This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignee: Levi Strauss & Co.. Active years: 1996-1999.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1996-1999
Title: Innovations by Wei-Chin Lin in Fabric Workpiece Handling
Introduction
Wei-Chin Lin is an accomplished inventor based in Richardson, TX (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of fabric handling and garment inspection, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on automating processes that enhance efficiency and accuracy in garment manufacturing.
Latest Patents
Wei-Chin Lin's latest patents include an "Automatic Feeder and Inverter for Fabric Workpieces" and an "Automatic Garment Inspection and Measurement System." The automatic feeder and inverter apparatus is designed to feed fabric workpieces one at a time from a stack, ensuring that they are oriented correctly for subsequent sewing operations. This system utilizes a computer-controlled picker and an ultrasonic face detector to determine the orientation of the workpieces, allowing for seamless processing.
The automatic garment inspection and measurement system creates two-dimensional or three-dimensional electronic representations of objects. This technology enables the comparison of manufactured garments to ideal representations, ensuring that measurements fall within predetermined tolerances. A machine vision system captures images of the garments, converting them into digital representations for further analysis.
Career Highlights
Wei-Chin Lin is currently employed at Levi Strauss & Co., where he applies his innovative ideas to improve garment manufacturing processes. His work has significantly impacted the efficiency of fabric handling and garment inspection, making strides in the industry.
Collaborations
Some of Wei-Chin Lin's notable coworkers include Timothy Matthew Blount and Frederick N. Mueller. Their collaboration fosters an environment of innovation and creativity, contributing to the advancement of garment manufacturing technologies.
Conclusion
Wei-Chin Lin's contributions to the field of fabric handling and garment inspection demonstrate his commitment to innovation. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the challenges in garment manufacturing and provide effective solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
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