Modular Programming Device for Munition Bodies
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing programming devices are limited to programming specific types of munition bodies, restricting their application range and requiring multiple devices for different types of munition bodies.
Innovation Solution
A modular programming device with interchangeable programming heads, including contactless and contact programming heads, that can be easily exchanged and automated, allowing for the programming of various munition body types using a single device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single programming device is used for multiple munition body types, then the application range is improved, but the device complexity increases due to the need for interchangeable programming heads
Solution Approach 1:
The programming device is segmented into a base unit and interchangeable programming head modules. Each programming head is a separate, self-contained unit that can be detached and replaced. This segmentation allows the system to handle multiple munition body types by swapping heads rather than designing a completely different device for each type, thus improving adaptability while keeping the base unit simple and reusable.
Solution Approach 2:
The base programming device is designed with universal functionality that can work with different programming heads. The holding device and control unit serve multiple purposes across different munition types. This multi-functionality approach allows a single base device to support various munition body types through interchangeable heads, improving application range without proportionally increasing overall device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple programming heads are provided for different munition body types, then the adaptability is improved, but the quantity of components increases
Solution Approach 1:
The programming heads are extracted as separate, removable modules from the main device. This extraction allows the programming heads to be stored independently when not in use, and only the necessary head for the current task needs to be attached. This reduces the quantity of programming heads that need to be present in the operational area, as they can be stored on-demand rather than all being permanently mounted.
Solution Approach 2:
The programming device transitions from a static, single-function design to a dynamic, reconfigurable system. The ability to quickly attach and detach different programming heads allows the system to adapt its configuration based on the specific munition body type being programmed. This dynamic reconfiguration reduces the need to have all possible programming heads simultaneously available, as the system can change its state to match the task requirements.
3Ease of operation
If programming heads are easily exchangeable without tools, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability of connection may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism and connection interface are merged into an integrated assembly. The locking feature is built into the connection structure itself, combining the functions of attachment and securing in a single mechanism. This integration allows the programming head to be firmly connected to the holding device through a simple hand-operated locking action, achieving both easy exchangeability and reliable connection without requiring separate tool-operated locking steps.
4Productivity
If automatic exchange of programming heads is implemented, then the productivity is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The programming head exchange mechanism is designed to be self-servicing where possible. The holding device automatically detects when a programming head is attached or removed, and the control unit automatically selects and activates the appropriate programming head based on the munition body type being programmed. This self-service capability enables automatic exchange functionality without requiring complex manual intervention mechanisms, thus improving productivity while limiting the increase in device complexity to only what is necessary for automated detection and selection.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables reliable programming of multiple munition body types with a single device, enhancing versatility and efficiency by allowing quick selection and automatic exchange of programming heads, reducing the need for multiple devices and minimizing manual intervention.
Implementation Method 1
Munition bodies which can be programmed in a contactless manner via an inductive programming device are known in the art
Data Source
AI summary
A programming device for programming of munition bodies, including a retaining device to which a programming head for transmitting programming data to the munition bodies is fastened, the programming head begin designed as an interchangeable programming head module. The invention further relates to a projectile rammer having a programming device and to a method for programming a munition body.