Ultrasonic Tape Film Winding State Evaluation

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Solution Overview

Problem

The existing methods for evaluating the winding state of tape films rely on subjective sensory evaluations, which are unreliable and can lead to deformation or unwinding during transportation and storage, as they do not provide an objective or quantitative assessment of the winding quality.

Innovation Solution

The method involves generating ultrasonic waves parallel to the core's axis and analyzing the attenuation rate of these waves to determine the winding state, allowing for objective and quantitative evaluation of the tape film's winding quality, and adjusting the winding conditions based on these results to prevent deformation and unwinding.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If sensory evaluation methods (visual observation or manual contact) are used to assess winding state, then the evaluation process is simple and requires no special equipment, but the evaluation is subjective and unreliable, leading to deformation or unwinding during transportation and storage

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereliability of winding state evaluationVSAvoidcomplexity of evaluation equipment
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical sensory evaluation system (human vision and touch) with an ultrasonic wave-based detection system. Ultrasonic waves are transmitted through the tape film wound on the core, and the attenuation characteristics of these waves are measured to objectively assess the winding state, thereby eliminating subjectivity while maintaining practical device complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the evaluation parameter from subjective sensory indicators to objective physical parameters by measuring the attenuation rate of ultrasonic waves. This parameter change enables quantitative and reproducible assessment of winding quality, directly improving reliability without requiring overly complex equipment

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Manufacturing precision

If variable rotational torque of winding motor is applied to continuously change tension force during winding, then the winding quality can be improved, but the control system becomes more complex and difficult to optimize

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprecision of winding stateVSAvoidcomplexity of winding control system
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the ultrasonic attenuation rate is measured after winding, and this measurement is fed back to adjust the winding conditions. This closed-loop feedback system enables continuous optimization of winding precision without requiring overly complex real-time control during the winding process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent performs preliminary winding with standard conditions, then uses ultrasonic measurement to evaluate the winding state before making adjustments. This preliminary action approach allows optimization of winding precision through iterative adjustments based on objective measurements rather than complex real-time control

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Stability of the object's composition

If touch roller position is adjusted according to winding diameter to maintain support, then the winding stability can be improved, but the mechanical adjustment mechanism becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestability of winding structureVSAvoidcomplexity of mechanical adjustment mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical touch roller adjustment system with an ultrasonic wave-based detection and evaluation system. By measuring ultrasonic attenuation characteristics, the system can objectively assess winding stability without requiring complex mechanical adjustments during the winding process

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Manufacturing precision

If press roller pressure is controlled at beginning and end of winding process, then the winding quality at critical points can be improved, but the control system requires additional sensors and actuators

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprecision of winding state at critical pointsVSAvoidcomplexity of pressure control system
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses ultrasonic attenuation measurements to provide feedback on the winding state, including at critical points like the beginning and end of the winding process. This feedback enables optimization of press roller pressure control without requiring additional complex sensing and actuation systems beyond the ultrasonic measurement capability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

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 approach enables precise and objective determination of the tape film's winding state, optimizing the winding conditions to ensure a stable and secure winding that prevents unwinding during transport and storage.

Implementation Method 1

generating ultrasonic waves toward a tape film wound onto a core, in a direction parallel to an axis of rotation of the core, receiving the reflected or transmitted waves, to determine an attenuation rate of the ultrasonic waves due to the tape film

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectUltrasonic wave attenuation: Ultrasound

Data Source

PatentUS8289810B2Winding state evaluation method for tape film and winding method for tape film
Publication Date: 2012.10.16 DENKA CO LTD
  • US8289810B2 patent drawing
  • US8289810B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A winding state evaluation method of a tape film includes a step of determining the attenuation rate of ultrasonic wave for the tape film (2) by sending an ultrasonic wave to the tape film (2) in parallel with the direction of the axis of rotation of a core (1) and receiving its reflected wave or transmitted wave, and a step of evaluating the winding state of the tape film (2) from the distribution state of the attenuation rate in the tape film (2). The method can judge the winding state of the tape film objectively by presenting its numerical representation concretely without relying upon sensual evaluation.