LOGIC CONTROL FOR FAST-ACTING SAFETY SYSTEM

摘要

Woodworking machines including cutting tools and motors adapted to drive the cutting tools are disclosed. The machines also include a detection system adapted to detect a dangerous condition between the cutting tool and a person, and a reaction system adapted to perform a specified action upon detection of the dangerous condition. The machines further include a control system adapted to test the operability of at least a portion of the detection system and/or the reaction system. The control system is adapted to disable the motor if the tested portion is inoperable.

主权项

1. A woodworking machine comprising:
a cutting tool for cutting workpieces; at least one motor configured to drive the cutting tool; a detection system configured to detect a dangerous condition associated with the cutting tool; a brake mechanism having at least one replaceable single-use component, and controllable to stop the cutting tool if the dangerous condition is detected; and a control system configured to detect whether the single-use component has been used, and to disable the at least one motor until the single-use component has been replaced.