Tool device, machine tool, system and method for controlling a tool device

Abstract

The invention proceeds from a tool device (10), in particular a screwdriver machine device (12), having at least one tool receptacle (14) and at least one illumination unit (16) for illuminating a working area (18), wherein the illumination unit (16) is arranged in the region of the tool receptacle (14) and comprises an illumination element (20). It is proposed that the illumination element (20) is configured to be able to be operated in accordance with at least one setting of the tool receptacle (14). The invention also relates to a machine tool, a system and a method for controlling a tool device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a tool device, particularly a screwdriver device. The invention also relates to a machine tool, particularly a screwdriver, and a system having the tool device. Furthermore, the invention relates to a method for controlling machine tool equipment, particularly a screwdriver equipment. Background Technology

[0002] A tool apparatus, particularly a screwdriver apparatus, has been proposed, having at least one tool receiving section and at least one lighting unit for illuminating the processing area, wherein the lighting unit is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving section and includes lighting elements. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention relates to a tool device, particularly a screwdriver device, the tool device having at least one tool receiving section and at least one lighting unit for illuminating the processing area, wherein the lighting unit is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving section and includes lighting elements.

[0004] It is proposed that the lighting element is configured to operate according to at least one setting of the tool receiving section.

[0005] The tool assembly can be configured as part of a machine tool, such as a sub-assembly. Alternatively, the tool assembly can also comprise the entire machine tool. The machine tool can be configured as any power tool, advantageously as a handheld power tool. Preferably, the tool assembly can be configured as a screwdriver assembly. The screwdriver assembly can be configured as part of a screwdriver, such as a battery-operated screwdriver, such as a sub-assembly. Alternatively, the screwdriver assembly can also comprise the entire screwdriver. The screwdriver can be configured as any electric screwdriver, advantageously as a handheld electric screwdriver, and preferably as a shut-off screwdriver.

[0006] The tool assembly preferably has exactly one tool receiving section. The tool receiving section preferably includes a mechanical retaining element configured to support the tool in an alternative manner. Advantageously, the tool assembly can be detachably coupled directly to the tool, at least torsionalally, by the operator. The tool receiving section may have a locking mechanism for supporting the tool, but particularly has an inner quadrant configuration configured to receive the tool's outer quadrant configuration. For example, this connection can be achieved by form-locking and / or force-locking. Alternatively or additionally, the connection can be established and / or disengaged by the operator without the tool. In particular, the tool receiving section may have an outer hexagonal configuration configured for insertion into an inner hexagonal configuration of a bit-holding portion of the drive shaft of a handheld machine tool.

[0007] It is also conceivable that the tool receiving section further includes at least one deflecting element. Preferably, the deflecting element can be configured to arrange the tool, specifically, in particular, the tool axis of the tool, at an angle relative to the drive axis of the tool assembly. The drive axis of the tool assembly is advantageously configured as the axis of symmetry of the drive shaft of the tool assembly, which is driven in a rotational manner about this axis of symmetry during machining. Advantageously, the tool axis of the tool is configured as the axis of symmetry of the tool, which is driven in a rotational manner about this axis of symmetry during machining. For example, it is conceivable that the angle between the tool axis and the drive axis can be variably set by means of the tool receiving section, especially by means of the deflecting element of the tool receiving section. Advantageously, the angle between the tool axis and the drive axis can be predetermined without change by means of the tool receiving section, especially by means of the deflecting element of the tool receiving section. Preferably, the illumination element is configured to operate according to the angle between the tool axis and the drive axis.

[0008] Preferably, the tool is configured to screw fastening elements, such as screws, into and / or out of the material, tighten and / or loosen and / or prevent the fastening elements from rotating. Preferably, the tool is constructed as a screwdriver bit or alternatively as a nuss, and advantageously is replaceable and / or interchangeable.

[0009] Preferably, the tooling device has exactly one lighting unit. The lighting unit is configured to advantageously provide electromagnetic radiation in the form of visible light in at least one operating state, and more particularly preferably for illuminating the processing area. Preferably, the lighting unit is configured to provide advantageous continuous illumination during operation. This means that, during the operation of the tooling device, the lighting unit illuminates the processing area.

[0010] The lighting unit includes at least one lighting element configured as a light-emitting diode. Alternatively, the lighting unit may have at least one additional light source, such as a light-emitting tube or a fluorescent tube.

[0011] Preferably, the machining area is a surface area that extends on the workpiece. Advantageously, the tooling device is configured to perform mechanical work in the machining area. For example, the machining area extends at least 5 cm, advantageously at least 10 cm, particularly advantageously at least 15 cm, preferably at least 20 cm, and particularly preferably at least 30 cm around the location where the tooling device performs mechanical work during operation.

[0012] For example, it is conceivable that the lighting element is configured to be switched on according to at least one setting of the tool receiver. Advantageously, it is conceivable that the lighting element is configured to be switched off according to at least one setting of the tool receiver. Alternatively or additionally, the lighting element may be particularly advantageously configured to be dimmable. Preferably, the lighting element is configured to be dimmable according to the setting of the tool receiver.

[0013] "Setup" should be understood as specifically programmed, designed and / or equipped. "Setup object for specific function" should be understood as the object satisfying and / or performing the specific function in at least one application state and / or runtime state.

[0014] The tool device according to the invention can provide a tool device with improved performance in terms of illumination, specifically in terms of illumination of the processing area. Preferably, the tool device according to the invention can reduce and advantageously prevent intrusive shadow casting. Preferably, the configuration according to the invention allows the user to turn the lighting elements on and / or off according to the location of the bend (Winkelkopf).

[0015] It is also proposed that the lighting unit includes at least one additional lighting element configured to operate according to the settings of the tool receiving section. Advantageously, the lighting unit includes at least two additional lighting elements, particularly advantageously at least three additional lighting elements, preferably at least four additional lighting elements, and particularly preferably at least five additional lighting elements. Preferably, the additional lighting elements are configured identically to each other. The additional lighting elements may, for example, be configured identically to the lighting element. Preferably, the additional lighting elements are configured as light-emitting diodes (LEDs) identically to the lighting element. This allows for targeted illumination of the processing area, which is particularly advantageous. In particular, improved performance in terms of uniform illumination of the processing area can be achieved. Preferably, the lighting unit is configured as a ring lamp, wherein the lighting elements are arranged in a ring.

[0016] It is also proposed that the lighting elements and other lighting elements are configured to operate selectively according to the settings of the tool receiving section. Preferably, the lighting elements and all other lighting elements are configured to operate selectively according to the settings of the tool receiving section. Advantageously, the lighting elements and other lighting elements, preferably all other lighting elements, are configured to operate separately from each other, i.e., independently according to the settings of the tool receiving section. Advantageously, the power required to operate the lighting elements and other lighting elements, preferably all other lighting elements, can be selected individually, i.e., independently. In particular, this configuration can influence, i.e., optimize, the number of lighting elements activated for illuminating the processing area.

[0017] It is also proposed that the tool receiving section be rotatable, wherein the lighting element and other lighting elements are configured to operate selectively according to the orientation set by the tool receiving section. It is conceivable that the tool receiving section has a rotary hinge. In particular, the orientation of the tool receiving section, especially the angle, can be set, for example, by the rotary hinge. In particular, the orientation of the tool receiving section, especially the tool axis of the tool arranged in the tool receiving section, can be set, for example, preferably 360° by the rotary hinge, especially around the drive axis of the tool assembly. In particular, the lighting element and other lighting elements can operate selectively according to the orientation set by the tool receiving section, especially the set angle, especially around the drive axis of the tool assembly. In particular, the at least one lighting element and / or the at least one other lighting element, which is away from the machining area in the set orientation, can be selectively turned off according to the orientation set by the tool receiving section. Thus, shadow formation can be advantageously minimized or avoided, especially in any position of the tool receiving section. Furthermore, this can especially ensure comfortable operation. In particular, the tool receiving section can be configured to allow comfortable access to workpieces that are otherwise difficult to reach. For example, it enables comfortable overhead work (über-Kopf-Arbeiten), where the lighting of the machining area is individually matched to the corresponding position of the tool receiving section, thereby advantageously avoiding the formation of shadows in any position.

[0018] Furthermore, it is proposed that the lighting unit can at least substantially prevent shadow formation. This means that shadow formation during operation is at least substantially avoided by means of the lighting unit. This allows for improved performance in terms of lighting in the machining area. Especially during operation, shadow formation may be caused, for example, by the tool, particularly when the tool is set at an angle relative to the drive axis. Alternatively or additionally, shadow formation may be caused, particularly during operation, by the tool receiving part, particularly when the tool is set at an angle relative to the drive axis. Alternatively or additionally, shadow formation may be caused, particularly during operation, by the workpiece, such as a screw. In particular, this prevents user frustration due to shadow formation. Therefore, comfort, especially work comfort, can also be improved. Furthermore, this can particularly improve the quality of work performed using the tooling device, especially work quality. Preferably, the lighting unit can reduce the unlit area of ​​the machining area to, for example, at most 25% of the total area of ​​the machining area, advantageously less than 20% of the total area of ​​the machining area, particularly advantageously less than 15% of the total area of ​​the machining area, and preferably less than 5% of the total area of ​​the machining area. Particularly preferably, the lighting unit can completely prevent shadow formation.

[0019] It is also proposed that shadow formation can be at least substantially avoided by turning off at least one of the lighting elements. That is, shadow formation can be at least substantially avoided by not operating at least one of the lighting elements during operation. This, in particular, allows for improved performance in the lighting of the tool assembly, especially in terms of a particularly high degree of flexibility in lighting. It is conceivable, for example, to manually turn off at least one of the lighting elements, where the turning off can be performed manually by the user. For example, this manual turning off can be performed by manipulating a switching element configured for this purpose. Advantageously, the switching element can be integrated into the lighting elements. It is also conceivable, for example, to achieve automatic turning off based on the setting of the tool receiving section, i.e., based on a set angle between the tool axis and the drive axis. For example, shadow formation can be avoided by turning off at least one lighting element that, during operation, is particularly dependent on the angle between the tool axis and the drive axis, is away from the machining area.

[0020] It is also proposed that the tool device has at least one control and / or adjustment unit, by means of which the lighting element can be selectively operated according to the settings of the tool receiving section. This means that when operating the lighting element, the control and / or adjustment unit at least substantially avoids shadow formation. Preferably, the "control and / or adjustment unit" is configured as a unit having at least one control electronic device. Preferably, the "electronic control device" includes a unit having a processor unit, a memory unit, and an operating program stored in the memory unit. This allows for a particularly high level of comfort. Furthermore, it allows for the automatic avoidance of shadow formation.

[0021] It is also proposed that the tool device has a configuration unit by which the function of the lighting unit can be defined. This enables a high degree of flexibility in the tool device, particularly in terms of lighting when the tool receiving section is in different configurations. Preferably, the function of the lighting unit specifically determines which lighting element and / or which additional lighting element should be operated based on the setting of the tool receiving section, i.e., based on the set angle between the tool axis and the drive axis. Alternatively or additionally, the function of the lighting unit specifically determines the power at which the separately operating lighting element and / or additional lighting element should be operated based on the setting of the tool receiving section, i.e., based on the set angle between the tool axis and the drive axis. Alternatively or additionally, the function of the lighting unit specifically determines the power at which the separately operating lighting element and / or additional lighting element should be dimmed based on the setting of the tool receiving section, i.e., based on the set angle between the tool axis and the drive axis. For example, this function can be defined by manual settings implemented by the user using the configuration unit, for example, by the operation of one button and / or multiple buttons and / or other operating elements on the tool device. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the configuration unit includes at least one electrical configuration element, which is part of the tool receiving section. For example, electrical contact can be established with the lighting element to be operated by means of the electrical configuration element according to the corresponding orientation of the tool receiving section.

[0022] It is also proposed that the configuration unit has at least one programming interface for programming the functions of the lighting unit. Programming can thus be performed particularly conveniently. For example, it is conceivable that the functions of the lighting unit can be programmed as part of the tightening procedure of the tool. In particular, this allows for particularly efficient programming. For example, the programming interface may include a radio interface through which the functions of the lighting unit can be programmed. It is conceivable, for example, that at least one radio interface configured as an RFID interface and / or a mobile radio interface and / or a WLAN interface and / or Bluetooth. Alternatively or additionally, the programming interface may have at least one wired interface through which the functions of the lighting unit can be programmed. Preferably, the programming interface includes a wired interface configured as a USB interface. In particular, the tool has a USB socket and / or a USB plug in relation to the USB interface.

[0023] It is also proposed that the lighting unit operates the lighting elements at different powers depending on the number of activated lighting elements. This, in particular, provides a tool device with especially advantageous performance in terms of flexibility, especially in flexible lighting. Specifically, the activated lighting elements, especially independently of the number of activated lighting elements, can fully utilize the available power; that is, the activated lighting elements can emit more light when the number of activated lighting elements is reduced. For example, it is conceivable that the lighting unit operates the activated lighting elements at the same power. Preferably, when the lighting unit is activated, the total power of the lighting unit is constant and independent of the number of activated lighting elements.

[0024] Furthermore, a machine tool, particularly a screwdriver, is proposed to have at least one tooling device according to the invention. This provides a machine tool with advantageous performance in terms of lighting, particularly in terms of lighting the machining area. Furthermore, it provides a machine tool with improved comfort.

[0025] Furthermore, a system is proposed, which includes a tool device according to the invention and a tool held on and / or in a tool receiving portion. This provides improved lighting performance, particularly when using the tool.

[0026] Furthermore, the present invention relates to a method for controlling a tool device, particularly a screwdriver device, the tool device having at least one tool receiving section and at least one lighting unit for illuminating a processing area, wherein the lighting unit is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving section and includes lighting elements.

[0027] It is proposed that the lighting element operates according to at least one setting of the tool receiving unit, especially automatically. This, in particular, enables improved performance in the lighting of the tool device.

[0028] The tool apparatus according to the invention should not be limited to the applications and embodiments described above. In particular, the tool apparatus according to the invention can have a number different from the number of the various elements, components, units, and method steps mentioned herein to satisfy the functional mode described herein. Furthermore, values ​​within the numerical ranges given in this disclosure should also be considered as disclosed and can be used arbitrarily. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Other advantages will emerge from the following description of the accompanying drawings. Embodiments of the invention are illustrated in the drawings. The drawings, description, and preferred embodiments contain a number of combinations of features. Those skilled in the art will also examine these features individually and combine them into other meaningful combinations.

[0030] This is shown here:

[0031] Figure 1 A machine tool having a tool assembly according to the invention is shown in partial perspective view; the machine tool has a tool receiving section.

[0032] Figure 2 Another partial view of the tool assembly with the lighting unit is shown in front view;

[0033] Figure 3 Another front view of the tool assembly in operation is shown, which has one lighting element and two additional lighting elements of the lighting unit;

[0034] Figure 4 Another front view of the tool assembly in another operating state is shown; and

[0035] Figure 5 It shows the control Figures 1 to 4 Methods of using tools and apparatus. Detailed Implementation

[0036] Figure 1 Machine tool 34 is shown, which in the illustrated example is configured as a shut-off screwdriver. In the illustrated example, machine tool 34 has a tool assembly 10. Tool assembly 10 is configured as a screwdriver assembly 12. In particular, in Figure 1 The diagram shows a system 38, which includes a machine tool 34 and a tool 36 held on a tool receiving section 14. In the example shown, the tool 36 is configured as a socket head. In the example shown, the tool assembly 10 is in operation.

[0037] The tool device 10 has a tool receiving section 14 (see...) Figure 1 and 2 Additionally, the tooling device 10 includes an illumination unit 16. The illumination unit 16 is configured to illuminate the machining area 18, and more particularly, to illuminate the machining area in the illustrated operating state of the tooling device 10.

[0038] The lighting unit 16 is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving section 14. The lighting unit 16 includes a lighting element 20. In addition, the lighting unit 16 includes two additional lighting elements 24.

[0039] The lighting element 20 and the additional lighting element 24 are configured to operate according to the settings of the tool receiving unit 14. In the example shown, the lighting element 20 and the additional lighting element 24 are configured to operate selectively according to the settings of the tool receiving unit 14.

[0040] In the example shown, the tool receiver 14 is configured such that it sets the angle between the tool axis 54 of the tool 36 and the drive axis 52 of the tool device (not shown) to a right angle. The tool receiver 14 is configured to be rotatable, which... Figure 1 The tool receiver 14 is rotatably configured, allowing its orientation to be set, particularly to a 360° orientation. Specifically, the orientation of the tool axis 54 of the tool 36 can be set, for example, to allow comfortable overhead work. The lighting element 20 and another lighting element 24 are configured to operate selectively according to the set orientation of the tool receiver 14. Depending on the set orientation of the tool receiver 14, the corresponding orientation is away from the machining area 18 (see also...). Figure 3 At least one lighting element 20 and / or another lighting element 24 is turned off.

[0041] By means of the lighting unit 16, shadow formation 26 can be at least substantially avoided. This means that shadow formation 26 can be at least substantially avoided by turning off at least one of the other lighting elements 24 and / or lighting elements 20. In the example shown, shadow formation 26 can be avoided by turning off at least lighting element 20 (in Figure 1 (as shown in the image).

[0042] Furthermore, the tool assembly 10 has a control and / or adjustment unit 28. In the example shown, the control and / or adjustment unit 28 is arranged below the cover 40 of the tool assembly 10. By means of the control and / or adjustment unit 28, the lighting element 20 and the additional lighting element 24 can be selectively operated according to the settings of the tool receiving section 14.

[0043] The tool device 10 has a configuration unit 30. The configuration unit 30 includes a programming interface 32. The programming interface 32 is configured as a wired connection interface, specifically a USB interface, and is located below a removable cover 48. The function of the lighting unit 16 can be programmed via the programming interface 32. This means that the function of the lighting unit 16 can be defined by the configuration unit 30, and in the illustrated example, specifically by the programming interface 32 of the configuration unit 30.

[0044] The lighting unit 16 operates the lighting elements 20 and additional lighting elements 24 according to the number of activated lighting elements 22 with different powers (see [reference]). Figure 3 and Figure 4 ).

[0045] In particular, Figure 3 In the operating state of the tool device 10 shown, the activated lighting element 22 operates at the same power, as schematically shown based on the emitted light. Figure 4In the operating state of the tool device 10 shown, only one lighting element 20 is activated, wherein the activated lighting element 22 operates at a higher power.

[0046] In particular, Figure 3 and Figure 4 In the example shown, specifically based on the angle between the tool axis 54 and the drive axis 52, the lighting element 50 of the lighting unit 16 facing away from the machining area 18 is deactivated, specifically to avoid shadow formation 26.

[0047] exist Figure 5 A flowchart of a method 42 for controlling a tool device 10 is shown. Method 42 has at least one method step 44 and at least one additional method step 46.

[0048] In the first method step 44, a tool device 10 configured as a screwdriver apparatus 12 is provided. This tool device has at least one tool receiving section 14 and at least one lighting unit 16 for illuminating a processing area 18. The lighting unit 16 is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving section 14 and includes an lighting element 20. In another method step 46, the lighting element 20 operates according to at least one setting of the tool receiving section 14.

Claims

1. A tool apparatus (10) having at least one tool receiving section (14) and at least one lighting unit (16) for illuminating a processing area (18), wherein, The lighting unit (16) is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving part (14) and includes a lighting element (20), characterized in that the tool receiving part (14) is configured to be rotatable, wherein the lighting element (20) is configured to operate according to an orientation set by the tool receiving part (14) about the drive axis of the tool device (10).

2. The tool device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lighting unit (16) includes at least one additional lighting element (24) configured to operate according to an orientation set about the drive axis of the tool receiving part (14) around the tool device (10).

3. The tool device (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lighting element (20) and the additional lighting element (24) are configured to operate selectively according to the orientation set by the tool receiving part (14) around the drive axis of the tool device (10).

4. The tool apparatus (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The formation of shadows (26) can be largely avoided by means of the lighting unit (16).

5. The tool device (10) according to claim 4, characterized in that, Shadow formation can be substantially avoided by turning off at least one of the lighting elements (26).

6. The tool device (10) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lighting element is provided with at least one control and / or adjustment unit (28), by means of which the lighting element can be selectively operated according to the orientation set by the tool receiving part (14) around the drive axis of the tool device (10).

7. The tool apparatus (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, 5 and 6, characterized in that, A configuration unit (30) is provided, by means of which the function of the lighting unit (16) can be defined.

8. The tool device (10) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The configuration unit (30) has at least one programming interface (32) for programming the functions of the lighting unit (16).

9. The tool apparatus (10) according to any one of claims 2, 3 and 6, characterized in that, The lighting unit (16) operates the lighting elements at different power levels depending on the number of lighting elements activated.

10. The tool device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tool device (10) is a screwdriver device (12).

11. A machine tool (34) having at least one tooling device (10) according to any one of the preceding claims.

12. The machine tool (34) according to claim 11, characterized in that, The machine tool (34) is a screwdriver.

13. A system (38) having a tool device (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 10 and having a tool (36) held on and / or in a tool receiving section (14).

14. A method for controlling a tool apparatus (10), the tool apparatus having at least one tool receiving section (14) and at least one lighting unit (16) for illuminating a processing area (18), wherein, The lighting unit (16) is arranged in the area of ​​the tool receiving part (14) and includes a lighting element (20), characterized in that the lighting element (20) operates according to the orientation set by the tool receiving part (14) around the drive axis of the tool device (10).

15. The method according to claim 14, characterized in that, The tool device (10) is a screwdriver device (12).

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