Circuit Substrate Operation Apparatus Head Exchange Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing circuit-substrate-related-operation performing apparatuses have limited utility due to the fixed positioning of image taking devices, which restricts the movement range and versatility, especially when both work and detection heads need to operate within the same area.
Innovation Solution
A circuit-substrate-related-operation performing apparatus is designed with a head holding device that can automatically exchange both work and detection heads, allowing them to be held at the same position, thereby eliminating the need for additional movement range and enabling compact structure while maintaining operational flexibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the image taking device is fixed to the head holding device, then the detection function is integrated with the work head, but the movement range is restricted and versatility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the head into separate functional modules: a work head for mounting operations and a detection head for image taking. These segmented heads can be independently selected and attached to the head holding device, allowing the detection function to be separated from the work function and enabling greater versatility without increasing overall device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The head holding device is designed with universal compatibility to hold both work heads and detection heads at the same position. This multi-functional capability allows a single device to perform both mounting operations and detection functions, enhancing versatility while maintaining a compact structure
2Adaptability or versatility
If only one detection device is moved with the head holding device, then the structure is simple, but the detection coverage and operational flexibility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the detection function into a separate detection head that can be independently attached to the head holding device. This allows the detection head to be positioned at the same location as the work head, expanding the detection coverage and operational flexibility without requiring additional movement range for a separate detection device
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables the detection head to operate in the same spatial dimension as the work head by attaching it to the head holding device at the same position. This dimensional integration allows both functions to share the same movement range, effectively doubling the operational flexibility within the existing movement constraints
3Adaptability or versatility
If the detection head is attached at a different position, then the detection function can be separated from work function, but additional movement range is required
Solution Approach 1:
The head holding device is designed with universal compatibility to hold both work heads and detection heads at the same position. This multi-functional capability allows the detection head to be positioned at the same location as the work head, enhancing versatility while maintaining a compact structure without requiring additional movement range
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AI summary
A circuit-substrate-related-operation performing apparatus for performing a circuit-substrate-related operation which is an operation on a circuit substrate, including: a plurality of heads including at least one work head and at least one detection head; a head holding device configured to hold, at a holding portion thereof, one of the plurality of heads; a moving device configured to move the head holding device; a head stock device in which the plurality of heads are stocked; and a controller configured to control the circuit-substrate-related-operation performing apparatus, wherein the controller includes a head attachment control portion configured to control the moving device and the head holding device such that the head holding device is moved to a set position which is set with respect to the head stock device and such that an arbitrary one of the plurality of heads is held by the head holding device.