Rotatable Vehicle Panel Stand for Single-Operator Painting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle body panel painting processes require both sides of the panel to be removed for painting, which is inefficient and labor-intensive, especially when handled by a single operator.
Innovation Solution
A rotatable painting stand with adjustable arms and an actuator that allows secure support and full rotation of vehicle panels, enabling access to both sides, with features like a spring-loaded latch and adjustable mounts for various angles and sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If both sides of the panel are removed for painting, then complete painting access is achieved, but labor intensity and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The painting stand employs a rotatable support structure that dynamically changes the panel's orientation from horizontal (for front painting) to vertical (for rear painting). This dynamic repositioning eliminates the need to remove panels while providing complete painting access, resolving the contradiction between painting completeness and efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The painting stand acts as an intermediary device between the vehicle and the painter. It provides stable support and controlled rotation, enabling the painter to access both sides of the panel without removal. This intermediary mechanism maintains painting quality while significantly improving workflow efficiency
2Ease of operation
If multiple operators are used for panel handling, then handling capability is improved, but labor cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The painting stand is designed with self-adjusting features including automatic locking mechanisms and spring-loaded latches that secure the panel without requiring multiple operators. The structure provides inherent stability and ease of operation, enabling a single operator to safely and efficiently handle large panels throughout the painting process
3Stability of the object's composition
If the panel is secured firmly to the stand, then stability is improved, but rotation smoothness may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The painting stand employs a dynamic locking system with adjustable latches that can be engaged or disengaged as needed. During rotation, the latches are disengaged to allow smooth movement, and then re-engaged at the desired position to provide stable support. This dynamic approach maintains both rotation smoothness and panel stability
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient single-operator handling of large vehicle panels, reducing labor and cost by allowing seamless painting in one session without taping, while accommodating different panel sizes and shapes.
Implementation Method 1
the actuator may comprise a latch that is spring loaded and configured to slip into a series of holes on a rotating wheel, allowing it to lock in place
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus for manipulating a vehicle part. Some embodiments may comprise a first strut comprising a shaft, a second strut comprising a spindle, and a support coupled to the shaft and to the spindle. A mounting beam may be coupled to the support beam. A first mount may be coupled to a first portion of the mounting beam, and a second mount may be coupled to a second portion of the mounting beam. A third mount may be coupled to the support beam. An actuator may be coupled to the shaft and configured to rotate the shaft so that the support beam rotates around the spindle, thereby rotating a vehicle part coupled to the first mount, the second mount, and the third mount.