Automated Wheel Center Bore Detection Using Go-No-Go Gauge and Sensor
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional methods for controlling the size of wheel center bores in the wheel machining production process are inefficient and cannot keep pace with modern automatic production modes, necessitating an automated online detection system.
Innovation Solution
A wheel center bore detection device comprising an upper crossbeam, guide posts, air cylinders, centering pins, and a programmable logic controller (PLC) that uses go/no go gauges and sensors to accurately and automatically determine if the wheel center bore size is qualified, allowing for real-time size verification.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional manual detection method using go/no go gauge is adopted, then detection accuracy can be ensured, but production efficiency deteriorates due to inability to achieve full automation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional manual mechanical detection method with an automated detection system that uses a sensor to detect the position of the go/no go gauge as it passes through the wheel center bore. The sensor converts the mechanical passage detection into an electrical signal that is processed by a control system, eliminating manual operation while maintaining detection accuracy and enabling automated production flow.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection device is designed to automatically perform the detection function without requiring operator intervention. The go/no no gauge automatically passes through the wheel center bore under mechanical drive, and the sensor automatically detects and records the passage, allowing the system to serve itself and maintain continuous automated operation.
2Reliability
If 100% detection on wheel center bore is implemented, then quality control is improved, but detection time increases due to manual operation requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual detection operations with an automated sensor-based system that can perform 100% detection without adding time to the production process. The sensor continuously monitors the passage of the go/no go gauge, enabling every wheel to be detected automatically as it passes through the detection device, maintaining quality control while eliminating detection time delays.
3Extent of automation
If automated detection system is introduced, then production automation is improved, but device complexity increases due to additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The detection device integrates multiple functions into a single compact unit: the go/no go gauge performs both the measurement function and the signaling function, while the sensor serves as both the detection element and the signal conversion element. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed and simplifies the overall device structure while maintaining full automation capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a sensor as an intermediary element that bridges the mechanical go/no go gauge and the electronic control system. This intermediary converts mechanical positional information into electrical signals, enabling automated detection without requiring complex direct integration between mechanical and electronic systems, thus reducing overall device complexity.
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
The device ensures high accuracy, efficiency, and reliability in detecting qualified wheel center bore sizes, enhancing production safety and automation by accurately determining whether the wheel center bore size meets specifications.
Implementation Method 1
the piston rod of the air cylinder moves downwards under the action of compressed air
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AI summary
A wheel center bore size qualification detection device includes an upper crossbeam, large guide posts, small guide posts, a center go/no go gauge no go end, a center go/no go gauge go end, small guide sleeves, large guide sleeves, a stand, jaws, small air cylinders, a coupling flange A, a coupling flange B, a lower crossbeam, bases, a large air cylinder, a centering pin A, centering pins B, a mobile sensor bracket, a mobile sensor, a detection connecting rod and bracket, a backing plate, connecting bolts and a fixed plate. The device provided has the characteristics of accurate location, practical structure, high detection accuracy, high efficiency, work safety and reliability and the like.