Cutting Blade Mount Alignment Using Vibration Contact Sensing

The patent replaces the manual visual and tactile alignment method with an automated vibration detection system. The vibration detecting sensor automatically detects vibrations generated when the holder contacts the mount at multiple points, and the controller calculates the center position based on these vibration signals, eliminating the need for operator intervention and significantly reducing alignment time while maintaining precision.

The system enables self-alignment by allowing the holder to automatically contact the mount at multiple points during the positioning process. The vibration detection and center calculation are performed autonomously by the sensor and controller, making the alignment process self-service without requiring manual visual or tactile determination by the operator.

The vibration detecting sensor serves multiple functions: it detects vibrations during the alignment process, identifies contact points between the holder and mount, and provides data for center position calculation. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate sensors for each measurement task, thereby minimizing the increase in system complexity while achieving high alignment efficiency.

The patent uses vibrations as an intermediary physical phenomenon to transmit information about contact between the holder and mount. Instead of requiring direct visual or tactile measurement, the vibration signals act as a mediator that carries positional information to the sensor, enabling automated detection and simplifying the overall system architecture despite the added automation capabilities.