Sandwich-Type Support Structure for Modular Juicing Unit Cleaning
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automatic juicing machines require frequent and complex cleaning processes due to the need to disassemble individual elements, which slows down operations and increases the risk of losing parts during assembly and disassembly.
Innovation Solution
A sandwich-type support system that securely holds the juicing unit as a single block, comprising two plates with different recesses and a removable rod for easy assembly and disassembly, allowing all elements to be handled and cleaned collectively, with anchoring means for secure attachment to the machine.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If individual elements of the juicing unit are disassembled for cleaning, then cleaning effectiveness is improved, but cleaning time and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The juicing unit is divided into modular components (drums, wedges, blade assembly) that can be independently removed from the support structure. Each component can be detached and cleaned separately, allowing thorough cleaning of individual elements while maintaining organized reassembly through the support structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure acts as an intermediary framework that holds all juicing unit components in a organized manner. This intermediary structure enables easy access to each component for cleaning while preventing loss of parts, as components can be removed and reattached to the same support structure.
2Ease of operation
If multiple individual elements are handled separately during assembly and disassembly, then maintenance and cleaning access is improved, but risk of losing parts and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure merges multiple individual component holding functions into a single integrated framework. All juicing unit elements (drums, wedges, blade assembly) are combined and held by this common support structure, allowing them to be handled as a coordinated group rather than completely separate items.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: it holds and organizes all juicing unit components, provides a framework for easy access during maintenance, acts as a storage rack when components are removed, and guides proper reassembly. This multi-functional design reduces overall system complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
Juicing unit having a support for an automatic juicing machine of the type in which the juicing unit comprises one or more female drums that move synchronously with one or more male drums that allows easy removal of the juicing unit as a whole for cleaning, such that the support comprises two plates with different openings that sandwich between them the main elements of the juicing unit such as the male and female drums, both plates being joined by at least one removable rod that is fastened via an anchor that allows a strong coupling and easy opening, such plates additionally comprising elements for anchoring to other elements of the juicing unit as well as elements for anchoring to the main body of the juicing machine.