Pipe Clamping Mechanism With Integrated Rotating Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing clamping and placing devices for pipes face inefficiencies in releasing and repositioning, as additional mechanisms are required to remove pipes, leading to uncontrolled movements and reduced efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A clamping and placing device with a bearing mechanism and clamping mechanism, featuring rotating clamping members and pushing members that rotate to clamp and release pipes efficiently, along with sensors for precise positioning and a lifting mechanism for smooth ejection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If an additional mechanism is used to remove pipes from the clamping and placing device, then the pipe removal function is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the clamping function and the pushing function into a single integrated mechanism. The clamping member and pushing member share the same rotational axis and are driven by the same rotating mechanism, allowing both functions to be performed simultaneously without requiring separate mechanisms for each operation.
2Device complexity
If the clamping and placing device releases pipes without a pushing mechanism, then the device complexity is reduced, but the pipes may roll away after releasing resulting in low efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The pushing member is positioned to contact the pipe before the clamping member releases it. As the rotating member rotates, the pushing member proactively pushes the pipe outward along the bearing area before the clamping force is completely released, preventing uncontrolled rolling and ensuring controlled, efficient pipe removal.
3Reliability
If separate mechanisms are used for clamping and releasing pipes, then the clamping function is reliable, but the time required for releasing pipes increases
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating mechanism continuously performs both clamping and pushing actions in a single rotational motion. As the rotating member turns, the clamping member maintains grip on the pipe while the pushing member simultaneously pushes the pipe along the bearing area, achieving both functions in one continuous action rather than requiring separate sequential operations.
Data Source
AI summary
The present application pertains to the field of pipe transport and relates to a clamping and placing device for clamping and releasing a pipe. The clamping and placing device comprises a bearing mechanism and a clamping and placing mechanism. The bearing mechanism includes a bearing seat provided with a bearing area. The clamping and placing mechanism includes a first clamping member, a second clamping member, a first pushing member, a first rotating member, and a second rotating member. The second clamping member and the first clamping member are configured to clamp the pipe in the bearing area. The first pushing member is configured to rotate through the bearing area to push the pipe out of the bearing area. The first rotating member is connected to the first pushing member and is configured to drive the first pushing member to rotate. The clamping and placing device facilitates rapid pipe release.