Pivotable Power Tool Adapter with Bevel Gear Transmission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing power tool adapters lack the ability to efficiently transmit torque at various angles, limiting their versatility and accuracy when working with different types of tools and workpieces.
Innovation Solution
An angled adapter with a housing and transmission assembly that converts input torque from a power tool to an output torque on a tool bit, featuring a pivotable design and bevel gears to accommodate multiple angles, along with a handle assembly for improved stability and a lighting element for enhanced visibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional straight adapter is used, then the structure is simple, but the versatility and accuracy when working with different types of tools and workpieces is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter incorporates a pivotable tool bit adapter section that can rotate relative to the housing at multiple angles, allowing the adapter to dynamically adjust its configuration to accommodate different workpiece orientations and tool types while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter is divided into distinct sections: a housing section, a pivotable tool bit adapter section, and a handle assembly, allowing each section to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall simplicity
2Adaptability or versatility
If the power tool is positioned at various angles relative to the workpiece, then the versatility and accuracy of operation is improved, but the stability during operation may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The handle assembly is designed to be movable relative to the housing, allowing the operator to adjust the handle position to achieve optimal stability and control while the tool bit adapter maintains its angled positioning capability
Solution Approach 2:
The separation of the handle assembly from the housing allows independent optimization of stability (handle positioning) and angular capability (tool bit adapter positioning) without compromising either function
3Ease of operation
If additional features like lighting element and handle assembly are added, then the ease of operation and visibility are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The additional components (lighting element, handle assembly) serve multiple functions: the lighting element provides illumination and can serve as a position indicator, while the handle assembly provides both grip and stability, reducing the need for separate components
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables precise and versatile operation by allowing the power tool to be positioned at various angles relative to the workpiece, improving stability and illumination, thus enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of power tool operations.
Implementation Method 1
a transmission assembly positioned within the housing, the transmission assembly configured to convert an input torque about the first axis from the tool to an output torque about the second axis acting on the tool bit
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AI summary
A device may include a housing. A device may include a shank supported by the housing, the shank extending along a first axis and including a tool coupling portion configured to couple to the tool. A device may include a tool bit adapter supported by the housing along a second axis, the tool bit adapter being pivotable relative to the housing such that the second axis is disposed at a plurality of angles relative to the first axis. A device may include a transmission assembly positioned within the housing, the transmission assembly configured to convert an input torque about the first axis from the tool to an output torque about the second axis acting on the tool bit.