Method and apparatus for machine element control

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7168174
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11079846

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A method of monitoring the location, and the orientation of a machine element, and apparatus for monitoring and controlling the operation of the machine include a robotic total station and a plurality of targets in known positions relative to the machine element. The total station, located at a known location near the machine element, repeatedly, successively determines the location of each target. Acquisition and re-acquisition of the targets is aided by stored data regarding the prior locations and movements of the targets. Further, active targets may be used to facilitate re-acquisition. The operation of the machine is controlled based upon the location and orientation of the machine element.

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TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITEDIP DEPARTMENT 935 STEWART DRIVE SUNNYVALE CA 94085

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Piekutowski, Richard Paul Huber Heights, OH 9 257

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