Description:
FORM 2
THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
(39 OF 1970)
&
The Patents Rules, 2003
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
(See section 10; rule 13)

1. Title of the invention – A TOOL ASSEMBLY FOR CNC MACHINE

2. Applicant(s)
(a) NAME : FUTURE TECHNOLOGIES
(b) NATIONALITY: INDIAN
(a) ADDRESS: 35, SAIPRASAD INDUSTRIAL PARK 2, BH CROMA, NEAR RAMOL POLICE STATION, RAMOL CTM ROAD, RAMOL, AHMADABAD-382445, GUJARAT, INDIA

3. PREAMBLE TO THE DESCRIPTION

The following specification particularly describes the invention and the manner in which it is to be performed.

A TOOL ASSEMBLY FOR CNC MACHINE

FIELD OF THE INVENTION:

The present invention relates to the field of stone processing machinery, specifically to an attachment designed for use with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Stone router machines. This invention aims to enhance the functionality and versatility of CNC stone router machines, allowing users to perform various stone processing tasks efficiently, cost-effectively, and rapidly.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:

CNC Stone Machines have brought about a revolutionary change in the stone processing industry, offering unparalleled precision and automation in cutting, shaping, and engraving stone materials. These machines leverage computer numerical control (CNC) technology to automate various processes involved in stone processing, empowering users to craft intricate designs with exceptional accuracy and consistency.

The advent of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) stone machines has ushered in a significant technological transformation in the stone processing industry. These machines have emerged as indispensable tools for shaping, cutting, and engraving stone materials with remarkable efficiency. By utilizing CNC technology, users can achieve precise results while streamlining their stone processing tasks.

However, despite the numerous benefits offered by CNC stone machines, users often encounter challenges when attempting to perform diverse stone processes using a single machine. For instance, a machine optimized for cutting may not be ideal for engraving or shaping tasks. Consequently, users frequently find themselves needing to utilize multiple CNC machines to meet their specific requirements, leading to increased costs and time expenditures.
Recognizing these limitations and challenges faced by users in the stone processing industry, the present invention introduces an innovative attachment for CNC Machines. This attachment is engineered to seamlessly integrate with existing CNC Machines, enabling users to expand the capabilities of their equipment without the need for additional machinery.

One of the prior art is disclosed in WO2012131567A1, the prior art disclosed invention generally finds application in the field of machines for working stone materials and the like and particularly relates to a numerical-control machine for cutting slabs made of stone materials, such as stone, marble, granite, conglomerate stone and concrete materials and the like.

Another one prior art is disclosed in US6390900B1, the prior art disclosed A tool mountable on a high speed spindle of a CNC machine tool, operable to finish a side edge of a flat workpiece positioned directly on a support surface of the machine tool, generally consisting of a member having a shank portion removeably mountable on the spindle of the toolhead assembly of the machine, and a head section. The head section is provided with an annular side surface engageable with the side edge of a flat workpiece positioned directly on the support surface of the table of the machine. The annular surface also is provided with a profile corresponding to the profile of the side edge of the workpiece being finished, and abrasive particles bonded thereto.

Another one prior art is disclosed in WO2017020051A1, the prior art disclosed invention relates to a replaceable cutting head, which has a working region and a connecting portion formed integrally with the working regio and having an external thread. The cutting head has a longitudinal axis (L). Between the working region and the external thread a support surface is formed for support on a corresponding contact surface of a tool shank. The support surface is curved in a section in a plane that contains the longitudinal axis (L).

The cited inventions represent only a specific use of a CNC machine. However, the present invention is a tool assembly designed to enhance the capabilities of a CNC system. This tool assembly enables us to perform both cutting and carving operations in a single CNC machine. By combining the functionalities of a cutting tool and carving tool in one system, this tool assembly can help save time and increase efficiency in manufacturing and fabrication processes.

Overall, there is a dier need for an innovative solution that can enhance the functionality of existing CNC machines in the stone processing industry. By providing users with the ability to perform various stone processing tasks efficiently and cost-effectively, this solution could help businesses improve their competitiveness and profitability in an increasingly competitive market.

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION:

The principal object of the present invention is to overcome all the mentioned and existing drawbacks of the prior art by providing a tool assembly for CNC machine.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a tool for attaching to existing CNC machines, enabling users to perform different stone/wood processes without requiring separate CNC processing machines.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a cutting and carving tool for CNC machines.

Another object of the present invention is to provide quick switching of tool heads for stone/wood cutting and carving.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a cost-effective system for stone/wood cutting and carving.

Another object of the present invention is to make stone/wood processing more accessible to a wider range of users.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:

This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts in a simplified form that are further disclosed in the detailed description of the invention. This summary is not intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended for determining the scope of the claimed subject matter.

The present invention relates to a tool assembly for CNC machine.

The main aspect of the present invention is to provide a tool assembly which being capable of mounting of existing CNC machines, enabling users to perform different stone/wood processes without requiring separate CNC machines.

Another aspect of the present invention is to provide tool assembly for CNC machine, said tool assembly comprises a main body, a body flange, a spindle holder, a holder clamp ring, a cutter cover, a gear, a gear shaft, a cutter nut A, a cutter nut B, a plurality of bearings, a bearing nut, a pinion, a pinion shaft, a cover spacer, a spindle nut, a cutter disc. The tool assembly being capable of mounting on CNC machine spindle head for carving and cutting of materials.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS:

The foregoing summary, as well as the following detailed description of the invention, is better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. For the purpose of illustrating the invention, exemplary constructions of the invention are shown in the drawings. Components in the drawings are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon clearly illustrating the principles of the present disclosure. Some drawings may indicate the components using block diagrams and may not represent the internal circuitry of each component. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that disclosure of such drawings includes disclosure of electrical components, electronic components or circuitry commonly used to implement such components.

Fig. 1 is a tool assembly for CNC syste
Fig. 2 is an exploded view of the tool assembly
Fig. 3 is a mounting tool assembly with CNC machine
Fig. 4 is a components of tool assembly for CNC machine.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION:

Detailed embodiments of the present invention are disclosed herein, however, it is to be understood that the disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary of the invention, which may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific functional and structural details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but merely as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to variously employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed structure.

Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the invention belongs.

The present invention overcomes the aforesaid drawbacks of conventional irrigation systems. The objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will now be described in greater detail. Also, the following description includes various specific details and is to be regarded as merely exemplary. Accordingly, those of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that: without departing from the scope of the present disclosure and its various embodiments there may be any number of changes and modifications described herein.
Reference throughout this specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. Thus, the appearances of the phrases “in one embodiment” or “in an embodiment” in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.

It must also be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms "a", "an," and "the" include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Although any systems and methods similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments of the present invention, the preferred, systems are now described.

Throughout the invention, term “Fastening” refers to the process of securely joining or attaching two or more components together to form a stable and durable connection through internal and external threads. The purpose of fastening is to prevent the separation or movement of the components, ensuring structural integrity and functionality of the assembled object.

As per the detailed embodiment of the present invention, tool assembly for CNC machine, said tool assembly (100) comprises a main body (101), a body flange (102), a spindle holder (103), a holder clamp ring (104), a cutter cover (105), a gear (106), a gear shaft (107), a cutter nut A (108a), a cutter nut B (108b), a plurality of bearings (109a, 109b, 109c), a bearing nut (110), a pinion (111), a pinion shaft (112), a cover spacer (113), a spindle nut (114), a cutter disc (115); wherein said tool assembly (100) being capable of mounting on CNC machine spindle head (201) for carving and cutting of materials.

As per another embodiment of the present invention, the holder clamp ring (104) is a part of the spindle holder (103); said holder clamp ring (104) being capable of securing the tool assembly (100) on the CNC machine spindle head (201) by plurality of bolts.

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the tool assembly is engineered to mount securely on CNC machine spindle heads, ensuring stability and precision during operation. The holder clamp ring (104), integrated with the spindle holder (103), facilitates the firm attachment of the assembly to the spindle head using a series of bolts, thereby minimizing vibration and ensuring accurate machining.

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the spindle holder (103) encloses the pinion (111), the pinion shaft (112), and the spindle nut (114); said spindle nut (114) being capable of coupling the CNC machine spindle (202) and the pinion shaft (112) to transfer rotational motion; said pinion (111) is secured on the pinion shaft (112); said pinion (111) is in mesh with gear (106). The arrangement being capable of transferring rotational motion from the CNC machine spindle (202) to the gear (106), enabling efficient material carving and cutting.

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the main body (101) of the tool assembly plays a pivotal role in maintaining structural integrity and alignment. It houses the gear (106), gear shaft (107), bearings (109a, 109b, 109c), and bearing nut (110), ensuring smooth operation and minimizing wear and tear over prolonged use.

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the body flange (102) being capable of mounting main body (101) to the spindle holder (103); said body flange (102) being capable of securing the bearing A (109a) to maintain the axis and rotation of the pinion shaft (112) with the CNC machine spindle (202).

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the gear (106) is secured on the gear shaft (107); said gear shaft is secured by bearing B (109b) and bearing C (109c); said main body (101) encloses the gear (106), the gear shaft (107), the bearing B (109b), the bearing C (109c) and the bearing nut (110); said gear (106) is in mesh with pinion (111) such that the rotational motion is transferred perpendicularly to the gear shaft (107).

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the bearing nut (110) being capable of securing the bearing C (109c) via fastening on the main body (101) to fix the gear shaft (107) to the main body (101).

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the gear shaft (107) having a step to restrict the cutter nut A (108a); said gear shaft (107) having a precise cylindrical region to rest the cutter disc (115); said gear shaft (107) having a threaded portion to secure the cutter disc (115) via fastening the cutter nut B (108b) such that the cutter disc (115) is clamped in between the cutter nut A (108a) and cutter nut B (108b).

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the cutter cover (105) being capable of acting as a protective shield between the cutter disc (115) and the user, mitigating the risk of accidents or injuries during machining operations.

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the cover spacer (113) being capable of reducing vibration of the cutter cover (105); said cover spacer (113) is mounted on the main body (101) by a plurality of bolts. The cover spacer (113) contribute to enhanced performance and durability of the tool assembly.

As per detailed embodiment of the present invention, the tool assembly (100) being capable of working as intended without any additional programming or attachments. This ensures accessibility and ease of use across various industrial applications.
The technical features of the present invention are further elaborately shown and explained through the figures of the invention, providing a comprehensive understanding of its design and functionality.

As shown in Fig. 1 to Fig. 4, said tool assembly (100) for CNC machines is designed to facilitate carving and cutting of materials, comprising a main body (101), body flange (102), spindle holder (103), holder clamp ring (104), cutter cover (105), gear (106), gear shaft (107), cutter nuts A (108a) and B (108b), bearings (109a, 109b, 109c), bearing nut (110), pinion (111), pinion shaft (112), cover spacer (113), spindle nut (114), and cutter disc (115). The assembly mounts onto the CNC machine spindle head (201) enabling various processes. The holder clamp ring (104) secures the assembly using bolts. The spindle nut (114) being capable of coupling the CNC machine spindle (202) and the pinion shaft (112) to transfer rotational motion. The body flange (102) maintains axis and rotation of the pinion shaft (112). The gear (106), secured on the gear shaft (107), meshes with the pinion (111) to transfer motion perpendicularly. The bearing nut (110) secures bearing C (109c), while the gear shaft (107) features a step to restrict cutter nut A (108a) and a threaded portion for fastening cutter disc (115) between cutter nuts A (108a) and B (108b). Additionally, the cutter cover (105) acts as a protective shield, and the cover spacer (113) reduces vibration. The tool assembly functions without additional programming or attachments, enhancing accessibility and efficiency in stone/wood processing.

With these meticulously designed features, the tool assembly (100) offers a comprehensive and efficient solution for stone/wood processing tasks, eliminating the need for additional programming or attachments. It stands as a testament to innovation in the CNC machining industry, making stone/wood processing more accessible and efficient for a wide range of users.

Without further description, it is believed that one of ordinary skill in the art can, using the preceding description and the illustrative examples, make and utilize the present invention and practice the claimed methods. It should be understood that the foregoing discussion and examples merely present a detailed description of certain preferred embodiments. It will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that various modifications and equivalents can be made without departing from the scope of the invention.

LIST OF REFRENCE NUMERALS
Tool Assembly (100)
Main Body (101)
Body Flange (102)
Spindle Holder (103)
Holder Clamp Ring (104)
Cutter Cover (105)
Gear (106)
Gear Shaft (107)
Cutter Nut A (108a)
Cutter Nut B (108b)
Bearing A (109a)
Bearing B (109b)
Bearing C (109c)
Bearing Nut (110)
Pinion (111)
Pinion Shaft (112)
Cover Spacer (113)
Spindle Nut (114)
Cutter Disc (115)
CNC Machine (200)
CNC machine spindle head (201)
CNC machine spindle (202)
, Claims:Claims:-
We Claim:-

1. A tool assembly for CNC machine, said tool assembly (100) comprises:
a main body (101), a body flange (102), a spindle holder (103), a holder clamp ring (104), a cutter cover (105), a gear (106), a gear shaft (107), a cutter nut A (108a), a cutter nut B (108b), a plurality of bearings (109a, 109b, 109c), a bearing nut (110), a pinion (111), a pinion shaft (112), a cover spacer (113), a spindle nut (114), a cutter disc (115);
wherein said tool assembly (100) being capable of mounting on CNC machine spindle head (201) for carving and cutting of materials.

2. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the holder clamp ring (104) is a part of the spindle holder (103); said holder clamp ring (104) being capable of securing the tool assembly (100) on the CNC machine spindle head (201) by plurality of bolts.

3. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the spindle holder (103) encloses the pinion (111), the pinion shaft (112), and the spindle nut (114); said spindle nut (114) being capable of coupling the CNC machine spindle (202) and the pinion shaft (112) to transfer rotational motion; said pinion (111) is secured on the pinion shaft (112); said pinion (111) is in mesh with gear (106).

4. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the body flange (102) being capable of mounting main body (101) to the spindle holder (103); said body flange (102) being capable of securing the bearing A (109a) to maintain the axis and rotation of the pinion shaft (112) with the CNC machine spindle (202).

5. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the gear (106) is secured on the gear shaft (107); said gear shaft is secured by bearing B (109b) and bearing C (109c); said main body (101) encloses the gear (106), the gear shaft (107), the bearing B (109b), the bearing C (109c) and the bearing nut (110); said gear (106) is in mesh with pinion (111) such that the rotational motion is transferred perpendicularly to the gear shaft (107).

6. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the bearing nut (110) being capable of securing the bearing C (109c) via fastening on the main body (101) to fix the gear shaft (107) to the main body (101).

7. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the gear shaft (107) having a step to restrict the cutter nut A (108a); said gear shaft (107) having a precise cylindrical region to rest the cutter disc (115); said gear shaft (107) having a threaded portion to secure the cutter disc (115) via fastening the cutter nut B (108b) such that the cutter disc (115) is clamped in between the cutter nut A (108a) and cutter nut B (108b).

8. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cutter cover (105) being capable of acting as a protective shield between the cutter disc (115) and the user.

9. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cover spacer (113) being capable of reducing vibration of the cutter cover (105); said cover spacer (113) is mounted on the main body (101) by a plurality of bolts.

10. The tool assembly for CNC machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tool assembly (100) being capable of working as intended without any additional programming or attachments.

Date this 10th April 2024