Variable Configuration Saw Blade Sharpening Device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing saw blade sharpening devices require multiple machine concepts and parts for different diameters, leading to complex and expensive production due to their specialized designs.
Innovation Solution
A modular device with a variable configuration, including a machine base, storage module, processing unit, and workpiece receiving device, allowing the storage module to pivot relative to the machine base or be fixed, and the workpiece receiving device to pivot relative to the storage module, enabling flexible attachment and processing of saw blades of varying sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple machine concepts and parts are used for different saw blade diameters, then the device can handle various workpiece sizes, but the production becomes complex and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal machine base that can accommodate different saw blade diameters through a standardized mounting interface. The machine base includes a universal chuck mechanism that can be adjusted to hold various workpiece sizes, eliminating the need for multiple specialized machine concepts. This multi-functional design allows a single machine structure to perform sharpening operations on different saw blade diameters, directly reducing production complexity while maintaining versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The device is divided into modular components including a universal machine base, interchangeable mounting adapters, and adjustable sharpening mechanisms. Each module can be independently configured for different workpiece sizes, allowing the system to handle various saw blade diameters without requiring complete machine redesign. This segmentation enables flexible reconfiguration while maintaining a core standardized platform
2Manufacturing precision
If specialized machine structures are designed for specific applications, then the sharpening precision is optimized, but the production cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs adjustable parameters within the universal machine structure, including variable chuck jaw positions, adjustable sharpening wheel distances, and configurable feed rates. These parameters can be modified to optimize sharpening precision for different saw blade diameters and types without requiring specialized machine structures. The standardized platform maintains precision through parameter adjustment rather than structural specialization, reducing manufacturing complexity and cost
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device (10) with variable configuration for machining workpieces, in particular for sharpening saw blades, comprising: - a machine base (12, 70) for mounting the device (10) on a substrate, - a bearing module (18) with a bearing point (20) that can be mounted on the machine base (12, 70), - a machining unit (22, 32) that can be mounted on the machine base (12, 70) by means of the bearing module (18), and - a workpiece holding device for receiving workpieces to be machined, wherein the bearing point (20) of the bearing module (18) is configured to optionally - in a first configuration of the device (101) mount the bearing module (18) on the machine base (12, 70) so as to be pivotable about the bearing point (20) relative to the machine base (12, 70), and - in a second configuration of the device (102) in which the The storage module (18) is permanently attached to the machine base (70),to mount the workpiece holding device in a pivotable manner relative to the bearing module (18).