Pivoting Head Tool Probe Arrangement for Interference-Free Workpiece Processing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing apparatus for processing and measuring workpieces with cutting teeth face interference issues due to the inconvenient positioning of measuring probes and processing tools, limiting their range of use and effectiveness.
Innovation Solution
The processing tool and measuring probe are positioned on opposite sides of the pivoting head, allowing for independent movement and angular adjustment to avoid interference, enabling flexible access and measurement of workpieces with different configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the measuring probe and processing tool are arranged on the same side of the pivoting head, then the structure is compact, but they interfere with each other during processing and measurement operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from arranging components on the same side (2D plane) to opposite sides of the pivoting head (3D spatial distribution). The processing tool projects from one side of the pivoting head while the measuring probe projects from the opposite side with respect to the pivot axis, utilizing spatial separation to eliminate interference while maintaining operational accessibility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the measuring probe and processing tool are staggered by 90 degrees, then both components can be mounted on the pivoting head, but they still stand in the way during certain processing situations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent moves from 90-degree staggering within the same plane to opposite-side arrangement across the pivot axis, creating greater spatial separation. This dimensional repositioning allows both the processing tool and measuring probe to access the workpiece from different directions without obstructing each other's paths.
3Ease of operation
If the processing tool and measuring probe are positioned to avoid interference, then operational convenience is improved, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the processing tool and measuring probe into a single integrated pivoting head assembly. By mounting both components on the same pivoting head structure but on opposite sides, the design achieves interference-free operation while maintaining structural unity, avoiding the need for separate mounting mechanisms that would increase complexity.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an apparatus (10) for processing and measuring workpieces, in particular plate-shaped or cylindrical workpieces, which are provided with cutting teeth (S), with a machine base (12), a processing and measuring device (14) which can be moved relative to the machine base (12), and a workpiece positioning device (16) which can be moved relative to the machine base (12), wherein the processing and measuring device (14) has a pivoting head (26) which can be moved relative to the machine base (12) such that it can pivot about a pivot axis (E1), wherein a processing tool (28) and a measuring probe (30) are provided on the pivoting head (26). In this case provision is made for the processing tool (28) to project from one side of the pivoting head (26) and for the measuring probe (30) to project from the side of the pivoting head (26) which is opposite with respect to the pivot axis (E1).