Crimping Tool Exchange Device Linear Movement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing crimping tool exchange systems require significant space and are technically complex, especially when exchanging contact rollers, as they need to be rotated and realigned with the crimping press, making the process time-consuming and space-intensive.
Innovation Solution
A crimping tool exchange device with two exchange units that allow linear movement at different angles, enabling the exchange of crimping tools without the need for realignment with the crimping press, using a spacer element to prevent collisions and locking devices to secure tools during movement, allowing for quick and simple tool swaps while maintaining minimal space requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the feed unit is rotated about the vertical axis to exchange crimping tools, then the crimping tool can be exchanged, but a lot of space is required and the exchange becomes technically complicated with realignment requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The exchange device is divided into multiple exchange units (first exchange unit, second exchange unit, etc.) that can independently hold and move crimping tools. This segmentation allows tools to be exchanged through linear movements between discrete units rather than rotating the entire feed unit, reducing space requirements and simplifying the exchange process.
Solution Approach 2:
The exchange units are arranged in a multi-dimensional configuration (e.g., linear array or grid) rather than requiring rotational movement in a single plane. This allows tools to be exchanged by moving between adjacent units in linear directions, eliminating the need for large rotational space and complex realignment operations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the feed unit is rotated about the vertical axis to exchange crimping tools, then the crimping tool can be exchanged, but the exchange becomes technically complicated with realignment requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The exchange device is divided into multiple exchange units (first exchange unit, second exchange unit, etc.) that can independently hold and move crimping tools. This segmentation allows tools to be exchanged through linear movements between discrete units rather than rotating the entire feed unit, reducing space requirements and simplifying the exchange process.
Solution Approach 2:
The exchange units are arranged in a multi-dimensional configuration (e.g., linear array or grid) rather than requiring rotational movement in a single plane. This allows tools to be exchanged by moving between adjacent units in linear directions, eliminating the need for large rotational space and complex realignment operations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the feed unit is rotated about the vertical axis to exchange crimping tools, then the crimping tool can be exchanged, but the base must be very flat
Solution Approach 1:
The exchange device is divided into multiple exchange units (first exchange unit, second exchange unit, etc.) that can independently hold and move crimping tools. This segmentation allows tools to be exchanged through linear movements between discrete units rather than rotating the entire feed unit, reducing space requirements and simplifying the exchange process.
Solution Approach 2:
The exchange units are arranged in a multi-dimensional configuration (e.g., linear array or grid) rather than requiring rotational movement in a single plane. This allows tools to be exchanged by moving between adjacent units in linear directions, eliminating the need for large rotational space and complex realignment operations.
4Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional exchange system is used, then crimping tools can be exchanged, but the exchange process is time-consuming and interrupts crimping press operation
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple exchange units are prepared in advance with different crimping tools. While the crimping press is operating with one tool, other tools are already positioned in exchange units, ready for immediate swap. This preliminary preparation eliminates waiting time during tool exchanges and maintains press productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The exchange device allows tool changes to occur without stopping the crimping press operation. Exchange units can be swapped or tools can be exchanged during press operation, ensuring continuous productive action and minimizing interruptions to the manufacturing process.
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AI summary
A crimping tool exchange device exchanges a first crimping tool for a second crimping tool, wherein each crimping tool, when at a processing position in a crimping press, produces a crimp connection connecting a conductor end of a cable to a crimp contact. The device includes first and second exchange units retaining the first and second crimping tools respectively. When one of the exchange units is arranged in an exchange position the retained crimping tool can be moved in a first direction between the processing position and the one exchange unit. The first exchange unit is moved linearly from the exchange position in a second direction, and the second exchange unit is moved linearly from the exchange position in a third direction that is different from the second direction, the second direction being at an angle relative to the third direction.