1. What exactly is a visual positioning system? How does it work?
A visual positioning system is like giving a printer a pair of "intelligent eyes" and a "smart brain." The "eyes" (an industrial camera) first take a snapshot of the sock, then the "brain" (image processing software) instantly identifies the sock's current position, rotation angle, and most importantly—the precise outline of the colored heel/toe. Finally, the system directs the printer nozzles to perfectly print the pattern within the designated blank areas, automatically avoiding the colored parts.
2. What are the hardware requirements for my printer after installing this system?
Yes, there are several key requirements:
A stable four-axis platform: The printer body must be sturdy and operate smoothly without severe vibration.
Sufficient installation space: There needs to be enough space above the printer to install the camera bracket and camera.
Electrical control system compatibility: The printer's control system needs to have an interface capable of receiving and executing coordinate offset commands sent by the vision system.
3. Will operation become more complicated after installation?
On the contrary, operation will become simpler. Employees do not need to master complex alignment skills; the process is simplified to:
Put the sock on the sock board.
Step on the foot pedal or press the button; the camera automatically takes a picture, identifies, and positions itself.
The printer automatically starts printing.
The entire process is standardized, reducing reliance on manual labor and operational complexity.
4. Can this system recognize all colors of sock toes and heels?
Yes, the system is very sensitive and can effectively recognize a wide range of colors, from bright to dark. Through software settings, it can accurately distinguish between colored areas that need to be "avoided" and blank areas that need to be "printed".
