LNB Sorter Conveyor With Wireless Control and Quiet Belt Drive
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional logistics sorting systems face issues such as low reliability, uneven sorting due to manual labor, slow work speed, skill-dependent cargo distribution, potential accidents, noise pollution from bevel gear mechanisms, and inconvenience from chain tension adjustments.
Innovation Solution
The system employs LNB sorters with electromagnets for noise-free operation, wireless communication for control, and a power connection unit to facilitate smooth conveyor movement, enabling efficient, automated sorting and distribution of products.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual sorting is used, then labor flexibility is maintained, but sorting reliability and uniformity deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical sorting operations with an automated belt-driven sorting system. The conveyor belt mechanically transports packages along a predetermined path, eliminating human intervention in the sorting process and ensuring consistent, reliable sorting results.
Solution Approach 2:
The sorting system operates autonomously without requiring manual control during the sorting process. The automated conveyor and belt mechanisms perform the sorting function independently, maintaining uniform sorting criteria and eliminating variability associated with manual labor.
2Productivity
If bevel gear mechanism is used, then sorting function is achieved, but noise pollution increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the noisy bevel gear mechanism with a belt-driven conveyor system. The belt conveyor achieves the same sorting function through a different mechanical approach that operates quietly, eliminating the noise pollution associated with gear engagement while maintaining sorting productivity.
3Ease of operation
If chain and sprocket structure is used, then conveyor movement is achieved, but maintenance complexity and downtime increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chain and sprocket conveyor structure with a belt conveyor system. The belt conveyor eliminates the need for chain tension adjustment and sprocket maintenance, reducing maintenance complexity and downtime while maintaining smooth conveyor operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent removes the chain and sprocket components from the conveyor system, extracting the problematic elements that require maintenance. The belt conveyor achieves conveyor movement without these components, eliminating the need for tension adjustment and associated maintenance activities.
4Stability of the object's composition
If manual tension adjustment is required, then chain stability is maintained, but work time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chain-based conveyor that requires tension adjustment with a belt conveyor system. The belt conveyor maintains stability without requiring manual tension adjustment, eliminating the time loss associated with maintenance activities while preserving conveyor stability.
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 reliable, efficient, and quiet sorting with reduced downtime, eliminating the need for manual adjustments and creating a more comfortable working environment.
Implementation Method 1
a transfer conveyor configured to transfer products in one direction while a plurality of LNB sorters are installed in the form of an endless track; wherein the transfer conveyor may be rotated in the form of an endless track by electromagnets installed in the respective sorters
Implementation Method 2
LNB sorters configured to sort and discharge the products in a direction orthogonal to the moving direction of the transfer conveyor
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides an automatic logistics sorting apparatus including LNB sorters. The automatic logistics sorting apparatus includes: a transfer conveyor configured such that a plurality of LNB sorters spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance are installed in the form of an endless track in order to transfer the products in one direction; LNB sorters configured to sort and discharge the products in a direction orthogonal to the moving direction of the transfer conveyor; a wireless communicator installed in each of the LNB sorters in order to enable wireless communication with a server so that the products can be sorted in a direction orthogonal to the transfer conveyor; and a power connection unit installed to supply power to the wireless communicator and the roller motor that are installed on the LNB sorter.