Elevation Inclination Adjuster for Automatic Workpiece Leveling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing surface texture measuring instruments face challenges with large-scale configurations and increased costs due to the need for complex systems for automatic positioning, and small-size instruments struggle with manual leveling, which is time-consuming and prone to errors and damage.
Innovation Solution
A compact elevation inclination adjuster with a base, table, and moving units that adjust the elevation position and inclination angle of a workpiece using a fulcrum guide and driving source, allowing for parallel movement and pivoting to align the measurement direction with the workpiece surface, enhancing operability and accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If a combination of table inclination device and electric column device is used for automatic positioning, then automation level is improved, but device complexity and size increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the table inclination device and electric column device into a single integrated elevation inclination adjuster. The adjuster uses a pair of moving units that can independently adjust both the elevation (vertical position) and inclination (angular orientation) of the table, eliminating the need for separate devices and reducing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The elevation inclination adjuster is designed to perform multiple functions: it can adjust the table's elevation position, adjust the table's inclination angle, and support automatic positioning of workpieces. This multi-functional design replaces what would traditionally require multiple separate devices, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining high automation.
2Volume of moving object
If manual leveling is used for small-size instruments, then device size is reduced, but measurement time and operator workload increase
Solution Approach 1:
The elevation inclination adjuster enables automatic self-leveling of the table and automatic positioning of workpieces. The system uses sensors to detect the table's inclination and workpiece position, then automatically adjusts the table's elevation and inclination angles to achieve precise positioning without requiring manual intervention, thereby maintaining high measurement efficiency in a compact instrument.
3Device complexity
If manual leveling is used, then device complexity is reduced, but measurement accuracy and repeatability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The elevation inclination adjuster incorporates sensors that detect the table's inclination angle and the workpiece's position. This feedback information is used by the control system to automatically adjust the table's elevation and inclination, ensuring high positioning accuracy and repeatability. The feedback mechanism enables precise control without requiring complex manual adjustment procedures.
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
Enables fully automatic positioning and leveling of workpieces with a compact configuration, improving measurement efficiency and reducing the risk of damage, while maintaining high accuracy and reducing the need for manual intervention.
Implementation Method 1
a table (52) having a placement surface (521), points of action (522) provided at two positions along a direction parallel to the placement surface (521) and a fulcrum (523) between the two positions
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AI summary
An elevation inclination adjuster includes: a base (51); a table (52) having points of action (522) provided at two positions along a direction parallel to a placement surface (521), the table (52) being provided such that a distance between the table (52) and the base (51) is changeable; a pair of moving units (53) supporting the points of action (522), the moving units moving the points of action (522) in a direction in which a distance between the points of action (522) and the base (51) is increased or decreased; and a driving source (54) that drives the pair of moving units (53). When the moving units (53) move the points of action (522) by the same movement amount in the same direction, the placement surface (521) is parallely moved. When the moving units (53) moves either one of the points of action (522), the placement surface (521) is swung around a fulcrum (523) provided between the two points of action (522).