Power tool control system
By independently verifying the operating characteristics of the power tool through a dual control system, the power tool is only activated under safe conditions. This solves the problems of reduced sensor accuracy and insufficient control logic, and improves the safety and robustness of the power tool.
CN116323101BActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14TECHTRONIC CORDLESS GP
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TECHTRONIC CORDLESS GP
- Filing Date
- 2020-11-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-14
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
The accuracy of sensors in existing power tools decreases over time, potentially leading to unsafe operation, and the control logic cannot account for all possible situations, posing safety hazards.
Method used
The system employs a dual control system, comprising first and second control units that independently sense and determine operating characteristics. A series of switching units ensures that the power tool is activated only when both confirm safety, and different sensors and control logics verify each other's determinations.
Benefits of technology
It improves the safety of power tools, prevents unsafe activation due to sensor malfunction or logic errors, and enhances the robustness and reliability of the system.
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Abstract
A control system for a power tool is disclosed. The control system includes a sensing unit configured to sense an operating characteristic of the power tool, a first control unit configured to determine whether the operating characteristic is within a safe operating range and output a first control signal based at least in part on the determination, a second control unit configured to determine whether the operating characteristic is within a safe operating range independently of the first control unit and output a second control signal based at least in part on the determination, and an output unit configured to receive the first control signal and the second control signal and activate the power tool upon receiving the first control signal and the second control signal.
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