Universal Clamping Adapter for One-Step Workpiece and Fixture Locking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing clamping systems require separate and time-consuming processes for mounting and releasing clamping adapters on machine elements, leading to extended reset times and reduced automation due to the need for screw connections.
Innovation Solution
A clamping adapter system with actuating elements that allow for simultaneous clamping and releasing of components and adapters via actuation of a single mechanism, utilizing clamping-function surfaces and actuating elements on both the adapter and machine element to facilitate quick and automated attachment and detachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate screw connections are used to mount the clamping adapter on the machine element, then secure mounting is achieved, but mounting and releasing processes become time-consuming and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the mounting of the clamping adapter and the clamping of the workpiece into a single integrated process. The actuating element simultaneously performs both functions through unified clamping surfaces, eliminating the need for separate screw connections and reducing reset time while maintaining secure mounting.
Solution Approach 2:
The actuating element is designed with universal clamping surfaces that can both mount the clamping adapter to the machine element and clamp the workpiece. This multi-functional design allows a single component to perform multiple operations that previously required separate mechanisms, thereby reducing complexity and time loss.
2Stability of the object's composition
If separate screw connections are used for mounting the clamping adapter, then firm attachment is achieved, but the process requires manual intervention and reduces automation
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping adapter system is designed to automatically perform mounting and clamping operations through the actuating element. The system serves itself by integrating all necessary functions into a single automated mechanism, eliminating the need for manual screwing operations and increasing the degree of automation while maintaining firm attachment.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the clamping adapter remains firmly mounted after component release, then stable positioning is maintained, but reset operations require time-consuming unscrewing and re-screwing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic mounting system where the clamping adapter can be quickly mounted and dismounted through the actuating element. The system transitions from a static screw-locked state to a dynamic, easily adjustable state, allowing rapid reset operations while maintaining stable positioning during the actual clamping process.
4Ease of manufacture
If multiple separate operations are used for mounting and clamping, then each function can be optimized independently, but the overall process complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the mounting and clamping functions into a single integrated operation performed by the actuating element. By combining these functions, the system reduces overall process complexity while maintaining the ability to optimize performance through the unified clamping surfaces and actuating mechanism.
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AI summary
A clamping adapter for clamping a component provides that during the clamping or releasing of the component on a clamping adapter by actuation of a clamping mechanism which has a first clamping device for clamping or releasing the component on the clamping adapter and a second clamping device for clamping or releasing the clamping adapter on the machine element, the clamping adapter itself can also be clamped or released on the machine element by the actuation of the clamping mechanism. A machine element for clamping a clamping adapter that can clamp a component, clamping systems for clamping a component on a machine element of a processing and/or measuring machine, and a processing and/or measuring machine for processing and/or measuring a component, as well as methods for clamping or releasing a component on a machine element of a processing and/or measuring machine, are also provided.