Laser Scanner Housing Layout to Eliminate Workpiece Interference
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional laser processing apparatuses face interference issues between the support member and the workpiece when trying to minimize installation space, leading to suboptimal machining results due to the need for a support member between the housing and the workpiece.
Innovation Solution
The laser processing apparatus is designed with an attachment surface on the opposite side of the exit window, allowing it to be suspended without a support member between the housing and the workpiece, reducing interference and enabling closer proximity while maintaining effective laser light processing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If a support member is used to support the housing from below, then the housing is stable and supported, but the support member interferes with the workpiece when the housing is brought close to the workpiece
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts the conventional support configuration by attaching the housing to the support member from above rather than supporting it from below. This allows the support member to be positioned above the housing, completely clear of the workpiece area, eliminating interference while maintaining structural support. The attachment surface is specifically designed on the upper surface of the housing to enable this inverted support arrangement.
2Area of stationary object
If the housing is brought close to the workpiece to reduce installation space, then installation space is reduced, but interference between the support member and workpiece occurs
Solution Approach 1:
By inverting the support configuration to attach the housing from above, the support member is repositioned to a location that does not conflict with the workpiece, enabling minimal installation space without interference. The attachment surface on the upper housing surface facilitates this compact arrangement.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If the support member is removed to eliminate interference, then interference is eliminated, but the housing lacks proper support
Solution Approach 1:
The patent maintains housing support strength by inverting the support configuration - the support member remains essential for structural support, but its position is changed from below to above the housing. The attachment surface on the upper housing surface provides a robust connection point that maintains structural integrity while eliminating workpiece interference.
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 configuration allows for reduced interference between the support member and the workpiece, enabling closer housing-workpiece proximity without compromising processing quality, and facilitates easier maintenance and replacement of processing apparatuses in manufacturing lines.
Implementation Method 1
a laser light deflection section that deflects laser light to be emitted toward the irradiation area
Implementation Method 2
an exit window transmitting the laser light emitted toward the irradiation area via the laser light deflection section
Data Source
AI summary
To suppress interference between a member for supporting a housing and a workpiece while bringing the housing and the workpiece close to each other. A laser processing apparatus includes: a laser light scanning section that deflects laser light to be emitted toward an irradiation area in accordance with a predetermined processing setting; and a housing that accommodates the laser light scanning section. In the housing, an exit window transmitting the laser light emitted toward the irradiation area via the laser light scanning section, and a top surface arranged to face the exit window and attached to the attachment target position are formed.