Magnetic Shaft Component Supply Layout for Compact Installation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shaft-like component supply devices are not compact due to the separate arrangement of air cylinders and drive mechanisms, which complicates installation and increases space requirements.
Innovation Solution
The device integrates air cylinders and drive mechanisms into a single holding member mounted near the end of the outer cylinder, allowing for compact arrangement and collective integration of drive means.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If air cylinders and drive mechanisms are arranged separately, then each component can be independently positioned for optimal function, but the overall device occupies more space and becomes less compact
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple drive mechanisms (first drive mechanism for the holding piece and second drive mechanism for the magnet) into a single integrated drive unit. This merging allows both functions to be controlled from one location, reducing the overall space required while maintaining independent controllability of each component through separate control signals to the integrated unit.
2Area of stationary object
If drive mechanisms are integrated into a single holding member, then device compactness is improved and space usage is minimized, but the complexity of the integrated mechanism increases
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated drive unit is designed with modular segmentation, where the first and second drive mechanisms are distinct functional modules within the same housing. This segmentation allows for easier manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance while achieving compact integration. Each module can be independently controlled and replaced if needed, reducing the practical complexity despite the integrated form.
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 enables a more compact supply device installation, even in space-constrained environments, by collecting drive mechanisms and air hoses into a single area, minimizing space usage and interference with nearby devices.
Implementation Method 1
A magnet (permanent magnet) 9 is embedded near the distal end surface 6 of the supply rod 5 to attract and hold the flange 3 of the bolt 1 on the distal end surface 6
Implementation Method 2
A piston rod 12 of an air cylinder 11 coupled to an end part of the outer cylinder 10 is connected to the supply rod 5
Data Source
AI summary
A shaft-like component supply device has a form in which a component supply pipe and an outer cylinder are intersected at an acute angle and coupled. A supply rod holds and advances a shaft-like component at a distal end and releases the shaft-like component at a target location. Meanwhile, component transfer from the outlet hole of the component supply pipe to the distal end of the supply rod is performed by the attraction force of a magnet. The supply rod includes an inner shaft mounted with a magnet and a hollow shaft. A first drive device that advances and retracts a holding piece and a second drive device that pulls back the magnet of the inner shaft in a direction away from the distal end of the supply rod are coupled to a single holding member mounted near a distal end part of an outer cylinder.