Panel Sizing Machine Air Nozzle Chip Removal
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing panel dividing systems face inefficiencies during scratch cuts, as they generate a large amount of sawdust that needs to be manually removed, leading to increased cycle times and dust exposure for machine operators.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating air nozzles near the dividing line that generate directed air jets parallel to the support table to efficiently transport chips away from the cutting area, reducing the need for manual removal and enhancing the cleanliness of the support table.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If scratch cut is performed with saw blade, then edge processing is achieved, but large amount of sawdust remains on support table requiring manual removal
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical chip removal system with a pneumatic system. Air nozzles positioned near the dividing line generate directed air jets that automatically transport chips away from the cutting area, eliminating the need for manual broom or compressed air gun intervention and reducing cycle time.
Solution Approach 2:
The chip removal system becomes self-service through the automated pneumatic transport mechanism. The air jets continuously and automatically remove chips from the support table without requiring operator intervention, making the system self-sufficient in maintaining operational efficiency.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If manual chip removal is performed, then support table is cleaned, but cycle time increases and operator dust exposure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual chip removal operations with an automated pneumatic system. Air nozzles generate directed air jets that continuously transport chips away from the cutting area, eliminating operator exposure to dust and removing the time loss associated with manual intervention.
3Productivity
If air nozzles are arranged in upper side of support table, then chip transport efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by positioning air nozzles specifically in the upper side of the support table in the area of the dividing line, where chip generation occurs. This localized placement optimizes chip transport efficiency precisely where needed without requiring complex system-wide modifications.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes pneumatic principles by employing air nozzles that generate directed air jets. The pneumatic system efficiently transports chips through controlled air flow, achieving high chip removal effectiveness while maintaining relatively simple device architecture compared to mechanical alternatives.
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
This solution significantly reduces cycle times and minimizes dust on the support table, improving operational efficiency and reducing operator exposure to dust by automating chip removal.
Implementation Method 1
at least one air nozzle in the area of the dividing line, which generates a directed air jet that points in a desired direction parallel to the support table
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AI summary
The invention relates to a panel dividing system for dividing panel-shaped workpieces, comprising a support table (12) for supporting the workpieces and a dividing line, along which the workpieces are divided. According to the invention, the system has at least one air nozzle (46) in the region of at least the dividing line, said air nozzle generating an air jet (40) with a central axis (84) which has a component (86) that is parallel to the upper face of the support table (12) and points in a desired direction.