Magnetic Coupling Tool Feedback for Positioning and Degaussing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Magnetic coupling devices used in robotics and industrial automation face challenges in providing real-time feedback on the quality of magnetic coupling and positioning, and require separate processing steps for degaussing ferromagnetic workpieces, which complicates integration and operation.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic coupling tool with integrated magnetic field sensors and a logic control circuit that monitors and adjusts the magnetic flux to ensure secure coupling and positioning, and includes degaussing functionality to remove residual magnetism using alternating magnetic fields.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If magnetic coupling devices are used to secure ferromagnetic workpieces, then the workpiece can be held securely, but real-time feedback on coupling quality and positioning is not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates sensors that detect magnetic field strength and provide real-time feedback on the quality of magnetic coupling and positioning of the workpiece. This feedback loop allows the system to monitor coupling status continuously and adjust as needed, resolving the contradiction between secure coupling and information availability.
2Object-generated harmful factors
If separate processing steps are used for degaussing ferromagnetic workpieces, then residual magnetism can be removed, but device complexity and integration difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the degaussing function directly into the magnetic coupling device by incorporating a degaussing coil that can be activated through the same control system. This merging of functions allows residual magnetism to be removed without requiring separate processing equipment, thereby reducing device complexity and improving integration while still effectively eliminating harmful residual magnetism.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate functions are used for magnetic coupling and degaussing, then each function can be optimized independently, but productivity and operational efficiency decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the magnetic coupling device to perform multiple functions - magnetic coupling, sensing, and degaussing - all through a single integrated system controlled by one controller. This multi-functionality allows the device to maintain adaptability and versatility for different operations while improving productivity by eliminating the need for separate processing steps and reducing operational complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables real-time monitoring and adjustment of magnetic coupling quality, ensuring secure and precise positioning of ferromagnetic workpieces, and simplifies the degaussing process by integrating it into the tool's operation, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing additional processing steps.
Implementation Method 1
at least one magnetic field sensor supported by the housing, wherein a magnetic field sensor of the at least one magnetic field sensor is positioned to monitor a first magnetic flux associated with the first workpiece engagement surface or a second magnetic flux associated with the second workpiece engagement surface
Implementation Method 2
includes degaussing functionality to remove residual magnetism using alternating magnetic fields
Data Source
AI summary
Magnetic coupling devices are disclosed having magnetic field sensors. The magnetic coupling device may include a calibration module for calibrating the magnetic coupling devices.