Adjustable Clamp-Block Table for Machining Round Articles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for machining round articles, such as v-blocks, fail to securely stabilize elongated round articles, leading to slippage and inaccurate leveling during machining processes.
Innovation Solution
A stabilization table with adjustable securing bolts and clamp blocks that allow for precise leveling and secure attachment of round articles, preventing movement during machining, and enabling adjustable orientation for optimal machining.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a v-block is used to stabilize a round article, then the article can be positioned for machining, but the article easily slips out or rolls
Solution Approach 1:
The stabilization table divides the support function into multiple independent clamp blocks (at least two) positioned at different locations along the article. Each clamp block independently secures a portion of the article, preventing slippage and rolling that occurs with a single v-block. The segmented approach distributes the stabilization function across multiple contact points.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from the traditional single-point v-block support to a multi-dimensional clamp block system. The clamp blocks engage the article at multiple locations and orientations, adding dimensional constraints that prevent the article from slipping or rolling. The adjustable positioning in multiple dimensions ensures secure stabilization.
2Measurement precision
If a v-block is used to support a round article, then positioning is possible, but accurate leveling cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp blocks are designed with adjustable positioning capabilities, allowing dynamic adjustment of their locations and orientations. This dynamic adjustability enables precise leveling of the round article by positioning the clamp blocks to achieve the desired orientation and height, overcoming the static limitations of traditional v-blocks.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention utilizes adjustable parameters of the clamp blocks (position, orientation, height) to achieve accurate leveling. By changing these parameters, the system can be configured to precisely level round articles of different sizes and requirements, providing measurement precision that fixed v-blocks cannot achieve.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional stabilization methods are used, then simple setup is possible, but secure attachment and customizable positioning cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp blocks serve multiple functions: they secure the article, position it accurately, enable leveling, and provide customizable orientation. This multi-functionality achieves adaptable positioning without proportionally increasing complexity, as each clamp block integrates several stabilization functions into a single component.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamp blocks are pre-configured with adjustment mechanisms that allow for preliminary positioning and securing of the article before machining begins. This preliminary action of securing and positioning the article with adjustable clamp blocks enables subsequent precise machining operations without requiring complex real-time adjustments during the machining process.
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AI summary
A method and apparatus to provide a machining table in which an article can be secured to the table. The table provides a plurality of clamp blocks which can be placed on the table in custom positions. The orientation of the clamp blocks can also be adjusted by adjustments bolts so that the desired angle of the article can be maintained before machining it. As such, a round article (e.g., a pipe) can be secured through the clamp blocks so that the article can be machined. The table would secure the article such that even a lot of force or pressure on the article would not cause the article to move.