Reel Support Release Mechanism for Carrier Tape Loading
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Solution Overview
Problem
The process of releasing a fixing tape from a reel, which secures the tip end side of a carrier tape, requires additional manual steps, increasing the workload for workers.
Innovation Solution
A tape releasing device comprising a reel support section and a release section that automatically releases the fixing tape from the reel, utilizing a gripping mechanism and separation mechanism to facilitate the process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a worker manually releases the fixing tape, then the fixing tape can be removed from the reel, but the number of work steps increases and manual effort is required
Solution Approach 1:
The reel support section is designed to automatically perform the release function. The support section includes a gripping mechanism that automatically grasps the fixing tape and a separation mechanism that automatically separates the fixing tape from the carrier tape, eliminating the need for manual intervention in the release process
Solution Approach 2:
The reel support section is configured to automatically execute the release action when the reel is placed on it. The gripping mechanism and separation mechanism are pre-positioned and automatically activated, performing the release function before the tape loading process begins
2Reliability
If the fixing tape is used to secure the carrier tape, then the tape is firmly held on the reel, but additional manual steps are required to release it
Solution Approach 1:
The reel support section automatically performs both the securing and release functions. The gripping mechanism automatically grasps the fixing tape and the separation mechanism automatically separates it, making the system self-sufficient and eliminating the need for additional manual process steps
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AI summary
A tape releasing device includes a reel support section and a release section. The reel support section is configured to support a reel in which an outer peripheral portion of a spiral tape, where a carrier tape, in which a cover tape that closes an accommodation section that accommodates an electronic component is attached to a base tape provided with the accommodation section, is spirally wound, and a tip end portion of the cover tape are fixed by a fixing tape. The release section releases the fixing tape of the reel supported by the reel support section.