Method and apparatus for efficient automated production of deboned and other meat cuts utilizing an ultrasonic knife and coupled controller

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The technology as disclosed herein includes a method and apparatus for deboning a meat item, and more particular for deboning a poultry item including performing an initial shoulder cut for removing boneless breast meat from the poultry carcass or frame. The method and apparatus disclosed and claimed herein is a combination of a robotic arm including an ultrasonic knife implement and a vision system for varying the cut path based on the shape and size of the poultry item. The combination as claimed including the ultrasonic knife can perform a meat cut while penetrating the meat with less force than the typical penetration that occurs when using a traditional knife.

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TYSON FOODS INC2200 DON TYSON PARKWAY SPRINGDALE AZ 72762

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Armstrong, Levi H Kerrville, US 7 29
Blodgett, Tomas A Fayetteville, US 2 0
Foreman, Doug Springdale, US 23 56
Langsfeld, Joshua D San Antonio, US 2 4
Mitchell, Gilbert R Springdale, US 1 0
Nicho, Jorge Luis San Antonio, US 1 0
Shelboum, Shane Thomas Bethel Heights, US 1 0

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