Adhesive Holding Element for Precise Residue-Free Guide Fixing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for securing machine tools or workpieces are inadequate for precise machining, often damaging the workpiece and requiring complex or difficult installation processes.
Innovation Solution
A holding element with adhesive means and fastening means, including formfitting contours, allows for a releasable and residue-free attachment to a work surface, enabling easy replacement and precise positioning of machine tools or workpieces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the guide rail is screwed or nailed to the workpiece surface, then the guide rail achieves firm fixation, but the workpiece is damaged and the installation becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical fastening system (screws, nails) with an adhesive bonding system. The holding element incorporates an adhesive means that chemically bonds to the workpiece surface, achieving firm fixation without mechanical penetration. This substitution eliminates the harmful effects of screws and nails on the workpiece while maintaining stable attachment of the guide rail.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the bonding mechanism from mechanical (physical interlocking through screws/nails) to chemical (adhesive bonding). This parameter change in the fastening method allows the guide rail to achieve firm fixation through adhesive strength rather than mechanical force, thereby preventing workpiece damage while ensuring stable attachment.
2Ease of operation
If frictional components are used to hold the guide rail, then the installation is simple, but the fixation is insufficient for precise machining
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges two functions into a single holding element: the adhesive means provides simple installation through adhesive bonding, while the formfitting contour ensures precise positioning by matching the geometry of the holding element receptacle. This combination maintains ease of installation while achieving the positioning accuracy required for precise machining.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding element acts as an intermediary component between the guide rail and the workpiece surface. It provides adhesive bonding for simple installation while its formfitting contour serves as a positioning mediator that ensures accurate alignment and placement, thereby achieving both ease of operation and manufacturing precision.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If the holding element uses adhesive bonding, then the workpiece is protected from damage, but the adhesive may leave residues on the surface
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by designing the adhesive means with specific properties: it provides strong bonding to prevent workpiece damage, but is formulated to be removable without leaving residues. The adhesive is applied locally at the bonding interface between the holding element and workpiece surface, ensuring protection while avoiding harmful residue effects through careful material selection and application control.
4Stability of the object's composition
If the holding element is permanently fixed, then the attachment is secure, but replacement of worn elements becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces dynamics by making the attachment system reversible. The adhesive bonding provides secure attachment during use (stable state), but allows for controlled removal and replacement when needed (transient state). This dynamic capability enables the holding element to maintain secure attachment while facilitating easy replacement of worn elements, contrasting with permanent mechanical fastening methods.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure, damage-free attachment and precise positioning of machine tools or workpieces, facilitating easy replacement of worn elements and supporting various surfaces without leaving residues.
Implementation Method 1
the holding element includes an adhesive means for adhesion on the work surface
Data Source
AI summary
A holding element (60) for a device for supporting and/or guiding a machine tool (20) or a workpiece (W), wherein the device includes a contact body (40) having a contact surface (42) for contact on a work surface (H) of a workpiece (W) or a wall. It is provided that the holding element (60) includes an adhesive means (70) for adhesion to the work surface (H) and a fastening means for a releasable hold on the contact body (40), wherein the fastening means includes at least one formfitting contour (90) for formfitting hold on a holding element receptacle (55) of the contact body (40).