Fluid Activated Pin Removal Tool with Rotating Cylinder
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fluid activated connecting pin removal tools are limited in their ability to efficiently and conveniently manipulate connecting pins in endless track systems of tracked vehicles, particularly in terms of orientation and storage of the fluid activated cylinder.
Innovation Solution
A fluid activated connecting pin removal tool with a body featuring a first cavity for the work piece and a second perpendicular cavity, allowing the fluid activated cylinder to be mounted in two orientations: one for exerting force on the connecting pin and another for storage, utilizing a piston to extend into the first cavity and a mounting system with bolt receiving apertures and channels for secure positioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the fluid activated cylinder is mounted in the first orientation for exerting force on the connecting pin, then the tool can perform its primary function of removing connecting pins, but the tool occupies more space and cannot be stored compactly
Solution Approach 1:
The tool employs a rotatable mounting mechanism that allows the fluid activated cylinder to be dynamically repositioned between two orientations: a first orientation for exerting force on the connecting pin and a second orientation for compact storage. This dynamic reconfiguration enables the tool to adapt its spatial requirements based on operational needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention utilizes rotational movement to transition the cylinder between orientations, effectively using angular displacement as an additional dimension for reconfiguring the tool's spatial footprint. This allows the same component to serve dual purposes: operational effectiveness in one orientation and compact storage in another.
2Device complexity
If the tool is designed with a fixed mounting for the fluid activated cylinder, then the structure is simpler, but the tool lacks versatility in operation and storage
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting mechanism incorporates rotational capability with simple locking features that allow the cylinder to be positioned in either the first or second orientation. The locking mechanism uses basic engagement features between protrusions and recesses, maintaining structural simplicity while enabling versatile reconfiguration.
Solution Approach 2:
The same mounting structure serves multiple functions: it secures the cylinder in the operational orientation for force application and repositions it to the storage orientation for compact containment. This multi-functional mounting mechanism eliminates the need for separate operational and storage configurations.
3Productivity
If the fluid activated cylinder is always positioned for operation, then it is ready for immediate use, but it cannot be stored compactly when not in use
Solution Approach 1:
The tool allows rapid reconfiguration of the cylinder between operational and storage orientations through the rotatable mounting mechanism. When operation is needed, the cylinder is positioned in the first orientation for immediate use. When storage is required, it is rotated to the second orientation, enabling compact containment without permanent modification.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting mechanism is pre-configured with alignment features and engagement points that facilitate quick repositioning of the cylinder between orientations. This preliminary arrangement of mechanical features enables rapid transition from storage to operational readiness without complex 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 efficient and versatile operation by allowing the tool to exert force on connecting pins and store the cylinder, improving the convenience and effectiveness of connecting pin removal in tracked vehicle systems.
Implementation Method 1
expansion of the fluid activated cylinder results in a piston extending from the cylinder into the first cavity
Data Source
AI summary
A fluid activated connecting pin removal tool, includes a body defining a first cavity adapted to receive a portion of a work piece and a second cavity positioned substantially perpendicular to and intersecting the first cavity. When a fluid activated cylinder is mounted to the body in a first orientation relative to the second cavity, expansion of the fluid activated cylinder results in a piston extending from the cylinder into the first cavity in which the work piece is positioned to exert a force upon a connecting pin connecting portions of the work piece. When the fluid activated cylinder is mounted to the body in a second orientation relative to the second cavity, the secondary cavity serves as a storage compartment for the fluid activated cylinder.