Linear Motor Stop Blade for Rolling Machine Insertion Timing
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Adjusting the timing and position of rolling machine components, such as cams, is laborious and time-consuming in existing rolling machines, making it difficult to achieve precise and efficient blank insertion during operation.
Innovation Solution
An insertion device with a stop blade moved by a linear motor, which simplifies the adjustment process by allowing electronic control and eliminating the need for complex mechanical operations, enabling quick and precise timing of the blank insertion between flat dies.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If the entire assembly of the spindle axis is moved to adjust timing, then the correct timing of the rolling cycle is achieved, but the adjustment becomes laborious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The invention separates the stop blade from the spindle axis assembly, making them independent components. The stop blade can be adjusted separately using a simple linear motor without moving the entire spindle axis assembly, thus achieving precise timing adjustment quickly and easily
Solution Approach 2:
The invention replaces the traditional mechanical cam-based control system with a linear motor that directly controls the stop blade position. This substitution eliminates the need for complex mechanical adjustments and allows for precise, quick timing control through electronic signals
2Ease of operation
If a cam mechanism is used to open the retention blade, then the blade opening is achieved, but the adjustment becomes laborious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces the cam mechanism with a linear motor that directly actuates the stop blade. This eliminates the need for adjusting cams and their associated mechanical linkages, making the system easier to operate and adjust quickly
Solution Approach 2:
The invention extracts the cam mechanism from the system and replaces it with a linear motor. This removal of the complex cam-based timing mechanism simplifies the overall system and reduces adjustment time significantly
3Manufacturing precision
If the stop blade position is adjusted mechanically, then the insertion timing is corrected, but complex mechanical operations are required
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces complex mechanical adjustment mechanisms with a linear motor that can be controlled electronically. This substitution maintains precise insertion timing while dramatically reducing the complexity of the adjustment mechanism
Solution Approach 2:
The invention makes the stop blade position dynamically adjustable through linear motor control, allowing for quick and easy repositioning without complex mechanical operations. The system can be adapted to different timing requirements through simple electronic control
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 easy and precise adjustment of the blank insertion system, ensuring consistent product quality and reducing the need for frequent adjustments, as the linear motion of the stop blade allows for immediate electronic control and reliable operation.
Implementation Method 1
A stop blade (7), preferably moved by means of a linear motor (8)
Data Source
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
AI summary
An insertion device (1) for rolling machines, including a fixed plate (2) and a reciprocating movable plate (3), a feed guide (5) for a plurality of blanks (4) to be inserted in an insertion point between the fixed plate (2) and the movable plate (3), an insertion pusher (6) which is adapted to convey a blank (4) into contact with the movable plate (3); the insertion device (1) has a stop blade (7) that moves linearly between at least two positions: a position in which the blade (7) protrudes beyond a vertical edge of the fixed plate (2) and retains the blank (4), preventing it from entering between the plates, and a retracted position, in which the blade (7) leaves free the rolling region between the plates.