Rosin Press Platen Layout for Uniform Extraction and Collection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing rosin presses face issues with non-uniform pressure distribution, manual collection methods that lead to waste and safety hazards, lack of wireless connectivity, and inadequate safety features, limiting efficiency and size of the press.
Innovation Solution
The rosin press incorporates a gutter rail collection system for efficient rosin collection, multiple driving mechanisms for uniform pressure distribution, wireless connectivity via Bluetooth and WIFI, and safety features like ultrasonic sensors and temperature monitoring to enhance safety and efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of substance
If manual collection methods using parchment paper are used, then rosin can be collected, but waste increases and safety hazards occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the rosin collection function from the manual parchment paper method and integrates it directly into the press system through integrated collection trays and gutter rails, eliminating the need for manual handling and reducing both waste and safety hazards
Solution Approach 2:
The press system performs self-collection of rosin through integrated collection trays and gutter rails that automatically channel and collect rosin during pressing, eliminating manual intervention and improving both safety and efficiency
2Stability of the object's composition
If single driving mechanism is used, then device complexity is reduced, but pressure distribution becomes non-uniform
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the driving mechanism into multiple independent actuators (hydraulic pistons or pneumatic cylinders) distributed across the press, allowing each to independently control pressure in its region and achieve uniform overall pressure distribution
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single-point or single-line pressure application to a distributed two-dimensional array of driving mechanisms, ensuring uniform pressure across the entire pressing surface
3Productivity
If larger press size is implemented, then extraction capacity increases, but pressure distribution becomes more difficult to maintain uniformly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides large press into multiple smaller pressure zones, each controlled by its own driving mechanism, allowing independent adjustment to maintain uniform pressure distribution across the entire large pressing surface
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic pressure control where multiple driving mechanisms can independently adjust their force output in real-time to compensate for variations in material distribution and maintain uniform pressure across large press areas
4Adaptability or versatility
If no wireless connectivity is provided, then device complexity is reduced, but remote control and data sharing are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces physical direct-control interfaces with wireless communication systems (Bluetooth, WIFI), allowing remote control and data transmission without mechanical or physical connections
Solution Approach 2:
The patent integrates multiple communication protocols (Bluetooth, WIFI) into a single wireless connectivity system, providing universal remote control capability that can interface with various devices (smartphones, tablets, computers)
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables efficient, safe, and uniform rosin extraction with reduced waste, allows for larger press sizes, and facilitates remote control and data sharing, improving overall rosin press performance and user safety.
Implementation Method 1
a hydraulic pump generates hydraulic pressure to drive an upper platen of the press downward
Implementation Method 2
The plates in a rosin press are typically electrically heated
Implementation Method 3
safety features like ultrasonic sensors and temperature monitoring
Data Source
AI summary
Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for a rosin press that allows improved extraction over existing presses. The press includes improved platens for rosin collection with built-in gutter rail collection systems and well-distributed force on the pressed product and multiple hydraulic rams. In addition, computerized systems are provided for controlling and monitoring the system in an automated fashion, as well as safety features to prevent injury and damage to the product, especially during automated pressing.