Machine tool with parameterized interface

Abstract

The present invention relates to a tool machine in the form of a handheld tool machine (11) or a semi-fixed tool machine, wherein the tool machine has a tool housing (19) for accommodating a working tool (AW) and a drive motor (16) for driving the tool housing (19) and at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2), wherein the tool machine has a control mechanism (20) for controlling the at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) according to at least one control function (AF1-AF4), wherein the at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) is designed to perform an output function depending on the control of the at least one control function (AF1-AF4), and wherein the tool machine has at least one operating element (33) that can be adjusted by the operator of the tool machine between a first operating element position (B331, B332) and at least one second operating element position (B331, B332) to control the control mechanism (20). The machine tool is configured to have a parameterized interface (28) through which at least one associated parameter (ZP1, ZP2) can be parameterized to assign the at least one operating element (33) and the first operating element position (B331, B332) and / or the at least one second operating element position (B331, B332) to the at least one control function (AF1-AF4), so that the control mechanism (20) controls the at least one electrical function unit (FE1, FE2) according to the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) when adjusting the at least one operating element (33) to the first or at least one second operating element position (B331, B332).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a tool machine in the form of a handheld or semi-fixed tool machine, wherein the tool machine has a tool housing for accommodating a working tool and a drive motor for driving the tool housing and at least one electrical functional unit, wherein the tool machine has a control mechanism for operating at least one electrical functional unit according to at least one control function, wherein the at least one electrical functional unit is designed to implement an output function depending on the control by at least one control function, and wherein the tool machine has at least one operating element that can be adjusted by the operator of the tool machine between a first operating element position and at least one second operating element position for controlling the control mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Such machine tools include, for example, turning machines, sawing machines, grinding machines, or the like. The control mechanism, for example, operates a drive motor based on manipulation functions to drive the tool holder, thereby achieving the output function. Working tools, such as drills, saw blades, or the like, are arranged or can be arranged in the tool holder. However, not in every case can the corresponding operating elements be made ergonomically accessible to the operator. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Therefore, the objective of this invention is to provide an improved tool machine.

[0004] To solve this task, the type of machine tool mentioned at the beginning is configured to have a parameterized interface through which at least one associated parameter can be parameterized to associate at least one operating element and a first operating element position and / or at least one second operating element position with at least one control function, so that the control mechanism controls at least one electrical function unit according to at least one control function when adjusting at least one operating element to the first or at least one second operating element position.

[0005] Machine tools, especially handheld machine tools, are preferably turning or drilling machines. However, machine tools can also be semi-stationary machine tools, such as saws that can be transported to the place of use, such as oscillating saws, table saws, or the like. Generally, it should be determined that machine tools can be drilling machines, turning machines, sawing machines, grinding machines, or the like.

[0006] Handheld tool machines are manipulated forward in the working direction, for example, during workpiece machining, such as drilling, turning, sawing or the like, so that the tool can engage with the workpiece or threaded fastener when the handheld tool machine is fed in the working direction.

[0007] The control mechanism may include, for example, at least one processor for implementing at least one control program to manipulate at least one functional unit.

[0008] The electrical functional unit includes, for example, a drive motor and / or other components such as drive lines for driving the tool housing.

[0009] Other functional units include, for example, light-emitting devices and / or lighting mechanisms to illuminate the working area of ​​tools and machines. Thus, the output function is, for example, lighting.

[0010] Furthermore, the functional unit may also include optical and / or acoustic outputs indicating the functional status of the machine tool. Such output functions include, for example, event notifications and / or warning notifications.

[0011] The functional unit may also include safety mechanisms, such as those for braking the tool holder in dangerous or safety-critical situations. Output functions, for example, include emergency shut-off of the drive motor and / or braking of the tool holder.

[0012] The basic concept of this invention is that the operating element can be configured. Based on at least one assignment parameter, the functional assignment between the operating element and its position and the control function of the control mechanism can be parameterized and / or set and / or configured, and can be triggered or controlled by the manipulation of the operating element.

[0013] Depending on the associated parameters, by adjusting the operating element to the first operating element position or to at least one second operating element position, at least one control function can be invoked or triggered.

[0014] With at least one assigned parameter, an operating element can be activated by assigning it at least one control function. Conversely, with at least one assigned parameter, an operating element can also be parameterized to be inactive or deactivated by not assigning it any control function. In this case, manipulation of the operating element does not trigger the control function.

[0015] The control mechanism operates corresponding electrical functional units using one or more control functions. However, which control function in the control mechanism is applied can be set based on the parameterization of at least one or more operating elements of the machine tool. Advantageously, the control mechanism has one or more control programs to provide the corresponding control functions, which can be implemented by the processor of the control mechanism and / or stored in the memory of the control mechanism.

[0016] The operating element can be, for example, a switch. For instance, the switch's switching configuration can be set according to at least one configuration parameter.

[0017] Therefore, the switch can be configured, for example, to turn on or off the lighting mechanism or light-emitting device of a machine tool depending on at least one accessory parameter. That is, the output function includes, for example, emitting light. However, when at least one accessory parameter is parameterized in a different way, the switch can be configured to operate other output functions, such as limiting motor speed, setting torque, or the like.

[0018] However, even when a predetermined output function is associated with an operating element (e.g., a switch), it is advantageous to have at least one alternative allocation of the control function relative to the operating element position of the switch (i.e., the switch position).

[0019] For example, the operating element can be configured simply to change the rotation direction of the drive motor. However, depending on at least one associated parameter, it is possible, for example, to associate the first operating element position with the right turn of the drive motor and the second operating element position with the left turn of the drive motor, or conversely, to associate the first operating element position with the left turn of the drive motor and the second operating element position with the right turn of the drive motor. Thus, the operator can optimally set the operating element and its corresponding operating element position according to their needs.

[0020] Advantageously, at least one ergonomic feature of the operating element can be set or parameterized according to at least one accessory parameter. The ergonomic feature can be, for example, designed as a corresponding switching position of the operating element, particularly the relative position of the operating element with respect to the machine housing of the machine tool in a corresponding first or second operating element position. However, the ergonomic feature can also be, for example, to assign a corresponding control function to an operating element that is easily accessible to the operator of the machine tool according to at least one accessory parameter.

[0021] It should be mentioned that at least one assigned parameter can also be a component of a parameter group. For example, at least one assigned parameter can be a component of an assigned table or an assigned array.

[0022] Advantageously, the control mechanism has a memory for storing at least one attribute parameter. The memory may contain, for example, an attribute table with one or more attribute parameters, particularly a lookup table. The memory for storing at least one attribute parameter is preferably a non-transitory memory, such as a flash memory, EEPROM, or the like.

[0023] Advantageously, at least one control function includes a first control function and a second control function, wherein, through a parameterization interface, at least one attribute parameter can be parameterized to assign a first operating element position to the first control function and a second operating element position to the second control function, or vice versa. For example, the first control function can be configured to control the drive motor in a right-turn manner and the second control function can be configured to control the drive motor in a left-turn manner. Thus, based on at least one attribute parameter, it is possible to set whether the drive motor operates in a right-turn or left-turn manner in the first operating element position.

[0024] Furthermore, it is advantageous that the machine tool has a first operating element and a second operating element, and at least one control function of the control mechanism can be assigned to the first operating element and / or the second operating element according to at least one assignment parameter. That is, the operator can, for example, associate the first or second operating element with at least one control function that is ergonomically most suitable for the operator. For example, the first operating element is arranged on a first side of the machine tool or its housing, and the second operating element is arranged on a second side of the machine tool, particularly a side different from the first side, or its housing. According to at least one assignment parameter, the operator can assign the control function to the first or second operating element, for example, to turn on or off an electrical functional unit shaped like a lighting mechanism or light-emitting device.

[0025] Advantageously, at least one operating element includes, or is formed thereof, a switching element that is mechanically adjustable, particularly linearly displaceable, between first and second operating element positions, especially for setting the rotational direction of the drive motor. The switching element includes, for example, an operating element body or a switching element body with an operating surface that can be manipulated by an operator. The switching element can be, for example, a push-button or sliding switching element. Unsurprisingly, and also feasible, the switching element can be rotatably supported with respect to the machine tool housing. For example, the maximum or theoretical speed of the drive motor can be set by means of such a rotating switching element.

[0026] One embodiment can be configured such that at least one operating element, particularly in a design that serves as a switching element, is arranged in an area of ​​the machine tool that is configured for the operator to grasp or hold a handle.

[0027] Advantageously, the handle is designed in the shape of a pistol. The handle is, for example, a pistol-shaped handle or a pistol grip.

[0028] The operator can, for example, grip the handle with their hand (e.g., their right hand or left hand).

[0029] Advantageously, the operating element (especially the switching element) protrudes into or before a first and / or gripping area configured for the operator's right hand in one operating element position (especially in the switching element or one of the operating element positions of the switching element), and protrudes into or before a second and / or gripping area configured for the operator's left hand in another operating element position (especially in the switching element or another operating element position of the switching element). The second gripping area is, for example, different from the first gripping area. When the corresponding right or left hand grips or holds the handle, the first and second gripping areas face or correspond to the inner surface of the right or left hand, for example. The second gripping area and the first gripping area are, for example, arranged on opposite or angled sides of the handle. It is feasible for at least one operating element (especially the switching element) to protrude from the two first and second gripping areas at different distances in the corresponding operating element positions. It is also feasible for at least one operating element (especially the switching element) to protrude from the corresponding gripping area further in one operating element position than in the other operating element position. In the other operating element position, the operating element can be flush with or positioned behind the gripping area.

[0030] The gripping area may also include, for example, sections where the operator's index finger or thumb rests or can rest when gripping the handle, and / or sections that the operator can grasp with their thumb or index finger when gripping the handle. Therefore, the gripping area can also be understood as the operator's hand not gripping the following section of the gripping area but rather gripping the handle next to that section, where an operating element is arranged and can protrude beyond that section. Advantageously, the section where the operating element or switching element is arranged is positioned on the machine housing of the tool so that the operating element or switching element can be operated with the thumb or index finger of the hand gripping the handle.

[0031] The switching element, for example, does not protrude much beyond the gripping area or the previously mentioned section of the gripping area in one of the operating element positions, so that the operator can easily grip the handle without obstructing the operating element or the switching element. According to at least one accessory parameter, it is feasible to assign a control function to the operating element position that can be said to be non-obstructive, which is typical for the primary use of the machine tool. In a design as a turning machine, this is, for example, right-hand rotation of the tool holder.

[0032] A right-handed person can, for example, parameterize the operating element for right turn such that it does not protrude much beyond the right side of the machine housing in the working direction before reaching the gripping area. Conversely, a left-handed person can parameterize the operating element for right turn such that it does not protrude much beyond the left side of the machine housing before reaching the gripping area.

[0033] At least one operating element, particularly a switching element, can be configured such that, in a first operating element position, it protrudes before a first side of the machine housing of the tool machine, and in a second operating element position, it protrudes before a second side of the machine housing that is different from, particularly opposite to, the first side of the machine housing, or opposite to the first side of the machine housing. For example, the first and second sides of the machine housing, when viewed forward along the working direction, are the left and right sides of the machine housing. However, it is also possible for the opposite sides of the machine housing to be angled to each other.

[0034] Advantageously, at the handle, in addition to at least one operating element, particularly a switching element (which can also be referred to as the first operating element), a second operating element, particularly a switching element, is arranged to turn the drive motor on and off and / or set the speed of the drive motor. Advantageously, the second operating element or switching element can be operated with the index finger of the hand that grips the handle. Preferably, the distance between the first operating element and the second operating element is at most 2 cm, particularly at most 1 cm, and especially preferably less than 9 mm.

[0035] An advantageous concept is that at least one operating element comprises or is formed of a touch-sensitive screen (i.e., a so-called touch display). Therefore, a touch-sensitive screen, for example, can be used as an operating element. Different operating functions can be controlled by manipulating different areas of the screen. It is feasible, according to at least one assignment parameter, to assign different areas of the screen to different operating functions. Thus, for example, according to at least one assignment parameter, a first area of ​​the screen can be assigned to a first operating function and a second area of ​​the screen can be assigned to a second operating function.

[0036] Advantageously, at least one functional unit includes or is formed of a drive motor, and at least one control function is set and designed for controlling the drive motor via a control mechanism. For example, the control function is set for setting the speed and / or speed direction and / or torque.

[0037] Preferably, at least one control function includes a first control function for controlling the drive motor in a first rotation direction (especially for right turn) and a second control function for controlling the drive motor in a second rotation direction opposite to the first rotation direction (especially for left turn). Depending on at least one assignment parameter, for example, a first operating element position can be assigned to the first control function and a second operating element position of the operating element can be assigned to the second control function.

[0038] However, at least one functional unit may also include, for example, a light-emitting device, and at least one control function may be configured and designed to control the light-emitting device. The light-emitting device includes, for example, a component with one or more LEDs. The light-emitting device may be part of a lighting mechanism. It may be configured, for example, to illuminate the working area of ​​a tool machine. However, the light-emitting device may also be configured and designed to output at least one event notification and / or warning notification.

[0039] For example, the control function is designed to control the light-emitting device in at least one color of light. Therefore, the control function can, for example, control the light-emitting device to emit light in a first or alternatively a second color of light. Here, for example, LEDs of different colors can be controlled by the control function.

[0040] Furthermore, it is feasible to have at least one control function designed to control the light-emitting device in terms of illumination intensity. The illumination intensity can be variable, such that, for example, a first illumination intensity can be set in a first operating element position of the operating element and a second illumination intensity different from the first illumination intensity can be set in a second operating element position.

[0041] Furthermore, the position of the operating element, assigned to the control function according to at least one associated parameter, can also be configured such that the control function controls the light-emitting device for a continuous light emission duration or a repetitive light emission duration, particularly a periodic light emission duration (e.g., flashing). Therefore, the control function can also be designed to control the light-emitting device for a continuous or repetitive light emission duration.

[0042] Parameterized interfaces can be designed in a variety of ways. Subsequently, several feasible solutions are proposed, which can be configured individually or in combination with each other.

[0043] Advantageously, the parameterized interface is designed to determine at least one assigned parameter by means of a predetermined manipulation of at least one operating element by an operator. Particularly advantageous is that the operating element can be manipulated by a predetermined manipulation sequence or operation order to determine the assigned parameter, for which the assigned parameter should be determined and / or generated. Thus, for example, repeated manipulation from one operating element to another in the operating element position can be configured to determine the assigned parameter. In an example of parameterization of a rotation direction switch or an operating element serving as a rotation direction switch, this configuration can, for example, be configured such that the operating element can be manipulated at least twice from an intermediate position between the first and second operating element positions to either the first or second operating element position to confirm or set the assignment of the first or second operating element position to a control function for right turn. Correspondingly, other first or second operating element positions can assign the control mechanism or machine tool to a control function for left turn.

[0044] Advantageously, the parameterization interface includes a user interface for user input of at least one assigned parameter. The user interface is advantageously located on the machine tool. However, the user interface can also be, for example, part of the parameterization mechanism, as explained below. The user interface includes, for example, a display (especially a touch-sensitive screen), operating elements (e.g., an operating keyboard and / or joystick), or the like. Thus, for example, at a touch-sensitive screen, the assignment of operating elements and at least one operating element position to a control function can be set, for example, by correspondingly manipulating an operating graphic that displays the operating element to be parameterized.

[0045] One implementation is advantageously configured such that the parameterized interface includes, for detecting at least one associated parameter, a language recognition device for detecting operator language commands and / or a gesture recognition device for detecting operator gestures, or formed thereof.

[0046] The speech recognition device recognizes, for example, the operator's speech commands, such as "turn the rotation direction switch to the right to turn right" or "turn the rotation direction switch to the left to turn right," where "turn right" represents the position of the operating element on the right side along the working direction, and "turn left" represents the position of the operating element on the left side along the working direction. "Turn right" and "turn left" refer to the control function.

[0047] An attitude recognition device advantageously includes at least one accelerometer and / or gyroscope sensor. Other sensors are also feasible without issue, such as optical sensors for detecting attitude. That is, when, for example, an operator moves the machine tool in a predetermined sequence of movements, at least one associated parameter can be parameterized. However, optical sensors suitable for detecting attitude can also form part of the attitude recognition device.

[0048] The preferred approach is to use a parametric design that can be described as an external parametric mechanism.

[0049] Therefore, the parameterization interface preferably includes a communication interface for receiving at least one associated parameter from the parameterization mechanism, which is separate from and structurally independent of the tool machine.

[0050] The machine tool is preferably part of a system comprising the machine tool and a parameterization mechanism; therefore, the invention also relates to a system comprising the machine tool according to the invention and a parameterization mechanism configured for parameterization thereof.

[0051] Preferably, the parameterization mechanism has a processor for implementing the parameterization program, by virtue of which at least one attribute parameter is generated. Furthermore, the parameterization mechanism advantageously has a communication mechanism or communication interface for transmitting the at least one attribute parameter. The parameterization program is, for example, a so-called App.

[0052] In parametric mechanisms, a variety of design options are possible.

[0053] Therefore, it is possible to configure the parameterization mechanism to include a mobile phone or smartphone or to be formed therefrom.

[0054] Alternatively or additionally, it is also feasible for the parameterization mechanism to form part of the transport container, which has a machine housing for accommodating the machine tools. The transport container is used, for example, for transporting machine tools, particularly on routes to and from construction sites. The transport container has, for example, a container body in which the machine housing is arranged. Preferably, the transport container has a cover. Preferably, the parameterization mechanism is conveniently located on the outside of the transport container.

[0055] Furthermore, it is advantageous that the parameterization mechanism can connect to the parameterization interface via a network, such as the Internet, but also via a local network, such as a WLAN network. Thus, the machine tool can be parameterized, for example, via a so-called cloud, using at least one associated parameter.

[0056] Advantageously, the communication interface includes a registration interface for registering the parameterization mechanism at the machine tool. Advantageously, the registration interface is designed to verify authenticity and / or identity and / or entry identifier. The parameterization mechanism or its parameterization program preferably has matching devices. For example, the parameterization mechanism and / or its parameterization program has communication devices for sending at least one verification message and / or identity information and / or entry identifier. Thus, it is feasible, however, that parameterization can only be performed on parameterization mechanisms that are qualified to parameterize at least the assigned parameters.

[0057] The parameterization interface of the machine tool can include, for example, a wired communication interface or a data interface for receiving at least one accessory parameter. For example, a connection contact for an electrically connected parameterization mechanism is advantageous. The communication interface or data interface can be, for example, a LAN interface or an Ethernet interface.

[0058] It is advantageous to have a wired communication interface or data interface as an alternative or supplement to a wireless communication interface or data interface. For example, communication interfaces or data interfaces include Bluetooth interfaces, communication interfaces and / or near field communication interfaces (NFC interfaces) and / or radio wave interfaces and / or WLAN interfaces.

[0059] Advantageously, the parameterization interface includes a data interface to an energy storage device for receiving at least one configuration parameter from the energy storage device. Thus, the configuration of the operating element and its position for at least one control function can be parameterized by means of the energy storage device. The energy storage device is preferably a rechargeable energy storage device, especially a so-called battery pack. The energy storage device is used to supply current to the machine tool, such as its drive motor and / or its control mechanism. The machine tool advantageously has an energy storage device connection for detachably fixing or mounting the energy storage device. Thus, the energy storage device can be replaced when needed, for example, when its energy reserve is depleted.

[0060] Advantageously, the machine tool forms part of a system comprising the machine tool and an energy storage device. Therefore, the invention also includes a system having both a machine tool and an energy storage device.

[0061] Advantageously, the energy storage device includes or is formed of an operating interface for detecting at least one attribute parameter. The operating interface of the energy storage device may include, for example, a touch-sensitive screen, an operating keypad, or other operating elements for generating and / or configuring at least one attribute parameter.

[0062] Furthermore, the energy storage device is advantageously configured to include, in particular, a wireless communication interface, especially a Bluetooth interface and / or a near-field communication interface (NFC interface) and / or a radio wave interface and / or a WLAN interface, or formed thereof, for detecting at least one accessory parameter. However, the communication interface can also be wired. That is, the energy storage device can be used, for example, as a gateway for parameterization of machine tools.

[0063] Undoubtedly, and feasiblely, the parameterization interface of the machine tool is designed to receive at least one accessory parameter both, on the one hand, through an energy storage device, and on the other hand, directly (i.e., in the absence of an energy storage device). These two measures can also be configured in combination.

[0064] Furthermore, it is advantageous that at least one control function has control features for controlling at least one electrical functional unit, which cannot be changed by the operator. Therefore, the assignment of a control function, for example, to an operating element or the position of the operating element of an operating element, merely means triggering the control function. The actual basic function of the control function (e.g., driving the motor to turn right or left) cannot be changed according to the assigned parameters.

[0065] Alternative or supplementary implementations can be configured such that at least one control function has control features for controlling at least one electrical functional unit, wherein the control features are parameterizable by parameterization based on at least one associated parameter. Preferably, the parameterization interface is designed for its additional parameterization.

[0066] For example, control features can relate to the duration of light emission of the light-emitting device. In other words, the light emission interval of the light-emitting device can be set independently of whether the operating element belongs to or does not belong to the control function or whether the position of the operating element belongs to or does not belong to the control function through a parameterized interface.

[0067] The parameterizable control features may also relate to, for example, the settable maximum speed of the drive motor, starting characteristics such as the so-called start-up ramp of the drive motor, or the like. However, the operation of the operating element associated with the control function does not affect the starting characteristics or maximum speed of the drive motor. Therefore, the associated parameters are different from the operating parameters used to parameterize at least one control feature of the control function.

[0068] Alternatively, at least one control function may have control features for controlling at least one electrical functional unit, which can be matched with the operating conditions of the machine tool based on a learning function for the operation of the machine tool. Therefore, the learning function can, for example, be configured to match the rotational speed direction with the current operating conditions. The control function, for example, has first and second rotational speed directions independent of the learning function. Although the operating element is associated with the control function, that is, when the operating element is operated, the control function drives the drive motor. However, the operation of the operating element does not affect whether the control function controls the drive motor in the first rotational speed direction or the second rotational speed direction.

[0069] Advantageously, at least one accessory parameter can be parameterized only when the drive motor is stopped. This avoids erroneous operation, safety criticalities, or the like.

[0070] Furthermore, it is advantageous that the control function that can be assigned or configured according to at least one assigned parameter is not a safety-critical function. Therefore, for example, it can be configured so that a safety-critical function can always be implemented and regardless of whether it is assigned an operating element by means of which the function can be turned on or off.

[0071] Another advantageous provision is that the operating element, which can be parameterized according to at least one accessory parameter, is not safety-critical and / or is configured as an operating element for switching on the tool machine. Thus, the switching element by means of which can switch on the drive motor can, for example, be non-parameterizable.

[0072] Furthermore, it is advantageously configured that at least one operating element position of at least one operating element, or at least one operating element as a whole, can be deactivated via a parameterized interface. This can be achieved, for example, by ensuring that the corresponding operating element position, or all operating element positions, are not assigned parameters to the control function. When the operating element is in a corresponding deactivated operating element position, the control mechanism does not perform the control function when the operating element is manipulated to at least one operating element position. When the operating element is deactivated as a whole, the control mechanism does not perform the control function at each manipulation of the operating element. Attached Figure Description

[0073] Embodiments of the present invention will then be explained with reference to the accompanying drawings. Wherein:

[0074] Figure 1 A system is shown that includes a handheld tool machine and a configuration mechanism for configuring the handheld tool machine.

[0075] Figure 2 Shown by according to Figure 1 The cross-section of a handheld tool machine,

[0076] Figure 3 A rear view of a handheld tool machine with an operating element in the first operating element position is shown.

[0077] Figure 4 Showing according to Figure 3 The upper part of the view showing the operating element in the second operating element position.

[0078] Figure 5 The flowchart illustrates the configuration process of the tool machine based on the preceding diagram.

[0079] Figure 6 Shown in accordance with Figure 5 When configuring, according to Figure 1 Communication between the handheld tool machine and a configuration mechanism within the configuration mechanism.

[0080] Figure 7 The control mechanism of the handheld tool machine is shown and according to Figure 6 A schematic view of the configuration mechanism.

[0081] Figure 8The image shows a perspective oblique view of the handheld tool machine based on the preceding figures, partially shown as an exploded view.

[0082] Figure 9 The cross-section of the transmission mechanism and impact device of the handheld tool machine, as shown in the preceding figure, is illustrated.

[0083] Figure 10 Showing according to Figure 9 The impact device, part D1,

[0084] Figure 11 An oblique perspective view of the transmission mechanism switching element of a handheld tool machine, shown from an upper angle.

[0085] Figure 12 The following is shown from its underside: Figure 11 The transmission mechanism switching component,

[0086] Figures 13A-13D This shows a top view of a handheld tool machine according to the preceding figure, wherein, according to Figure 11 , 12 The transmission mechanism switching element occupies four different switching positions belonging to the transmission mechanism.

[0087] Figures 14A-14D Shown in Figures 13A-13D The diagram shows the transmission mechanism switching element in the switching position and the upper side view of the control mechanism of the handheld tool machine.

[0088] Figures 15A-15D Shown in Figures 13A-13D The front view of the transmission mechanism switching element and the upper part of the control mechanism in the switching position shown. Detailed Implementation

[0089] The handheld tool machine 10A has a housing 11. The housing 11 includes a drive section 12 and a handle section 13. The handle section 13 extends from the drive section 12, for example, in the form of a handle 13A, particularly a pistol grip. Furthermore, the housing 11 includes an energy storage connection 14 for an electrical energy storage device 70, such as a battery pack. The drive section 12 and the energy storage connection 14 are arranged on opposite sides of the handle section 13.

[0090] A drive line 15 with an electric drive motor 16 is located in drive section 12, which drives a switchable transmission mechanism 17. The switchable transmission mechanism 17 drives a tool housing 19 via an impact device 18. The tool housing is configured to accommodate a working tool AW, such as a drill, screwdriver, or the like. However, the working tool AW can also be accommodated, for example, in a drill bushing BF, which can be fixed at the tool housing 19.

[0091] The drive motor 16 can be operated by an electrical control mechanism 20, which is partially schematically shown in the accompanying drawings. The control mechanism 20 includes, for example, a processor 21, a memory 22, and a current-passing mechanism 23 for passing current through the drive motor 16. While the drive motor 16 can be, for example, a general-purpose motor, a brushless or electrically rectified motor is preferred. The current-passing mechanism 23 is adapted to pass current through it and can include appropriate power electronic components, such as bridging circuits.

[0092] Furthermore, the control mechanism 20 communicates with the energy storage device 70 via interface 25. Interface 25 includes, for example, a current supply contact 26 for transmitting current from the energy storage device 70 to enable operation of the control mechanism 20 and the drive motor 16. Additionally, interface 25 includes a data interface 27 for data communication with the energy storage device 70.

[0093] The control mechanism 20 can be operated by means of the operating elements 30 and 33.

[0094] The operating element 30 includes, for example, a switching element 31, by means of which the drive motor 16 can be turned on and off, and preferably its speed can also be set. The operating element body 32 of the operating element 30, such as an operating head, can be adjusted by an operator between a first operating element position B301 (shown in the figures) that has been moved out, and an operating element position B302 that is operated by the operator, essentially a pressed position. The drive motor 16 is periodically turned off in operating element position B301 and turned on in operating element position B302. Multiple operating element positions B302 are possible to set different speeds, for example, of the drive motor 16.

[0095] The operating element 33 includes, for example, a switching element or a switching element 34, by which the rotation direction of the drive motor 16 can be set, that is, for example, the drive motor 16 can turn right or left. The operating element 33 includes an operating element body 35, for example, a slider, which is adjustable between a first operating element position B331 and a second operating element position B332. In operating element positions B331 and B332, the longitudinal end regions 35A, 35B of the operating element body 35 protrude in front of the opposing sides 11A, 11B of the machine housing 11. For example, in operating element position B331, the operating element body 35 protrudes to the left in front of the machine housing 11 when viewed from the rear. Figure 3 ), and the operating element body protrudes to the right of the machine housing 11 in operating element position B331 ( Figure 4 ).

[0096] In operation element positions B331 and B332, the operating element 33 protrudes beyond the gripping areas 13L and 13R, for example, when gripping the handle 13A, where the operator's index finger rests or is able to rest on said gripping areas. For example, in operation element position B331, the operating section 33L formed by the longitudinal end region 35B of the operating element 33 protrudes further beyond the gripping area 13L than the operating section 33L formed by the longitudinal end region 35A of the operating element 33 protrudes beyond the gripping area 13R. Conversely, in operation element position B332, the operating section 33L does not protrude much beyond the gripping area 13L, while the operating section 33R of the operating element 33 protrudes far beyond the gripping area 13R.

[0097] The driven element 16A of the drive motor 40 drives the transmission mechanism 17 at the transmission driver 40.

[0098] The transmission mechanism 17 has a first switching stage 41 and a second switching stage 42, which can be switched independently. Thus, the transmission mechanism 17 presents a four-speed transmission mechanism. Transmission mechanism switching elements 43 and 44 are provided for adjusting the switching stages 41 and 42 of the transmission mechanism 17, which can be operated by the transmission mechanism operating element 50.

[0099] The transmission mechanism switching elements 43 and 44 are supported longitudinally, for example, they are longitudinally displaceable parallel to the rotation axis D of the tool housing 19.

[0100] The transmission mechanism switching element 43 acts on the switching stage 41, for example, on the planetary gear set 45 and / or the gear ring 46 of the switching stage 41.

[0101] The transmission mechanism switching element 44 acts on the switching stage 42, which includes a planetary gear set 47 arranged at the planet carrier 48.

[0102] For example, the transmission mechanism switching element 43 can lock the rotation of the gear ring 46 or allow it to rotate freely.

[0103] The transmission mechanism switching element 44 is, for example, formed as a gear ring for the planetary gear set 47. The transmission mechanism switching element 44 can, for example, couple the planetary gear set 47 to the planet carrier 45T (on which the planetary gear set 45 is rotatably supported) in a rotationally resistant manner, so that the switching stage 42 is partially inactive.

[0104] The transmission mechanism operating element 50 is kinetically coupled to the transmission mechanism switching elements 43 and 44 by means of a drive member 49 (which can form part of the adjusting transmission mechanism), so that the transmission mechanism switching elements 43 and 44 can be adjusted relative to each other and relative to the switching stages 41 and 42 that are switched by them in a coordinated sequence of motion. The drive member 49 is, for example, housed in a receiving portion 53 of the transmission mechanism operating element 50, which is arranged on the side of the transmission mechanism operating element 50 facing the interior space of the machine housing 11.

[0105] The transmission mechanism operating element 50 forms the operating element 36.

[0106] exist Figure 13A , 13B In 13C and 13D, we can see different operating element positions P1, P2, P3, and P4 of the operating element 36 or the transmission mechanism operating element 50, wherein the transmission mechanism 17 is switched to the first gear G1, the second gear G2, the third gear G3, and the fourth gear G4.

[0107] The transmission mechanism operating element 50 is arranged on the upper side of the machine housing 11. For example, the operating body 51 of the transmission mechanism operating element 50 is arranged below the window of the machine housing 11. An operating protrusion 52 provided at the operating body 51 protrudes into the window. In the operating element positions P1, P2, P3, and P4, the operating protrusion 52 is positioned, for example, in the corner area of ​​the window corresponding to the operating element position, wherein the corresponding gears G1-G4 can be identified by the operator through index marks, such as the numerical values ​​1, 2, 3, and 4.

[0108] In order for the control mechanism 20 to provide appropriate control of the drive motor 16 in the corresponding gears G1-G4, it is advantageous to detect the corresponding positions of the transmission mechanism operating elements 50. It is now conceivable to arrange position sensors in the window area to detect the corresponding operating element positions of the transmission mechanism operating elements 50. However, it is advantageous that electrical components on the upper side of the machine housing 11 are not necessary, and that the control mechanism 20 can directly detect the corresponding operating element positions P1-P4.

[0109] For this purpose, the transmission mechanism operating element 50 has an arm 54 extending through the transmission mechanism 17 and / or the drive motor 16 and having a switching transmitter 37 at its free end, which operates the transmission mechanism sensor 24. The transmission mechanism sensor 24 is, for example, a non-contact sensor and is capable of detecting the corresponding position of the switching transmitter 37. For example, the switching transmitter 37 can be an optical transmitter and the transmission mechanism sensor 24 can be an optical sensor. Advantageously, the switching transmitter 37 is a magnetic switching transmitter, such as a permanent magnet or a magnetic conductor, and the transmission mechanism sensor 24 is a magnetic sensor, such as a Hall sensor or the like. The corresponding position of the switching transmitter 37 can be precisely detected by the shielding and / or the magnetic conductor. Figures 14A-14D In 15A-15D, the corresponding relative position of the switching transmitter 37 with respect to the transmission mechanism sensor 24 is shown. It is identified that due to the different longitudinal and / or lateral spacing of the switching transmitter 37 relative to the transmission mechanism sensor 24, different operating element positions P1-P4 can be detected, and thereby the gears G1-G4 set by the control mechanism 20 can be detected.

[0110] Without any problem, multiple transmission mechanism sensors 24 can be provided to improve detection accuracy. Therefore, for example, a transmission mechanism sensor 24 can be provided for each of the positions P1-P4, wherein optimal detection accuracy can be achieved through the corresponding shielding, such as magnetic shielding, between the transmission mechanism sensors 24.

[0111] Through threshold formation, reliability checks, or similar methods, the control mechanism 20 can reliably detect each position P1-P4 even if, for example, there is only one drive mechanism sensor 24 or fewer than four drive mechanism sensors 24.

[0112] The driven member 55 of the transmission mechanism 17 drives the driven shaft 56, and a tool receiving portion 19 is arranged at its free end region. The driven shaft 56 is rotatably supported about the rotation axis D about the machine housing 11 by means of support members 57 and 58.

[0113] The impact device 18 includes a first impact body 60, particularly an anvil, and a second impact body 61, particularly a hammer disc or hammer. The impact bodies 61 and 60 are preferably loaded with force away from each other by springs 62, which is particularly advantageous when the tool machine 10 is used vertically upwards together with the tool housing 19, for example, when performing turning or drilling operations above the head. Profiles 60K and 61K are present on the opposite end faces of the impact bodies 60 and 61, so that when the impact bodies 60 and 61 rotate relative to each other about the axis of rotation D, the impact body 61 experiences an axial force loading about the axis of rotation D away from the impact body 60.

[0114] The second impactor 61 is held anti-rotatingly at the driven shaft 56 about the rotation axis D.

[0115] The first impactor 60 is fixedly positioned relative to the machine housing 11. For this purpose, an anti-torsion part 63, in particular a pin, is provided, which engages radially outwardly with respect to the rotation axis D into the impactor 60. The pin or anti-torsion part 63 passes through the head housing 59, such as a sleeve or sleeve body, in which the two supports 57, 58 are particularly housed.

[0116] The head housing 59 is preferably made of metal. The head housing 59 is fixedly connected to the machine housing 11, for example, by screwing, gluing, or welding. In principle, it would be feasible for the head housing 59 and the machine housing 11 to be a single piece, whereby assembly is simplified when the head housing 59 is a structural component separate from, yet capable of being detachably connected to, the machine housing 11. The anti-torsion portion 63 is held in engagement with the impactor 60 by a support member 63A. The support member 63A includes, for example, a corner plate or the like. The support member 63A is fixedly secured relative to the machine housing 11, for example, by screwing or otherwise connecting thereto. A threaded fastener 63B for securing the support member 63A is shown exemplary.

[0117] To support the axial force parallel to the rotation axis D, a support body 59A is provided, at which a support member 57 is supported. The support body 59A is fixed in the sleeve or head housing 59. The support body 59A is passed through by the driven shaft 56.

[0118] In order to operate under impact ( Figure 9 ) and shock-free operation ( Figure 10 The impact device 18 is adjusted between the impact operating position and the operating position, and is provided with an adjustment mechanism 64A. The adjustment mechanism 64A includes an adjustment body 64, which can be adjusted by an operating element 65 between the impact operating position and the operating position. Figure 9 ) and normal operating position (that is, shock-free operation, corresponding to Figure 9 Adjustment is made between [the two components]. The adjusting body 64 is designed, for example, as a switching sleeve or forms a switching sleeve. The adjusting body 64 is operable by an operating element 65, which is oscillatingly supported about the rotation axis D of the machine housing 11. The adjusting body 64 and the operating element 65 are engaged with each other with an adjusting profile 65A, such that rotational adjustment of the operating element 65 about the rotation axis D causes axial adjustment of the adjusting body 64 parallel to the rotation axis D.

[0119] The adjusting body 64 is kinematically coupled to the support body 64C via the transmission element 64B as follows: the adjustment of the adjusting body 64A parallel to the rotation axis D causes the support body 64C to be adjusted parallel to the rotation axis D. For example, the adjusting body 64 and the support body 64C are connected to each other about the rotation axis D with resistance to displacement via the transmission element 64B.

[0120] Therefore, by rotating the operating element 65, the support 64C can be adjusted parallel to the rotation axis D for impact operation. Figure 9 The driven shaft 56 is positioned away from the first impactor 60 and can be adjusted toward the impactor 60 (corresponding to normal operation without impact). In the impact operation position, the driven shaft 56 has an axial clearance about the rotation axis D, so that profiles 60K and 61K cause axial manipulation of the driven shaft 56 when rotating it, that is, cause impact operation. In the normal operation position ( Figure 10 In the process, the support 64C supports the support member 58 in such a way that the impact bodies 60 and 61 remain disengaged and thus cannot cause axial manipulation of the driven shaft 56 parallel to the rotation axis D.

[0121] The structure described below should be understood in the sense that electrical insulation remains optimally fixed. This structure, in particular, allows for the convenient assembly of handles, such as grippers, which extend from the machine housing 11 and thereby simplify the holding of the tool machine 10.

[0122] At the end region facing the tool housing 19, a support 66 is arranged at the outer periphery of the head housing 59. The support 66 is made of, for example, plastic. The metal head housing 59 is particularly injection-molded over the material of the support 66. An annular body 66A, such as an O-ring or the like, can be provided at the radial outer periphery of the support 66. The support 66 advantageously contributes to electrical insulation.

[0123] The operating element 65 is movably received in the annular body 67 and passes through a through opening in the annular body 67 (not further shown in the drawings). The annular body 67 is made of metal, for example, particularly aluminum. The annular body 67 is inserted into a receiving portion of the machine housing 11. The machine housing 11 is preferably made of plastic, thereby being made of an electrically insulating material. Because the annular body 67 is placed on an insulating material, it is electrically insulating.

[0124] The annular body 67 is secured to the machine housing 11 via a flange 68. The annular body 67 is sandwiched between the machine housing 11 and the flange 68. The flange 68 is tightened to the machine housing 11, for example, by means of a threaded fastener 69. Preferably, the flange 68 is made of plastic, thus being electrically insulated. A handle can be fixed to the flange 68, for example. The flange 68 is supported by a support body 66.

[0125] A lighting mechanism 75 is preferably arranged in the front section of the machine housing 11, that is, in front along the working direction AR, to illuminate the working environment near the tool holder 19. The lighting mechanism 75 can also be designed to display situation notifications.

[0126] Additional operating elements 38 are provided via touch-sensitive displays, which are arranged, for example, on the machine housing 11, particularly on its upper side. Through operating elements 38, the operator can send control commands, such as to turn the lighting mechanism 75 on or off. Operating elements 38 include, for example, touch-sensitive screens or touch-sensitive displays 38A.

[0127] The drive motor 16 or drive line 15 forms a first functional unit FE1, which can be controlled by the control mechanism 20 according to the control functions AF1 and AF2.

[0128] The lighting mechanism 75 forms a second functional unit FE2, which can be controlled by the control mechanism 20 according to the control function and AF3 and AF4.

[0129] The corresponding control functions AF1 to AF4 can be associated with operating elements 33 and 38. Applicable to this are, for example, parameterized mechanisms of 80, 180, or 280.

[0130] The parameterization mechanism 80 is a mobile parameterization mechanism, such as a smartphone, mobile phone, or the like. However, the parameterization mechanism 80 can also be, for example, a laptop computer or other similar mobile computer. The parameterization mechanism 80 includes a processor 81 and a memory 82, in which a parameterization program 83 is stored for implementation by the processor 81. The parameterization mechanism 80 further includes an input device 84, such as a keyboard and / or a touch-sensitive screen, and an output device 85, such as a screen, LED, or the like. The input device 84, especially the touch-sensitive screen of the input device 84, advantageously forms a user interface for inputting at least one associated parameter.

[0131] Furthermore, the parameterization mechanism 80 has a communication interface 86 for communicating with the communication interface 29 of the machine tool 10 and / or for communicating with the communication interface 73 of the energy storage device 70. Therefore, the parameterization mechanism 80 can communicate directly with the control mechanism 20 via the communication interface 29 or communicate with the energy storage device 70 via the communication interface 73.

[0132] Communication interfaces 29, 73, and 86 are preferably wireless communication interfaces, such as Bluetooth, WLAN, near-field communication, or similar types.

[0133] The energy storage device 70 has a processor 71 and a memory 72. The processor 71 includes, for example, a communication program K70 for communication implemented at the communication interface 73.

[0134] Furthermore, the communication program enables communication between the communication interface 73 and the data interface 74 of the energy storage 70, which can be coupled to the data interface 27, so that the energy storage 70 can be said to form a gateway for the control mechanism 20.

[0135] Data interfaces 27 and 74 can be wired or include contact parts. For example, they have transmission contacts that make contact with each other when the energy storage device 70 is assembled at the energy storage connection part 14. However, it is also possible for data interfaces 27 and 74 to be wireless interfaces, such as Bluetooth interfaces, near-field communication interfaces, or the like.

[0136] The parameterization mechanism 280 forms part of the transport container 200. The transport container 200 has a main body 201, within which a machine housing 10 is provided, wherein the internal space can be closed by a cover 202 of the transport container 200. In any case, the parameterization mechanism 280 is arranged within the transport container 200, for example, on its outer side. Thus, preferably when the parameterization mechanism is arranged within the internal space of the transport container 200, the parameterization mechanism 280 can communicate with the machine tool 10. However, it is also conceivable, without problem, that communication can occur between the parameterization mechanism 280 and the machine tool 10 when the parameterization mechanism is not housed within the transport container 200.

[0137] The parameterization mechanism 180 is, for example, a laptop computer, a server, or the like, wherein the parameterization mechanism 180 is capable of communicating with the machine tool 10 via a network NW, such as a cloud. The parameterization mechanism 180 has, for example, a processor 181, a memory 182, and a parameterization program 183 stored in the memory 182. Like the parameterization mechanism 80, the parameterization mechanism 180 has an input device 184 and an output device 185.

[0138] The parameterization mechanisms 80, 180, and 280 can, for example, execute the parameterization method PAR for the tool machine 10 as explained below, in order to assign output functions AF1-AF4 to the operating elements 33 and 38. The parameterization method PAR presents the method steps S1 to S9, which will be described below.

[0139] In step S1, the control mechanism 20 and / or the tool machine 10 are activated, for example, turned on. The control mechanism 20 or the tool machine 10 can be activated, for example, by pressing on the operating element 30, by an operation at the operating element 38, or by the like.

[0140] In step S2, the parameterization procedure 83 is initiated, for example, by at least one manipulation of symbol 87 at the output device 85 of the parameterization mechanism 80, and a suitable operating mode for a left-handed person is invoked. Symbol 87, for example, shows an image of the tool machine 10 and / or its operating elements, such as operating element 33.

[0141] In step S3, the parameterization mechanism 80, and in particular its parameterization program 83, sends assignment parameters ZP1 and ZP2 to the control mechanism 20. Using these assignment parameters, for example, an output function AF2 is assigned to the operating element position B331, corresponding to the leftward rotation of the drive motor 16, and an output function AF1 is assigned to the operating element position B332, corresponding to the rightward rotation of the drive motor 16. For example, the parameterization mechanism 80 directly sends the assignment parameters ZP1 and ZP2 to the communication interface 29 or the communication interface 73 of the energy storage device 70, which then transmits the assignment parameters ZP1 and ZP2 to the control mechanism 20 via data interfaces 74 and 27.

[0142] Now, the parameterization program P20, implemented by processor 21, controls the reception of the associated parameters ZP1 and ZP2. In step S4, the parameterization program P20 stops the drive motor 16.

[0143] Step S4 is repeated for such a long time until the drive motor 16 stops. This is a safety measure. Therefore, the parameterized program P20 branches into branch S4A for such a long time and repeats step S4 until the drive motor 16 stops. Then, the parameterized program P20 branches into step S5 via branch S4B.

[0144] In step S5, the parameterization program P20 receives the associated parameters ZP1 and ZP2 into the memory 22, and in particular into a region of the memory 22, which is a non-temporary memory.

[0145] Starting from step S6, the control program AS1 is now in operation. The program code of the control program AS1 can be implemented by the processor 21 of the control mechanism 20 in order to implement steps S6-S10.

[0146] In step S6, when the operating element 30 is adjusted from one of the operating element positions B301 to one of the operating element positions B302, the control program AS1 receives, for example, a control command for the operating element 30, that is, a command for operating the drive motor 16.

[0147] In step S7, control program AS1 checks the position of switching element 34 to determine whether operating element 33 occupies operating element position B331 or B332. Depending on operating element position B331 or B332, control program AS1 invokes control function AF1 or AF2 to drive drive motor 16 in a right-turn or left-turn manner accordingly. That is, control program AS1 either branches to step S8 in step S7A, where control program AF1 is activated, or branches to step S9, where control program AF2 is activated.

[0148] When the operating element 30 returns to the operating element position B301, the drive motor 16 should be disconnected, and the control program AS1 should end the operation of the drive motor 16 and stop the drive motor.

[0149] Similarly, a parameterized mechanism of 80, 180, or 280 can assign different areas of the operating element 38 (i.e., the display) to control functions AF3 and AF4 according to the assignment parameters ZP3 and ZP4, so that the control mechanism 20 either invokes control function AF3 or control function AF4 when manipulating the corresponding area of ​​the operating element 38. When manipulating a corresponding area of ​​the operating element 38, the control mechanism 20 controls the lighting mechanism 75 to turn its light-emitting device 76 (e.g., LED 76) on or off according to control function AF3. When manipulating another area of ​​the operating element 38, the control mechanism 20 controls the lighting mechanism 75 according to control function AF4, for example, to change the lighting intensity of the lighting mechanism 75.

[0150] Data interface 27 and communication interface 29 form part of the parameterized interface 28 of the tool machine 10.

[0151] When no parameterized mechanism can be utilized in the parameterized mechanisms of 80, 180, or 82 (e.g., on a construction site or similar), local parameterization of the operating elements in the machine tool 10 can also be achieved. For example, operating element 38 can form part of the parameterized interface 28, such as a user interface (UI). Through corresponding operational actions, such as prolonged pressing on the operating element 38 or a display area, the associated parameter ZP3 or ZP4 can be generated.

[0152] Exemplary data communication between parameterization mechanism 80 and machine tool 10 Figure 6 As shown in the image.

[0153] For example, parameterization mechanism 80 sends a registration message AN to tool machine 10 for registration at said tool machine. The registration message AN includes, for example, a header HD with the address of tool machine 10, an identification number ID, such as a clear identifier of parameterization mechanism 80, especially its address, and a password PW. The registration message AN is secured by a security encoding CTR, such as CRC encoding.

[0154] For example, communication interfaces 29 and / or 73 include or form registration interfaces 29A, 73A to receive registration messages AN. Registration interfaces 29A, 73A check, for example, an identifier ID, which may form or include an identifier for the authenticity and / or identity of the parameterized organization 80, and a password PW, which may form or include an entry identifier.

[0155] When the tool machine 10 receives the registration message AN, that is, when, for example, the parameterization mechanism 80 is registered in the tool machine 10 as a parameterization mechanism qualified to perform parameterization and the password PW matches, the tool machine 10 sends an acknowledgment message CO.

[0156] The confirmation message CO includes, for example, a header HD with the address of parameterized mechanism 80. Advantageously, the confirmation message CO includes information BSX about parameterizable operating elements, such as information that operating elements 33 and 38 can be parameterized. Furthermore, it is advantageous that the confirmation message CO includes information ZX indicating which associated parameters are feasible in operating elements 33, 38, or in any case, the operating elements described in the information BSX. Additionally, the confirmation message CO advantageously includes information ASX containing control functions that can be associated with the operating elements described in the information BSX (e.g., control functions AF1 and AF2 for operating element 33).

[0157] Advantageously, the confirmation message CO, as well as the subsequent messages PA and CPA, also include the security code CTR.

[0158] It is also feasible to conduct subsequent communications without prior registration, for example, as explained with respect to method PAR. Thus, that is, the confirmation message CO, as explained later, can be sent only within the parameterization of tool machine 10, and optionally, additionally, the confirmation message CPA, as explained later, can also be sent.

[0159] After receiving the confirmation message CO, the parameterization mechanism 80 sends a parameterization message PA, which in turn contains a header HD, i.e., the address of the tool machine 10. The parameterization message PA also includes information B1 about the operating element to be parameterized (e.g., operating element 33), information Z1 about the assignment parameters ZP1 and ZP2 to be assigned to the operating element 33, and information A1, which indicates which control function AF1 or AF2 should be assigned to the corresponding assignment parameters ZP1 and ZP2.

[0160] However, in the previous embodiment for the method PAR, it would be sufficient for the parameterization mechanism 80 to send a simple parameterization message PA, which merely indicates whether the operating element 33 should be parameterized for a left-handed person or a right-handed person.

[0161] Advantageously, after parameterizing the operating element 33 (that is, after step S5, for example), the tool machine 10 sends an acknowledgment message CPA, in which the explained information B1, Z1 and A1 are repeated, so that the parameterization mechanism 80 obtains information that the parameterization has been successful or unsuccessful.

[0162] The parameterization of the assigned parameters ZP1-ZP4 can be achieved without any problem using, for example, a speech recognition device SE. The speech recognition device SE can be installed on the machine tool 10, for example. However, it can also be formed as a component of a parameterization mechanism with parameters of 80, 180, or 280.

[0163] Advantageously, the machine tool 10 has an attitude recognition device GE, such as one or more acceleration sensors. That is, when, for example, the operator of the machine tool 10 tilts or accelerates the machine tool 10 in a predetermined operating sequence (e.g., is rapidly manipulated to the right), and the operating element 33 is adjusted to one of the operating element positions B331, B332, for example, a right turn of the drive motor 16 can be assigned to the corresponding set operating element position B331 or B332.

[0164] Alternatively, control functions AF3 and AF4 can be assigned to the operating element 33 and its operating element positions B331 and B332 according to the assigned parameters ZP1 and ZP2, thereby enabling the lighting mechanism 75 to be turned on and off, for example, by manipulating the operating element 33 into the operating element positions B331 and B332.

[0165] Similarly, it is also possible for the operating element 38 to be parameterized or configured, for example, to set the right and left turns of the drive motor 16, by assigning control functions AF1 and AF2 to the operating element 38, and especially to its operating area.

Claims

1. Tools and machines, among which, The machine tool (10) has a tool housing (19) for accommodating a working tool (AW), a drive motor (16) for driving the tool housing (19), and at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2), wherein the machine tool (10) has a control mechanism (20) for controlling the at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) according to at least one control function (AF1-AF4), wherein the at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) is designed to perform an output function depending on the control of the at least one control function (AF1-AF4), and wherein the machine tool (10) has at least one operating element (33) that is operable by the operator of the machine tool (10) in a first operating element position (B331). The control mechanism (20) is characterized in that the machine tool (10) has a parameterization interface (28) through which at least one assignment parameter (ZP1, ZP2) can be parameterized to assign the at least one operating element (33) and the first operating element position (B331) and / or the at least one second operating element position (B332) to the at least one control function (AF1-AF4), so that the control mechanism (20) controls the at least one electrical function unit (FE1, FE2) according to the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) when adjusting the at least one operating element (33) to the first operating element position or the at least one second operating element position. Among them, at least one ergonomic feature of the at least one operating element (33) can be set or parameterized according to the at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2), and as at least one ergonomic feature, the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) can be assigned to the operating element that is easily accessible to the operator of the tool machine according to the at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2). The at least one control function (AF1-AF4) includes a first control function (AF1) and a second control function (AF2). The at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2) can be parameterized through the parameterization interface (28) to assign the first operating element position (B331) to the first control function (AF1) and the second operating element position (B332) to the second control function (AF2), or to assign the first operating element position (B331) to the second control function (AF2) and the second operating element position (B332) to the first control function (AF1).

2. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one operating element has a first operating element and a second operating element (38) and can assign at least one control function (AF1-AF4) of the control mechanism (20) to the first operating element and / or the second operating element (38) according to the at least one assignment parameter (ZP1, ZP2).

3. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one operating element (33) includes, or is formed therefrom, a switching element (34) that can be mechanically adjusted between the positions of the first and second operating elements.

4. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one operating element (33) is arranged in the area of ​​the machine tool (10) configured for gripping or holding by an operator.

5. The machine tool according to claim 4, characterized in that, The handle (13A) is pistol handle-shaped or includes a pistol handle.

6. The machine tool according to claim 4, characterized in that, The at least one operating element (33) protrudes in one of the first operating element positions (B331) and the at least one second operating element position (B332) into or before a first gripping area (13R) configured for gripping with the operator's right hand, and in the other operating element position (B331) and the at least one second operating element position (B332) protrudes into or before a second gripping area (13L) configured for gripping with the operator's left hand.

7. The machine tool according to claim 3, characterized in that, The at least one operating element (33) protrudes in the first operating element position (B331) before the first side (11A) of the machine housing (11) of the tool machine (10) and in the second operating element position (B332) before the second side (11B) of the machine housing (11) which is different from the first side (11A) of the machine housing (11).

8. The machine tool according to claim 7, characterized in that, At least one operating element (33) in the first operating element position (B331) protrudes further than to the first side (11A) of the machine housing (11) before protruding to the second side (11A) of the machine housing (11) and / or in the second operating element position (B332) protrudes further than to the second side (11B) of the machine housing (11) before protruding to the first side (11A) of the machine housing (11).

9. The machine tool according to claim 4, characterized in that, At least one operating element (33) and a switching element (31) are arranged at the handle (13A) for turning on and / or off and / or setting the speed of the drive motor (16).

10. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one operating element (33) includes or is formed of a touch-sensitive screen.

11. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) includes or is formed of a drive motor (16), and the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) is configured and designed to control the drive motor (16) via the control mechanism (20).

12. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one control function (AF1-AF4) includes a first control function for controlling the drive motor (16) along a first rotation direction, and includes a second control function for controlling the drive motor (16) along a second rotation direction, the second rotation direction being opposite to the first rotation direction.

13. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) includes a light-emitting device (76) and the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) is configured and designed to control the light-emitting device (76).

14. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The parameterized interface (28) is designed to determine the at least one associated parameter (ZP1, ZP2) by means of predetermined manipulation of at least one operating element (33) by an operator.

15. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The parameterized interface (28) includes a user interface (UI) for user input of the at least one attribute parameter (ZP1, ZP2).

16. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The parameterization interface (28) for detecting the at least one associated parameter (ZP1, ZP2) includes a language recognition device (SE) for detecting the operator's language instructions and / or a posture recognition device (GE) for detecting the operator's posture, or formed therefrom.

17. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The parameterization interface (28) has communication interfaces (29, 73) for receiving the at least one accessory parameter (ZP1, ZP2) from the parameterization mechanism (80), which is separate from and structurally independent of the tool machine (10).

18. The machine tool according to claim 17, characterized in that, The communication interfaces (29, 73) include registration interfaces (29A, 73A) for enabling the parameterization mechanism (80) to register at the tool machine (10).

19. The machine tool according to claim 17, characterized in that, It forms the components of a system comprising a tool machine (10) and the parameterization mechanism (80).

20. The machine tool according to claim 17, characterized in that, The parameterization mechanism (80) includes or is formed by a mobile phone, and / or the parameterization mechanism (80) forms part of a transport container having a machine housing for accommodating the tool machine (10), and / or the parameterization mechanism (80) is capable of connecting to the parameterization interface (28) via a network.

21. The machine tool according to claim 17, characterized in that, The parameterization mechanism (80) has a processor for implementing the parameterization program, by means of which it is able to generate the at least one accessory parameter (ZP1, ZP2), and the parameterization mechanism (80) has a communication interface (29, 73) for sending the at least one accessory parameter (ZP1, ZP2).

22. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The parameterized interface (28) includes, or is formed from, wired and / or wireless communication interfaces (29, 73).

23. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The parameterization interface (28) includes a data interface (27) to the energy storage device (70) for receiving the at least one associated parameter (ZP1, ZP2) from the energy storage device (70).

24. The machine tool according to claim 23, characterized in that, The energy storage device (70) includes an operating interface and / or a communication interface (73) to detect the at least one associated parameter (ZP1, ZP2), or to form thereof.

25. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one control function (AF1-AF4) has control features to control the at least one electrical function unit (FE1, FE2), which cannot be changed or attached by the operator to the parameterization that can be parameterized through the parameterization interface (28) according to the at least one accessory parameter (ZP1, ZP2) and / or matched with the operation of the tool machine (10) according to the learning function for the operation of the tool machine (10).

26. The machine tool (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2) can only be parameterized in the stopped state of the drive motor (16) and / or the control function (AF1-AF4) that can be assigned according to the at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2) is not a safety-related function and / or the operating element (33) that can be parameterized according to the at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2) is not a safety-related and / or is not an operating element (33) configured to turn on the tool machine.

27. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one of the first operating element position (B331) and the at least one second operating element position (B332) of the at least one operating element (33), or the at least one operating element (33) as a whole, can be deactivated through the parameterized interface (28), so that the control mechanism (20) does not perform the control function (AF1-AF4) when the operating element (33) is manipulated to the deactivated first operating element position (B331) or the deactivated at least one second operating element position (B332) or during each manipulation of the operating element (33).

28. The machine tool according to claim 3, characterized in that, The switching element (34) can be linearly shifted between the first operating element position and the second operating element position.

29. The machine tool according to claim 3, characterized in that, The switching element (34) is used to set the rotation direction of the drive motor (16).

30. The machine tool according to claim 3, characterized in that, The at least one operating element (33) is arranged in the area of ​​the tool machine (10) in the design of the switching element (34) in the area of ​​the handle (13A) configured for the operator to grasp or hold.

31. The machine tool according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second side (11B) is opposite to or away from the first side (11A) of the machine housing (11).

32. The machine tool according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first control function is used to control the drive motor (16) to turn right along the first rotation direction, and the second control function is used to control the drive motor (16) to turn left along the second rotation direction.

33. The machine tool according to claim 13, characterized in that, The at least one control function (AF1-AF4) is set and designed to control the light-emitting device (76) in terms of at least one color of light and / or with respect to illumination intensity and / or continuous or repetitive luminescence duration.

34. The machine tool according to claim 18, characterized in that, The registration interfaces (29A, 73A) are designed to verify authenticity and / or identity and / or entry identifiers.

35. The machine tool according to claim 20, characterized in that, The network in question is the Internet.

36. The machine tool according to claim 22, characterized in that, The communication interfaces (29, 73) are Bluetooth interfaces and / or NFC interfaces and / or radio wave interfaces and / or WLAN interfaces.

37. The machine tool according to claim 24, characterized in that, The communication interface (73) is wireless.

38. The machine tool according to claim 37, characterized in that, The communication interface (73) is a Bluetooth interface and / or an NFC interface and / or a radio wave interface and / or a WLAN interface.

39. The machine tool according to claim 16, characterized in that, The attitude recognition device (GE) includes at least one accelerometer and / or gyroscope sensor.

40. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tool machine is a handheld tool machine.

41. The machine tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The machine tool is a semi-fixed machine tool.

42. A method for parameterizing a tool machine, wherein, The machine tool (10) has a tool housing (19) for accommodating a working tool (AW), a drive motor (16) for driving the tool housing (19), and at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2), wherein the machine tool (10) has a control mechanism (20) for controlling the at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) according to at least one control function (AF1-AF4), wherein the at least one electrical functional unit (FE1, FE2) is designed to perform an output function depending on the control via the at least one control function (AF1-AF4), and wherein the machine tool (10) has at least one operating element (33) that can be adjusted by the operator of the machine tool (10) between a first operating element position and at least one second operating element position for controlling the control mechanism (20), characterized in that, - Set at least one assignment parameter (ZP1, ZP2) to assign the at least one operating element (33) and the position of the first operating element and / or the position of the at least one second operating element to the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) via the parameterization interface (28) of the machine tool (10), and - The at least one electrical function unit (FE1, FE2) is operated according to the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) when the at least one operating element (33) is adjusted to the first operating element position or the at least one second operating element position. Among them, at least one ergonomic feature of the at least one operating element (33) can be set or parameterized according to the at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2), and as at least one ergonomic feature, the at least one control function (AF1-AF4) can be assigned to the operating element that is easily accessible to the operator of the tool machine according to the at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2). The at least one control function (AF1-AF4) includes a first control function (AF1) and a second control function (AF2). The at least one assigned parameter (ZP1, ZP2) can be parameterized through the parameterization interface (28) to assign the first operating element position (B331) to the first control function (AF1) and the second operating element position (B332) to the second control function (AF2), or to assign the first operating element position (B331) to the second control function (AF2) and the second operating element position (B332) to the first control function (AF1).

43. A computer program product for performing the method according to claim 42, wherein, The computer program product includes program code that, when implemented by the processor of the machine tool (10), performs the steps of the method according to claim 42.

44. The method according to claim 42, characterized in that, The tool machine is a handheld tool machine.

45. The method according to claim 42, characterized in that, The machine tool is a semi-fixed machine tool.

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