Bridge Processing Machine Head with Integrated Gripping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bridge processing machines are complex, bulky, and prone to wear and faults due to the need for multiple independent moving members for gripping and processing, leading to slow operations and frequent positioning issues.
Innovation Solution
A head for a bridge processing machine is designed with integrated gripping means that rotate between operating and non-operative positions, allowing a single moving member to control both the tool and gripping means, reducing complexity and wear.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent moving members are used for gripping and processing, then the machine can perform both functions, but the machine becomes complex, bulky, and prone to wear and faults
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the gripping means and tool holder assembly into a single integrated head structure that rotates as one unit. The gripping means are mounted on the same rotating terminal as the tool holder, allowing both functions to be performed by a single moving member rather than requiring separate independent moving members for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotating terminal of the head serves multiple functions: it holds both the gripping means and the tool holder assembly, and its rotation enables both gripping operations and processing operations. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate dedicated moving members for each operation type.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent moving members are used for gripping and processing, then both functions can be performed, but the machine is more bulky and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the gripping means and tool holder assembly into a single integrated head structure that rotates as one unit. The gripping means are mounted on the same rotating terminal as the tool holder, allowing both functions to be performed by a single moving member rather than requiring separate independent moving members for each function.
3Device complexity
If gripping means are integrated with tool holder assembly and made rotatable, then a single moving member can control both, but the movement and processing operations become slow due to positioning time
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a dynamically adjustable positioning system with sensors and actuators that can quickly and accurately position the rotating terminal at required locations. This dynamic positioning capability reduces the time penalty associated with rotation and maintains high operation speed despite the integrated design.
4Adaptability or versatility
If the terminal is repeatedly moved with respect to the support portion for switching operating modes, then gripping and processing can be switched, but the duration and integrity of the terminal are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a dynamically adjustable positioning system with sensors and actuators that can quickly and accurately position the rotating terminal at required locations. This dynamic positioning capability reduces the time penalty associated with rotation and maintains high operation speed despite the integrated design.
Data Source
AI summary
A head for a bridge processing machine includes a support having a frame loosely connected to a bridge and a shaft extending along a rotation axis and rotatable relative to the frame around the axis, a tool holder assembly supporting a tool to allow processing of an object by the tool and including first constraint means to integrally constrain the tool holder assembly and the shaft, gripping means including a base portion, a gripping device movable relative to the base portion, to define an operating position wherein it engages an object, and an inoperative position, and second constraint means to constrain idly the base portion and the shaft, wherein the gripping means and the tool holder assembly include interface means for blocking reciprocal rotation between the tool holder assembly and the base portion so that the tool holder assembly may drag the gripping means when rotated around the rotation axis.