Cable Processing Module Positioning for Precise Multi-Axis Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Cable processing machines face challenges in efficiently positioning complex cables due to limited space and complex drives, leading to angular deviations and vertical misalignments during multiple processing steps, particularly in coaxial cables, which are difficult to address with conventional height adjustment mechanisms or complex, expensive solutions.
Innovation Solution
A positioning device with first and second displacement devices allows the processing module to be moved transversely relative to the cable's longitudinal axis, enabling precise alignment of tools without requiring the cable to change its orientation, using linear guides, servomotors, and programmable control for accurate positioning along horizontal and vertical axes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the cable is pivoted to reach different processing positions, then multiple process steps can be performed, but angular deviation occurs and cable orientation is no longer optimal
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of pivoting the cable to reach different processing positions, the invention inverts the approach by moving the processing module itself along a circular arc path. This allows the cable to maintain its optimal longitudinal orientation while the processing tools are delivered to different positions around the cable, eliminating angular deviation problems.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention adds a new dimension of movement by allowing the processing module to travel along a circular arc path in addition to vertical movement. This circular arc movement enables access to multiple processing positions (front, side, rear) without compromising cable orientation, effectively using spatial dimensionality to resolve the positioning conflict.
2Adaptability or versatility
If different processing positions are arranged vertically, then multiple process steps can be performed, but complex vertical adjustment mechanisms are required
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces complex manual or programmable vertical adjustment mechanisms with a dynamic circular arc movement system. The processing module naturally follows a circular arc path during cable processing, allowing vertical position changes to occur as a byproduct of the circular motion rather than requiring separate adjustment mechanisms for each vertical position.
Solution Approach 2:
The circular arc movement mechanism serves multiple functions simultaneously: it delivers processing tools to different positions (front, side, rear), achieves vertical positioning, and maintains cable orientation. This single multi-functional mechanism replaces what would otherwise require separate vertical adjustment devices for each processing position.
3Device complexity
If the processing module is fixed, then structural simplicity is maintained, but cable positioning accuracy deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The invention transforms the fixed processing module into a dynamic system that moves along a circular arc path. This dynamic movement enables precise positioning at multiple locations (front, side, rear processing positions) while maintaining structural simplicity through the use of a guide mechanism that naturally constrains the module to the correct trajectory without requiring complex active control systems.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a positioning device (1) of a processing module of a cable processing machine for assembling a cable. The positioning device (1) comprises a first displacement device (10) for displacing the processing module relative to the cable to be processed along a first, in particular horizontal axis (x) transversely, preferably perpendicularly, to the longitudinal axis (L) of the cable to be processed and a second displacement device (20 ) for moving the processing module relative to the cable to be processed along a second, in particular vertical axis (z) transverse, preferably perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (L) of the cable to be processed and transverse, preferably perpendicular to the first axis (x). The invention also relates to a processing module and a cable processing machine with at least one such positioning device (1).