Reversible Disc Plow with Pivoting Module Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional disc reversible plows require a large number of plow modules, leading to high material usage, weight, and fuel consumption, with inefficient use of modules as only half can be utilized during plowing, and complex adjustment mechanisms for optimal plowing conditions.
Innovation Solution
A single-row disc reversible plow design with a pivoting unit that allows double pivotability, eliminating the need for additional adjustment mechanisms by maintaining identical lead and camber angles for both plowing directions, and utilizing a plow module carrier connected via a pivoting unit to a drive vehicle, which pivots the plow modules from one position to another without separate adjustments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional disc reversible plows use multiple plow modules arranged on both sides of the base frame, then the plow can cultivate area from one side by alternating directions, but the material usage and weight increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The plow is divided into a base frame and multiple interchangeable plow modules. Each module is a self-contained unit with cutting elements that can be independently attached or removed. This segmentation allows the plow to function with fewer modules at any given time, reducing material usage while maintaining reversible plowing capability through selective module attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
The plow modules are designed as universal, interchangeable units that can be used on both sides of the base frame. The same module design can be attached to either the left or right side of the base frame, allowing a single set of modules to serve multiple positions and functions, thereby reducing the total number of modules needed compared to having dedicated modules for each side.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional disc reversible plows have plow modules on both sides of the base frame, then reversible plowing is enabled, but the plow weight increases leading to higher fuel consumption
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the plow into a lightweight base frame and interchangeable modules, the system reduces overall weight when fewer modules are attached. The modular design allows the operator to attach only the necessary number of modules for the current task, minimizing weight while maintaining reversible plowing functionality, thus reducing fuel consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The plow system transitions from a static, fixed configuration with all modules permanently attached to a dynamic, reconfigurable system where modules can be added or removed based on operational needs. This dynamic adaptability allows the plow weight to be optimized for each specific task, reducing energy consumption when full capacity is not required.
3Ease of repair
If conventional disc reversible plows use interchangeable plow modules, then module replacement is possible, but complex adjustment mechanisms are required to maintain optimal plowing conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The plow modules are pre-configured with cutting elements and support structures positioned at optimal angles and locations during manufacturing. This preliminary configuration eliminates the need for complex field adjustments when modules are replaced or reattached, as the modules come ready-to-use with pre-set optimal geometry for plowing operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The modular design with standardized attachment interfaces allows the plow modules to be self-configuring when attached to the base frame. The geometry and positioning of cutting elements on each module are designed to automatically achieve optimal plowing conditions upon attachment, without requiring additional adjustment mechanisms or complex alignment procedures.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a reversible disc plow (1) which has a plow module (2) that is designed to be replaceable in the form of a ready-mounted unit and is connected to a plow module support (3). Each plow module (2) has a first rotatable cutting element (4) in the form of a cutting disc, by means of which a lateral region of a soil ridge in the ground (5) is cut upon plowing in the respective plowing direction (6, 7), and a second cutting element (8), which follows the first cutting element and by means of which a region of the soil ridge is cut off upon plowing in the respective direction. The reversible disc plow (1) has a single-row design, wherein the plow module support (3) is connected to a connection unit (10) in order to connect the plow module support to a drive vehicle without the presence of a plow beam and with the sole interposition of a pivoting unit (9). The pivoting unit (9) is designed to be double pivotal such that when transitioning from a first plowing direction (6) to a second plowing direction (7), the plow module support (3) together with the at least one plow module (2) can be pivoted from the first position (11) thereof to the opposite second position (12) with respect to the connection unit (10) and can additionally be pivoted in the opposite pivoting direction relative to the longitudinal axis (15) of the plow module support (3) in the second position (12). The pivoting movement is now carried out to such an extent that the lead angle (16) and the camber angle (17) of the first cutting element (4) are identical to said angles so that the angles (16, 17) are identical in both working positions (11, 12) without requiring a separate adjustment of both cutting elements (4, 8).