Conveyor Separating Device Stop Control Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conveyor systems face challenges in safely removing piece goods from the removal side without damaging the separating devices due to high dynamic pressure from subsequent goods, leading to potential damage to the separating devices and mechanical instability.
Innovation Solution
A separating device with a control element that rotates about an axis parallel to the conveying plane, using existing conveyor rollers or belts to block or release the stop, coupled with an energy store and delay unit to manage the stop's position automatically, ensuring the stop is only engaged when necessary and minimizing protrusion into the conveying path.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the stop protrudes into the conveying path to effectively block piece goods, then the separating function is improved, but the risk of damage from dynamic pressure and improper removal increases
Solution Approach 1:
The stop is designed to be movable between a blocking position (protruding into the conveying path) and a retracted position (withdrawing from the conveying path). This dynamic positioning allows the stop to effectively block piece goods when needed while minimizing exposure to damaging dynamic pressures and improper removal forces, thus resolving the contradiction between separating function and damage risk
2Ease of operation
If the control element protrudes from the conveying plane for easy actuation, then the ease of operation is improved, but the vulnerability to damage from forks and dynamic pressures increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control element is actuated by the dynamic pressure of piece goods themselves rather than requiring manual intervention. The piece goods automatically push the control element during normal conveying, eliminating the need for protruding manual actuators that would be vulnerable to damage from forks and improper handling
Solution Approach 2:
The separating device is self-actuating through the piece goods in the conveying stream. The goods themselves provide the actuation force needed to move the control element and stop, making the system autonomous and eliminating vulnerable external control components
3Reliability
If the stop remains in the blocking position to prevent dynamic pressure effects, then the protection of piece goods is improved, but the productivity of the conveying system decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The stop alternates between blocking and non-blocking positions in periodic cycles synchronized with the piece goods removal process. It blocks during conveying to protect goods, then retracts when goods are removed to allow continuous operation, thus maintaining both protection and productivity through rhythmic blocking and releasing
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enhances the durability and mechanical stability of the separating device by preventing damage from improper removal and ensuring smooth operation, reducing the risk of damage from dynamic pressures and allowing for efficient pallet handling.
Implementation Method 1
the control element can be rotated about an axis pointing parallel to the conveying plane and perpendicular to the conveying direction due to contact with the piece goods taking place in the conveying plane
Implementation Method 2
coupled with an energy store and delay unit to manage the stop's position automatically
Data Source
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AI summary
The invention relates to a separating device (110) for a conveying system (100) for conveying unit loads (108) in a conveying direction (102) on a conveying plane, wherein: - the separating device (110) comprises a stop (116) for the unit loads (108) and a control element (112); - the control element (112) is rotatable about an axis perpendicular to the conveying plane and perpendicular to the conveying direction (102) due to contact with the unit loads (108) occurring in the conveying plane; - the movement of the stop (116) between a separating position and a conveying position, as well as the blocking of the stop (116) in the separating position, can be controlled by the control element (112) due to rotation; - the stop (116) can be moved by the control element (112) due to rotation; - the control element (112) is located exclusively in and below the conveying plane perpendicularly from the direction of the unit loads. (108) is seen arranged.