Stamp Axle Bearing Element Integrated Locking Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing self-inking stamps require a large number of individual parts, resulting in high assembly effort and complexity, particularly with manual installation of small components like axle bearing elements and locks.

Innovation Solution

A stamp design where the axle bearing element is pushed into the top part via guide webs and is automatically latched, with a locking head connected via an elastically deformable connecting web, allowing for simple and rapid assembly in a single working step.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If multiple separate parts (axle bearing element, lock, fixing disc) are used to assemble the stamp, then the reliability and functionality of the stamp are improved, but the assembly effort and device complexity increase significantly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefunctional reliabilityVSAvoidassembly complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the axle bearing element and the locking head into a single integrated component. The axle bearing element includes an integrated locking head with a locking protrusion that engages with the locking recess in the top part, eliminating the need for separate locks and fixing discs. This merging reduces the number of parts from multiple components to a single piece, significantly simplifying assembly while maintaining the functional reliability of both bearing and locking mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple small parts like axle bearing element and lock are used, then the stamp functionality is ensured, but manual assembly is required which reduces productivity

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefunctional capabilityVSAvoidassembly productivity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The axle bearing element is designed as a single integrated component that combines both the bearing function and the locking function. The component features a body portion that receives the axle and a locking head with a locking protrusion that engages with the top part. This integration allows the entire assembly to be installed in one operation, enabling automated assembly processes and eliminating the need for manual installation of multiple separate small parts, thereby significantly improving productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Stability of the object's composition

If the axle bearing element is securely fastened with separate locks, then the stability of the stamping position is improved, but the number of parts and assembly steps increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestamping position stabilityVSAvoidnumber of parts
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The locking head is integrated into the axle bearing element as a single component. The locking head includes a locking protrusion that engages with a locking recess in the top part to secure the stamping position. This integration maintains the stability and reliability of the locking mechanism while reducing the number of separate parts from multiple components (axle bearing element, separate lock, fixing disc) to a single integrated piece, thereby simplifying the overall device structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

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 enables quick and easy assembly of the stamp, reducing manual effort and part count, while ensuring secure fastening and operation of the locking head for precise stamping positions.

Implementation Method 1

a locking head for fixing a stamping position is connected to the axle bearing element via an elastically deformable connecting web

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS12202286B2Stamp and axle element for said stamp
Publication Date: 2025.01.21 TRODAT GMBH
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AI summary

The present disclosure relates to a stamp, comprising at least a stamping component and a stamping insert. The stamping component is formed of a top part and a bottom part with a cushion -receiving element and the stamping insert is connected to the top part via a reversing mechanism. The stamping insert is mounted via a continuous axle in an axle bearing element. In the resting position a text plate and/or MB unit (mounted band unit) mounted on the impression unit butts against an ink cartridge with ink pad soaked with stamping ink in the cushion-receiving element and in a stamping process for producing a stamp impression in a stamp position the stamping insert can be shifted by the reversing mechanism into a stamping position. The axle bearing element can be inserted and fastened in the top part via guide webs.