MUMBAI, India, Aug. 10 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641086867 A) filed by Mr. R. Magendran; Mr. R. Shivaraman; Mr. G. Kishore; Mr. M. Srijith; Mr. M. K. Shebeel Ibraheem; Mr. K. R. Vishnukumar; Mr. A. Dhanushkumar; Mr. A. Leboniyan; and Mr. B. Hariprasath on July 16, 2026, for Smart Pneumatic Vice Using Sensors.
Inventors include Mr. R. Magendran; Mr. R. Shivaraman; Mr. G. Kishore; Mr. M. Srijith; Mr. M. K. Shebeel Ibraheem; Mr. K. R. Vishnukumar; Mr. A. Dhanushkumar; Mr. A. Leboniyan; and Mr. B. Hariprasath.
The application for the patent was published on July 31, 2026, under issue no. 31/2026.
Abstract: ABSTRACT OF THE INVENTION This patent disclosure details the Smart Pneumatic Vice Using Sensors steps up the game for work holding in machining and manufacturing. Traditional pneumatic vices get the job done, but this one goes further. It brings sensor technology into the mix, so the whole clamping process gets smarter and safer. Instead of just relying on the operator, sensors like proximity or infrared keep watch over the workpiece. They check if it's there, where it sits and send signals to the controller before anything happens. Here's how it goes: You place a piece between the jaws and a sensor picks it up instantly. The controller takes that information and flips the solenoid valve, which sends compressed air to the pneumatic cylinder—it clamps down with just the right amount of force. Pressure sensors keep an eye on the force so you won't crush anything delicate and limit sensors double-check jaw position for accuracy. Because the vice handles nearly everything on its own, you don't waste time fiddling with setups and you don't have to dive in with your hands either. That means production moves faster, clamping stays consistent and operators aren't exposed to unnecessary risks—especially accidents caused by clamping with nothing in the jaws. So, this smart vice isn't just another tool. It's an intelligent, energy-efficient choice that fits the Industry 4.0 vision. You get more done, see better quality and operators get a break from repetitive handwork. With real-time monitoring and reliable automation, it's a real step toward smarter manufacturing. Overall Length: 450 mm Overall Width: 220 mm Overall Height: 180 mm Maximum Jaw Opening: 120 mm Jaw Clamping Width: 100 mm Maximum Clamping Force: 900-1200 N (at 6 bar with a 50 mm bore cylinder) Operating Pressure: 5-7 bar Total Weight: Approximately 12-18 kg A Smart Pneumatic Vice with Sensors isn't just your average work-holding tool. It locks down workpieces using compressed air, but what really sets it apart is the way it keeps an eye on everything with built-in sensors. Pressure sensors, proximity sensors, and force sensors constantly check if things are holding tight and safe. An Arduino Uno— or another microcontroller—reads the data and manages the solenoid valve. So, the vice clamps or releases parts all by itself, no extra steps needed
Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication.
