Structuring Die Handling Device Integration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing matrices for structuring building surfaces are cumbersome to handle and position due to the need for manual movement and orientation with support parts, especially when they are rolled up for transport.

Innovation Solution

Integration of a handling device directly on the die, specifically on its transverse edge, allowing for easy movement, orientation, and unrolling without disrupting the three-dimensional structure, featuring elongated holes for enhanced handling.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If the die is provided with a handling device integrated on its transverse edge, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvehandling and positioning of the dieVSAvoidstructure of the die

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The handling device is merged with the die by integrating it directly onto the transverse edge of the die body. This combination eliminates the need for separate handling equipment and allows the die to be easily grasped, moved, and positioned during operation, particularly when unrolling from a rolled-up state for transport.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The handling device is segmented into multiple elongated holes arranged in the longitudinal direction of the extension section. This segmentation provides multiple grasp points for different hand positions and forces, enabling versatile handling operations while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Ease of operation

If the handling device is designed as a structure-free extension section with elongated holes, then the ease of operation is improved, but the manufacturing precision requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvehandling during unrolling and positioningVSAvoidintegration of extension section with die

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The extension section is merged integrally with the die as a single component without separate fastening elements. This integral design ensures that the handling device moves as one piece with the die, eliminating relative motion and ensuring precise positioning during handling and unrolling operations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Quantity of substance

If the die is transported in a rolled-up state, then the loss of space is reduced, but the ease of operation during unrolling deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvetransport space efficiencyVSAvoidunrolling and deployment of the die

Core Design Contradiction:

Quantity of substanceVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The handling device with elongated holes is prepared in advance on the transverse edge of the die, enabling easy grasping and control during the unrolling process. This preliminary preparation of the handling structure allows operators to easily manage the die as it transitions from the rolled-up transport state to the deployed working state.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentEP4464485A1Die for structuring building surfaces

Publication Date: 2024.11.20 RECKLI GMBH

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AI summary

A matrix (1) for structuring building surfaces has a structuring layer (2) by means of which a building surface can be designed with a three-dimensional structure. To facilitate the handling of the matrix (1), the matrix (1) has a handling device (3) by means of which the matrix (1) can be held, moved, lifted and lowered.