Bottle Support Clutch for Capping Machine Precision
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional bottle supports in capping machines rely on passive rotation, making them unreliable for precise and controlled movement during the capping process.
Innovation Solution
A bottle support with a clutch control movement mechanism, comprising a support member, first gear, housing, turntable, bearing, and clutch, allowing for both vertical and rotational movements with clutch engagement and disengagement for controlled bottle placement and removal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a passive rotation mechanism is used for bottle support, then the construction is simple, but the reliability is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static passive rotation system into a dynamic controlled system by introducing a clutch mechanism that can engage and disengage based on operational requirements. The support member can now be actively driven vertically through gear engagement while maintaining rotational capability, making the system adaptive and reliable for precise bottle positioning during capping operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The clutch mechanism serves as an intermediary component between the drive system and the support member. It mediates the power transmission by selectively engaging the gear teeth with the support member, enabling controlled vertical movement while maintaining the simple rotational framework. This intermediary element bridges the gap between simplicity and reliability.
2Reliability
If a clutch control mechanism is added to the bottle support, then the reliability and precision are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the clutch mechanism with the existing gear and support member structure. The clutch is integrated directly into the gear assembly, sharing common components like the support member sleeve and drive shaft. This merging approach adds control functionality while minimizing the increase in overall device complexity by reusing existing structural elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The support member is designed with multi-functionality: it can rotate passively on the turntable, be actively driven vertically through gear engagement, and maintain bottles during operations. The clutch mechanism enables the support member to perform multiple functions within a unified structure, reducing the need for separate components and thereby limiting complexity increase.
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 clutch control mechanism enhances the reliability and precision of bottle handling, ensuring consistent and efficient capping operations while maintaining a simple and compact design.
Implementation Method 1
The clutch provides a connecting surface between the sleeve portion of the bottle support and the sleeve portion of the first gear
Implementation Method 2
The first gear is connected to the housing through the bearing
Data Source
AI summary
A bottle support with clutch includes a tray (1), a small gear (2), a shell (3) and a rotary table (5). The shaft sleeve of the small gear (2) is connected with the shell (3) through a bearing (7). The shell (3) is connected with the rotary table (5). The shaft sleeve of the tray (1) is sleeved in the shaft sleeve of the small gear (2), and a clutch (8) is provided between the shaft sleeve of the tray (1) and the shaft sleeve of the small gear (2). The bottle support of the invention has a simple structure, and works in a reliable manner. The revolution and rotation of the tray (1) are completely consistent with that of the capping head during working, thus improving cover rolling quality.