Orthogonal Positioning Clamp for High-Accuracy Mechanical Fixing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing positioning and fixing apparatuses lack sufficient clamping force and accuracy in positioning objects such as workpiece pallets and molds.
Innovation Solution
A positioning and fixing apparatus that includes a rod member fixed to a first mechanism, a cylinder mechanism in a second mechanism, and reference surfaces for orthogonal positioning, allowing relative movement and clamping force application to achieve precise positioning and fixing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If a positioning and fixing apparatus uses a fixed structure with separate positioning and clamping components, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the positioning accuracy and clamping force are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the positioning function and clamping function into a single integrated member. The clamping member includes both a clamping surface for applying clamping force and a positioning surface for providing positioning reference, eliminating the need for separate positioning and clamping components. This integration improves positioning accuracy and clamping force while maintaining structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping member is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides clamping force through the clamping surface, positioning reference through the positioning surface, and can be moved between clamped and unclamped positions. This multi-functionality allows a single component to replace what would traditionally require multiple separate components, improving both accuracy and simplicity.
2Manufacturing precision
If the apparatus uses multiple separate components for positioning in different directions, then positioning accuracy in multiple directions is achieved, but the device complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple positioning functions into a single clamping member. The positioning surface is configured to provide positioning reference in directions orthogonal to the clamping direction, allowing one component to perform what would traditionally require multiple separate positioning components. This reduces device complexity while maintaining multi-directional positioning accuracy.
3Manufacturing precision
If the apparatus uses a movable second member with reference surfaces, then positioning accuracy is improved and space is utilized effectively, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping member is designed to be movable rather than fixed, allowing it to transition between clamped and unclamped positions. This dynamic capability enables the positioning surface to engage with the rod member for accurate positioning when needed, while allowing the member to move freely when not clamping. The movability improves positioning accuracy without requiring complex fixed positioning mechanisms.
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 apparatus provides enhanced clamping force and significantly accurate positioning by utilizing a movable second member with reference surfaces for orthogonal directions, enabling effective utilization of limited space for precise alignment and fixation.
Implementation Method 1
The cylinder mechanism is capable of attracting the rod member in the first direction toward the second mechanism
Data Source
AI summary
A positioning and fixing apparatus comprises a rod member fixed to a first mechanism, a cylinder mechanism provided in a second mechanism, a first member having a first reference surface serving as a reference for positioning in a first direction, and a second member abutting against the rod member and having a second reference surface serving as a reference for positioning at least in a second direction orthogonal to the first direction. The second member is movable relative to the first member at least in the first direction. The cylinder mechanism is capable of attracting the rod member in the first direction toward the second mechanism.