Adhesive Dispensing Device with Alignment Element

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Solution Overview

Problem

Manual peeling and alignment of adhesive elements with protective layers are time-consuming and cause finger fatigue and eye strain in industrial settings, necessitating an efficient and precise dispensing system.

Innovation Solution

A device comprising holders and an alignment element that automatically peels off the protective layer and aligns adhesive elements on a predetermined position, using guides like pins or needles to ensure precise alignment and reduce manual effort.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If manual peeling and alignment of adhesive elements is performed, then the protective layer can be removed and adhesive elements can be positioned, but the process is time-consuming and causes finger fatigue and eye strain

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveEase of operationVSAvoidTime consumption

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The device enables self-service operation where the adhesive element automatically peels off its own protective layer through a controlled mechanism, and the alignment system automatically positions it on the coupling element, eliminating the need for manual peeling and alignment operations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical operations with an automated mechanical system comprising holders, peeling mechanisms, and alignment elements that perform the peeling and positioning functions mechanically without human intervention

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Productivity

If manual peeling and alignment operations are performed repeatedly, then adhesive elements can be applied, but finger fatigue and eye strain occur

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveProductivityVSAvoidFinger fatigue and eye strain

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs self-service by automatically executing the peeling and alignment operations through its mechanical components, eliminating repetitive manual actions that cause physical fatigue and eye strain in workers

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

Manual mechanical operations are replaced with an automated mechanical system that handles the repetitive peeling and positioning tasks, removing the harmful physical effects on operators while maintaining high productivity

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Extent of automation

If automatic dispensing system is implemented, then manual effort is reduced, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveExtent of automationVSAvoidDevice complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Extent of automationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The automated dispensing system is segmented into distinct functional modules: a first holder for the adhesive element, a second holder for the protective layer, and separate alignment elements, allowing independent operation and simplifying the overall system architecture

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Alignment elements serve as intermediaries between the adhesive element and the coupling element, facilitating precise positioning without requiring complex control systems or advanced automation technologies

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS10538072B2Devices and methods for dispensing adhesive elements

Publication Date: 2020.01.21 GULFSTREAM AEROSPACE CORP

AI summary

A device, a system and a method for dispensing adhesive elements are provided. The device comprising a first holder, a second holder, and an alignment element. The first holder is configured to rotatably hold a film having adhesive elements and a protective layer attached on adhesive areas of the adhesive elements. The second holder is configured to receive the protective layer as the protective layer is peeled off the adhesive areas of the adhesive elements while the adhesive elements are moved towards an alignment element. The alignment element is arranged in a direction of movement of the adhesive elements and configured to receive and align the adhesive elements at a predetermined position on the alignment element.