Interlocking Front Panel and Cap Tilting System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Cap-over type middle or large sized trucks face damage to the front panel due to interference with the bumper during cap tilting operations, as the existing independent systems for front panel opening/closing and cap tilting do not interlock, leading to careless operations that result in damage.
Innovation Solution
A front panel opening/closing system interlocking with cap tilting is developed, utilizing a hydraulic cylinder for the front panel, a tilt cylinder for cap tilting, a tilt pump for oil pressure, and a solenoid valve to control oil flow, allowing simultaneous operation and preventing interference by controlling the speed of the front panel's opening/closing relative to cap tilting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the front panel and cap tilting systems are configured as independent systems, then each system can operate separately for its specific purpose, but the user must operate each system separately and may accidentally tilt the cap without opening the front panel, causing damage due to interference with the bumper
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the front panel opening/closing system and the cap tilting system into an integrated interlocking system. The control unit receives signals from both systems and coordinates their operation, ensuring that the front panel is opened before cap tilting begins. This merging eliminates the need for separate independent operations while maintaining the functional capabilities of both systems.
2Shape
If a minimum flow gap is considered between the front panel and bumper to improve appearance, then the appearance is improved, but interference is generated between the bumper and front panel when the cap is tilted with the front panel closed
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary action by automatically opening the front panel before initiating cap tilting operation. The control unit detects the tilting signal and activates the front panel opening mechanism in advance, ensuring the panel is clear of the bumper's path before the cap begins to tilt, thus preventing interference damage while maintaining aesthetic appearance.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the user operates each system separately along the side, front, and rear moving line of the cap, then each operation can be performed individually, but the operation process becomes complex and time-consuming, reducing efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit implements feedback mechanisms by monitoring signals from both the front panel system and cap tilting system. When a tilting operation is initiated, the control unit receives this feedback signal and automatically coordinates the front panel opening sequence, eliminating the need for manual separate operations and significantly improving operational efficiency.
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 system enhances user convenience by allowing both front panel operation and cap tilting as a single motion, preventing damage by ensuring synchronized and controlled movement, thus avoiding interference with the bumper.
Implementation Method 1
a hydraulic cylinder connected to a front panel of a cap to perform an operation of opening/closing the front panel
Implementation Method 2
a tilt cylinder connected to the cap to perform an operation of tilting the cap
Implementation Method 3
a tilt pump connected to the hydraulic cylinder and the tilt cylinder through a hydraulic line to provide oil pressure
Implementation Method 4
a solenoid valve installed at the hydraulic line of the tilt pump and the tilt cylinder, wherein when the solenoid valve is positioned at a first position, the oil pressure is supplied from a hydraulic pump to the hydraulic cylinder and the tilt cylinder through the hydraulic line
Data Source
AI summary
A front panel opening/closing system includes a hydraulic cylinder, a tilt cylinder, a tilt pump, and a valve. The hydraulic cylinder is connected to a front panel of a cap to perform an operation of opening/closing the front panel. The tilt cylinder is connected to the cap to perform an operation of tilting the cap. The tilt pump is connected to the hydraulic cylinder and the tilt cylinder through a hydraulic line to provide oil pressure. The valve is disposed at the hydraulic line of the tilt pump and the tilt cylinder. When the valve is positioned at a first position, the oil pressure is supplied from a hydraulic pump to the hydraulic cylinder and the tilt cylinder through the hydraulic line. When the valve is positioned at a second position, the oil pressure is supplied from the hydraulic pump only to the tilt cylinder through the hydraulic line.