Cable Radial Cutting System for Reaction Force Cone Processing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing cutting equipment is unable to process reaction force cones of varying sizes, which is a requirement for high-voltage direct current power transmission systems where cables need to be spliced together for ultra-long-distance transmission.

Innovation Solution

A cable radial cutting system utilizing a planetary gear set, driven by first and second driving pieces, allows the cutting tool to rotate and move radially, enabling the processing of reaction force cones with different sizes by adjusting the feed depth and rotational speed.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If fixed-size cutting equipment is used, then the structure is simple, but the adaptability to process different sizes of reaction force cones is poor

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing capability for different sizesVSAvoidcutting system structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The cutting system employs a planetary gear set that enables dynamic adjustment of the cutting tool's rotational speed and radial feed depth. The planetary gear mechanism allows the cutting tool to rotate while simultaneously moving radially inward, with both parameters being adjustable to accommodate different reaction force cone sizes. This dynamic capability transforms a previously fixed-size cutting system into one that can adapt to various dimensions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The cutting system is designed with multi-functionality to process reaction force cones of different sizes through a single apparatus. The planetary gear set serves multiple functions: it provides rotational motion to the cutting tool, enables radial feed movement, and allows adjustment of both rotational speed and feed depth. This universal design eliminates the need for multiple specialized cutting devices for different cone sizes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Manufacturing precision

If adjustable cutting parameters are implemented, then the processing precision for different sizes is improved, but the control system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecutting precisionVSAvoidcontrol system
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The planetary gear set inherently provides dynamic control capabilities through its mechanical structure. The rotational speed adjustment is achieved by varying the input speed to the planetary gear, while the radial feed depth is controlled by adjusting the engagement position or feed rate mechanism. These dynamic adjustments enable precise cutting for different reaction force cone sizes without requiring complex electronic control systems, as the precision is achieved through mechanical means.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS11476648B2Cable radial cutting system and reaction force cone processing apparatus with cable radial cutting system
Publication Date: 2022.10.18 STATE GRID ZHEJIANG ELECTRIC POWER CO LTD DOUBLE INNOVATION CENT
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to the field of cable processing apparatus and discloses a cable radial cutting system and a reaction force cone processing apparatus with the cable radial cutting system. The cable radial cutting system includes a cutting bracket, a planetary gear set, a first driving piece and a second driving piece which are mounted on the cutting bracket, and a cutting tool driven by the planetary gear set to rotate and move radially, where the first driving piece and the second driving piece jointly drive the planetary gear set to rotate.