Electrode Winding Chuck and Release Mechanism for Damage-Free Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electrode winding processes are prone to damage the electrode during manual handling, require significant labor, and pose safety risks, leading to quality issues and increased costs.
Innovation Solution
An electrode winding device with a winding member, rotational shaft, fastening chuck, support member, power source, and releasing member that automates the winding and release process, minimizing manual intervention and reducing damage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If manual handling of the bobbin is used, then labor cost increases and safety risks arise, but the device complexity remains low
Solution Approach 1:
A transfer arm is introduced as an intermediary mechanical component to bridge the gap between the winding station and the removal station. The transfer arm rotates to pick up the bobbin from one station and deliver it to another, automating the transfer process without requiring complex robotic systems or automated guided vehicles
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs dynamic elements including a rotatable transfer arm that can pivot between different stations, and a movable bobbin holder that can be positioned at different locations along the transfer arm. This dynamic configuration allows the same mechanical structure to serve multiple functions: winding, transferring, and removing bobbins
2Reliability
If manual transfer of bobbin is performed, then safety risks and labor requirements increase, but the manufacturing precision is not significantly improved
Solution Approach 1:
The transfer arm acts as a controlled intermediary that systematically moves the bobbin between stations, replacing unpredictable manual handling with a repeatable mechanical process. This ensures consistent transfer operations that protect the electrode while maintaining operational simplicity through straightforward mechanical design
Solution Approach 2:
The manufacturing process is segmented into distinct stations (winding station, transfer station, removal station), each with dedicated functionality. The bobbin is transferred between these segmented stations through controlled rotation of the transfer arm, ensuring that each operation is performed in an optimized environment without interference from other processes
3Productivity
If automated release mechanism is implemented, then productivity and quality improve, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The transfer arm serves as a multi-functional intermediary that not only transports bobbins but also facilitates the release process by positioning the bobbin holder at the removal station. This single mechanical component handles both transfer and release functions, avoiding the need for separate automated release mechanisms that would increase system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The transfer arm is designed with universal functionality to perform multiple operations: it rotates to transfer bobbins between stations, positions the bobbin holder for secure attachment, and enables release at the removal station. This multi-functionality consolidates what could be separate complex systems into a single versatile mechanical component
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AI summary
Disclosed are an electrode winding device, a battery cell including an electrode produced using the same, and a battery pack and a vehicle including the battery cell. An electrode winding device according to the present disclosure includes: a winding member configured to wind an electrode; a rotational shaft coupled to the winding member to rotate: a fastening chuck coupled to the rotational shaft and fastening the winding member; a support member configured to support the rotational shaft; a power source configured to provide power to the rotational shaft; and a releasing member coupled to the winding member and configured to release the winding member.