Fori Automation recently installed a complex vehicle camera calibration and testing matched with high production requirements making new vehicle technology safe and effective. In an industry with constant pressure to boost efficiency and improve quality, automation becomes the key solution.
The FCM (Front Camera Module) Test System consists of specific targets to calibrate the Front Camera on vehicles with this option. The equipment included roof suspended calibration targets following the customers specifications in front of existing Fori alignment cells.
The FCM test system provides luminosity control, current (amps) monitoring, visual indication for failed lamp(s) and integration with the wheel alignment system(s) PLC to activate the system per vehicle options.
The FCM test system consisted of (6) FCM cells, each with 2 targets per wheel aligner with background luminosity protection. The FCM test systems also provide illuminance intensity metering for the maintenance team to validate the correct luminosity.
The new FCM test systems were installed during the last quarter of 2020 by the Fori Brasil Team.
Fixed Audit Headlamp Aiming (HLA) systems are stand alone and can be integrated within any existing wheel alignment machine, pneumatic centering platform, or other centering system.
The dual camera fixed audit headlamp aimer was developed for a customer and installed in 2018. The HLA system included a fixed gantry frame with the (2) high resolution camera boxes, a whiteboard that was collapsible for easy storage and a PC control panel.
The HLA application was used to perform headlamp aiming audits on various GM vehicles from the car and truck platforms. A simple manual cent
ering system and leveling plates were included to provide a low cost method for centering the vehicle during the audit process.
The (2) high resolution cameras provide an accurate method of finding the true headlamp center and headlamp aim position, to accommodate requirements set forth by the latest IIHS standard.
Fori USA recently designed, built, and integrated a wheel alignment system with headlamp aiming (HLA) and wheelbase adjust for a customer.
The End of Line system included: non-contact wheel alignment and automatic headlamp aiming. Wheel base adjust was also included in order to handle a variety of vehicle wheel bases.
The wheel alignment machine is designed for automatic measuring of toe and camber. Feedback is supplied to the operator, who completed a manual adjustment of the vehicle parameters. The wheel alignment equipment is designed for a wide range of wheel bases and tire tread width sizes.
An integrated headlamp aimer (HLA) measures the vehicle headlight intensity and positions the aimer automatically to guide the operator to the correct adjustment necessary. The “Fori Vision” aiming unit utilizes a 2.3 megapixel camera based system to measure the intensity and position of the headlight.
The latest hi resolution camera box was also included for improving the headlamp aiming resolution and accuracy required by the latest IIHS standards.
Fixed audit Headlamp Aiming (HLA) systems stand alone and can be integrated within existing wheel alignment machine, pneumatic centering platform or other centering system.
The heavy duty 3D wheel alignment system was developed by Fori Automation for a facility to accommodate the heavy truck loads and 110” wheelbase ranges of various truck models.
The equipment was developed to improve the wear capability of machine load components such as the floating plates and sliding access plates for accommodating the high throughput of the heavy duty truck models. Additionally, telescoping machine covers were provided to accommodate the long wheelbase adjustment range of 120-210”.
The machine included other special features for measuring and tracking underbody points with laser displacement modules during the truck’s suspension adjustment cycle. The machine also performed audit checks for caster measurement using the caster sweep audit process.
For HLA an above floor gantry system was provided with Y and Z servo motor positioning and the latest high resolution camera box for improving the HLA resolution and accuracy required by the latest IIHS standards.
Fori China designed, built and integrated an end of line testing system for an automotive manufacturer.
Features:
Jobs Per Hour: 65 jobs
Testing Completed:wheel alignment, headlamp aiming, roll and brake
Results: Increased production rate, reduced labor, improved quality
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The end of line testing system included: non-contact wheel alignment, automatic headlamp aiming and roll and brake testing.
The wheel alignment machine is designed for automatic measuring and manual adjustment of the vehicle parameters. The system was designed to measure toe and camber. The system is designed for a wide range of wheel bases and wheel tread width and tire sizes.
An integrated headlamp aimer measures the vehicle headlight intensity and position automatically and guide the operator to adjust the lamp position semi-automated. The “Fori Vision” aiming unit utilizes a camera based system to measure the intensity and position of the headlight.
Roll and brake testing is also completed on the end of line system, which includes testing for acceleration, cruise control, transmission, rear gear, dynamic braking and engine.
For more information about Fori Automation's end of line testing solutions, please visit our website.
Fori China recently designed, built and integrated an end of line system for an automotive manufacturer.
Features:
Jobs Per Hour: 15 jobs
Testing Completed: Wheel alignment, headlamp aiming, roll and brake
Results: Increased production rate, reduced labor, improved quality
The end of line system was included: non-contact wheel alignment, automatic headlamp aiming, and roll and brake testing.
The Wheel Alignment machine is designed for automatic measuring and manual adjustment of the vehicle parameters. The system was designed to measure Toe & Camber with a wide range of wheel bases, tread width, and tire sizes.
An integrated headlamp aimer measures the vehicle headlight intensity and position automatically and guides the operator to adjust the lamp position semi-automated. The “Fori Vision” aiming unit utilizes a camera based system to measure the intensity and position of the headlight.
Roll and brake testing is also completed on the end of line system, which includes testing for acceleration, cruise control, transmission, rear gear, dynamic braking and engine.
For more information about Fori Automation's end of line systems, please visit our website.
Fori Korea supplied an Advanced Driving Assistance System (ADAS) to accommodate several vehicle platforms and test a variety of safety features.
Features:
Safety Testing: Lane departure warning, automatic headlights, over speed prevention, traffic signal recognition, distance warning
Results: Decreased infrastructure, increased production rate, accommodation of future vehicle models
ADAS test benches certify the operation of the vehicle cameras related to Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Automatic Head Lights (AHL), Over Speed Prevention (OSP), Traffic Signal Recognition (TSR) and Distance Warning (DW).
The ADAS system also validates functionality of the vehicles radar system which detects the moving elements in front of the vehicle from a significant speed and the operation of the vehicle. Examples include Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS) and Forward Collision Warning (FCW).
Another test completed by the ADAS is the AVM (Around View Monitor). This process is completed with four cameras (front, rear, two for side mirrors) and then displays the image captured by the cameras to the operator in their cones of vision (e.g., help for the blind spots, help for the car parking).
The ADAS system has reduced the infrastructure required for the various sensor testing that is completed on production vehicles. The system allows multiple tests to be completed in one station.
For more information about Fori Automation's end of line testing products, please visit our website.
latform, or other centering system.
The dual camera fixed audit headlamp aimer was developed for a customer and installed in 2018. The HLA system included a fixed gantry frame with the (2) high resolution camera boxes, a whiteboard that was collapsible for easy storage and a PC control panel.
The HLA application was used to perform headlamp aiming audits on various GM vehicles from the car and truck platforms. A simple manual cent
ering system and leveling plates were included to provide a low cost method for centering the vehicle during the audit process.
The (2) high resolution cameras provide an accurate method of finding the true headlamp center and headlamp aim position, to accommodate requirements set forth by the latest IIHS standard.
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The wheel alignment machine is designed for automatic measuring of toe and camber. Feedback is supplied to the operator, who completed a manual adjustment of the vehicle parameters. The wheel alignment equipment is designed for a wide range of wheel bases and tire tread width sizes.
An integrated headlamp aimer (HLA) measures the vehicle headlight intensity and positions the aimer automatically to guide the operator to the correct adjustment necessary. The “Fori Vision” aiming unit utilizes a 2.3 megapixel camera based system to me
asure the intensity and position of the headlight.
The latest hi resolution camera box was also included for improving the headlamp aiming resolution and accuracy required by the latest IIHS standards.
was developed to improve the wear capability of machine load components such as the floating plates and sliding access plates for accommodating the high throughput of the heavy duty truck models. Additionally, telescoping machine covers were provided to accommodate the long wheelbase adjustment range of 120-210”.
The machine included other special features for measuring and tracking underbody points with laser displacement modules during the truck’s suspension adjustment cycle. The machine also performed audit checks for caster measurement using the caster sweep audit process.
For HLA an above floor gantry system was provided with Y and Z servo motor positioning and the latest high resolution camera box for improving the HLA resolution and accuracy required by the latest IIHS standards.
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For more information about Fori Automation's end of line testing solutions, please visit our 
The end of line system was included: non-contact wheel alignment, automatic headlamp aiming, and roll and brake testing.
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ADAS test benches certify the operation of the vehicle cameras related to Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Automatic Head Lights (AHL), Over Speed Prevention (OSP), Traffic Signal Recognition (TSR) and Distance Warning (DW).
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