Forklift Battery Switch Mounting Bracket Design
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing methods for securing a forklift battery switch frame to a switch truck are costly and require modifying or welding the forklift structure, which is expensive and impractical.
Innovation Solution
A fixing piece comprising a first and second portion, where the first portion attaches to the bumper of the permutator carriage and the second portion fixes the frame, allowing the frame to be securely attached without modifying the carriage, using hooking and recess mechanisms for reinforcement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the chassis is attached to a standard forklift by modifying the forklift's structure or welding, then the attachment is secure and reliable, but the cost of the operation becomes high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a mounting part as an intermediary component between the forklift bumper and the chassis. This mounting part includes a first portion that attaches to the bumper and a second portion that mounts the chassis, eliminating the need for direct welding or structural modification of the forklift. The intermediary mounting part provides secure attachment while avoiding costly manufacturing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting part is segmented into two distinct portions: a first portion for attaching to the bumper and a second portion for mounting the chassis. This segmentation allows each portion to be optimized for its specific function and enables the mounting part to be attached using simple fastening operations rather than expensive welding or structural modification.
2Ease of manufacture
If a mounting part is used to attach the chassis to the bumper, then the manufacturing cost is reduced, but the attachment strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting part is designed with pre-formed attachment features including a through recess and hook structure that are manufactured in advance. These preliminary structural features enable strong mechanical attachment to the bumper through simple fastening operations, providing sufficient attachment strength without requiring expensive welding or structural modification during installation.
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AI summary
This mounting bracket (42, 43) for a forklift battery switch chassis (26) is intended to allow the chassis (26) to be attached to a switch carriage. The mounting bracket (42, 43) comprises a first portion and a second portion, the first portion comprising a means for attaching to a bumper (17) of said switch carriage, the second portion comprising a means for attaching said chassis (26).