Modular Assembling Die Blocks for Fast Matrix Die Positioning

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing assembling die blocks are bulky and inflexible, leading to inefficiencies in handling and assembly processes, making it difficult to quickly and correctly assemble elements to form desired objects.

Innovation Solution

A modular assembling die block system where matching dies are associated with main dies using process information, including main and matching code information, to indicate relative positions, allowing for quick and correct assembly of elements to a target member.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a traditional assembling die block is used, then the structure is stable and reliable, but the volume is large and the handling is inconvenient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvehandling convenienceVSAvoiddie block volume
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSVolume of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The die block is divided into multiple independent dies (first die, second die, third die, fourth die) that can be separately handled and positioned. Each die has specific mounting sections and code information, allowing them to be assembled in a modular fashion rather than as a single large block, thereby improving handling convenience while maintaining structural stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Productivity

If a traditional assembling die block is used, then the structure is stable, but it cannot be changed easily and assembling efficiency is affected

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveassembling efficiencyVSAvoidchangeability
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The die configuration is made dynamic and adjustable through the code information system. The first, second, third, and fourth dies can be repositioned and reconfigured based on different process information requirements. The mounting sections and code matching allow for flexible reassembly, enabling the same die set to adapt to different assembling tasks, thereby improving both productivity and changeability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Speed

If matching dies are associated with main dies using code information, then the assembly speed is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveassembly speedVSAvoidcode information system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Instead of using complex mechanical interlocking or precision positioning mechanisms, the patent uses simple code information (main code and matching code) printed or marked on each die. These codes serve as informational copies that guide the association process. The codes can be read and processed by automated systems or manually matched, providing a simple yet effective way to speed up assembly without significantly increasing physical device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Data Source

PatentUS11794292B2Assembling die block and assembling apparatus using the same
Publication Date: 2023.10.24 WANG TING JUI
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AI summary

An assembling die block includes a first main die having at least one first mounting section; a second main die having at least one second mounting section; at least one first matching die respectively having a first mating section to be correspondingly associated with the at least one first mounting section; and at least one second matching die respectively having a second mating section to be correspondingly associated with the at least one second mounting section. Wherein, there is a plurality of first mounting sections arrayed in a matrix; or there is a plurality of second mounting sections arrayed in a matrix; or there is a plurality of first mounting sections arrayed in a matrix and a plurality of second mounting sections arrayed in a matrix. An assembling apparatus using the above assembling die block is also disclosed.