US5463227A
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Method for obtaining three-dimensional data from multiple parts or devices in a multi-pocketed tray
Assignee: Rudolph Technologies Inc
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Filing: 1992-06-24
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Granted: 1995-10-31
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Expires: 2012-06-24
Abstract
Abstract Methods and arrangements are provided to efficiently use 3-D vision systems to measure selected features of objects that are semi-constrained in compartmented trays having a uniform geometric arrangement. The methods are particularly well suited for optimizing the 3-D measurement of leads on integrated circuit devices which are packaged in trays. For obtaining the three-dimensional data, a multi-pocketed tray is provided with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns. Corresponding sides of the multiple parts or devices in a row or column are scanned sequentially with at least one three-dimensional sensor. This scanning procedure is repeated for all rows and columns containing sides of the devices from which data is to be obtained. The devices can be first aligned by applying directional vibration to the tray to drive all the parts or devices to the same corner or side of the respective pockets.
Inventors
- 👤 Howard Stern
- 👤 William Yonescu
- 👤 Joseph Vaiana
- 👤 Alex Mauro
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
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2026-10-29 01:21
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01B; G01B11/00; G01B11/02; G01B11/022; G01R; G01R31/00; G01R31/28; G01R31/302; G01R31/308; G01R31/311; H; H05; H05K; H05K13/00; H05K13/08; H05K13/081; H05K13/0813; H10; H10P; H10P72/00; H10P72/50; H10P72/53; G01R31/282; G01R31/2831
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
67 words
A method for obtaining three-dimensional data from devices having corresponding sides, comprising the steps of: providing a multi-pocketed tray with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns; scanning sequentially with at least one three-dimensional sensor corresponding sides of said devices in a row or column; and repeating said scanning step for all rows and columns containing sides of said devices from which data is to be obtained.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
67 words
A method for obtaining three-dimensional data from devices having corresponding sides, comprising the steps of: providing a multi-pocketed tray with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns; scanning sequentially with at least one three-dimensional sensor corresponding sides of said devices in a row or column; and repeating said scanning step for all rows and columns containing sides of said devices from which data is to be obtained.
Claim 3
Independent Claim
50 words
A method for aligning devices, comprising the steps of: providing a multi-pocketed tray with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns; generating directional vibration and applying said vibration to said tray for driving all said devices to the same corner or side of respective pockets whereby said devices become aligned.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
50 words
A method for aligning devices, comprising the steps of: providing a multi-pocketed tray with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns; generating directional vibration and applying said vibration to said tray for driving all said devices to the same corner or side of respective pockets whereby said devices become aligned.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
99 words
A method for rapidly obtaining three-dimensional data from sides of devices in a multi-pocketed tray, comprising the steps of: providing a multi-pocketed tray with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns; generating directional vibration and applying said vibration to said tray for driving all said devices to the same corner or side of respective pockets for aligning said devices; scanning sequentially with at least one three-dimensional sensor corresponding sides of said devices in a row or column; and repeating said scanning step for all rows and columns containing sides of said devices from which data is to be obtained.
Claim 6
Independent Claim
99 words
A method for rapidly obtaining three-dimensional data from sides of devices in a multi-pocketed tray, comprising the steps of: providing a multi-pocketed tray with tray pockets arranged in rows and columns; generating directional vibration and applying said vibration to said tray for driving all said devices to the same corner or side of respective pockets for aligning said devices; scanning sequentially with at least one three-dimensional sensor corresponding sides of said devices in a row or column; and repeating said scanning step for all rows and columns containing sides of said devices from which data is to be obtained.
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