Adjustable Stapler Mechanism for Flexible Binding Positions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sheet post-processing apparatuses have a manual stapling function that is inconvenient due to fixed binding positions and angles, limiting flexibility in post-processing operations.
Innovation Solution
A sheet processing apparatus equipped with a moving mechanism to adjust the stapler's position and a rotating mechanism to adjust the binding angle, allowing for user-input specified binding positions and angles, enabling flexible binding configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a manual stapling function with fixed binding position is used, then the device structure is simple, but the adaptability and ease of operation are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The stapler is equipped with a moving mechanism that allows it to dynamically adjust its binding position along the sheet width direction, transitioning from a fixed position to an adjustable position. This enables the stapler to adapt to different binding position requirements while maintaining a relatively simple overall device structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The stapler positioning system is segmented into independent components: a moving mechanism for position adjustment, a rotating mechanism for angle adjustment, and a control unit. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function with minimal complexity, achieving overall adaptability through coordinated operation of simple modules.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed binding angle is used, then the device structure is simple, but the adaptability for different binding scenarios is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The stapler incorporates a rotating mechanism that enables dynamic adjustment of the binding angle relative to the sheet. This allows the stapler to adapt to different binding angle requirements (e.g., perpendicular, angled bindings) while the rotation mechanism itself remains a simple, single-degree-of-freedom component.
3Ease of operation
If manual stapling is performed at a fixed position, then the operation is simple, but the convenience and ease of operation are reduced due to lack of flexibility
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit stores predetermined binding positions and angles in advance. When a user selects a binding configuration, the system automatically positions the stapler at the predetermined location and orientation, eliminating the need for manual adjustment and reducing operation time while maintaining ease of use.
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AI summary
A sheet processing apparatus includes a stapler, a translating actuator, a rotating actuator, and a controller. The stapler is configured to bind a plurality of sheets together. The translating actuator is configured to translate the stapler. The rotating actuator is coupled to the translating actuator and configured to rotate the stapler. The controller is configured to (a) receive an instruction input, (b) determine a target position and a target angle of the stapler based on the instruction input, (c) control the translating actuator to move the stapler to the target position, (d) control the rotating actuator to rotate the stapler to the target angle, and (e) control the stapler to bind the plurality of sheets together while the stapler is at the target position and the target angle.