Battery Module Tape And Resin Removal With Multi-Axis Robot
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing process for removing tape and resin from battery modules requires two operators, leading to inefficiencies in production due to differing removal speeds and increased man-hours, resulting in higher costs.
Innovation Solution
An automatic removal system utilizing a multi-axis robot with a removal assembly, including a first and second removal device, transfer module, blowing module, and cleaning device, to automate the removal of tape and resin from battery modules, allowing for quick and reliable operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual removal process is used with two operators, then the tape and resin can be removed, but the production efficiency is low and labor costs are high
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses a blowing module to automatically separate the tape from the casing surface before removal, eliminating the need for manual peeling operations. The compressed air flow automatically performs the separation function that would otherwise require operator intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical removal operations with an automated system combining a blowing module (pneumatic separation) and a robot arm with removal device. This substitution eliminates human labor while maintaining effective tape and resin removal capability.
2Speed
If two operators perform tape and resin removal, then the removal can be completed, but the removal speed varies and man-hours increase
Solution Approach 1:
The robot arm performs tape and resin removal in a continuous automated sequence without the interruptions, coordination delays, or varying speeds associated with two human operators. The system maintains consistent removal speed throughout the process.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines tape removal and resin removal into a single integrated automated operation performed by one robot arm. This merging of functions that were previously performed by two separate operators eliminates coordination overhead and optimizes the overall removal speed.
3Ease of operation
If manual removal process is used, then the process can be performed, but efforts are required and labor costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The robot arm serves multiple functions: positioning, gripping the removal device, applying removal force, and moving between different removal locations. This multi-functionality consolidates what would require multiple specialized manual operations into a single automated system.
Solution Approach 2:
The blowing module acts as an intermediary that facilitates tape removal by pre-separating the tape from the casing surface using compressed air. This intermediary mechanism simplifies the subsequent mechanical removal process and reduces the effort required by the robot arm.
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 automatic system significantly increases operation speed, reduces man-hours, and lowers labor costs by enabling fast and accurate removal of tape and resin, enhancing adaptability and compatibility with various work environments.
Implementation Method 1
a blowing module including spray nozzles arranged to spray high-pressure air, and compressed air discharged from the spray nozzles causes a portion of the tape to be separated from a casing of the battery module and directed in a predetermined direction
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AI summary
An automatic removal system for automatically removing a tape and a resin exposed to the outside of a battery module includes a removal assembly including a removal device for removing the tape and the resin, and an automatic multi-axis robot coupled to the removal assembly and configured to drive to remove the tape and the resin of the battery module.