Bar Conveying Device with Adjustable Claw Clamping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bar conveying facilities in the spin casting field are complex, costly to maintain, lack adaptability for different bar diameters, and result in low production efficiency and high risk of industrial accidents due to unstable clamping, failing to meet production requirements.
Innovation Solution
A mechanical bar conveying device comprising a horizontal travel limiting device, vertical axis servo reducer, claw clamping mechanism, and programmable logic controller for automatic operation, allowing for precise positioning and movement of bars with triaxial servomotors, enabling safe and stable clamping and conveying of various bar specifications without manual intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If existing bar conveying facilities are used, then bar conveying is automated, but the design is complex and maintenance cost is high
Solution Approach 1:
The conveying facility is divided into independent modular units: towing mechanism module, clamping mechanism module, positioning mechanism module, and control module. Each module can be independently manufactured, maintained, and replaced, significantly reducing overall system complexity and maintenance costs while maintaining full automation capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping mechanism is designed with adjustable clamping arms and interchangeable clamping fixtures that can accommodate different bar diameters and shapes. The same basic mechanism structure serves multiple bar specifications, reducing the need for multiple specialized devices and simplifying the overall system design.
2Extent of automation
If existing conveying facilities are used, then automation is provided, but adaptability for different bar diameters is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping mechanism incorporates adjustable clamping arms with variable lengths and angles, allowing dynamic adaptation to different bar diameters. The positioning mechanism features adjustable positioning blocks that can be repositioned along the towing chain to accommodate various bar sizes, enabling the same automated system to handle multiple specifications effectively.
Solution Approach 2:
The system allows changing of key parameters including clamping force, clamping arm angle, positioning block position, and towing speed to optimize performance for different bar diameters and weights. These parameter adjustments enable the automated conveying facility to adapt to various bar specifications without requiring complete system redesign.
3Extent of automation
If existing conveying facilities are used, then some automation is provided, but clamping stability is poor causing high risk of industrial accidents
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping mechanism is equipped with cushioning elements and shock-absorbing features that prevent excessive clamping force and sudden movements. The positioning mechanism includes limit switches and sensors that detect bar position before clamping occurs, ensuring proper alignment and preventing unstable clamping conditions that could lead to accidents.
Solution Approach 2:
The control module incorporates sensors and detectors that continuously monitor bar position, clamping force, and towing speed. This feedback information is used to dynamically adjust clamping pressure and towing parameters to maintain stable clamping conditions, preventing accidents caused by unstable clamping while preserving automation benefits.
4Extent of automation
If existing conveying facilities are used, then automation is provided, but production efficiency is low and does not meet production requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The towing mechanism operates continuously with multiple towing chains working in parallel, eliminating idle time between bar conveyances. The clamping and positioning mechanisms are designed for rapid operation with minimal cycle time, ensuring continuous productive action. The automated control system coordinates all operations to maintain continuous flow without interruptions, significantly boosting production efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning mechanism pre-positions bars in optimal locations before clamping occurs, and the control system pre-adjusts clamping parameters based on detected bar specifications. This preliminary preparation eliminates delays during the conveying process and ensures immediate productive action upon clamping, maximizing production efficiency while maintaining full automation.
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
The device achieves high efficiency, reduces manual labor, minimizes industrial accidents, and simplifies maintenance by automating the conveying process, ensuring stable operation and adaptability for different bar sizes, thus enhancing production efficiency and safety.
Implementation Method 1
consisting of three ball screw rods positioned vertically and in parallel to one another
Implementation Method 2
a rack and a mechanical claw at the bottom; it automatically calculates the pick-up position and travel speed
Data Source
AI summary
The invention provides a mechanical bar conveying device consisting of a horizontal travel limiting device (1), a vertical axis servo reducer (2), a vertical descent depth detector (3), a vertical axis travelling mechanism (4), a horizontal axis servo reducer (5), a horizontal drive gear (6), a horizontal tow chain (7), a horizontal moving mechanism (8), a manipulator torque detector (9), a safety detection mechanism (10), a main frame (11), a horizontal frame (12), a vertical movement mechanism (16), a tow chain bracket (17), a tow chain (18), a vertical rack-and-pinion mechanism (19), a horizontal linear guide track (20), a vertical beam (21), a claw clamping mechanism (22), a claw ball screw (23), a manipulator servo reducer (24), a manipulator depth detector (25), and a claw and travel limiting combined mechanism (26). The device realizes automatic conveying of bars, and avoids the problems of manual conveying process, such as high environmental temperature, large intensity, low work efficiency and high risk of industrial accidents.