Line Transport Device with Movable Guide Means
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cable transport devices either limit applications to single-line transport or require duplicate systems for simultaneous dual-line processing, leading to increased costs and complexity.
Innovation Solution
A cable transport device with a pivotable design featuring a single line conveyor and movable guide means, allowing for the alternation of two or more cables of different cross-sections or identifiers, with pressure rollers and drive belts that can be moved relative to each other, and pneumatically actuated brakes for secure line management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If two complete transport devices working in parallel are used to convey two cables simultaneously, then dual-line transport capability is achieved, but equipment cost and maintenance cost double
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges two separate transport functions into a single transport device by providing a common conveying path that can accommodate two different cables at different times. The single device includes a conveying mechanism with a conveying path, first guide means for first cable, and second guide means for second cable, allowing one device to perform work that previously required two devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The transport device is designed with universal functionality to handle different cables through a single conveying path. The guide means are configured to be movable or adjustable, enabling the same conveying mechanism to transport different types of cables (first cable and second cable with different cross-sections) alternately, making the device multi-functional rather than dedicated to a single cable type.
2Productivity
If two complete transport devices working in parallel are used to convey two cables simultaneously, then dual-line transport capability is achieved, but maintenance and repair costs double
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges two separate transport functions into a single transport device by providing a common conveying path that can accommodate two different cables at different times. The single device includes a conveying mechanism with a conveying path, first guide means for first cable, and second guide means for second cable, allowing one device to perform work that previously required two devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The transport device is designed with universal functionality to handle different cables through a single conveying path. The guide means are configured to be movable or adjustable, enabling the same conveying mechanism to transport different types of cables (first cable and second cable with different cross-sections) alternately, making the device multi-functional rather than dedicated to a single cable type.
3Device complexity
If a single line conveyor is used with movable guide means, then equipment cost is reduced, but the ability to transport multiple lines simultaneously is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The guide means are designed to be movable relative to the conveying path, allowing dynamic reconfiguration of the conveying system. This enables a single conveying path to accommodate different cable types and configurations by moving the guide means to appropriate positions, providing adaptability without requiring multiple fixed conveying paths.
Solution Approach 2:
The system operates by alternately conveying different cables through the same conveying path. The single line conveyor transports the first cable during one period, then transports the second cable during another period, achieving multi-line transport capability through periodic alternation rather than simultaneous transport.
4Adaptability or versatility
If cables of different cross-sections are transported alternately through a single conveying path, then adaptability is improved, but the conveying mechanism must be movable to accommodate different sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The guide means are designed to be movable relative to the conveying path, allowing dynamic reconfiguration of the conveying system. This enables a single conveying path to accommodate different cable types and configurations by moving the guide means to appropriate positions, providing adaptability without requiring multiple fixed conveying paths.
Solution Approach 2:
The system adapts to different cable cross-sections by changing the position and configuration parameters of the guide means. The guide means can be moved to different locations and adjusted to accommodate various cable diameters and shapes, allowing the same conveying mechanism to handle different cable specifications by parameter adjustment rather than mechanical replacement.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a line transport device (22) for transporting electric or optical lines (1, 2), such as wires, cables, optical fibres, etc., along a conveying path (24), having a line conveying means (23) which has at least two pressure rollers (20, 21), between which the conveying path (24) runs, characterized in that, for the alternating conveying of two lines (1, 2), the line transport device (22) has at least one guide means (7, 8) which can be moved relative to the conveying path (24) and by way of which one line (1) can be moved into the conveying path (24) between the pressure rollers (20, 21) and by way of which another line (2) can be moved out of the conveying path (24) between the pressure rollers (20, 21).