Gravity and Magnetism Attitude Adjusting Jig for Part Conveyance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing part conveyor systems that adjust the attitude of parts with axis and head parts require complex structures and increased manufacturing costs due to the need for drive means like motors.
Innovation Solution
A part conveyor system incorporating an attitude adjusting jig with a recessed part sandwiched by upward slanted surfaces, a groove for holding the axis part, and a magnet to direct the axis part downward, along with a conveyor device, such as a robot, that can load and unload parts without a motor drive, using gravity and magnetic attraction to adjust the part's attitude.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a drive means such as a motor is used to rotate rollers and rotary member for aligning parts, then the alignment function is achieved, but the structure becomes complicated and manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the motor-driven mechanical alignment system with a gravity-based passive alignment system. The inclined surfaces cause parts to slide and self-align under gravity without requiring motors or complex drive mechanisms, thereby achieving the alignment function while dramatically simplifying the structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The alignment system utilizes the part's own weight and the inclined surfaces to achieve automatic alignment. The part self-adjusts its position by sliding down the inclined surfaces and being attracted to the groove by the magnet, eliminating the need for external drive means.
2Reliability
If a motor-driven alignment system is used, then parts can be aligned, but manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent eliminates motors and complex mechanical drive systems by using gravity and magnetic attraction. This substitution of active mechanical systems with passive physical forces significantly reduces manufacturing costs while maintaining the alignment function.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses simple, inexpensive components such as inclined surfaces and a magnet instead of expensive motor-driven mechanisms. These simple components achieve the alignment function at a fraction of the cost of motorized systems.
3Manufacturing precision
If complex drive means are used for part alignment, then alignment precision is achieved, but the system structure becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent achieves precise alignment through the geometric design of inclined surfaces and groove positioning rather than through complex motor control systems. The physics of gravity and magnetic attraction provide natural precision without requiring complicated mechanical or electronic control mechanisms.
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
This solution simplifies the system structure, reduces manufacturing costs, and shortens the time required to adjust the attitude of parts while conveying them, as the axis part is directed downward under gravity and magnetic influence, allowing stable retention and efficient conveyance.
Implementation Method 1
a magnet which is arranged in the groove part
Implementation Method 2
a recessed part which has an inside space which is sandwiched between a pair of upward slanted surfaces facing each other
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a part conveyor system comprising an attitude adjusting jig which adjusts the attitude of a part which has an axis part and a head part, and a conveyor device which takes out and conveys the part from the attitude adjusting jig. The attitude adjusting jig is provided with a recessed part which has an inside space which is sandwiched between a pair of upward slanted surfaces facing each other, a groove part which is formed at the bottom of the recessed part for holding the axis part of the part, and a magnet which is arranged in the groove part.