Rotary Engraving Support Assembly for Fast Multi-Size Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing rotary laser engraving devices struggle to easily accommodate objects of varying lengths, shapes, and diameters, requiring time-consuming and costly adjustments, and often lack suitable low-profile vertical adjustment assemblies.
Innovation Solution
A rotary laser engraving device with a frame assembly that includes offset support assemblies with driven and free rollers, allowing for longitudinal and vertical adjustments, and a low-profile vertical adjustment mechanism to support and rotate objects of different sizes and shapes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional support devices are used, then objects can be engraved, but the devices require costly and time-consuming adjustments to accommodate objects of varying lengths, shapes, and diameters
Solution Approach 1:
The support device incorporates movable and adjustable components including a movable support post that can slide along the central bar, adjustable support members with varying heights, and reconfigurable end supports. These dynamic elements allow the device to adapt its configuration to match different object dimensions and shapes without requiring complete disassembly or costly modifications.
Solution Approach 2:
The support device is divided into multiple independent segments including a central bar, transverse bars, movable support post, and adjustable support members. Each segment can be independently positioned and configured to accommodate different object requirements, enabling versatile adaptation while maintaining structural integrity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional support devices are used, then objects can be engraved, but the devices require costly and time-consuming adjustments to change between different objects
Solution Approach 1:
The support device is designed as a universal system where the same central bar, support members, and adjustment mechanisms can accommodate multiple different object types including cylindrical, irregular, and varying diameter objects. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for specialized support devices for each object type, reducing overall costs.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows continuous adjustment of key parameters including the position of the movable support post along the central bar, the height of adjustable support members, and the configuration of end supports. These parameter changes enable the device to adapt to different object dimensions without requiring physical modification or replacement of components.
3Manufacturing precision
If standard vertical adjustment assemblies are used, then proper positioning can be achieved, but clearance with laser head or gantry may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The support device utilizes horizontal adjustment along the central bar and angular positioning of transverse bars to achieve proper object positioning without requiring excessive vertical height. By distributing adjustment capabilities across multiple dimensions (horizontal position, vertical height, angular orientation), the device maintains positioning accuracy while reducing vertical profile.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable support post and adjustable support members provide dynamic positioning capabilities that allow the device to achieve precise object placement with minimized vertical clearance. The adjustable components can be configured to match the specific height requirements of different objects while maintaining adequate clearance above the laser head.
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AI summary
A rotary laser engraving device comprises a frame having a centroidal axis and comprising a central bar arranged in a longitudinal direction and off set horizontally from the centroidal axis, a first support assembly carried by the frame for supporting a first end of an associated object to be engraved, a second support assembly carried by the frame for supporting a second end of the associated object to be engraved, a longitudinal adjustment mechanism carried by the frame and being configured to restrict movement of the second support assembly in a longitudinal direction along the central bar, and a vertical adjustment mechanism carried by the frame and being configured to move the second support assembly vertically with respect to the central bar.