Automated Pin Joint Design System for High Load Reliability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for designing pin joints in machines are complex, time-consuming, and unreliable, often failing to consider multiple parameters, which can lead to failures under high load conditions.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method and system using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) to receive inputs for pin joint configuration, pin member design, and bearing member design parameters, calculating and comparing these to predefined parameters to generate an accurate output design, including a database for storing and retrieving design information.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional methods are used for designing pin joints, then the design process is simple, but the reliability is poor and failures occur under high load conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual conventional design methods with a computer-implemented automated design system. The system uses software to perform calculations, comparisons, and generate design outputs, substituting the mechanical/manual process with an automated computational system that considers multiple parameters simultaneously to improve reliability without proportionally increasing complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the approach by considering multiple design parameters simultaneously (material properties, geometric dimensions, load conditions, safety factors) rather than conventional single-parameter design. The system calculates and compares multiple parameters against predefined criteria to generate reliable pin joint designs, transforming the design process from simple to parameter-comprehensive
2Measurement precision
If conventional methods are used for designing pin joints, then the design process is fast, but the accuracy is insufficient and parameters are not adequately considered
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses automated computer-based calculations and comparisons to achieve precise design parameter determination. The system rapidly processes multiple parameters and generates accurate design outputs, replacing time-consuming manual calculations with efficient computational methods that maintain high precision
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses predefined design parameters, material properties, and safety factor criteria stored in the database before the actual design process. By having reference data and design criteria prepared in advance, the system can quickly compare calculated parameters against predefined standards to achieve accurate design results without time-consuming iterative manual analysis
3Reliability
If conventional methods are used for designing pin joints, then the process is straightforward, but the output is unreliable and component failures occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces straightforward but unreliable manual design methods with an automated computer-based system that systematically considers multiple parameters. The system performs calculations, comparisons, and generates design outputs automatically, improving reliability while maintaining ease of operation through user-friendly software interfaces
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms by comparing calculated design parameters against predefined parameters and safety criteria. The automated system provides feedback on whether design requirements are met, allowing for iterative refinement and ensuring reliable designs are generated while maintaining operational simplicity
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AI summary
A computer-implemented method for designing a pin joint having a bearing member and a pin member received within the bearing member is provided. The method includes receiving, via a Graphical User Interface (GUI), at least one input related to one or more pin joint configuration parameters. The method includes receiving, via the GUI, at least one input related to one or more pin member design parameters. The method includes receiving, via the GUI, at least one input related to one or more bearing member design parameters. The method includes calculating a set of design parameters of the pin joint based on the inputs related to the pin joint configuration parameters, the pin member design parameters, and the bearing member design parameters. The method includes generating an output design of the pin joint based on the comparison between the calculated set of design parameters with a set of predefined design parameters.