Universal Robotic Milling Arm for Oscillating Workpieces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional milling tool systems lack interchangeability of arm tip tools and are not robust to adapt to the oscillation of machined parts, leading to machining errors.
Innovation Solution
A universal milling machine assembly tool with interchangeable robotic arm assembly tools that can oscillate and adapt to various motions, including synthesis oscillation, linear motion, and multiple axes, to accommodate different workpiece types.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional milling tool systems are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the tools lack interchangeability and cannot adapt to oscillation of machined parts
Solution Approach 1:
The robotic arm assembly is designed with a universal tool interface that can accommodate multiple different milling tools and workpiece types. The base coupler and articulating joints create a standardized mounting system that enables tool interchangeability while maintaining consistent performance across different tool configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates articulating joints with defined ranges of motion that allow the robotic arm to dynamically adapt to workpiece oscillation during machining. The joints enable real-time positional adjustments to compensate for vibrations and maintain machining precision despite workpiece movement.
2Adaptability or versatility
If interchangeable tools are implemented, then versatility and adaptability improve, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A universal base coupler design serves as a standardized interface for all tool attachments. This single coupler type can mount various milling tools, end effectors, and specialized attachments, enabling tool interchangeability without requiring multiple specialized mounting mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The robotic arm assembly is divided into modular components: base coupler, articulating joints, connecting rods, and tool interfaces. Each segment can be independently configured or replaced, simplifying the implementation of tool interchangeability while managing overall system complexity through modular architecture.
3Manufacturing precision
If the system adapts to workpiece oscillation, then machining precision is maintained, but the control system becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The articulating joints incorporate sensors and control mechanisms that detect workpiece position and oscillation in real-time. This feedback is used to dynamically adjust the arm positioning and tool orientation, maintaining machining precision by compensating for workpiece movement during the machining process.
Solution Approach 2:
The control system enables dynamic adjustment of the robotic arm's articulating joints during machining operations. The joints can change their range of motion and positioning in real-time to track and compensate for workpiece oscillation, maintaining precision without requiring overly complex predictive control algorithms.
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AI summary
A universal milling assembly tool is disclosed. The tool includes a tool body frame; a robotic arm assembly base attached to the tool body frame; robotic arm assembly base couplers positioned on the robotic arm assembly base; articulating robotic arm assemblies connected to the robotic arm assembly base couplers, where the robotic arm assemblies include an attachment end for each of the one or more robotic arm assemblies to the robotic arm assembly base couplers; robotic arm assembly connecting rods connected to each other through articulating joints along the robotic arm assemblies; an attachment end for each of the robotic arm assemblies, and interchangeable robotic arm milling assembly machining tools attachable to the attachment end for each of the robotic arm assemblies.