Wheel Engraving Equipment Rolling Mechanism

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional methods for engraving information on forged aluminum alloy wheels, such as using pneumatic markers, are inefficient and produce unclear results.

Innovation Solution

The development of wheel engraving equipment that includes a complex system of servo motors, cylinders, guide rails, and synchronous belts to enable rolling engraving on the inner rim and lower flange of wheels, allowing for quick content changes and high automation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If traditional pneumatic marker method is used for engraving wheel information, then the equipment structure is simple, but the engraving efficiency is low and the engraving effect is unclear

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveengraving effectVSAvoidequipment structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the traditional pneumatic marker mechanical system with a rolling engraving system that uses rotating engraving rollers to imprint information on the wheel inner rim. This substitution enables clear and efficient engraving through mechanical rolling contact, resolving the contradiction between engraving quality and equipment complexity.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces dynamic elements including adjustable engraving rollers that can be positioned at different locations and rotated at controlled speeds. The system dynamically adapts to different wheel sizes and engraving requirements through adjustable mechanisms, achieving high-quality engraving while maintaining operational flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Productivity

If traditional pneumatic marker method is used for engraving, then the equipment structure is simple, but the engraving efficiency is low

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveengraving efficiencyVSAvoidequipment structure
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the slow pneumatic marker with a rolling engraving mechanism that continuously contacts and rotates against the wheel inner rim. This mechanical rolling system dramatically increases engraving speed and efficiency, producing clear impressions in a fraction of the time required by traditional methods.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The engraving rollers maintain continuous contact with the rotating wheel inner rim, ensuring uninterrupted engraving action. This continuous rolling process eliminates the intermittent operation of traditional markers, significantly improving productivity while maintaining consistent engraving quality throughout the wheel circumference.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

3Productivity

If rolling engraving system with multiple components is implemented, then the engraving quality is clear and efficient, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveengraving efficiencyVSAvoidsystem components
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent designs the engraving rollers to serve multiple functions: they can be adjusted to different positions for various wheel sizes, rotated at different speeds for different engraving depths, and configured with different roller patterns for various information types. This multi-functionality reduces the need for multiple specialized components, managing system complexity while maintaining high productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent divides the engraving system into modular components including separate adjustable rollers, independent drive mechanisms, and distinct positioning systems. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and facilitates easy maintenance and adjustment, managing overall system complexity while achieving high engraving efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentUS10828689B2Wheel engraving equipment
Publication Date: 2020.11.10 CITIC DICASTAL CO LTD
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AI summary

The present application discloses wheel engraving equipment, which includes a lower lifting system, lower flange engraving systems, inner rim engraving systems, a wheel positioning and clamping system, an upper lifting and rotating system, a synchronous clamping and rotating system and the like.