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Data entry device for a flatbed knitting machine with electronic control
Assignee: Henkel Dorus GmbH and Co KG
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Filing: 1980-02-12
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Granted: 1982-01-19
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Expires: 2000-02-12
Abstract
Abstract A flatbed knitting machine having electronic control includes memory and trol units associated with the machine, a data entry device (11) for the entering of data into the machine, and also indicator means (12, 13), wherein upon the entering of data by way of the data entry device the indicator means provides a guidance report for the user, data called up for entry can be directed to one of several types of machine, each next step in the entry of data can only be effected in accordance with the requirement shown by the indicator means, and at least one key (≠) is provided for stepping-on the indicator means. For extremely simple operation of the data entry device (11) and in order to achieve complete programming of the patterning and of the usual control data for the plan run of the machine, with all the parts necessary for the functioning of the entry device built into the entry device itself, the data entry device (11) has only one keyboard with ten number keys (0 to 9), a decimal point key (.), an erase key (C), a needle selection key (*), a needle selection suppression key (--), a slash key (/), an initial recall key ( ), a YES key (=) and a NO key (≠), a digital instruction display (12), and a digital program display (13). For the entry of pattern information five program segments with independent entry possibilities are provided fixedly in the entry device (11), and the data entry device (11) itself includes a permanently connected program for strict user guidance beginning with the choice of the type of machine and of the mode of operation (writing, editing, reading, automonitoring).
Inventors
- 👤 Werner Sommer
- 👤 Hans Schieber
- 👤 Erich Krause
- 👤 Franz Radel
- 👤 Werner Trumper
- 👤 Henning Rieche
- 👤 Dieter Tollkuhn
- 👤 David Retallick
- 👤 Albin Weingartner
- 👤 Peter R. Doslik
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 20:59
CPC Classifications
G; G05; G05B; G05B19/00; G05B19/02; G05B19/04; G05B19/10; G05B19/102; G05B19/104; G05B19/18; G05B19/409
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 15
Claim 1
Independent Claim
241 words
In a knitting machine having electronic control, memory and control units associated with the machine, a data entry device for the entering of data into the machine, and also indicator means, wherein upon the entering of data by way of the data entry device the indicator means provides a guidance report for the user, data called up for entry can be directed to one of several types of machine, each next step in the entry of data can only be effected in accordance with the requirement shown by the indicator means, and at least one key is provided for stepping-on the indicator means, the improvement wherein the data entry device has only one keyboard with ten number keys, a decimal point key, an erase key, a needle selection key, a needle selection suppression key, a slash key, an initial recall key, a YES key and a NO key, a digital instruction display, and a digital program display, in which for the entry of pattern information five program segments with independent entry possibilities are provided fixedly in the entry device, in which the data entry device itself includes a permanently connected program for strict user guidance beginning with the choice of the type of machine and of the mode of operation (writing, editing, reading, automonitoring), and in which each time the NO key for the stepping-on of the instruction display is activated it is only effective in respect of the displayed step.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
241 words
In a knitting machine having electronic control, memory and control units associated with the machine, a data entry device for the entering of data into the machine, and also indicator means, wherein upon the entering of data by way of the data entry device the indicator means provides a guidance report for the user, data called up for entry can be directed to one of several types of machine, each next step in the entry of data can only be effected in accordance with the requirement shown by the indicator means, and at least one key is provided for stepping-on the indicator means, the improvement wherein the data entry device has only one keyboard with ten number keys, a decimal point key, an erase key, a needle selection key, a needle selection suppression key, a slash key, an initial recall key, a YES key and a NO key, a digital instruction display, and a digital program display, in which for the entry of pattern information five program segments with independent entry possibilities are provided fixedly in the entry device, in which the data entry device itself includes a permanently connected program for strict user guidance beginning with the choice of the type of machine and of the mode of operation (writing, editing, reading, automonitoring), and in which each time the NO key for the stepping-on of the instruction display is activated it is only effective in respect of the displayed step.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
26 words
The improvement according to claim 1, further comprising an external storage medium means connected to the data entry device for recording and transmitting the entire program.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
The improvement according to claim 2, in which the storage medium is a magnetic tape device.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
30 words
A flatbed knitting machine according to claim 1, in which the data entry device is built into the machine as a fixed unit and is assembled with the machine controls.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
37 words
The improvement according to claim 4, in which in addition to the entry device which is built into the machine there is also provided a second said data entry device connected to said external storage medium means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
55 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which the five program segments for the user-guided pattern entry comprise program segments for (a) the course segments of a pattern draft for the knitting pattern, for (b) the needle set-up, for (c) the knitting plan, for (d) a function number schedule and for (e) the plan run.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
31 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which decision option points are provided between individual entry steps, and these option points are made known by a symbol in the instruction display.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
41 words
The improvement according to claim 7, in which at the option points different possibilities are indicated in the instruction display, whereupon by actuating the NO key the entry device steps on, or by actuating the YES key the instruction is confirmed.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
47 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which number entries made via the entry device are able to be changed as often as desired, with the number state being indicated in the instruction display and being confirmable by the YES key, whereafter the subsequent number appears automatically.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
28 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which to attract the attention of the user and for the indication of operator faults a special display character is provided.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
34 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which the continuation of the entry procedure is blocked if primary necessary conditions, such as the plugging in of a magnetic tape unit, have not been fulfilled.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
37 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which the order of data subgroups in the program segments is fixedly preset in the entry device and the instruction display indicates which numbers are required at any given time.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
23 words
The improvement according to claim 12, which includes the facility to abort from any program segment after the entry of a data subgroup.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
30 words
The improvement according to claim 1, in which the particular program which is being run is continuously indicated in the program display where it is identifiable by a four-position display.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1985-01-18 | 1985-07-20 | 1986-01-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1989-01-18 | 1989-07-20 | 1990-01-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1993-01-18 | 1993-07-20 | 1994-01-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |