Integrated Electrode Turnover Apparatus with Convex Surfaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrode manufacturing apparatuses are inefficient and require significant space due to the need for separate turnover portions and alignment devices, leading to inaccuracies and increased size.
Innovation Solution
An integrated turnover apparatus with convexly curved surfaces and a virtual triangle configuration reduces space requirements by improving positioning accuracy and eliminating the need for additional alignment devices, using gas outlets to facilitate the turnover of electrode foils without contact and employing a sensor for precise orthogonal direction adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If separate turnover portions and alignment devices are used, then the turnover function is achieved, but the apparatus size increases and positioning accuracy decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines three separate turnover portions into a single integrated turnover apparatus with a unified base portion. The first, second, and third turnover portions are all fixed to the same base, eliminating the need for separate alignment devices and reducing the overall apparatus footprint while maintaining positioning accuracy through the integrated structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated base portion serves multiple functions: it supports all three turnover portions, provides a common reference plane for positioning, and eliminates the need for separate alignment devices. This multi-functional design reduces both apparatus size and complexity while improving positioning accuracy.
2Productivity
If multiple separate turnover portions are used, then the turnover function is achieved, but the space required for arrangement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges three independent turnover portions into a single integrated apparatus where all portions share a common base. This consolidation maintains the complete turnover functionality while significantly reducing the space required for arrangement compared to using three separate turnover devices.
3Manufacturing precision
If separate alignment devices are added, then positioning accuracy is improved, but the apparatus complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the alignment function directly into the base portion structure. The base serves as a common reference plane for all turnover portions, eliminating the need for separate alignment devices and reducing apparatus complexity while maintaining positioning accuracy through the unified 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
The solution enables a compact electrode manufacturing apparatus with enhanced accuracy and reduced position displacement, eliminating the need for additional alignment devices and simplifying the manufacturing process.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of outlet holes from which gas is issued to move the electrode foil away from the outer surface are provided in the outer surface of each of the first turnover portion, the second turnover portion, and the third turnover portion
Data Source
AI summary
A turnover apparatus includes a first turnover portion, a second turnover portion, and a third turnover portion each including a convexly curved outer surface. An electrode foil is turned over as the electrode foil is transported along the outer surface of each of the first turnover portion, the second turnover portion, and the third turnover portion in this order. The first turnover portion, the second turnover portion, and the third turnover portion are integrally fixed. Each of the outer surfaces of the first turnover portion, the second turnover portion, and the third turnover portion defines a part of each side of a virtual triangle.