Hydraulic Clamping Device for Automated Workpiece Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual pulling and transfer of workpieces in numerical control lathes is inefficient, wasting manpower and time.
Innovation Solution
A clamping device comprising a clamping module with hydraulic cylinder-driven pulling rods and elastic members that automatically pull and clamp workpieces, utilizing a base plate with fluid delivery for operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual pulling and transfer of workpieces is used, then operation simplicity is maintained, but productivity is reduced and time is wasted
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping device is divided into independent clamping modules, each with its own driving mechanism. This segmentation allows the system to handle multiple workpieces simultaneously while maintaining manageable complexity in each individual module.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping device incorporates universal clamping blocks that can adapt to different workpiece sizes and shapes through adjustable clamping members. This multi-functionality enables a single device to handle various workpiece types, improving productivity without requiring multiple specialized devices.
2Loss of time
If automatic clamping mechanism is introduced, then time consumption is reduced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The driving mechanism utilizes hydraulic cylinders to provide automatic clamping force. This pneumatic-hydraulic approach replaces complex mechanical transmission systems with simpler fluid power actuation, reducing mechanical complexity while achieving fast and reliable automatic clamping.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic member automatically returns the clamping block to its initial position after clamping, eliminating the need for additional return mechanisms. This self-service feature reduces device complexity by using the workpiece removal process itself to reset the clamping mechanism.
3Adaptability or versatility
If fixed clamping structure is used, then device simplicity is maintained, but adaptability to different workpieces is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping device employs movable clamping members that can dynamically adjust their position and clamping force according to different workpiece dimensions. This dynamic adaptability allows the same device to accommodate a range of workpiece sizes without requiring multiple fixed clamping structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows adjustment of clamping parameters such as clamping force, clamping block position, and clamping member orientation to match different workpiece characteristics. These parameter changes enable versatile workpiece accommodation while maintaining a relatively simple base structure.
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
Automates the pulling and clamping process, reducing manpower and time consumption while allowing for adjustable clamping to accommodate different workpieces.
Implementation Method 1
The driving module can include a supporting plate, a connecting pipe, and a driving member, in this embodiment, the driving member can be a hydraulic cylinder
Implementation Method 2
The clamping module can further include an elastic member received in the sliding block
Data Source
AI summary
A clamping device configured to automatically pull and clamp workpieces includes a clamping module and a driving module. The clamping module includes a sliding block, two clamping members positioned at two sides of the sliding block, and a connecting plate connected to one end of the sliding block. The driving module includes a driving member. The sliding block defines at least one pair of guiding grooves, and a distance between the paired guiding grooves is increased in a direction toward the connecting plate. The two clamping members are mounted on the guiding grooves of the sliding block in a sliding way. The connecting plate is fixedly connected to the driving member. When the connecting plate and the sliding plate are driven by the driving member, the two clamping members move toward or away from each other to clamp or release the workpiece.