Software:SmartFixture
SmartFixtures are a subset of Cyber-Physical Systems. They combine a fixture with sensors to collect data and provide feedback. Sensors and/or instrumentation embedded in the fixture are connected to a PLC or computer which apply algorithms to determine if required criteria are met i.e. Functional Testing (manufacturing).
A SmartFixture can be a manufacturing fixture or simply a test fixture. The smart aspect is fully realised in the use of the data collected via IIoT/ Industry 4.0. Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and other Big Data tools can be applied to perform real time analysis and predictive decision making to improve operational efficiencies[1] .
Electronics
Circuit boards, are held in place and subjected to controlled electronic test signals.
Examples of fixtures:
- Uploading a software into a microcontroller and testing the functionality of the PCBA
- Checking the correct parameters of a LED light
See also
- Device Under Test
- Bed of nails tester
References
- ↑ Barbosa, Jose; Leitao, Paulo; Trentesaux, Damien; Colombo, Armando W.; Karnouskos, Stamatis (2016-07-21). "Cross benefits from cyber-physical systems and intelligent products for future smart industries". 2016 IEEE 14th International Conference on Industrial Informatics (INDIN) (Poitiers, France: IEEE): 504–509. doi:10.1109/INDIN.2016.7819214. ISBN 978-1-5090-2870-2. http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/7819214/.
- SmartFixture of 6TL, by David Batet.
- SmartFixture of Columbia
- Smartfixture from Romex BV, by Peter van Oostrom (Dutch Language)
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