Integrated Power Supply for Manual Strapping Tool
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing manual strapping and/or sealing devices with detachable energy supply units face issues such as lost or damaged batteries due to harsh working conditions, leading to a lack of a reliable power source and operational disruptions.
Innovation Solution
An integrated energy supply unit within the drive housing of the manual strapping and/or sealing device, which is wirelessly charged using an external inductive charging station, eliminating the need for detachable batteries and ensuring continuous operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a detachable power supply unit is used in the manual strapping and/or sealing device, then the device allows for easy replacement of the battery, but the battery can be lost or damaged due to harsh working conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the power supply unit permanently into the drive housing, combining the battery compartment with the drive structure. This merging eliminates the detachable connection that causes loss or damage while ensuring the power supply remains reliably attached to the hand tool throughout operation.
2Reliability
If the power supply unit is integrated into the drive housing, then the battery cannot be lost or damaged, but the device requires wireless charging infrastructure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical detachable battery system with a wireless inductive charging system. Instead of physically connecting or disconnecting batteries, the integrated power supply unit charges wirelessly through an inductive interface when placed on a charging base, eliminating mechanical wear and connection issues while maintaining reliability.
3Loss of time
If detachable batteries are used, then the device can be quickly swapped, but operational disruptions occur due to lost or damaged batteries
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a charging base that automatically charges the integrated power supply unit as soon as the hand tool is placed on it. This preliminary charging action ensures the battery is continuously topped up and ready, preventing operational disruptions caused by depleted or lost batteries while maintaining quick readiness for use.
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 provides a durable and reliable operation by integrating the energy supply unit with the drive, preventing battery loss or damage and ensuring constant charging, thus enhancing the device's functionality and operational reliability.
Implementation Method 1
The charging station (14) and the power supply unit (10) are equipped with a charging coil (15, 11), which together define an inductive interface (11, 15) for wireless charging of the power supply unit (10)
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AI summary
The invention relates to a hand strapping and/or fastening device. This device is equipped with a drive (9, 10, 11, 12) for at least one fastening unit (2) and/or a tensioning unit (3). The drive (9, 10, 11, 12) is electrically operated and includes at least one power supply unit (10). According to the invention, the power supply unit (10) is designed as an integral component of the drive (9, 10, 11, 12).