Mold Separation Device with Scraping Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mold separation methods involve manual separation using a blade tool, which can damage the molds and result in recesses and uneven glue application during subsequent coating processes.
Innovation Solution
A mold separation device equipped with a carrying mechanism, scraping mechanism, and separation mechanisms that use a vacuum system and adjustable blade tool to safely separate molds while scraping off excess glue, preventing damage and ensuring even coating.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual separation using a blade tool is used, then the separation process can be performed, but the molds may be damaged and recesses may be left on the sub-mold surface
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical blade tool with an automated scraping mechanism that uses a spinning blade to automatically scrape excess glue from the sub-mold surface. This substitution eliminates manual insertion operations that cause mold damage and surface recesses, while maintaining effective glue removal through automated mechanical action.
Solution Approach 2:
The scraping mechanism performs preliminary action by removing excess glue from the sub-mold surface before the molds are separated. This preliminary glue removal prevents glue from interfering with the separation process and eliminates the need for subsequent manual cleaning operations that could damage the mold surfaces.
2Productivity
If a blade tool is inserted between molds for separation, then separation can be achieved, but recesses are left on the sub-mold where the blade is inserted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the insertion-based mechanical separation with a scraping mechanism that spins against the sub-mold surface to remove excess glue. This substitution maintains separation efficiency through automated operation while preserving sub-mold surface flatness by scraping glue off the surface rather than inserting tools into the mold interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The scraping blade is designed to spin dynamically against the sub-mold surface during the separation process. This dynamic scraping action continuously removes excess glue as the molds separate, preventing glue accumulation and maintaining surface flatness without requiring static blade insertion that would create recesses.
3Device complexity
If excess glue is not removed before separation, then the separation process is simpler, but glue fills recesses during subsequent coating processes resulting in insufficient and uneven glue coating
Solution Approach 1:
The scraping mechanism performs preliminary action by removing excess glue from the sub-mold surface before the molds are fully separated and before subsequent coating operations. This preliminary glue removal ensures that the sub-mold surface is clean and ready for uniform glue coating, preventing glue from filling recesses and ensuring consistent coating quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces simple manual separation with an automated scraping mechanism that integrates glue removal into the separation process. This mechanical substitution adds a scraping function that maintains surface quality and prepares the mold for subsequent coating operations, ultimately improving coating uniformity without significantly increasing overall process complexity.
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 device effectively separates molds without causing damage and ensures uniform glue application by scraping off excess glue before separation, addressing the issues of manual separation methods.
Implementation Method 1
A vacuum adsorption force between the first mold and the carrying mechanism is generated when the vacuum on button is pressed
Data Source
AI summary
A mold separation method includes the following steps: providing a mold separation device including a carrying mechanism, a scraping mechanism, and two separation mechanisms, wherein the scraping mechanism is disposed at an edge of the carrying mechanism, and the separation mechanisms are disposed at the edge of the carrying mechanism and are located on two opposite sides of the scraping mechanism; placing a first mold and a second mold bonded to the first mold on the carrying mechanism; causing the scraping mechanism to scrape off a spilled glue produced when the first mold is bonded to the second mold; and after scraping off the spilled glue, causing the separation mechanisms to pull open the first mold and the second mold so that the first mold and the second mold are separated from each other.