ADAPTABLE SOLDERING DEVICE

Abstract

An adaptable soldering device, comprising an elongated body 1 having a proximal and distal end, a handle 2 for acquiring a grip on body 1, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 for capturing multiple images in vicinity of body 1, a touch interactive display panel 4 for selecting a workpiece positioned in proximity to body 1, a laser emitter 5 for guiding user to position distal end in proximity to portion of workpiece, a motorized circular sliding unit to translate slots, a motorized ball and socket joint to provide angular movement to the rod 6, a heating unit 9 to heat engaged head, a motorized roller 8 to rotate for unwrapping a metal wire coiled on roller 8, a speaker 12 for performing soldering on said workpiece, a pair of robotic arms 11 for acquiring a grip on the fixed surface.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an adaptable soldering device that is capable of initiating soldering operation to be performed on a workpiece also capable of selecting the workpiece that is positioned in proximity to the user along with portion of the workpiece where soldering is to be performed.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] A soldering iron designed to be more efficient in supply of heat energy to the soldering tip may have an idling temperature of about 1000 F. and would have a reduced physical size and hence smaller radiation losses. Irons at these temperatures show quick and rapid deterioration of the soldering tip, requiring very frequent replacement. Additionally, such high-idling-temperature soldering irons would require highly skilled operators to avoid damage to components in the work area of the iron and to achieve a reliable solder joint, since the tip temperature is so high above solder melting temperature that great care must be exercised to avoid any movement of the parts to be bonded by the solder during the long cooling period down to solder freezing temperature.

[0003] Traditionally soldering iron is used. Using a soldering iron to melt solder and join electrical components together. However, excessive heat from the soldering iron damage sensitive electronic components, especially if left in contact for too long. Additionally, soldering irons require a power source, making them less portable for certain applications. Another traditional method is soldering gun where similar to a soldering iron but with a pistol-like design, typically used for heavier-duty soldering tasks. However, soldering guns can be bulkier and heavier than soldering irons, which make them less maneuverable and precise for delicate electronics work. Additionally, they have a slower heating and cooling time compared to soldering irons. Thus, there is a need to develop an innovative tool that provide a more time-efficient and consistent where traditional methods fall short and to meet the evolving demands of modern requirements.

[0004] CN212144897U discloses the present invention relates to an electric soldering iron, including handheld portion and electric portion of cauterizing, handheld portion is connected to electric portion of cauterizing, a tip of handheld portion is equipped with draw-in groove and fixed part, electric portion of cauterizing includes electric head and fixed establishment, set up a heating core in the electric head of cauterizing, be equipped with the electrode contact on the draw-in groove, a heating core tip is connected to electric head tip, be equipped with the electrode slice on another tip of heating core, this end connection of heating core to the draw-in groove for the electrode contact is connected the electrode slice, fixed establishment is fixed electric head of cauterizing, just fixed establishment is connected to reduce the fixed part, the heat is at the loss of transmission in-process, reduces the cost of enterprises.

[0005] GB2162106A discloses the present invention relates to a soldering iron has solder fed through the interior to the tip, which is heated by a heating element. In order to prevent that the solder melts before it reaches the tip, as a result of the heat transmitted from the heating element to the solder, the soldering iron is provided, e.g. on a feed tube for the solder, with an inlet for a coolant, e.g. water or air, which is made to flow through the interior of the soldering iron around the solder, thereby cooling the surroundings of the solder. A second tube may be provided for return coolant flow to a handle end of the iron.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices exist that is capable of soldering. However, these devices lack in selecting a work piece that is positioned in proximity to the user along with portion of the work piece where soldering is to be performed and also lack in initiating soldering operation to be performed on the work piece.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of selecting a work piece that is positioned in proximity to the user along with portion of the work piece where soldering is to be performed along with capable of initiating soldering operation to be performed on the work piece.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of selecting a workpiece that is positioned in proximity to the user along with portion of the workpiece where soldering is to be performed.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of initiating soldering operation to be performed on the workpiece.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that reliable in nature.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to an adaptable soldering device that is capable of initiating soldering operation to be performed on a workpiece. Furthermore, selecting the workpiece that is positioned in proximity to the user along with portion of the workpiece where soldering is to be performed.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an adaptable soldering device, comprising of an elongated body having a proximal and distal end, the proximal end is integrated with a handle that is accessed by a user for acquiring a grip on the body, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the body for capturing multiple images in vicinity of the body that is displayed on a touch interactive display panel arranged at the proximal end, the displayed images are accessed by a user for selecting a workpiece positioned in proximity to the body along with portion of the workpiece where soldering is to be performed, a laser emitter integrated on the body to project a beam of laser light on the user-specified portion on the workpiece for guiding the user to position the distal end in proximity to the portion of workpiece, a metal rod is integrated at center portion of the body, a disc arranged on top portion of the distal end and integrated with multiple slots engaged with different tip heads associated with the device, a tip head required to be positioned on tip of the rod, a motorized circular sliding unit integrated in between the slots and disc to translate the slots in a manner that the evaluated head in positioned at a particular orientation on the disc, a motorized hinge joint integrated in between the distal end and disc to tilt the disc to get overlapped on front portion of the distal end, a set of threads carved on tip of the rod and inner periphery of the heads which are engaged with each other.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, a motorized ball and socket joint integrated in between end of the rod and body to provide angular movement to the rod which results in engagement of the head with the rod's tip, a heating unit integrated on tip of the rod to heat the engaged head, a motorized roller is integrated inside the body at the proximal end to rotate for unwrapping a metal wire coiled on the roller that is directed towards the distal end for getting aligned in contact with the heated head, a button integrated at the proximal end that is accessed by the user for initiating soldering operation to be performed on the workpiece, in accordance to which the microcontroller actuates a speaker integrated on the body to touch the head on the workpiece in view of performing soldering on the workpiece, a pair of robotic arms are arranged underneath the body that are actuated by the microcontroller to extend for acquiring a grip on a fixed surface in order to hold the body on the surface, an battery is configured with the body for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with the device.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of an adaptable soldering device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises," and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having" and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to an adaptable soldering device that is capable of selecting a work piece that is positioned in proximity to the user along with portion of the work piece where soldering is to be performed as well as capable of initiating soldering operation to be performed on the work piece.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an adaptable soldering device is illustrated, comprising an elongated body 1 is having a proximal and distal end, a handle 2 is integrated with the proximal end, artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 is installed on the body 1, a touch interactive display panel 4 is arranged at the proximal end, a laser emitter 5 is integrated on the body 1, a metal rod 6 is integrated at center portion of the body 1, a disc 7 is arranged on top portion of the distal end, a heating unit 9 is integrated on tip of the rod 6, a motorized roller 8 is integrated inside the body 1 at the proximal end, a button 10 is integrated at the proximal end, a pair of robotic arms 11 are arranged underneath the body 1, speaker 12 is integrated on the body 1.

[0023] The proposed device includes an elongated body 1 is having a proximal and distal end, wherein the proximal end is integrated with a handle 2 that is accessed by a user for acquiring a grip on the body 1, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 is installed on the body 1, a touch interactive display panel 4 is arranged at the proximal end. An artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 is installed on the body 1 for capturing multiple images in vicinity of the body 1. The imaging unit 3 comprises of a processor and a camera, which upon actuation captures multiple images of the body 1. The camera comprises of a lens and a digital sensor, where the lens takes all the reflected light rays rebounding from the surrounding, together all light rays rebound back and meet on a digital sensor that is capable to extract the images. The extracted images of the surrounding the body 1 are processed by the processor and this processed data is sent to an inbuilt microcontroller. The microcontroller upon receiving and processing the images signal, for capturing multiple images in vicinity of the body 1.

[0024] Then, this is displayed on a touch interactive display panel 4 is arranged at the proximal end. The touch interactive display panel 4 which is a basically a liquid-crystal display is a flat- panel display or other electronically modulated optical device that uses the light-modulating properties of liquid crystals combined with polarizers. Liquid crystals do not emit light directly, instead uses a backlight or reflector to produce images in colour or monochrome. The display panel 4 which is a basically a liquid-crystal display is a flat- panel display. The display unit works on an electric current that is provided to the imaging unit 3 by the microcontroller for displaying the captured images that is accessed by the user for selecting a workpiece positioned in proximity to the body 1 along with portion of the workpiece where soldering is to be performed.

[0025] A laser emitter 5 is integrated on the body 1 that is actuated by an inbuilt microcontroller to project a beam of laser light on the user-specified portion on the workpiece for guiding the user to position the distal end in proximity to the portion of workpiece. The laser emitter 5 consists of three main components that is gain medium, an energy source, and an optical cavity. The gain medium amplifies light through stimulated emission of photons. When energy is applied to the gain medium, electrons within the atoms or molecules are get excited to higher
energy level. This process is essential for the creation of coherent and focused laser beam. Then the energy source is responsible for providing the necessary energy to the gain medium to excited its electrons. Furthermore, the optical cavity is formed by photons produced through stimulated emission bounce back further
stimulated emission, this allows projection of laser light on the user-specified portion on the workpiece for guiding the user to position the distal end in proximity to the portion of workpiece. Then, a metal rod 6 is integrated at center portion of said body 1 in a manner that one end of said rod 6 is protruded out from said distal end.

[0026] A disc 7 is arranged on top portion of the distal end and is integrated with multiple slots engaged with different tip heads associated with the device, wherein based on the user-specifications, the microcontroller evaluates a tip head is required to be positioned on tip of the rod 6. Then, the microcontroller actuates a motorized circular sliding unit integrated in between the slots and the disc 7 to translate the slots in a manner that evaluated head in positioned at a particular orientation on the disc 7. The sliding unit consists of a motor, and a rail unit integrated with ball bearings to allow smooth linear movement. The microcontroller compares the detected size of the disc 7 with the current dimension of the curved-shaped platform and accordingly actuates the motorized sliding unit to adjust in accordance with the size of the disc 7. As the motor rotates the rotational motion of the motor is converted into linear motion through a pair of belts and linkages. This linear motion provides a stable track and allows to translate the slots in a manner that evaluated head in positioned at a particular orientation on the disc 7.

[0027] After that, a motorized hinge joint is integrated in between the distal end and disc 7 that is actuated by the microcontroller to tilt the disc 7 to get overlapped on front portion of the distal end. The hinge consists of a hinge mechanism that enables rotation around a fixed axis. It usually consists of two parts: a stationary component and a moving component. The stationary component is securely attached to one part of the member, while the moving component is connected to the other part that needs to rotate the members for tilting the disc 7 to get overlapped on front portion of the distal end.

[0028] A set of threads carved on tip of the rod 6 and inner periphery of the heads which are engaged with each other, followed by actuation of a motorized ball and socket joint is integrated in between end of the rod 6 and body 1 to provide angular movement to said rod 6 which results in engagement of said head with the rod 6's tip. The ball and socket joint is a mechanical arrangement consists of a ball-shaped component that fits into a socket, with a motor providing the necessary power to drive the rotation to provide angular movement to the lower end of the arm for provide angular movement to the rod 6 which results in engagement of the head with the rod 6's tip.

[0029] Then, a heating unit 9 is integrated on tip of the rod that is actuated by the microcontroller to heat the engaged head. The heating unit 9 comprises of a heating coil that is activated by the microcontroller to p roduce heating effect to the filament to melt the filament. Upon melting of the filament from the solid state to molten state, the microcontroller actuates an iris lid for dispensing the molten filament by controlling flow of molten filament as per amount of the molten filament required to comprises of a heating coil.

[0030] A motorized roller 8 is integrated inside the body 1 at the proximal end that is actuated by the microcontroller to rotate for unwrapping a metal wire coiled on the roller 8 that is directed towards the distal end for getting aligned in contact with the heated head. The roller 8 comprises a disc 7 coupled with a motor via a shaft wherein upon receiving the command from the microcontroller by the motor, the motor starts to rotate in clockwise or anti-clockwise direction in order to provide movement to the disc 7 via the shaft. The disc 7 thus provides a maximum level of assistance to the user and also allow the user to maintain a steady speed while moving the body 1. Further this is actuated by the microcontroller to rotate for getting aligned in contact with the heated head.

[0031] After that, a button 10 is integrated at the proximal end that is accessed by the user for initiating soldering operation to be performed on the workpiece, in accordance to which the microcontroller actuates a speaker 12 is integrated on the body 1 to touch the head on the workpiece in view of performing soldering on the workpiece. The speaker 12 herein includes a diaphragm, which is typically made of a lightweight and rigid material like paper, plastic, or metal. It is designed to vibrate and produce sound waves when electrical signals are fed to it. A voice coil (a tightly wound coil of wire) attached with the diaphragm of the speaker 12. The voice coil is suspended within a magnetic gap. When an electrical current flows through the coil, it interacts with the magnetic field produced by the magnet assembly, resulting in a force that moves the coil. The magnet assembly creates a magnetic field within the speaker 12. It consists of a permanent magnet and a metal structure, such as a pole piece or a magnet plate. The magnet assembly provides a fixed magnetic field through which the voice coil moves. The strength and configuration of the magnet assembly influence the performance and efficiency of the speaker 12.

[0032] The cone/diaphragm is connected to the speaker 12's frame via a suspension unit, which includes the surround and spider. When the electrical signal passes through the voice coil, it generates a magnetic field that interacts with the fixed magnetic field produced by the magnet assembly. As the electrical current varies, the magnetic field produced by the voice coil changes, resulting in the voice coil and attached cone/diaphragm moving back and forth. This movement creates pressure variations in the surrounding air, generating sound waves to generate the audible sound to notify the user.

[0033] A pair of robotic arms 11 are arranged underneath the body 1 that are actuated by the microcontroller to extend for acquiring a grip on a fixed surface in order to hold the body 1 on the surface. The arm comprises of a shoulder, elbow and wrist. All these parts are configured with the microcontroller. The elbow is at the middle section of the arm that allows the upper part of the arm to move the lower section independently. Lastly, the wrist is at the tip of the upper arm and attached to the end effector works as hand for operating level attached with the pump to hold the body 1 on the surface.

[0034] Lastly, a battery is associated with the device to offer power to all electrical and electronic components necessary for their correct operation. The battery is linked to the microcontroller and provides (DC) Direct Current to the microcontroller. And then, based on the order of operations, the microcontroller sends that current to those specific electrical or electronic components so they effectively carry out their appropriate functions.

[0035] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the elongated body 1 is having a proximal and distal end, wherein the proximal end is integrated with a handle 2 that is accessed by a user for acquiring a grip on the body 1, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 is installed on the body 1, the touch interactive display panel 4 is arranged at the proximal end. The laser emitter 5 is integrated on the body 1 that is actuated by an inbuilt microcontroller to project the beam of laser light on the user-specified portion on the workpiece for guiding the user to position the distal end in proximity to the portion of workpiece. Then, the metal rod 6 is integrated at center portion of said body 1 in a manner that one end of said rod 6 is protruded out from said distal end. The disc 7 is arranged on top portion of the distal end and is integrated with multiple slots engaged with different tip heads associated with the device, wherein based on the user-specifications, the microcontroller evaluates a tip head is required to be positioned on tip of the rod 6. Then, the microcontroller actuates the motorized circular sliding unit integrated in between the slots and the disc 7 to translate the slots in a manner that evaluated head in positioned at a particular orientation on the disc 7. After that, the motorized hinge joint is integrated in between the distal end and disc 7 that is actuated by the microcontroller to tilt the disc 7 to get overlapped on front portion of the distal end. The set of threads carved on tip of the rod 6 and inner periphery of the heads which are engaged with each other, followed by actuation of the motorized ball and socket joint is integrated in between end of the rod 6 and body 1 to provide angular movement to the rod 6 which results in engagement of said head with said rod 6's tip. Then, the heating unit 9 is integrated on tip of the rod 6 that is actuated by the microcontroller to heat the engaged head. The motorized roller 8 is integrated inside the body 1 at the proximal end that is actuated by the microcontroller to rotate for unwrapping a metal wire coiled on the roller 8 that is directed towards the distal end for getting aligned in contact with the heated head. After that, the button 10 is integrated at the proximal end that is accessed by the user for initiating soldering operation to be performed on the workpiece, in accordance to which the microcontroller actuates the speaker 12 is integrated on the body 1 to touch the head on the workpiece in view of performing soldering on the workpiece. The pair of robotic arms 11 are arranged underneath the body 1 that are actuated by the microcontroller to extend for acquiring a grip on a fixed surface in order to hold the body 1 on the surface.

[0036] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) An adaptable soldering device, comprising:

i) an elongated body 1 having a proximal and distal end, wherein said proximal end is integrated with a handle 2 that is accessed by a user for acquiring a grip on said body 1;
ii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 installed on said body 1 for capturing multiple images in vicinity of said body 1 that is displayed on a touch interactive display panel 4 arranged at said proximal end, wherein said displayed images are accessed by a user for selecting a workpiece positioned in proximity to said body 1 along with portion of said workpiece where soldering is to be performed;
iii) a laser emitter 5 integrated on said body 1 that is actuated by an inbuilt microcontroller to project a beam of laser light on said user-specified portion on said workpiece for guiding said user to position said distal end in proximity to said portion of workpiece, wherein a metal rod 6 is integrated at center portion of said body 1 in a manner that one end of said rod 6 is protruded out from said distal end;
iv) a disc 7 arranged on top portion of said distal end and integrated with multiple slots engaged with different tip heads associated with said device, wherein based on said user-specifications, said microcontroller evaluates a tip head required to be positioned on tip of said rod 6, in accordance to which said microcontroller actuates a motorized circular sliding unit integrated in between said slots and disc 7 to translate said slots in a manner that said evaluated head in positioned at a particular orientation on said disc 7;
v) a motorized hinge joint integrated in between said distal end and disc 7 that is actuated by said microcontroller to tilt said disc 7 to get overlapped on front portion of said distal end, wherein a set of threads carved on tip of said rod 6 and inner periphery of said heads which are engaged with each other, followed by actuation of a motorized ball and socket joint integrated in between end of said rod 6 and body 1 to provide angular movement to said rod 6 which results in engagement of said head with said rod 6's tip;
vi) a heating unit 9 integrated on tip of said rod 6 that is actuated by said microcontroller to heat said engaged head, wherein a motorized roller 8 is integrated inside said body 1 at said proximal end that is actuated by said microcontroller to rotate for unwrapping a metal wire coiled on said roller 8 that is directed towards said distal end for getting aligned in contact with said heated head; and
vii) a button 10 integrated at said proximal end that is accessed by said user for initiating soldering operation to be performed on said workpiece, in accordance to which said microcontroller actuates a speaker 12 integrated on said body 1 to touch said head on said workpiece in view of performing soldering on said workpiece.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a pair of robotic arms 11 are arranged underneath said body 1 that are actuated by said microcontroller to extend for acquiring a grip on a fixed surface in order to hold said body 1 on said surface.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is configured with said body 1 for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with said device.

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