Adjustable crossbeam-based layering mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automatic goods shelf layering mechanisms are complex, affecting operation efficiency and space utilization due to their intricate adjustment processes and structures.
Innovation Solution
A layering movement mechanism with beams, lifting rails, movable support legs, and driving devices, allowing for flexible and rapid adjustment of layer heights through a simple and compact design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If an automatic goods shelf layering mechanism is used to fully utilize space and improve carrying capacity, then the space utilization rate and carrying capacity are improved, but the structure becomes complex and occupies large space
Solution Approach 1:
The layering mechanism is divided into independent movable support legs that can operate separately along lifting rails. Each support leg with its locking structure functions as an autonomous unit, allowing the system to achieve complex layering functionality through simple, modular components rather than a monolithic complex structure
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts the essential layering function from complex automatic mechanisms and implements it through a simplified system consisting of basic mechanical elements: lifting rails, movable support legs with locking structures, and driving devices. This removes unnecessary complexity while retaining the core functionality of automatic layering
2Adaptability or versatility
If an automatic goods shelf layering mechanism is used to adjust layer heights, then the adaptability for different goods sizes is improved, but the adjustment process becomes complex and affects operation efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The locking structure automatically engages with the lifting rail at predetermined positions without requiring complex control systems. The movable support leg self-locks at appropriate heights during its ascent, and the locking boss-snap-fit mechanism provides automatic positioning and securing, simplifying the adjustment operation to a simple drive-and-lock process
Solution Approach 2:
The locking structure transitions from a static design to a dynamic one where the locking boss can freely move during the ascent of the movable support leg and automatically snaps into the locking groove at the appropriate position. This dynamic locking mechanism enables automatic adaptation to different layer heights without complex control
3Adaptability or versatility
If fixed height layers are used in ordinary goods shelves, then the structure is simple and reliable, but large-sized goods cannot be placed and small-sized goods cannot fully occupy the layer, resulting in space waste
Solution Approach 1:
The lifting rails and movable support legs serve multiple functions: they provide structural support for the shelves, enable vertical movement for height adjustment, and incorporate locking mechanisms for position securing. This multi-functional design allows the same components to handle both structural and adjustment requirements, reducing overall system complexity while improving adaptability
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
Enhances storage efficiency by enabling convenient and automatic adjustment of layer heights, optimizing space utilization and reducing the complexity of operations.
Implementation Method 1
press block return torsion springs are arranged between the press blocks and the support leg bodies
Implementation Method 2
press block return torsion springs are arranged between the press blocks and the support leg bodies
Implementation Method 3
rising and falling control block return torsion springs are arranged between the rising and falling control blocks and the press blocks
Implementation Method 4
rising and falling control block return torsion springs are arranged between the rising and falling control blocks and the press blocks
Implementation Method 5
friction forces between the rising and falling control blocks and the lifting rails act on the free ends of the rising and falling control blocks
Implementation Method 6
Locking structures capable of locking the lifting rails are arranged on the movable support legs
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AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a layering movement mechanism having beams, includes the beams, lifting rails, movable support legs, and driving devices, where the movable support legs are in slide connection to the lifting rails and in transmission connection to the driving devices, the beams are connected to the movable support legs, and locking structures capable of locking the lifting rails are arranged on the movable support legs. When the layering movement mechanism having beams works, the driving devices drive the movable support legs to ascend and descend along the lifting rails. The locking structures are started after the movable support legs reach predetermined positions such that the movable support legs can reliably stop at the positions. Shelves and other bearing components can be supported by the beams, to synchronously move with the movable support legs, and form layers having required sizes after reaching expected positions on the lifting rails. According to the present disclosure, a layer height can be flexibly adjusted according to a specific requirement of storing and loading goods, and an adjustment is automatic, convenient and rapid. Moreover, efficiency of storing and loading goods can be greatly improved.