Full-Motion Electronic Handwheel for Fast Multi-Axis Mode Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic handwheels in automatic control systems are inconvenient for operators as they require manual switching between multiple controls, leading to inefficiencies and increased risk of errors and collisions.
Innovation Solution
A full-motion electronic handwheel with an integrated design featuring X-axis, Y-axis, Z-axis, and 4-axis buttons, a magnification toggle switch, a general function and full-motion changeover switch, and a multi-axis changeover switch, allowing operators to quickly switch between 4-axis and 6-axis working modes without leaving the handwheel.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If an electronic handwheel with multiple selection knobs and buttons is used for coordinate input and control, then the control functionality is comprehensive, but the operation becomes inconvenient and complex for highly integrated automatic control
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple control functions (axis selection, magnification, confirmation, cancellation) into a single unified electronic handwheel interface. The touch-sensitive surface combines all these functions in one location, eliminating the need for operators to physically move between separate controls on the machine tool panel, thereby maintaining comprehensive control functionality while dramatically improving operational convenience
Solution Approach 2:
The electronic handwheel serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a coordinate input device, a magnification control interface, a confirmation button, and a cancellation button. The touch-sensitive surface can detect different touch positions and gestures to perform various operations, making the device universal and eliminating the need for multiple separate controls
2Adaptability or versatility
If an electronic handwheel with axis selection knob and magnification selection knob is used for coordinate input, then the control capabilities are enhanced, but the operator must continuously switch between multiple controls which is inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines axis selection, magnification control, and coordinate confirmation functions into a single touch-sensitive interface on the electronic handwheel. Operators can perform all these operations without leaving the handwheel position, eliminating the time loss associated with continuously switching between separate controls on the machine panel
3Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional electronic handwheel with separate axis selection and magnification controls is used, then the control functions are complete, but the operator must leave the handwheel to operate other controls increasing collision risk
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates all control functions (axis selection, magnification, confirmation, cancellation) into the electronic handwheel's touch-sensitive interface. This allows operators to complete all coordinate input and control operations without leaving the handwheel position, maintaining complete control functions while eliminating the safety risk of moving near the workpiece and centering tool
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AI summary
Disclosed is a full-motion electronic handwheel, falling within the field of electronic handwheels. According to the present disclosure, by adding an X-axis button, a Y-axis button, a Z-axis button, a 4-axis button, a multi-axis changeover switch and a general function and full-motion changeover switch to a general electronic handwheel structure, an operator can switch between a 4-axis and a 6-axis via the multi-axis changeover switch, which is convenient for the operator to quickly switch a working mode as required. Meanwhile, through the general function and full-motion changeover switch, the operator can complete various operations only by relying on the electronic handwheel, which simplifies original complicated operations.