Auxiliary Material Moving Assembly for Snow Plow-Blower
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing snow removal technologies, such as snow plows and snow blowers, face challenges in efficiently managing and removing snow, ice, and other materials, particularly in preventing clogging and jamming of equipment.
Innovation Solution
An auxiliary material moving assembly is provided, which includes at least one attachment arm and one material moving element. This assembly can be mounted on a snow plow-blower apparatus and operates independently or in conjunction with the machine to efficiently handle, remove, and manage snow, ice, and other materials.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If snow plows push snow to the side, then snow is removed from the surface, but snowbanks build up causing dangerous conditions and visibility issues
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines a plow blade and a blower assembly into a single integrated snow removal system. The plow blade pushes snow toward the center while the blower simultaneously directs snow away from the vehicle, preventing snowbank accumulation at the sides while maintaining efficient snow removal from the road surface.
Solution Approach 2:
The snow removal function is divided into two separate mechanisms: a plow blade for pushing snow and a blower assembly for directing snow. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally, with the plow handling initial snow displacement and the blower managing snow distribution to prevent bank formation.
2Productivity
If snow blowers throw snow to another location, then snow is removed from the surface, but equipment clogging and jamming occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The plow blade performs preliminary snow displacement by pushing snow toward the center of the vehicle before the blower engages. This preliminary action prepares the snow in a more manageable position, reducing the likelihood of clogging in the blower intake and improving overall system reliability during snow throwing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The plow blade acts as an intermediary between the snow accumulation on the road and the blower assembly. It pre-processes the snow by pushing it into a controlled position, serving as a mediator that prevents direct contact between large snow accumulations and the blower mechanism, thereby reducing clogging risks.
3Device complexity
If a single snow removal device is used, then device complexity is reduced, but functionality to handle different snow conditions is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated system provides multi-functionality by combining plowing and blowing capabilities in a single device. The plow blade handles initial snow displacement while the blower assembly manages snow direction and distribution, allowing the system to adapt to various snow conditions and removal requirements without requiring separate dedicated equipment.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The auxiliary material moving assembly enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of snow removal operations by providing additional functionality to handle and manage snow and ice, reducing the risk of clogging and jamming, and improving overall material management.
Implementation Method 1
an auxiliary material moving mechanical assembly having an external material moving element mountable on a snow plow-blower, ice removing machine, or other material moving apparatus
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AI summary
An auxiliary material moving assembly operates in conjunction, independently and/or concomitantly with a material moving machine for proficient handling, removal, and management of material such as snow, ice, and/or other materials. The auxiliary material moving assembly is configured to be mounted on a material moving machine. The auxiliary material moving assembly comprises at least one attachment arm, preferably at least two foldable or rotatable attachment arms, and at least one material moving element. The material moving machine includes a snowplow, snow plow-blower, or other material moving machine. Preferably, the auxiliary material moving element comprises one or more snow cutter, snow beater, screw-like auger, auger, ribbon-cutter, rotary fan, impeller, rotary (sweeping) broom, blower, scraper, paddle or other mechanical device that permits handling, removal and management of snow, ice and/or other materials.