Cable Tool And Stop Positioning for Precise Crimp Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable processing devices often result in significant waste due to operator errors, as they lack precise control over tool positioning, leading to suboptimal crimping and stripping processes.
Innovation Solution
A cable processing device with automatic vertical adjustment for tool mounting and cable stops, driven by positioning means connected to a control system that exchanges control data, allowing for independent and reproducible positioning, thereby improving the quality and throughput of cable end products.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual positioning of tool mounting and cable stops is used, then device complexity is reduced, but manufacturing precision and reliability deteriorate due to operator errors
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-positioning through automated control. The control means automatically adjusts the tool mounting and cable stops to correct positions based on sensor feedback, eliminating the need for manual operator intervention and ensuring consistent precision without adding complex manual adjustment mechanisms
Solution Approach 2:
Manual mechanical positioning is replaced with an automated control system that uses sensors and actuators. The control means electronically manages the positioning of tool mounting and cable stops, substituting human-operated mechanical adjustment with an automated electromechanical system that improves precision while maintaining manageable complexity
2Productivity
If automated positioning is implemented, then productivity increases, but device complexity increases due to additional positioning drives and control systems
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning system is segmented into independent modular units. Each positioning drive (first positioning drive for tool mounting, second positioning drive for cable stops) operates independently under control of the control means, allowing automated high-speed positioning while keeping each module relatively simple and manageable
Solution Approach 2:
The control means serves multiple functions: it controls both the first positioning drive for tool mounting and the second positioning drive for cable stops, as well as coordinating the crimping process. This multi-functionality consolidates control logic into a single system, improving productivity without proportionally increasing overall system complexity
3Manufacturing precision
If independent vertical positioning of tool mounting and cable stops is enabled, then manufacturing precision improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning system is divided into independent vertical positioning mechanisms: the first positioning drive controls tool mounting position while the second positioning drive controls cable stop position. This segmentation allows each subsystem to be optimized for its specific function, achieving high alignment precision through coordinated independent control without creating an overly complex monolithic system
Data Source
AI summary
A cable processing device (20) for processing a cable (15), which comprises a first positioning mechanism (30) comprising a first positioning drive (35) for vertically positioning a tool mounting (22) relative to the cable conveying direction (F) of a cable conveying mechanism (100), and a control mechanism (50), which is connected to the first positioning drive (35) for exchanging first control data. A second positioning mechanism (40), comprising a second positioning drive (45) for at least vertically positioning a first cable stop (25) relative to the cable conveying direction (F) of the cable conveying mechanism (100), is also present. The second positioning drive (45) is connected to the control mechanism (50) for exchanging second control data. The invention also relates to computer-implemented methods, a computer program product, as well as a computer readable storage medium.