This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: U.S. Philips Corporation. Active years: 1976-1988.
Location History:
- Salford, EN (1976)
- Horley, GB (1981 - 1988)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1976-1988
Title: Clive V Newcomb: Innovator in Automatic Assembly and Control Systems
Introduction
Clive V Newcomb is a notable inventor based in Horley, GB. He has made significant contributions to the fields of automatic assembly and control systems, holding a total of 3 patents. His work has been instrumental in advancing technology in these areas.
Latest Patents
One of Newcomb's latest patents is for an automatic assembly apparatus. This invention operates under electronic vision control, where features on components to be assembled must be recognized and located in position and orientation. This allows a gripper mechanism to pick up components and move them into the correct position for assembly. The invention utilizes a known parallel projection optical system, providing a plan view for an electronic camera of the components at a constant scale, regardless of their movements. The camera captures a grey-level picture of each component, which is then thresholded into a binarized picture to identify primary and secondary features for accurate assembly.
Another significant patent is for a temperature-compensated control valve. This control valve features an actuating member supported within a housing, with a fixed end connected to the closed housing end and a free end connected to a movable valve body. The actuating member includes an elongated piezoelectric element with a low thermal coefficient of expansion, while the housing is made from inexpensive materials with a higher thermal coefficient of expansion. This design allows for temperature compensation without the need for exotic materials.
Career Highlights
Clive V Newcomb has worked with U.S. Philips Corporation, where he has applied his innovative ideas to develop advanced technologies. His work has contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of various systems in the industry.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Newcomb has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Barry M Jones and David R Humphreys. These collaborations have further enhanced his contributions to the field.
Conclusion
Clive V Newcomb is a distinguished inventor whose work in automatic assembly and control systems has led to significant advancements in technology. His patents reflect his innovative spirit and commitment to improving industrial processes.