Segmented Reel Cleaning Element for Replaceable Abrasive Bars
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing reel cleaning solutions, such as the one disclosed in CN 201455047 U, are inefficient in determining wear on pressure rollers, leading to premature replacement of cleaning elements and increased operational costs, posing safety risks and hindering metal strip production.
Innovation Solution
A reel cleaning element with a cylindrical carrier body featuring equidistantly distributed bars and detachable abrasive elements, such as brushes or brush plates, which can be adjusted in length and position to match specific soiling patterns, allowing for targeted cleaning and cost-effective maintenance by replacing only worn parts.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If a continuous cleaning layer is used on the cleaning element, then the cleaning surface is continuous and covers the entire area, but the cleaning element cannot be selectively replaced and must be replaced entirely when worn
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning element is divided into multiple individual abrasive elements (brush plates) that are distributed around the circumference of the carrier body. Each abrasive element can be independently replaced when worn, rather than replacing the entire cleaning element. This segmentation allows selective replacement of only the worn portions while maintaining the continuous cleaning function through the distributed arrangement of multiple elements.
2Ease of manufacture
If all abrasive elements are made with the same length, then the manufacturing is simple and cost-effective, but the cleaning performance cannot be optimized for different soiling patterns
Solution Approach 1:
The abrasive elements are designed with different lengths according to the specific cleaning requirements. The central area of the cleaning element has longer abrasive elements to handle heavy soiling, while the outer areas have shorter elements for lighter soiling. This local differentiation optimizes cleaning performance for different soiling patterns while still allowing cost-effective production through standardized components.
3Device complexity
If the cleaning element is designed with fixed abrasive elements, then the structure is simple, but the cleaning effectiveness cannot be optimized for specific cleaning tasks
Solution Approach 1:
The abrasive elements are designed to be detachably connected to the carrier body through beams, allowing them to be dynamically adjusted or replaced based on specific cleaning tasks. This dynamic configuration enables the cleaning element to be adapted to different cleaning requirements without changing the basic carrier structure, maintaining simplicity while enhancing versatility.
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
This solution enables optimal cleaning performance while minimizing costs by allowing for targeted replacement of worn abrasive elements, reducing the need for frequent replacements and ensuring safety by eliminating the need for personnel to enter the reel device for cleaning.
Implementation Method 1
a number of abrasive elements which are arranged on the outer circumference of the carrier body
Data Source
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AI summary
The invention relates to a reel cleaning element (1) for cleaning a reel device (2). To optimize the cleaning of a reel device, the invention provides that the cleaning element comprises: a carrier body (3) with a substantially cylindrical outer contour and a number of abrasive elements (4) arranged on the outer circumference of the carrier body (3).