Modular Machine Platform With Interchangeable Work Modules
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current machine configurations require separate machines for different tasks, leading to inefficiencies such as time loss, increased stock costs, and inactive machines due to the need for specific designs and components, which limits versatility and adaptability.
Innovation Solution
A modular machine configuration system that allows various components and equipment to be fixed to a platform with four-wheel drive and rotation capabilities, enabling rapid formation of different machines by interconnecting modular units like generators, hydraulic modules, and operator cabinets, with automatic control and quick connections for efficient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate machines are purchased for different tasks, then each machine can be optimized for its specific function, but it leads to increased stock costs, time loss, and formation of inactive machines
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal machine platform that can perform multiple different tasks by attaching various functional modules. The base machine includes a chassis, power unit, and control system that can support different work equipment such as loaders, excavators, cranes, and agricultural implements, eliminating the need to purchase separate specialized machines for each task.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the machine system into modular components: a universal base platform and interchangeable functional modules. Each module can be independently attached or detached from the base machine, allowing rapid reconfiguration for different tasks without redesigning the entire machine system.
2Reliability
If separate machines are purchased for different tasks, then each machine can be optimized for its specific function, but it leads to increased stock costs and waiting time for distribution
Solution Approach 1:
The patent pre-configures a universal base machine with all necessary power transmission, hydraulic, and control systems. Functional modules are pre-built and standardized, allowing them to be quickly attached to the base machine without requiring assembly or customization, thus eliminating distribution waiting time.
3Reliability
If separate machines are purchased for different tasks, then each machine can be optimized for its specific function, but it leads to formation of inactive machines
Solution Approach 1:
The universal base machine is designed to accommodate multiple types of functional modules through standardized mounting interfaces, hydraulic connections, and control systems. This allows a single machine to be adapted for various tasks including loading, digging, lifting, and agricultural work, maximizing versatility while maintaining functional optimization through module-specific design.
4Adaptability or versatility
If a modular configuration system is implemented, then machine versatility and production speed are improved, but the chassis structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent simplifies chassis complexity by segmenting the system into a standardized base platform and separate functional modules. The base chassis includes universal mounting points, hydraulic manifolds, and control interfaces that remain constant, while the complex task-specific components are isolated in detachable modules, making the overall system easier to manage and maintain.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a machine configuration system (100) which can realize the different works, realized by work machines, industrial machines, agricultural machines, military vehicles, remotely-controlled, autonomous, etc. machines, by means of components and equipments having capability of fixation to various locations of the main chassis (1) and main chassis (1) with track (2a) or single type, four-wheel drive and platform with rotation through four wheels (2).