Adjustable Grip Binding Machine Reducing Wiring Complexity

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing binding machines require complex internal wiring and length adjustments, leading to reduced electrical efficiency and increased operational burdens due to the need for telescopic parts and potential wiring malfunctions during assembly and use.

Innovation Solution

A binding machine design that allows for adjustable grip positions without extending the connecting part, using grips that can be positioned along the axis of the twisting shaft to accommodate operators of varying heights and situations, thereby simplifying length adjustments and reducing wiring complications.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a telescopic part is used to adjust the length from the guide part to the handle, then the handle position can be adjusted for operators of different heights, but the internal wiring becomes complicated and electrical efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadjustability of handle positionVSAvoidcomplexity of internal wiring
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The invention divides the adjusting mechanism into two independent segments: the connecting part length remains fixed to maintain simple wiring, while the grip position on the handle is segmented into multiple adjustable positions. This allows handle position adjustment without extending the connecting part, thus avoiding wiring complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

Instead of adjusting the length of the connecting part (one-dimensional adjustment), the invention shifts the adjustment to the grip position along the handle (another dimension). The grip can be positioned at different locations on the handle body, providing adaptability without changing the connecting part length.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Adaptability or versatility

If the connecting part length is extended to adjust the entire length of the binding machine, then the machine can accommodate different operator heights, but the electrical efficiency is lowered due to extended electric wire length

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadjustability of entire machine lengthVSAvoidelectrical efficiency loss
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The invention separates the adjustment function from the connecting part and assigns it to the grip position on the handle. This segmentation ensures that the connecting part length remains constant, preventing electrical efficiency loss, while the grip position provides the necessary adjustability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The invention creates multiple grip positions on the handle as alternative options, allowing operators to choose the most comfortable position without physically extending the machine. This is similar to having multiple copies of the grip at different locations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

3Adaptability or versatility

If the connecting part is detached and reassembled to adjust the entire length, then the machine can be adapted to different situations, but the operation becomes troublesome and wiring malfunctions may occur

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadjustability of machine configurationVSAvoidease of adjustment operation
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The invention makes the grip position dynamic and adjustable without requiring detachment of the connecting part. The grip can be easily repositioned along the handle while the connecting part remains firmly connected, ensuring both adaptability and operational ease.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention extracts the adjustment function from the connecting part assembly/detachment process and relocates it to the grip position on the handle. This extraction eliminates the need for troublesome reassembly operations and potential wiring malfunctions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

4Device complexity

If the grip position is fixed, then the machine structure is simple, but operators must lean forward causing high burden on the waist

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesimplicity of machine structureVSAvoidoperator comfort
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The invention introduces dynamic adjustability to the grip position on the handle, allowing operators to choose positions that maintain a comfortable posture. This dynamic feature improves operator comfort while maintaining relatively simple machine structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The invention changes the parameter of grip position from fixed to variable, allowing operators to adjust the position according to their height and comfort needs. This parameter change improves ease of operation without significantly complicating the machine structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS11878823B2Binding machine
Publication Date: 2024.01.23 MAX CO LTD
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AI summary

A rebar binding machine comprises a curl guide that causes a wire to curl, a torsion part including a torsion shaft for twisting the curled wire, and a pair of grips that can be grasped by an operator. The grips are provided to the two axial sides of the torsion shaft as viewed from the operator side when the operator grasps the grips to perform an operation, and it is possible to change the height of the grips in the axial direction of the torsion shaft.