Mobile Metal Shredder with Dual-Stage Feed to Prevent Explosions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Shredders used in metal recycling face the risk of explosions due to the introduction of flammable materials, posing a safety hazard for operators and property.
Innovation Solution
A movable shredder with a feed device incorporating a hopper and two toothed rollers rotating at different speeds, a shredding mill with hammers, and an evacuation device, powered by a single motor and controlled by a variable-flow hydraulic clutch and measurement systems, to manage the shredding process safely.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If high-speed rotating hammers are used to shred material, then productivity is improved, but the risk of explosions increases due to sparks and heat generation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by introducing a slow-speed crushing stage before the high-speed shredding process. Material is first fed through rollers that crush it at low speed (2-3 rpm) to reduce size and eliminate flammable materials, then the crushed material is fed to the high-speed hammers (8-11 rpm) for final shredding. This preliminary low-speed processing eliminates the harmful effect of sparks and heat generation while maintaining high productivity in the subsequent shredding stage.
2Reliability
If separate machines are used for prior shredding and main shredding, then safety is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the previously separate prior shredding machine and main shredding machine into a single integrated device. The slow-speed crushing rollers and high-speed hammer shredding system are combined in one machine, with material flowing continuously from the crushing section to the shredding section. This integration maintains the safety benefits of separate processing stages while reducing device complexity and eliminating the need for multiple standalone machines.
3Adaptability or versatility
If oversized motors are designed for both crushing and shredding functions, then adaptability is improved, but energy efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by using a single motor that dynamically adjusts its power output through a variable-flow hydraulic clutch. The motor operates at full capacity during high-speed shredding when maximum power is needed, and automatically reduces power during low-speed crushing when less power is required. This dynamic power adjustment maintains adaptability for both functions while significantly improving energy efficiency compared to using an oversized motor at reduced capacity throughout.
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 system prevents explosions by pre-shredding materials at low speed, optimizing motor use and ensuring safe operation by adjusting power distribution based on load, thereby enhancing safety and efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
controlled by a variable-flow hydraulic clutch and measurement systems, to manage the shredding process safely
Implementation Method 2
controlled by a variable-flow hydraulic clutch and measurement systems, to manage the shredding process safely
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AI summary
The invention relates to a movable shredder for metallic materials, which comprises: a feed device; a shredding mill with a plurality of hammers connected to a rotor; an evacuation device; and an actuation device. According to the invention, the feed device comprises a hopper and a crusher with a first toothed roller and a second toothed roller that rotates in the opposite direction to the first roller and at a higher speed; the actuation device comprises a single motor; and the shredder comprises a control system with a plurality of hydraulic pumps for moving the rollers and a variable-flow hydraulic clutch for moving the rotor, the plurality of hydraulic pumps and the hydraulic clutch being joined to the motor, wherein the control system is configured to change the rotation speed of the toothed rollers according to the load of the motor connected to the shredding mill, wherein and the devices are mounted on a chassis.