Cable Pushing Device Using Rotary Wheel Assemblies
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Solution Overview
Problem
Cable pushing is a physically demanding and potentially hazardous task that requires specialized machinery, which is often bulky, limited in functionality, and requires significant physical or electrical input, and is not easily adaptable to cables and pipes of varying sizes.
Innovation Solution
A cable pushing device that utilizes a frame with wheel assemblies and a cable guide system to minimize manual labor by applying rotary force, accommodating cables and pipes of varying sizes, and features enhanced safety measures to protect the user.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If specialized machinery is used for cable pushing, then cable pushing can be performed, but the device takes up more space than necessary and requires significant physical or electrical power
Solution Approach 1:
The device is divided into separate functional modules: a frame structure, wheel assemblies for cable engagement, and a crank mechanism for power input. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and the overall device to be more compact while maintaining cable pushing functionality
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex electrical or hydraulic cable pushing machines with a simple mechanical crank-and-wheel system. The crank mechanism converts rotational human input into linear cable pushing force through the wheel assemblies, eliminating the need for bulky electrical motors or power supplies
2Reliability
If specialized machinery is used for cable pushing, then cable pushing can be performed, but it requires significant physical or electrical power input
Solution Approach 1:
The wheel assemblies are designed to dynamically adapt to different cable sizes and pipe configurations. The wheels can be adjusted or selected based on cable diameter, allowing the system to maintain efficient mechanical advantage across varying loads without requiring excessive power input for each specific configuration
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces energy-intensive electrical or hydraulic systems with a manual crank mechanism that uses human mechanical power. This substitution eliminates the need for electrical power sources, motors, and associated control systems, significantly reducing overall energy requirements
3Reliability
If specialized machinery is used for cable pushing, then cable pushing can be performed, but the machine is limited in functionality and cannot accommodate cables and pipes of varying sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The device incorporates adjustable wheel assemblies that can accommodate different cable diameters and pipe configurations. The frame structure allows for adjustments in wheel position and orientation, enabling the same device to handle various cable sizes and pipe types without requiring multiple specialized machines
Solution Approach 2:
The wheel assemblies are designed with dynamic adjustment capabilities, allowing users to modify wheel spacing, orientation, and engagement points based on the specific cable and pipe combination being worked on, providing versatility across different application scenarios
4Productivity
If traditional cable pushing methods are used, then cable can be pushed through pipe, but the task is physically demanding and potentially hazardous
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces direct manual cable pushing with an indirect mechanical system using a crank mechanism and wheel assemblies. The crank converts rotational motion into linear pushing force, providing mechanical advantage that reduces the physical effort required compared to direct pushing methods
Solution Approach 2:
The wheel assemblies act as intermediaries between the user's manual input and the cable being pushed. Rather than directly gripping and pushing the cable, the user operates the crank which drives the wheels, which in turn push the cable, providing better force multiplication and reduced physical strain
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device reduces physical effort required for cable pushing, accommodates a wide range of cable and pipe sizes, and enhances user safety by minimizing manual handling and providing protection against cable snapping or electrical hazards.
Implementation Method 1
The present invention utilizes rotary force to push a cable through a pipe
Implementation Method 2
The first wheel assembly and the second wheel assembly press upon the cable and push the cable in unison into the pipe
Data Source
AI summary
A cable pushing device is an apparatus that efficiently pushes a cable into a pipe with minimal effort. The cable pushing device includes a frame, a first wheel assembly, a second wheel assembly, and a cable guide system. The frame upholds the first wheel assembly, the second wheel assembly, and the cable guide system. The first wheel assembly and the second wheel assembly press against the cable and push the cable into the pipe. The cable guide system positions both the cable and the pipe onto the frame and between the first wheel assembly and the second wheel assembly. The first wheel assembly and the second wheel assembly are aligned with each other such that as the second wheel assembly is rotated by a user, the first wheel assembly applies press onto the cable, opposite the second wheel assembly, and consequently pushes the cable into the pipe.