Motorized Lute With Motor-Driven Oscillating Plates for Faster Grading
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current grading and leveling tools, such as manual lutes, are manually intensive and time-consuming, requiring significant effort and taking too long to complete.
Innovation Solution
A motorized lute with a first and second plate, where the second plate is slidably coupled to the first plate and oscillated laterally by a motor, equipped with wheels and a lute pole for efficient grading and leveling.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual lutes are used for grading and leveling, then the tool structure is simple, but the operation time and labor intensity are high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical pulling system with an electric motor-driven oscillation system. The motor assembly generates lateral oscillating motion that drives the toothed plates to grade and level the ground surface automatically, eliminating the need for manual pulling while significantly increasing productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic oscillating motion to the traditionally static or slowly moved toothed plates. The motor assembly causes the second plate to oscillate laterally relative to the first plate, creating dynamic cutting and leveling action that dramatically improves grading and leveling speed compared to static manual operation.
2Loss of time
If manual pulling of lute is used, then the device is simple, but the time required to complete grading is too long
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical pulling with an automated electric motor system. The motor assembly generates the oscillating motion that drives the toothed plates across the ground surface, eliminating the time-consuming manual pulling operation while reducing operational complexity to basic control of the motor and direction.
Solution Approach 2:
The motor-driven oscillating plates enable continuous grading and leveling operation without the interruptions and fatigue associated with manual pulling. The motor can maintain consistent oscillating motion throughout the grading process, significantly reducing the total time required to complete the task.
3Ease of operation
If manual lute operation is used, then the tool is simple, but labor intensity is high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the high-labor manual pulling operation with an electric motor-driven system. The motor assembly generates the oscillating motion that performs the grading and leveling work, transferring the physical labor from the operator to the motor, thereby reducing labor intensity while maintaining or improving productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The motor assembly automatically generates the oscillating motion and drives the toothed plates to perform grading and leveling without requiring continuous manual input. The system serves itself by using the motor's oscillating action to propel the plates and perform the grading function, eliminating the need for manual pulling effort.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The motorized lute provides faster and more efficient grading and leveling of ground surfaces, preventing substance buildup like algae and calcium, and maintaining a flat surface.
Implementation Method 1
A motor is configured to provide a lateral force on the second plate and thereby causing horizontal oscillation of the second plate
Data Source
AI summary
A motorized lute includes a first plate having a first plurality of teeth and a second plate having a second plurality of teeth. The second plate is slidably coupled to the first plate. A motor assembly is configured to engage the second plate provide a lateral force to the second plate and cause horizontal oscillation of said second plate. Wheels are disposed on each side of the first and second plate. A lute pole is coupled to the first plate and includes a primary handle and actuator for controlling speed and power of the motor.