Tillage Deflector Adjustment Mechanism for Rapid Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tillage modules require complex and time-consuming adjustments of deflector devices relative to the working device, often necessitating the use of additional tools and complete dismantling of bolts, making the process cumbersome and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A tillage module with an integrated adjustment means that allows for translational adjustments along a longitudinal and transverse axis and rotational adjustments around a vertical axis without the need for additional tools or dismantling, enabling simultaneous or selective adjustments to simplify the positioning of deflector devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional adjustment mechanisms are used for deflector devices, then positioning accuracy can be achieved, but the adjustment process becomes complex and time-consuming requiring multiple tools and dismantling operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple adjustment functions (longitudinal translation, transverse translation, and rotational adjustment) into a single integrated adjustment device. This single device allows all positioning adjustments to be performed simultaneously or selectively without requiring separate mechanisms, thereby reducing the number of tools needed and simplifying the adjustment process while maintaining precise positioning capability
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment device is designed to perform multiple functions: it can adjust the deflector device's position along the longitudinal axis, transverse axis, and rotate it around the vertical axis. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate adjustment mechanisms for each degree of freedom, reducing operational complexity while preserving positioning accuracy
2Manufacturing precision
If multiple separate adjustment mechanisms are provided for each degree of freedom, then precise control is achieved, but the number of components and tools required increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates three separate adjustment functions (longitudinal positioning, transverse positioning, and rotational positioning) into a single unified adjustment device. This consolidation reduces the total number of components and eliminates the need for multiple separate tools, while the device maintains the capability to achieve precise control over all three degrees of freedom through its integrated mechanism
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment device incorporates a locking mechanism that can selectively lock or release different adjustment axes. This dynamic capability allows the operator to lock certain axes while adjusting others, enabling precise control during the adjustment process while maintaining device simplicity through a unified structure rather than multiple fixed mechanisms
3Reliability
If traditional bolt dismantling is required for adjustments, then secure fixation is ensured, but the adjustment time and handling effort increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional bolt-and-nut mechanical fastening system with a cam-based locking mechanism. This cam mechanism can rapidly secure or release the deflector device in all three degrees of freedom simultaneously or selectively, eliminating the need for multiple bolts and the time-consuming process of tightening and loosening them, while maintaining secure fixation during operation
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment device is designed so that the cam mechanism pre-positions and pre-locks the deflector device in the desired configuration before final securing. This preliminary action allows for rapid adjustment without requiring the operator to manually position multiple bolts and nuts, significantly reducing adjustment time while ensuring reliable fixation is achieved before operation begins
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AI summary
A tillage module with a deflector device equipped with an advanced adjustment means, and an agricultural machine having at least one such module. The present invention relates to a tillage module (1) comprising a support structure (2), a working device (3) mounted on the support structure (2), and at least one deflector device (4), said at least one deflector device (4) being mounted on the support structure (2) in a manner movable relative to the working device (3). The tillage module (1) is notable in that it is provided with an adjustment means (12) for adjusting said at least one deflector device (4) in translation along a longitudinal axis (X), in translation along a transverse axis, and in rotation about a vertical axis (Z). The present invention also relates to a tillage machine comprising at least one tillage module.