Compact Robot Binding Apparatus for Coil Packaging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing coil binding apparatuses are inefficient in space utilization and increase initial investment costs, while also hindering worker movement and safety due to their large size and layout.
Innovation Solution
A robot binding apparatus for coil packaging, comprising a grip unit, a grip robot, a head unit, and a head robot, which reduces the size of the binding process equipment, allowing for effective space utilization and safer working conditions by integrating the functions of band gripping, winding, and fastening into a compact system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If separate apparatuses are used for conveying, lifting, and binding the coil, then each function can be performed independently, but the space occupation increases and initial investment costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the conveying apparatus, lifting apparatus, and binding apparatus into a single integrated robot system. The robot arm performs all three functions sequentially - conveying the coil to the packaging position, lifting it to the required height, and executing the binding operation - thereby reducing the total space occupation and equipment investment costs while maintaining operational independence through programmable control
2Ease of operation
If separate apparatuses are used for conveying, lifting, and binding the coil, then each function can be performed independently, but the initial investment costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple separate apparatuses (conveying, lifting, and binding equipment) into a single robot system with a unified control unit. This consolidation reduces the total number of independent devices required, lowering initial investment costs while maintaining the ability to perform each function independently through programmable sequences
Solution Approach 2:
The robot system is designed as a multi-functional apparatus that can perform conveying, lifting, and binding operations with a single device. This universal design eliminates the need for multiple specialized apparatuses, reducing equipment investment costs while preserving operational independence through software control
3Productivity
If large apparatuses are used for coil packaging, then the binding process can be performed, but the movement path and working space for workers are hindered
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines conveying, lifting, and binding functions into a single compact robot system, significantly reducing the space occupation compared to separate large apparatuses. This integrated design maintains full binding process capability while creating adequate movement paths and working spaces for workers in the surrounding area
4Productivity
If large apparatuses are used for coil packaging, then the binding process can be performed, but worker safety is compromised due to restricted movement space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates conveying, lifting, and binding operations into a single compact robot system that occupies minimal space. This reduction in apparatus size creates sufficient movement space for workers, eliminating safety hazards associated with restricted movement while maintaining complete binding process capability through the robot's multi-functional design
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AI summary
A robot binding apparatus for coil packaging includes: a grip unit that grips a band used for packaging a coil; a grip robot that supports the grip unit, rotates the grip unit seizing the band at the periphery of the coil to make the band wound on the coil, and moves the band to a fastening position; a head unit that provides the band to the grip unit and fastens the band at the band fastening position; and a head robot that supports the head unit and moves the head unit to the band fastening position.