Flexible Circular Saw Blade Holder for Variable Blade Thickness
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing saw blade holders do not effectively accommodate different thicknesses of circular saw blades and lack a reusable mechanism for secure retention and display.
Innovation Solution
A saw blade holder with a flexible blade mount and a removable, reusable retaining member that can be elastically deformed to fit various thicknesses, allowing for secure retention and easy removal of circular saw blades.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a rigid holder structure is used to securely retain saw blades, then retention reliability is improved, but adaptability to different blade thicknesses deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The holder transitions from a static rigid structure to a dynamic flexible structure. The blade mount is made of flexible material that can elastically deform to accommodate different blade thicknesses while maintaining secure retention through elastic recovery
Solution Approach 2:
The physical state of the holder material is changed from rigid to flexible. By selecting flexible material and designing the blade mount with appropriate flexibility, the holder can adapt its retention parameters to match varying blade thicknesses while maintaining reliable retention
2Object-affected harmful factors
If packaging is used to protect saw blades, then protection is improved, but accessibility for contact and display deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The protective function is extracted from traditional packaging and integrated into the holder design itself. The holder provides both protection and accessibility simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate packaging that would hinder contact and display
Solution Approach 2:
The holder serves multiple functions: it protects the blade during storage and transport, enables easy contact and handling, and provides display capability. This multi-functional design resolves the contradiction between protection and accessibility
3Reliability
If a non-removable retaining mechanism is used, then retention reliability is improved, but ease of removal and reusability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The retaining mechanism is segmented into a removable component that can be separated from the holder body. This allows the retaining element to be easily removed and reused with different blades while maintaining reliable retention when engaged
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
The solution provides a versatile and reusable holder that can accommodate different thicknesses and diameters of saw blades, enabling secure display and storage while being easy to use and reconfigure.
Implementation Method 1
At least a portion of the blade mount is flexible. The retaining member is flexible in the axial direction to accommodate different thicknesses of circular saw blades.
Data Source
AI summary
A saw blade holder for a saw blade having a central aperture. The saw blade holder includes a base, a blade mount extending from the base, and a retaining member removably coupled to the blade mount for retaining the saw blade on the blade mount. The blade mount is configured to be received in the central aperture of the circular saw blade. At least a portion of the blade mount is flexible. The retaining member is removable from the blade mount and reusable.