Multi-Tool Machining Layout for Complex Geometry Workpieces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing machining devices with multiple tools often have complex and unreliable designs, making them difficult to implement efficiently for forming complex workpiece geometries.
Innovation Solution
A machining device with a storage device featuring a base body that allows multiple machining tools to be mounted on different sections, enabling simultaneous machining of a workpiece with lateral and end machining capabilities, and a machining center for quick tool changes, facilitating the integration of various machining processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple machining tools are arranged on a central bearing body, then complex workpiece geometries can be machined, but the functional and structural design becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The machining device is divided into separate functional units: a first machining unit with a first machining tool for lateral machining, and a second machining unit with a second machining tool for end-face machining. Each unit can be independently mounted on the machine tool bed, allowing complex workpiece geometries to be machined through coordinated operation of simplified modular components rather than a single complex multi-tool assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from arranging multiple tools on a single central bearing body (one-dimensional arrangement) to distributing machining tools across different spatial locations and orientations (multi-dimensional arrangement). The first machining tool is positioned for lateral machining while the second machining tool is positioned for end-face machining, utilizing different spatial dimensions to achieve complex geometry machining with simpler individual tool designs.
2Loss of time
If multiple machining tools are integrated on a single base body, then tool change time is reduced, but the mounting and structural design becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The machine tool bed is designed with universal mounting capabilities that can accommodate both the first machining unit and the second machining unit. The bed structure includes multiple mounting positions and interfaces that can hold different types of machining tools, enabling quick tool changes by simply moving between predefined mounting locations rather than dealing with complex integrated tool systems.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple machining units are pre-mounted on the machine tool bed at designated positions before operation. The first machining unit and second machining unit are both prepared and positioned in advance on the bed, allowing the operator to quickly switch between them during machining operations without requiring complex tool changing mechanisms or reconfiguration.
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AI summary
Machining device (1) for machining a workpiece (3), comprising a first machining tool (4) for machining a workpiece (3) to be machined by means of the machining device (1) and at least one second machining tool (5) for machining the workpiece (3) or a second workpiece (3) to be machined by means of the machining device (1), as well as a bearing device (6) for bearing the first machining tool (4) and the at least one second machining tool (5), wherein the bearing device (6) comprises a base body (7), wherein the first machining tool (4) is arranged or formed on a first base body section (7a) and the at least one second machining tool (5) is arranged or formed on a second base body section (7b) different from the first base body section (7a).