Detachable Textile Tool Module Mounting for Adjustable Machine Widths
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Solution Overview
Problem
Textile tool modules in textile machines are expensive to replace due to the need to discard functioning tools when one tool malfunctions, and they cannot be easily adapted to different machine sizes or widths, leading to inefficiencies in assembly and maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A modular assembly arrangement with detachable connections between textile tool modules allows for individual replacement and adjustment of tool modules, enabling flexible adaptation to various machine sizes and reducing assembly time and costs through precise alignment and adjustable connectors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If textile tool modules are made larger to reduce assembly time, then fewer modules need to be mounted, but individual tool replacement becomes more expensive and less sustainable
Solution Approach 1:
The module assembly is divided into multiple detachable textile tool modules that can be individually replaced. Each module contains multiple textile tools but can be separated from the assembly, allowing selective replacement of only the module containing the defective tool rather than replacing the entire large module.
2Ease of operation
If textile tool modules are bonded together with adhesive to form a module assembly, then the modules can be handled together, but the alignment process becomes very complex and error-prone
Solution Approach 1:
A connector serves as an intermediary element between textile tool modules, replacing direct adhesive bonding. The connector provides built-in alignment features that guide modules into correct positions, simplifying the alignment process and reducing errors while still enabling detachable connection for handling.
3Strength
If textile tool modules are glued together to form a fixed module assembly, then assembly strength is sufficient, but the number of modules cannot be changed after assembly, reducing adaptability
Solution Approach 1:
The connection between modules is made dynamic and adjustable rather than fixed. The detachable connector allows the number of modules in the assembly to be changed after initial assembly, enabling adaptation to different textile machine widths and configurations while maintaining sufficient connection strength during operation.
4Ease of manufacture
If adhesive bonding is used to connect textile tool modules, then production can be simplified, but the connection cannot be released for individual module replacement
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is segmented into detachable components (connectors and corresponding receptacles) rather than using permanent adhesive bonding. This allows the assembly to be manufactured simply while enabling individual modules to be released and replaced when needed, combining manufacturing efficiency with maintenance flexibility.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a modular assembly arrangement (1) comprising textile tool modules (2), and a method for assembling the modular assembly arrangement (1). The textile tool modules (2) are detachably connected to one another in the modular assembly arrangement (1) and are held in their target position, movable relative to each other by an adjustment path in the vertical direction (H). The modular assembly arrangement (1) is thus variably adaptable to different textile machines, can be manufactured cost-effectively to a high quality, and is easy to assemble.