Lateral Displacement Mechanism for Floor Conveyor Trolley Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing transport trolleys connected to floor conveyor systems require precise alignment and cannot easily move laterally or at variable distances, limiting their flexibility and usability.
Innovation Solution
A transport trolley with a laterally displaceable double rail system and a lowerable cylindrical coupling rod that can be accommodated in a receptacle of the floor conveyor system, allowing for lateral movement and connection to a push plate, with an optional triggering mechanism for decoupling in case of obstacles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed coupling mechanism is used to connect the trolley to the floor conveyor system, then the connection is stable and reliable, but the trolley cannot move laterally or at variable distances
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling rod is made laterally displaceable relative to the trolley frame through guides, transforming the connection from a fixed static structure to a dynamic one that can adapt its position while maintaining connection stability. The coupling rod can move laterally to accommodate different positions on the push plate while remaining reliably connected.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection device is divided into separate functional components: the coupling rod for connection, the guides for lateral movement control, and the bridge for vertical guidance. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, enabling lateral movement while maintaining connection reliability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a laterally displaceable rail system is used to enable lateral movement, then the trolley gains flexibility, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The guides serve multiple functions: they constrain the lateral movement of the coupling rod, provide structural support, and guide the vertical displacement of the coupling rod during connection. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components, thereby limiting the increase in device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling rod is nested within the bridge structure, which itself is integrated with the guides. This nested arrangement allows the components to work together in a compact configuration, reducing overall device complexity while still providing the necessary lateral movement capability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the coupling rod is lowered to connect to the push plate, then the connection can be made at variable distances, but the risk of collision with obstacles increases
Solution Approach 1:
The triggering mechanism is pre-positioned on the coupling rod to detect obstacles before significant collision occurs. When an obstacle is detected during the lowering process, the mechanism automatically triggers decoupling, preventing harmful collisions while allowing variable distance connection capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The triggering mechanism provides preliminary anti-action by detecting potential collision hazards and initiating decoupling before actual harmful contact occurs. This preventive approach allows the coupling rod to lower to variable distances while mitigating the risk of collision damage.
Data Source
AI summary
The transport trolley (1) has a trolley frame (3) that is provided for positioning transported elements. A roller (5) is provided for displacing transport trolley. The trolley frame is moved sideways relative to floor transportation system (2) by lath (7,8) and is lowered from lath by connecting rod (9). The connecting rod is provided for placing an annular extension element (10) to the floor-level transportation system.