Vibrating Screen Panel Securing Device with Thread-Forming Stub
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing securing devices for vibrating screens, such as those described in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,871,288 and 6,957,741, while functional, do not offer optimal performance for securely attaching and easily removable resiliently deformable panels, particularly in mineral ore separation processes.
Innovation Solution
A securing device comprising a body with a securing means, a hole for receiving a pin, and a stub for engaging a socket in the support frame, along with a flange for tightening, which allows for improved attachment and removal of screening panels by forming a thread upon screwing into the frame, enhancing the holding mechanism.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing securing devices are used to attach screen panels, then the panels can be held in place, but the attachment is not sufficiently secure and durable
Solution Approach 1:
The securing device is divided into distinct functional components: a body portion, a securing means at the upper end, a hole for receiving a pin, and a stub at the lower end for engaging the support frame. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function optimally, with the stub providing strong engagement with the frame while the securing means provides secure attachment to the panel.
Solution Approach 2:
The stub is formed as a blank in which a thread is cut by the action of screwing the securing device into the socket in the frame. This preliminary threading action creates a secure threaded engagement before the securing device is fully installed, ensuring strong and reliable attachment from the outset.
2Reliability
If screen panels are securely attached, then durability is improved, but removal and replacement becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The securing device is designed to provide dynamic attachment characteristics - strong and secure during operation, but easily removable when needed. The threaded stub engagement allows for easy screwing in and screwing out operations, while the securing means with pin reception provides stable holding during vibration and operation.
3Ease of manufacture
If simple securing mechanisms are used, then ease of manufacture is improved, but attachment performance is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple securing functions are merged into a single integrated body structure. The body combines the securing means for panel engagement, the hole for pin reception, and the stub for frame engagement all in one component. This merging maintains ease of manufacture while achieving reliable attachment performance through the coordinated action of the integrated features.
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 provides a more secure and efficient method for attaching and removing screening panels, improving performance by forming a thread upon screwing into the frame, thus enhancing the durability and ease of replacement of screen panels in vibrating screens.
Implementation Method 1
the stub is formed as a blank in which a thread is cut by the action of screwing the securing device into the socket in the frame
Implementation Method 2
a securing means at an upper part of the body for mating with a complementary securing cavity on the screening panel
Implementation Method 3
a hole formed in the upper part of the body adjacent the securing means for receiving a pin of the screening panel
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AI summary
A securing device for securing a screening panel to a support frame of a vibrating screen assembly. The securing device has a body with a securing means at one end and a stub at the lower end. The securing means is shaped to mate with a complementary securing cavity in the screening panel and has a hole that receives a pin located in the securing cavity. The stub may be threaded to engage the support frame.