DE102018219934A1 - Tool module system, drive module of a tool module system, tool module of a tool module system, adapter module of a tool module system and method of operating a tool module system - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention is based on a tool module system, in particular kitchen tool module system, with at least one drive module which has at least one drive unit (110b) and at least one electrical and / or mechanical drive interface (128b), and with at least one tool module (500b, 600b; 600c; 600e 500y, 600y) comprising at least one tool (502b, 602b, 602c, 602e, 502y, 602y) and at least one mechanical tool interface (504b, 504e, 604b, 604e) coupleable to the drive interface (128b). the tool (502b; 502y) is designed as a drying container.

Description

State of the art

Kitchen tool module systems have already been proposed with a drive module which has a battery-operated drive unit and a mechanical drive interface, and with a tool module which has a cutting and / or chopping tool and a mechanical tool interface which can be coupled to the drive interface. The cutting and / or chopping tool can be provided for crushing food. For harvesting and / or drying, separate tools, for example manually and / or electrically operable cutting tools and / or manually manageable drying containers, are known.

From the publication DE 203 01 258 U1 already a manual herbal chopper with a flavor cap is known. Furthermore, from the publications AU 2014 265 126 A1 . CA 2 872 063 A1 and GB 2 521 758 A already known manual herbal chopper with a container for holding herbs. Furthermore, from the document DE 40 09 024 A1 already a manual herb shredder known with an openable container for holding herbs. In addition, from the document FR 2 338 029 A1 already known a manual herb shredder. In addition, from the document US 4,422,343 A already known an electrical kitchen appliance. Furthermore, from the document EP 2 859 825 A1 already known a sliding bearing a knife shaft. Furthermore, from the publications EP 2 037 787 B1 and DE 10 2011 082 168 A1 already known a kitchen tool module system. In addition, from the document EP 1 585 417 B1 a kitchen appliance with a frustoconical journal known. In addition, from the document EP 1 549 190 B1 a kitchen tool with a non-positive tool interface, in particular knife shaft coupling, known. Furthermore, from the document EP 1 549 188 B1 already a closure lid of a kitchen tool known. Furthermore, from the document EP 1 545 282 B1 already known a knife shaft with a mechanical tool interface.

Disclosure of the invention

The invention relates to a tool module system, in particular kitchen tool module system, with at least one drive module, which has at least one, in particular electrical, advantageously wireless and particularly advantageous battery-powered drive unit and at least one electrical and / or mechanical drive interface, and with at least one tool module, which at least a tool and at least one, in particular directly and / or advantageously indirectly, can be coupled with the drive interface mechanical tool interface.

It is proposed that the tool is designed as a drying container, in particular as a drying basket. In particular, the tool is intended for spinning, preferably washed, plant foods, preferably vegetables and / or herbs. Advantageously, the tool is provided for drying the vegetable food. Preferably, the tool has at least one opening which is provided to a water passage. Particularly preferably, the tool has a plurality of openings provided for a water passage. In particular, the tool is rotatably mounted and advantageously driven by means of the tool interface. Particularly advantageously, the tool has a base body and a cover element which can be released manually from the base body. By "intended" is intended to be understood in particular specifically designed and / or specially equipped. The fact that an object is intended for a specific function should in particular mean that the object fulfills and / or executes this specific function in at least one application and / or operating state.

A "tool module system" is to be understood in particular as a system having at least two modules, wherein at least one of the modules is designed as a tool module and wherein the tool module can be coupled to at least one other of the modules coupled, advantageously releasably coupled and particularly advantageous manually releasably coupled , Preferably, the system has at least three modules, wherein at least two of the modules are designed as tool modules and wherein the tool modules can be interchangeably coupled with at least one further of the modules. In particular, the tool module system can be provided at least for a manual use, for example for screwing, grinding, polishing and / or sawing. Advantageously, the tool module system is provided at least for domestic use and / or kitchen use and / or designed as a kitchen tool module system. A "kitchen tool module system" is to be understood in particular as a tool module system which has at least one kitchen tool module with a kitchen tool. The kitchen tool is advantageously intended to process and / or process food, food containers and / or other kitchen tools.

In particular, the drive module is considered a portable and / or hand-held, advantageously held one hand, drive module formed. In particular, the drive unit has at least one and advantageously exactly one drive machine. Advantageously, the drive unit is designed as at least one and particularly advantageous as exactly one drive machine. Advantageously, the drive machine as an electric machine, particularly advantageous electric motor is formed. The drive machine preferably has at least one rotor and / or at least one stator. Particularly preferably, the rotor and / or the stator comprise at least one electromagnet and / or at least one permanent magnet. A "wireless drive unit" is to be understood, in particular, as a drive unit which is free of an energy supply connection from a mains power source. In particular, the drive module has at least one gear unit. Advantageously, the gear unit is mechanically coupled to the drive unit, preferably via a drive shaft of the drive unit and / or an input shaft of the gear unit. Particularly advantageously, the gear unit is arranged coaxially with the drive unit. In particular, the gear unit may have at least one crank gear, at least one cam gear, at least one roller gear and / or at least one ratchet gear. Advantageously, the gear unit has at least one gear transmission, particularly advantageously gear transmission, for example bevel gear and / or preferably spur gear, particularly preferably planetary gear on. Furthermore, the gear unit advantageously has a plurality of shafts, particularly advantageously at least one input shaft and / or at least one output shaft. The gear unit may in particular be provided at least for a change of a rotation axis. Advantageously, the gear unit is provided at least to a speed and / or torque change. In particular, the drive module comprises an energy storage unit. Advantageously, the energy storage unit is provided to supply at least the drive unit with energy, advantageously electrical energy. Furthermore, the energy storage unit advantageously comprises at least two and preferably exactly two energy storage cells. Particularly advantageously, the energy storage cells are arranged in a main extension plane of the drive module. Preferably, the energy storage cells are connected in series, preferably in order to enable a high voltage of a discharge current of the energy storage unit. The energy storage cells are preferably designed as battery cells and preferably as battery cells. In particular, the energy storage cells, for example, as alkali-manganese, zinc chloride, zinc-carbon, nickel-cadmium, nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride, nickel-zinc, RAM and / or particularly advantageous lithium-ion Cells be formed. A "main plane of extension" of an object or of a region should in particular be understood to mean a plane which is parallel to a largest side surface of a smallest imaginary cuboid which just completely surrounds the object or the region, and in particular runs through the center of the cuboid.

In particular, the drive module comprises a housing unit, advantageously a drive housing unit. Preferably, the housing unit is designed in several parts. Advantageously, the housing unit has at least one base and / or carrier housing and at least one housing attachment. Particularly advantageous, the housing attachment on a metal optics. Preferably, the housing attachment comprises a base body made of plastic and / or a coating, preferably a metal coating and particularly preferably a galvanic metal coating. In particular, the housing unit is designed pistol-shaped. Advantageously, the housing unit has a drive housing section and an arm housing housing section arranged at an angle to the drive housing section. In particular, the drive unit is arranged at least in part, advantageously at least half, within the drive housing section. Advantageously, the gear unit is arranged at least in part, particularly advantageously at least to a large extent and particularly preferably completely, within the drive housing section. Particularly advantageously, the handle housing portion of the housing unit has at least one gripping surface which, in particular in at least one operating state, is intended for contact with at least one palm, preferably palm, of a user. Preferably, the energy storage unit is at least partially, more preferably at least in large part, disposed within the handle housing portion. In particular, a longitudinal extension axis of the drive housing section and a longitudinal extension axis of the handle housing section enclose an angle of at least 80 °, more preferably at least 90 ° and more preferably at least 100 °, and / or at most 170 °, more preferably at most 140 °, and most preferably at at most 120 °, a. Advantageously, at least part of the drive housing section and at least part of the handle housing section are integrally formed, advantageously in one piece. The term "at least to a large extent" should be understood in particular more than 50%, advantageously more than 65%, particularly advantageously more than 80% and particularly preferably more than 95%. The term "integral" should be understood to mean, in particular, at least materially bonded, for example, by a welding process, a bonding process, an injection molding process and / or another process that appears appropriate to a person skilled in the art. Advantageously should be understood in one piece and one piece. By "one-piece" is intended to be shaped in particular in one piece be understood. Preferably, this is a piece of a single blank, a mass and / or a casting, more preferably in an injection molding process, in particular a one- and / or multi-component injection molding process prepared.

In particular, the drive interface is mechanically connected to the drive unit and / or electrically connected to the energy storage unit. In particular, the drive interface has at least one force and / or positive locking element and advantageously a plurality of force and / or positive locking elements, which is / are preferably provided to transmit and / or support a torque. The drive interface preferably comprises at least one shaft receptacle, preferably hexagonal receptacle. Advantageously, the drive interface has at least one electrical contact and particularly advantageously a plurality of electrical contacts which are preferably provided to transmit signals and / or data between the drive module and an attachment module, in particular the tool module and / or an adapter module, and / or to supply the attachment module, in particular a further drive unit integrated in the attachment module, with electrical energy. Particularly advantageously, the drive interface comprises at least one connecting element, preferably a latching element and / or a latching receptacle provided for receiving a latching element, and preferably a plurality of connecting elements which are / are intended to positively and / or positively lock the drive module and the add-on module with one another connect. In particular, the tool interface is mechanically operatively connected to the tool. In particular, the tool interface has at least one further force and / or positive locking element. Advantageously, the tool interface comprises at least one further connecting element. In particular, the drive unit is provided to mechanically actuate the tool module at least by means of the drive interface and by means of the tool interface. Furthermore, in particular the energy storage unit is provided to supply the tool module with electrical energy, at least by means of the drive interface and by means of the tool interface. A "force and / or positive locking element" is to be understood in particular an element which is provided at least to a detachable connection, wherein a holding force between two components preferably by a geometric engagement of the components into one another and / or a frictional force between the components is transmitted , In this context, a "latching element" is to be understood as meaning, in particular, a resilient means for producing a latching connection, which is intended to be elastically deflected during assembly. The term "couplable" should be understood to mean, in particular, detachable, advantageously manually detachable, connected and at least electrically and / or mechanically operatively connected.

By virtue of this configuration of a tool module system, in particular a high degree of flexibility, advantageously application flexibility, can be achieved. Advantageously, flexibly exchangeable tool modules can be coupled to a drive module. Particularly advantageously, a high efficiency, in particular space efficiency, material efficiency and / or cost efficiency, can be achieved, preferably by means of an exchangeable tool and / or an exchangeable tool module.

Alternatively or additionally, it is proposed that the tool module system has at least one adapter module which has at least one electrical and / or mechanical adapter input interface which can be coupled to the drive interface, in particular directly and at least one mechanical adapter output interface with which the tool interface, in particular directly, can be coupled. In particular, the adapter module can have at least one force transmission element, in particular a shaft, which is provided directly or indirectly for mechanically coupling the adapter input interface and the adapter output interface. Alternatively, the adapter module may in particular comprise at least one electrical conductor, which is provided to couple the adapter input interface and the adapter output interface directly or indirectly electrically. However, it would also be conceivable, in particular, for the adapter module to have at least one additional drive unit, which is mechanically coupled to the adapter input interface and / or to the adapter output interface. As a result, a flexible coupling of a tool module with a plurality of drive modules can advantageously be made possible. Particularly advantageous, a tool module can be coupled with a cordless screwdriver.

It is also proposed that the adapter module has at least two mechanical adapter output interfaces, in particular the aforementioned adapter output interface and at least one further adapter output interface. In particular, the adapter output interfaces differ in at least one mechanical drive parameter, advantageously a rotational speed, a torque, an interface size and / or an embodiment of force transmission elements such as teeth. Advantageously, the adapter output interface have different axes of rotation. As a result, rotational speeds and / or torques can advantageously be adapted flexibly. Particularly advantageous Tool modules are operated with different and / or optimized speeds and / or torques.

Furthermore, it is proposed that the tool module system has at least one further tool module which has at least one further tool and at least one mechanical, further tool interface which can be coupled to the drive interface, in particular directly and / or advantageously indirectly. In particular, the further tool is designed as a chopping tool, advantageously as a knife chopping tool and particularly advantageously as a knife shaft. Advantageously, the further tool is provided for comminuting the organic material. In particular, the further tool interface, advantageously directly and / or particularly advantageously indirectly, can be coupled to the drive interface of the drive module. Advantageously, the further tool interface can be coupled directly to the adapter output interface and / or particularly advantageously to the further adapter output interface. In particular, the tool interface and the further tool interface can be identical. However, the tool interface and the further tool interface are advantageously designed differently. As a result, a flexible application of a tool module system can advantageously be made possible. Particularly advantageous costs and / or components can be saved.

In addition, it is proposed that the tool module and the further tool module have at least one common component. In particular, the common component with the tool and with the other tool can be connected and advantageously manually solvable. Advantageously, the common component has at least one bearing unit which is provided for mounting the tool and / or the further tool which is particularly advantageously exchangeable with the tool. The bearing unit preferably comprises at least one bearing journal. As a result, advantageously flexibly replaceable components of a tool module can be realized. Particularly advantageous costs / costs, a number of components and / or a storage requirement can be kept low. Furthermore, advantageously a high level of user comfort, in particular a simple cleaning, can be made possible.

In addition, it is proposed that the common component is formed as a container. In particular, the common component at least partially encloses a receiving area. The receiving area is advantageously provided for receiving at least the tool, the further tool and / or the organic material. Particularly advantageously, the storage unit is arranged on a container bottom of the container. This advantageously allows a high degree of application flexibility. Furthermore, a high level of occupational safety can advantageously be made possible.

It is further proposed that the adapter module has at least one, in particular electrical, further drive unit, in particular the aforementioned further drive unit. In particular, the further drive unit of the adapter module can have the same features as the drive unit of the drive module. In particular, the adapter input interface is designed at least as an electrical adapter input interface and is advantageously electrically coupled to the further drive unit. In particular, the energy storage unit of the drive module is advantageously provided with electrical energy, at least by means of the drive interface, which is particularly advantageously designed at least as an electrical drive interface, to supply the further drive unit with electrical energy. Advantageously, the further drive unit with the tool and / or with the other tool is mechanically coupled and / or coupled. This advantageously allows a flexible coupling of a tool module, an adapter module and / or a drive module, particularly advantageously independent of at least one drive property, in particular a drive torque, a drive speed and / or preferably a drive power, a drive unit of the drive module. Particularly advantageous, a high torque and / or a high speed can be made possible.

Furthermore, it is proposed that the adapter module has at least one gear unit, in particular a further gear unit. In particular, the further gear unit is mechanically coupled to the adapter input interface and / or to the further drive unit. Furthermore, the further gear unit is mechanically coupled in particular to the adapter output interface and / or to the further adapter output interface. The further gear unit may in particular have at least one crank gear, at least one cam gear, at least one roller gear and / or at least one ratchet gear. Advantageously, the further gear unit at least one gear, particularly advantageous gear transmission, for example, bevel gear and / or preferably spur gear on. Advantageously, the further gear unit at least two and particularly advantageous exactly two waves with different rotation axes. Particularly advantageously, the further gear unit has at least two transmission outputs. The further gear unit may in particular be provided at least for a change of a rotation axis. Advantageously, the further gear unit is provided at least to a speed and / or torque change. This advantageously allows a flexible coupling of a tool module, an adapter module and / or a drive module, particularly advantageously independent of at least one drive property, in particular a drive torque and / or a drive speed, a drive unit of the drive module and / or a drive unit of the adapter module. Particularly advantageous, a high torque or high speed can be made possible.

In addition, it is proposed that the gear unit, in particular the further gear unit, at least one kinetic transducer unit, in particular with a transducer input element and with a Wandlerausgangselement, which is intended to continuous rotational movement, in particular of the converter input element, in a pulsating rotational movement, in particular of the converter output element to transform. Advantageously, the transducer input element is disc-shaped and particularly advantageously, the transducer input element has at least one cam. Preferably, in at least one operating condition, the transducer input member rotates at a non-periodic rotational speed in a fixed sense of rotation. Advantageously, the converter output element has at least one recess corresponding to the cam. Preferably, the converter output element rotates in at least one operating state with a rotational speed that fluctuates periodically between a minimum value, advantageously zero, and a maximum value, preferably with the same direction of rotation. As a result, a flexible coupling of a tool module, an adapter module and / or a drive module can advantageously be made possible. Advantageously, flexible drive modes of a drive module can be expanded. Particularly advantageous can be a high quality machining, in particular cutting quality, a tool module and / or an efficient use of a drive power allows.

In addition, it is proposed that the gear unit, in particular the further gear unit, at least one kinetic converter unit, in particular a further converter unit with a further converter input element and with a further converter output element, which is intended to a continuous rotational movement, in particular of the other converter input element, in to convert an alternating rotational movement, in particular of the further converter output element. Advantageously, at least one component of the further converter unit, particularly advantageously the further converter input element, has at least one eccentric. Preferably, the further converter input element rotates in at least one operating state with a non-periodic rotational speed in a fixed direction of rotation. Preferably, the further converter output element rotates in at least one operating state with a rotational speed which fluctuates periodically between a maximum value in the clockwise direction and a maximum value in the counterclockwise direction. As a result, a flexible coupling of a tool module, an adapter module and / or a drive module can advantageously be made possible. Advantageously, flexible drive modes of a drive module can be expanded. Particularly advantageous can be a high quality machining, in particular cutting quality, a tool module and / or an efficient use of a drive power allows.

It is also proposed that the tool module has at least one cutting tool, in particular a harvesting tool. In particular, the cutting tool is integrated into the tool, particularly advantageously into a container rim of the drying container, which is particularly preferably arranged on the main body of the tool. In particular, the cutting tool is intended to cut plants, preferably vegetables and / or particularly advantageous herbs, and preferably to harvest. As a result, an application flexibility can advantageously be realized. Furthermore, a compact design and / or a low storage requirement can be made possible.

Furthermore, it is proposed that the tool module system comprises at least one drive-free adapter module which comprises a single gear unit which has at least one central tool shaft for driving the tool and at least one central cutter shaft exchangeable with the central tool shaft for driving a further tool. Preferably, the tool module comprises the tool. In particular, the tool is designed as a drying container, in particular as a drying basket. Preferably, the further tool module comprises the further tool. In particular, the further tool is designed as a chopping tool, in particular as a knife chopping tool. In particular, the further tool has at least one blade. Preferably, the central tool shaft is provided for a rotating drive of the tool. Preferably, the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle is provided to a rotating drive of the other tool. The gear unit is preferably provided for a continuous drive of the tool and the other tool. A transmission of the gear unit is particularly intended to provide different rotational speeds of the central tool shaft and the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the transmission is provided to different rotational speeds and different rotational directions of the central tool shaft and the To provide central shredding tool shaft. Preferably, the gear unit is provided at a certain time to drive the tool or the other tool. Advantageously, a drive of two different tools can be achieved by means of a single gear unit. Advantageously, can be dispensed with a gear unit with a converter unit and advantageously a compact and inexpensive gear unit can be provided. Advantageously, a cost and space-efficient drive module can be provided.

In addition, it is proposed that the gear unit has at least one centric shaft receptacle which is provided to alternately receive the central tool shaft or the central cutter shaft. The gear unit preferably has a single shaft receptacle. Preferably, the shaft receptacle is provided in an operating state for a non-positive and / or positive coupling with the central tool shaft and in a further operating state for a positive and / or positive coupling with the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle. In particular, the central tool shaft and the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle can be locked with the shaft receiving. The shaft receptacle is preferably arranged centrally on the transmission. In particular, a longitudinal axis of the shaft receptacle extends coaxially to a longitudinal axis of the transmission. A "longitudinal axis" of an object, in particular a circular-cylindrical object, is in particular an axis which is aligned at least substantially perpendicular to a cross-sectional area of the object spanned by transverse extensions, in particular cylinder radii, of the object. The shaft receptacle is preferably provided as a function of an operating mode of the adapter module for receiving the central tool shaft or the central cutter shaft. In particular, the shaft receptacle is provided as a function of a drying operating mode of the adapter module for receiving the central tool shaft. In particular, the shaft receptacle is provided in response to a Häckselbetriebsmodus the adapter module for receiving the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle. Preferably, the central tool shaft and the central chopper tool shaft can be coupled to the shaft mount without tools. Preferably, the central tool shaft and the central chopper tool shaft can be detached from the shaft mount without tools. Advantageously, a drive unit with a single shaft receiving for two different waves can be provided. Advantageously, various modes of operation can be enabled with a single compactly designed gear unit.

Furthermore, it is proposed that in an assembled state of the central tool shaft, the tool is provided in at least one state, in particular in at least one transport state, for receiving the central cutter shaft and the further tool. In the mounted state, the central tool shaft is in particular coupled to the shaft receptacle. In particular, the central tool shaft is coupled to the tool in the mounted state. In particular, the central tool shaft extends in the assembled state at least partially within the tool. Preferably, the gear unit is provided in the transport state to a standstill. Preferably, the tool, in particular in the mounted state of the central tool shaft, on a usable volume, which allows a recording of Zentralchäckselwerkzeugwelle and the other tool. Advantageously, a transport and Verstaufunction of the tool can be made possible. Advantageously, a flexible tool module system can be provided.

It is also proposed that the tool module system comprises at least one adapter module which has at least one unlocking element for a release of a lock, in particular a snap lock, of the adapter module. In particular, the aforementioned adapter module comprises the unlocking element. Preferably, the unlocking element is designed as a, in particular spring-loaded, push button. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the unlocking element as a slide switch, as a toggle switch, as a knob o. The like. Is formed. Preferably, the unlocking element extends at least in sections through the housing unit of the adapter module. In particular, the unlocking element is provided for a solution of a lock by a locking element of the adapter module. Preferably, the locking element is designed as a snap hook element. The locking element is in particular provided to lock the housing unit of the adapter module with the common component, in particular with the container, the tool module and the further tool module. In particular, the locking element is provided to lock the housing unit of the adapter module with a container lid of the common component of the tool module and the further tool module. The unlocking element is in particular provided to release a locking of the housing unit of the adapter module with the common component, in particular with the container lid of the common component, of the tool module and of the further tool module. In particular, the unlocking element is a solution of the locking of the housing unit of the adapter module with the common component, in particular with the container lid of the common component, the tool module and the other tool module actuated. In particular, the unlocking element is provided for a solution of the locking of the housing unit of the adapter module with the common component, in particular with the container lid of the common component, the tool module and the further tool module to actuate the locking element. Advantageously, a flexible and user-friendly operation of the adapter module, in particular for a decoupling of a tool module, can be achieved.

Furthermore, it is proposed that the drive module has a housing unit, in particular the aforementioned housing unit, with a drive housing section, in particular the aforementioned drive housing section, and a handle housing section arranged at an angle to the drive housing section, in particular the aforementioned handle housing section. Advantageously, the housing unit of the drive module is designed pistol-shaped. Particularly advantageously, the drive module is in at least two, preferably at least three and more preferably at least four, gripping positions, preferably a pistol grip, a reverse pistol grip, a bar grip and / or a reverse bar handle, manageable. As a result, advantageously, a flexible handling and / or a plurality of gripping positions can be realized. Particularly advantageous high user comfort can be made possible.

In addition, it is proposed that the drive module has a maximum extension of at most 25 cm, in particular of at most 22 cm, advantageously of at most 20 cm and particularly advantageously of at most 19 cm. In particular, the maximum extent of the drive module is formed at least substantially as a distance of a free end of the drive housing portion and a free end of the handle housing portion. Advantageously, the drive module perpendicular to the main extension plane of the drive module has a maximum extension of at most 60 mm, advantageously of at most 55 mm, more preferably of at most 51 mm and particularly preferably of at most 48 mm. As a result, advantageously a flexible and / or simple handling can be achieved. Particularly advantageous, a compact design and / or a low storage requirement can be made possible.

In addition, it is proposed that the drive module has a mass of at most 1000 g, in particular of at most 700 g, advantageously of at most 500 g and particularly advantageously of at most 350 g. As a result, a high level of user comfort and, particularly advantageously, easy handling can advantageously be achieved. Preferably, a fatigue of a gripping hand can be prevented.

Furthermore, the invention is based on a drive module, in particular the aforementioned drive module, of a tool module system, in particular of the aforementioned tool module system. By virtue of this configuration of a tool module system, in particular a high degree of flexibility, advantageously application flexibility, can be achieved. Advantageously, flexibly exchangeable tool modules can be coupled to a drive module. Particularly advantageously, a high efficiency, in particular space efficiency, material efficiency and / or cost efficiency, can be achieved, preferably by means of an exchangeable tool and / or an exchangeable tool module.

Furthermore, the invention is based on a tool module, in particular the aforementioned tool module, of a tool module system, in particular of the aforementioned tool module system. By virtue of this configuration of a tool module system, in particular a high degree of flexibility, advantageously application flexibility, can be achieved. Advantageously, flexibly exchangeable tool modules can be coupled to a drive module. Particularly advantageously, a high efficiency, in particular space efficiency, material efficiency and / or cost efficiency, can be achieved, preferably by means of an exchangeable tool and / or an exchangeable tool module.

In addition, the invention is based on an adapter module, in particular the previously mentioned adapter module, of a tool module system, in particular of the aforementioned tool module system. By virtue of this configuration of a tool module system, in particular a high degree of flexibility, advantageously application flexibility, can be achieved. Advantageously, flexibly exchangeable tool modules can be coupled to a drive module. Particularly advantageously, a high efficiency, in particular space efficiency, material efficiency and / or cost efficiency, can be achieved, preferably by means of an exchangeable tool and / or an exchangeable tool module.

In addition, the invention is based on a method for operating a tool module system. By virtue of this configuration of a tool module system, in particular a high degree of flexibility, advantageously application flexibility, can be achieved. Advantageously, flexibly exchangeable tool modules can be coupled to a drive module. Particularly advantageously, a high efficiency, in particular space efficiency, material efficiency and / or cost efficiency, can be achieved, preferably by means of an exchangeable tool and / or an exchangeable tool module.

It is proposed that in at least one method step, at least by means of the drive module, a coupled tool module, in particular the aforementioned tool module and / or the further tool module is detected and in at least one further method step by means of the drive module depending on the detected tool module at least one drive parameter, in particular a speed, a torque, a direction of rotation and / or an operating mode, advantageously a continuous, alternating or pulsating operating mode is set. In particular, electrical signals and / or data are advantageously transmitted in the method step, at least via the drive interface, which is advantageously designed at least as an electrical drive interface, and via the tool interface, which is advantageously designed as an electrical tool interface. Preferably, the signals and / or data are processed by means of at least one electronic unit of the drive module. In particular, in the continuous mode of operation, a speed of the drive unit is free from periodic fluctuations. Further, especially in the alternate operating mode, the rotational speed of the drive unit periodically fluctuates between a maximum value in the clockwise direction and a maximum value in the counterclockwise direction. In addition, in particular in the pulsating operating mode, the rotational speed of the drive unit fluctuates periodically, advantageously with the direction of rotation remaining constant, between a minimum value, advantageously zero, and a maximum value. Preferably, the maximum value of the rotational speed in the pulsating operating mode and / or the maximum values of the rotational speed in the alternating operating mode can be preset or can be set by an operator, preferably by means of at least one actuating element. As a result, advantageous application flexibility can be made possible. Particularly advantageously, a flexible adjustment of a drive unit of a drive module can be made possible.

The tool module system according to the invention, the drive module according to the invention, the tool module according to the invention, the adapter module according to the invention and the method according to the invention are not intended to be limited to the application and embodiment described above. In particular, the tool module system according to the invention, the drive module according to the invention, the tool module according to the invention, the adapter module according to the invention and the method according to the invention for fulfilling a function described herein can have a different number from a number of individual elements, components and units and method steps mentioned herein. In addition, in the value ranges indicated in this disclosure, values lying within the stated limits are also to be disclosed as disclosed and used as desired.

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Further advantages emerge from the following description of the drawing. In the drawings, twenty-four embodiments are shown. The drawings, the description and the claims contain numerous features in combination. The person skilled in the art will expediently also consider the features individually and combine them into meaningful further combinations.

The term "tool base module" is intended to be synonymous with "drive module". Furthermore, the term "attachment device" should be understood as synonymous with "attachment module". In addition, the term "interface", in particular a tool base module, synonymous with "drive interface", in particular a drive module to be understood. In addition, the term "interface", in particular an attachment device, is to be understood as synonymous with "attachment interface", in particular an attachment module.

• 1 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Antriebsmoduls eines Werkzeugmodulsystems ohne Werkzeugmodul in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 2 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Werkzeugmoduls des Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 3 ein weiteres Ausführungsbeispiel eines Werkzeugmodulsystems mit einem Antriebsmodul, mit einem Adaptermodul und mit einem Werkzeugmodul in einem gekoppelten Zustand in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 4 eine perspektivische Ansicht des Adaptermoduls der 3 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 5 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Werkzeugs des Werkzeugmoduls der 3 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 6 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Teils des Werkzeugs der 5 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 7 eine Detailansicht eines in das Werkzeug der 5 und 6 integrierten Schneidwerkzeugs des Werkzeugmoduls in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 8 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines weiteren Teils des Werkzeugs der 5 bis 7 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 9 eine Schnittdarstellung eines Teils des Antriebsmoduls, des Adaptermoduls und eines weiteren Werkzeugmoduls des Werkzeugmodulsystems der 3 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 10 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Teil eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems mit einem Werkzeugmodul und mit einem Adaptermodul in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 11 eine Schnittdarstellung eines Teils eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems mit einem Antriebsmodul, mit einem Adaptermodul und mit einem weiteren Werkzeugmodul in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 12 eine Schnittdarstellung eines Teils eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems mit einem Antriebsmodul, mit einem Adaptermodul und mit einem Werkzeugmodul in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 13 eine Schnittdarstellung eines Teils des Werkzeugmodulsystems der 12 mit dem Antriebsmodul, mit dem Adaptermodul und mit einem weiteren Werkzeugmodul in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 14 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Teils des Adaptermoduls und des weiteren Werkzeugmoduls der 13 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 15 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit des Adaptermoduls der 12 bis 14 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 16 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 17 eine Seitenansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 18 eine Draufsicht auf ein Werkzeug und auf ein Schneidwerkzeug eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 19 eine Seitenansicht eines Werkzeugs und eines Schneidwerkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 20 eine Seitenansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 21 eine Draufsicht auf ein Schneidwerkzeug eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 22 eine Seitenansicht des Schneidwerkzeugs der 21 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 23 ein Schneidwerkzeug eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 24 eine Seitenansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 25 eine Draufsicht des Schneidwerkzeugs der 24 in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 26 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 27 ein Schneidwerkzeug in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 28 eine Draufsicht auf ein Schneidwerkzeug eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 29 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 30 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs und eines Werkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 31 eine perspektivische Ansicht eines Schneidwerkzeugs und eines Werkzeugs eines Werkzeugmoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 32 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 33 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 34 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 35 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 36 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung und
• 37 eine Draufsicht auf eine kinetische Wandlereinheit eines Adaptermoduls eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung,
• 38 eine Explosionsansicht eines Adaptermoduls mit einem Werkzeugmodul und einem weiteren Werkzeugmodul eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Werkzeugmodulsystems in einer schematischen Darstellung und
• 39 das Adaptermodul aus 38 in einer schematischen Darstellung.

Show it:

• 1 a perspective view of a drive module of a tool module system without tool module in a schematic representation,
• 2 a perspective view of a tool module of the tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 3 1 shows a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system with a drive module, with an adapter module and with a tool module in a coupled state in a schematic representation,
• 4 a perspective view of the adapter module of 3 in a schematic representation,
• 5 a perspective view of a tool of the tool module of 3 in a schematic representation,
• 6 a perspective view of a part of the tool of 5 in a schematic representation,
• 7 a detail view of a tool in the 5 and 6 integrated cutting tool of the tool module in a schematic representation,
• 8th a perspective view of another part of the tool of 5 to 7 in a schematic representation,
• 9 a sectional view of a portion of the drive module, the adapter module and another tool module of the tool module system of 3 in a schematic representation,
• 10 3 shows a perspective view of part of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system with a tool module and with an adapter module in a schematic representation,
• 11 3 is a sectional view of part of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system with a drive module, with an adapter module and with a further tool module in a schematic representation,
• 12 a sectional view of a portion of another embodiment of a tool module system with a drive module, with an adapter module and with a tool module in a schematic representation,
• 13 a sectional view of a part of the tool module system of 12 with the drive module, with the adapter module and with another tool module in a schematic representation,
• 14 a perspective view of a portion of the adapter module and the other tool module of 13 in a schematic representation,
• 15 a plan view of a kinetic transducer unit of the adapter module of 12 to 14 in a schematic representation,
• 16 a plan view of a kinetic transducer unit of an adapter module of a Another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 17 3 shows a side view of a cutting tool of a tool module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 18 a top view of a tool and a cutting tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 19 a side view of a tool and a cutting tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 20 3 shows a side view of a cutting tool of a tool module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 21 a top view of a cutting tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 22 a side view of the cutting tool of 21 in a schematic representation,
• 23 a cutting tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 24 3 shows a side view of a cutting tool of a tool module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 25 a top view of the cutting tool of 24 in a schematic representation,
• 26 3 a perspective view of a cutting tool of a tool module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 27 a cutting tool in a schematic representation,
• 28 a top view of a cutting tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 29 3 a perspective view of a cutting tool of a tool module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 30 a perspective view of a cutting tool and a tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 31 a perspective view of a cutting tool and a tool of a tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation,
• 32 1 a top view of a kinetic converter unit of an adapter module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic illustration,
• 33 1 a top view of a kinetic converter unit of an adapter module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic illustration,
• 34 1 a top view of a kinetic converter unit of an adapter module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic illustration,
• 35 1 a top view of a kinetic converter unit of an adapter module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic illustration,
• 36 a top view of a kinetic transducer unit of an adapter module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation and
• 37 1 a top view of a kinetic converter unit of an adapter module of a further exemplary embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic illustration,
• 38 an exploded view of an adapter module with a tool module and another tool module of another embodiment of a tool module system in a schematic representation and
• 39 the adapter module off 38 in a schematic representation.

Description of the embodiments

1 shows a perspective view of a tool base module 100a without an attachment device 400a , The tool base module 100a includes a coupling device 126a which is a mechanical interface 130a to a drive-mechanical connection of the attachment device 400a on a main output shaft 118a having. The attachment device 400a has one to the mechanical interface 130a corresponding mechanical interface 406a (see. 2 ) on. The tool base module 100a also has the main output shaft 118a with a wave recording 120a on. The wave recording 120a is preferably integral with a main output shaft 118a of the tool base module 100a educated. Alternatively or additionally, a coupling device could have a magnetic interface to a magnetic connection of a attachment device to a main output shaft.

The mechanical interface 130a is at least in particular substantially cylindrical and has a plurality of form-locking elements 142a . 144a . 146a on, which in particular evenly on an outer periphery of the mechanical interface 130a arranged and to a torque support of the attachment device 400a are provided. The positive locking elements 142a . 144a . 146a the mechanical interface 130a of the tool base module 100a are in particular provided to a torque support with corresponding positive-locking elements 410a . 412a . 414a the attachment device 400a co. The positive locking elements 142a . 144a . 146a can in particular as material recesses and / or recesses in a lateral surface 134a the mechanical interface 130a introduced as material protrusions on a lateral surface 134a the mechanical interface 130a and / or as flattening of a lateral surface 134a the mechanical interface 130a be educated. The mechanical interface 130a has in the present embodiment, three positive locking elements 142a . 144a . 146a which is offset by 120 ° on the outer circumference of the mechanical interface 130a are arranged. In the present embodiment, the mechanical interface 130a two similar form-fitting elements 142a . 144a on, which as material recesses or recesses in the lateral surface 134a the mechanical interface 130a are formed. The two similar form-locking elements 142a . 144a have an at least substantially triangular cross-section. The two similar form-locking elements 142a . 144a are to a recording of two correspondingly shaped form-locking elements 410a . 412a the attachment device 400a intended. The mechanical interface 130a also has a flattening of the lateral surface 134a the mechanical interface 130a trained positive-locking element 146a on. In particular, the form-locking element designed as a flattening is 146a to a system on a correspondingly formed flat positive-locking element 414a the attachment device 400a intended.

The mechanical interface 130a has an at least substantially perpendicular to the main output shaft 118a running face 132a in which a plurality of locking openings 136a . 138a . 140a is arranged, which are intended to locking hooks 416a . 418a . 420a the attachment device 400a take. The mechanical interface 130a has in the present embodiment, at least substantially perpendicular to the main output shaft 118a running face 132a on, in which three locking openings 136a . 138a . 140a are arranged, which are offset by 90 ° about the main output shaft 118a are arranged. All interface elements of the mechanical interface 130a , an electrical interface 148a and the wave recording 120a close at least substantially flush with the face 132a from. All interface elements of the mechanical interface 130a and the electrical interface 148a are at least partially in a wave recording 120a arranged cutting plane, which is at least substantially perpendicular to the main output shaft 118a runs.

The electrical interface 148a is to a coupled with the mechanical connection electrical connection of the attachment device 400a on the tool base module 100a intended.

The electrical interface 148a has two similar power contact sockets 150a . 152a to a transmission of a large electric power and / or a large electric current and a signal contact socket 154a to a transmission of a small electric power and / or a small electric current. The power contact sockets 150a . 152a are intended to provide electrical power from the tool base module 100a on the attachment device 400a transferred to. The power contact sockets 150a . 152a are intended to carry a current of at least 20A. The power contact sockets 150a . 152a are intended to transmit a power of at least 100 watts. It is conceivable that the power contact sockets 150a . 152a are provided for a transmission of a larger current and / or a higher power, for example, 30 A and / or 500 watts. The power contact sockets 150a . 152a have a maximum electrical resistance of 15 mΩ in a coupled state. The power contact sockets 150a . 152a have an electrical resistance of 12 mΩ in a coupled state.

The signal contact socket 154a is to a coupled with the mechanical connection further electrical connection of the attachment device 400a on the tool base module 100a intended. The signal contact socket 154a is intended to provide electrical power and / or an electrical signal between the tool base module 100a and the tower device 400a transferred to. The signal contact socket 154a is intended to transmit a current of at most 25 mA. It is conceivable that the signal contact socket 154a is intended to transmit a current of up to 1 A. It is conceivable that the electrical interface 148a in an alternative embodiment, only the power contact sockets 150a . 152a having.

The attachment device 400a is to a drive mechanical and an electrical connection to the tool base module 100a intended. The attachment device 400a has a main input shaft 408a and a coupling device 126a on, which is a mechanical interface 406a to a drive-mechanical connection of the main input shaft 408a at the main output shaft 118a of the tool base module 100a as well as an electrical interface 422a to an electrical coupling with an electrical interface 148a of the tool base module 100a having.

The mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a has in the present embodiment, three positive locking elements 410a . 412a . 414a which is offset by 120 ° on each inner circumference of the mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a are arranged. The mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a has two similar shape positive locking elements 410a . 412a on, which as material protrusions on the inner surface of the mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a are formed. The two similar form-locking elements 410a . 412a are formed as ribs. The two similar form-locking elements 410a . 412a are to a recording in two correspondingly shaped positive-locking elements 142a . 144a of the tool base module 100a intended. The mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a also indicates as a flattening of the inner surface of the mechanical interface 406a trained positive-locking element 414a on. The formed as a flattening positive locking element 414a is to a system on a correspondingly formed flat positive-locking element 146a of the tool base module 100a intended.

The mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a has a plurality of locking hooks 416a . 418a . 420a on, which are intended, in the locking openings 136a . 138a . 140a the mechanical interface 130a of the tool base module 100a intervene. The mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a has three locking hooks in the present embodiment 416a . 418a . 420a which is offset by 90 ° about the main input shaft 408a are arranged. The locking hooks 416a . 418a . 420a are in 2 each shown both in a locked state and in an unlocked state.

The main input shaft 408a is to a transmission of torque from the main output shaft 118a of the tool base module 100a on the attachment device 400a intended. The main input shaft 408a the attachment device 400a is formed in the present embodiment as a hexagonal shaft.

The attachment device 400a has an electrical interface 422a on, which corresponds to the electrical interface 148a of the tool base module 100a is trained. The electrical interface 422a has two similar power plug contacts 424a . 426a to a transmission of a large electric power and / or a large electric current and a signal plug contact 428a to a transmission of a small electric power and / or a small electric current. The signal plug contact 428a is between the two power connectors 424a . 426a arranged and oriented at least substantially perpendicular to these. The power plug contacts 424a . 426a and the signal plug contact 428a are completely inside of the mechanical interface 406a the attachment device 400a arranged collar arranged. This can damage, in particular bending, the power plug contacts 424a . 426a and the signal plug contact 428a , For example, in a fall of the attachment device 400a , at least largely prevented.

Alternatively or in addition to a mechanical interface and / or an electrical interface, a drive module and / or an attachment module could have a magnetic interface. As a result, a rapid and / or guided coupling of at least two modules, in particular of the drive module and the attachment module, could advantageously be made possible.

In the 3 to 39 Twenty four further embodiments are shown. The following descriptions and the drawings are essentially limited to the differences between the exemplary embodiments, with reference in principle to the same reference components, in particular with respect to components with the same reference numerals, to the drawings and / or the description of the other embodiments, in particular 1 and 2 , can be referenced. To distinguish the embodiments of the letter a is the reference numerals of the embodiment in the 1 and 2 readjusted. In the embodiments of the 3 to 39 the letter a is replaced by the letters b to y.

In the 3 to 9 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 3 to 9 the letter b is added. The further embodiment of the 3 to 9 differs from the previous embodiment, at least substantially by an adapter module 700b and by an embodiment of tool modules 500b . 600b ,

3 shows a tool module system 10b , The tool module system 10b is designed as a kitchen tool module system. The tool module system 10b is designed as a hand tool module system. The tool module system 10b is designed as a machine tool system. The tool module system 10b is designed as a power tool module system. The tool module system 10b is designed as a portable tool module system. The tool module system 10b is designed as a hand-held tool module system. The tool module system 10b is intended for a kitchen use. The tool module system 10b is intended for use in a living and / or dining area. The tool module system 10b is intended for a manual use. The tool module system 10b is optimized for use as a tabletop device.

The tool module system 10b includes a drive module 100b , The drive module 100b is designed as a portable drive module. The drive module 100b is designed as a hand-held drive module. The drive module 100b has a mass of at most 1000 g, in particular of at most 700 g, advantageously of at most 500 g and particularly advantageously of at most 350 g. The drive module 100b has a maximum extension of at most 25 cm, in particular of at most 22 cm, advantageously not more than 20 cm and particularly advantageously not more than 19 cm. The drive module 100b has a maximum extension of about 18.5 cm.

The drive module 100b has a drive unit 110b on. The drive unit 110b is designed as an electrical machine. The drive unit 110b is designed as an electric motor. The drive unit 110b is designed as a wireless drive unit. The drive unit 110b has a rotor. Furthermore, the drive unit 110b a stator on. The drive unit 110b has a plurality of operating functions. The operating functions of the drive unit 110b are designed tower-specific. The drive module 100b also has a gear unit 112b on. The gear unit 112b is the drive unit 110b downstream in the torque flow. Alternatively, a drive module could also be gearless.

The drive module 100b has a housing unit 218b on. The housing unit 218b includes a drive housing portion 220b , The housing unit 218b includes a handle housing portion 224b , The housing unit 218b is designed pistol-shaped. The handle housing section 224b is angled to the drive housing section 220b arranged. An internal angle between a longitudinal axis of the drive housing portion 220b and a longitudinal axis of the handle housing portion 224b is at least 80 °, in particular at least 90 °. The internal angle is at most 170 °, in particular at most 135 °. The drive housing section 220b and the handle housing section 224b span a main extension plane of the drive module 100b on. The drive module 100b is tangible in a plurality of gripping positions. The drive module 100b is tangible with a pistol grip. The drive module 100b is tangible with a reverse pistol grip. The drive module 100b is tangible with a bar handle. The drive module 100b is with a reverse one Bar grip tangible. Alternatively, a drive module could also be designed rod-shaped.

The drive module 100b has a drive interface 128b on. The drive interface 128b is designed as a mechanical drive interface. The drive interface 128b includes a recess 120b , The recess 120b is designed as a wave recording. The drive interface 128b is designed as an electrical drive interface. The drive interface 128b has a conductor contact. Alternatively or additionally, a drive interface could be designed as a magnetic drive interface and / or have at least one magnetic and / or magnetizable interface element.

The tool module system 10b includes an attachment module 400b , The attachment module 400b is as an adapter module 700b educated. The adapter module 700b is to a mechanical connection of an additional attachment module 480b to the drive module 100b intended. The adapter module 700b is to a power transmission of the drive module 100b to the additional attachment module 480b intended. The adapter module 700b is to a mechanical connection of another essay module 490b to the drive module 100b intended. The adapter module 700b is to a power transmission of the drive module 100b to the additional attachment module 490b intended.

The adapter module 700b has a housing unit 718b on. The housing unit 718b is in the 3 and 4 shown. The housing unit 718b is designed in several parts. The housing unit 718b has a first housing element 720b on. The first housing element 720b has a ceiling section 728b on. The ceiling section 728b is arched. The ceiling section 728b is plate-shaped. The first housing element 720b has a first skirt portion 722b on. The first coat section 722b closes to an outside area of the ceiling section 728b on. The first housing element 720b has a second shell portion 724b on. The second shell section 724b closes at the first shell section 722b on. The second shell section 724b forms a traction element. The first coat section 722b and the second shell portion 724b are through a stage 726b separated from each other. The stage 726b forms a positive connection element. The housing unit 718b has a second housing element 729b on. The second housing element 729b has a third shell portion 730b on. The third coat section 730b closes to an interior of the ceiling section 728b on. The third coat section 730b is tubular.

The adapter module 700b has a connection unit 734b on. The connection unit 734b is intended for a non-positive and / or positive connection. The connection unit 734b is intended for a bayonet connection. The connection unit 734b includes three force and / or positive locking elements, of which, for example, a force and / or positive locking element 736b is provided with a reference numeral. The force and / or positive locking elements of the connection unit 734b are over a circumference of the second shell portion 724b arranged distributed. The force and / or positive locking element 736b is as a part of the second jacket section 724b educated. The force and / or positive locking element 736b encloses a depression 738b , The depression 738b is in the second shell section 724b admitted. Alternatively or additionally, a connection unit to a latching connection and / or a magnetic connection could be provided.

The adapter module 700b has a plate element 740b on. The plate element 740b is on the housing unit 718b fixed. The plate element 740b is on the first housing element 720b fixed. The second shell section 724b encloses an edge region of the plate element 740b , The plate element 740b is by means of a plurality of connecting elements on the housing unit 718b , in particular on the first housing element 720b , fixed, of which exemplified a connecting element 742b is provided with a reference numeral. The connecting element 742b is designed as a screw and / or as a bolt. The connecting element 742b is in a screw dome 754b of the first housing element 720b fixed.

The adapter module 700b has an adapter output interface 710b on. The adapter output interface 710b is on the plate element 740b arranged. The adapter output interface 710b is perpendicular to a main plane of extension of the plate element 740b considered decentralized on the plate element 740b arranged. The adapter output interface 710b is at least designed as a mechanical adapter output interface. The adapter output interface 710b includes a first power transmission element 716b , The first power transmission element 716b is intended for a power transmission, in particular a torque transmission. The first power transmission element 716b is intended for continuous power transmission. The first power transmission element 716b is rotatably mounted. The first power transmission element 716b is disc-shaped. The first power transmission element 716b has a plurality of teeth. The first power transmission element 716b is designed as a gear.

The adapter module 700b has another adapter output interface 714b on. The further adapter output interface 714b is on the plate element 740b arranged. The further adapter output interface 714b is perpendicular to a main plane of extension of the plate element 740b considered centrally on the plate element 740b arranged. The further adapter output interface 714b is at least designed as a mechanical adapter output interface. The further adapter output interface 714b includes a second power transmission element 715b , The second power transmission element 715b is rotatably mounted. The second power transmission element 715b is intended for continuous power transmission. The second power transmission element 715b has a plurality of to a power transmission, in particular torque transmission, provided edges. The second power transmission element 715b is designed as a hexagon. The second power transmission element 715b is from a ring element 712b enclosed. The second power transmission element 715b is through a gap of the ring element 712b separated. Alternatively or additionally, at least one adapter output interface could be designed as an electrical and / or as a magnetic adapter output interface.

The adapter output interface 710b and the other adapter output interface 714b differ in at least one mechanical drive characteristic. The mechanical drive quantity is as a speed of the first power transmission element 716b and the second power transmission element 715b educated. The mechanical drive quantity is as a torque of the first power transmission element 716b and the second power transmission element 715b educated. The mechanical drive size is designed as an interface size. The further adapter output interface 714b is more compact than the adapter output interface 710b , The second power transmission element 715b is more compact than the first power transmission element 716b , The first power transmission element 716b and the second power transmission element 715b have different axes of rotation.

The adapter module 700b has an adapter input interface 708b on. The adapter input interface 708b is in 9 shown. The adapter input interface 708b is from the second housing element 729b at least partially enclosed. The adapter input interface 708b is at least designed as a mechanical adapter input interface. The adapter input interface 708b is with the drive interface 128b coupled. The adapter input interface 708b is with the drive interface 128b mechanically coupled. The adapter input interface 708b is with the drive interface 128b directly couplable. The adapter input interface 708b has a third power transmission element 707b on. The third power transmission element 707b is rotatably mounted. The third power transmission element 707b is as a wave end 706b educated. The third power transmission element 707b has a plurality of to a power transmission, in particular torque transmission, provided edges. The third power transmission element 707b is designed as a hexagon. Alternatively or additionally, an adapter input interface could be designed as an electrical and / or as a magnetic adapter input interface.

The adapter module 700b has another transmission unit 744b on. The further gear unit 744b is from the housing unit 718b at least partially enclosed. Much of the other transmission unit 744b is from the housing unit 718b and the plate element 740b enclosed. The further gear unit 744b is with the adapter input interface 708b mechanically coupled. The further gear unit 744b is with the adapter output interface 710b mechanically coupled. The further gear unit 744b is with the other adapter output interface 714b mechanically coupled. The further gear unit 744b is designed as a gear transmission, in particular a spur gear. The further gear unit 744b is intended for a speed change. The further gear unit 744b is intended for a torque change. Alternatively or additionally, a gear unit could be provided at least for a change of a rotation axis.

The further gear unit 744b has a plurality of waves 702b . 752b on. The further gear unit 744b has a first wave 702b on. The first wave 702b is designed as a transmission input shaft. The first wave 702b is designed as a solid shaft. The first wave 702b has two shaft ends 704b . 706b on. The first wave 702b has the aforementioned shaft end 706b on. The further gear unit 744b has a second wave 752b on. The second wave 752b is designed as an intermediate shaft. The second wave 752b and the first wave 702b have different axes of rotation. The first wave 702b and the second wave 752b have parallel axes of rotation. The further gear unit 744b has two transmission outputs. A first transmission output of the transmission output is considered the first power transmission element 716b educated. A second transmission output of the transmission output is as the second power transmission element 715b educated.

The further gear unit 744b has a plurality of transmission elements 756b . 758b . 760b . 762b . 764b . 766b . 770b . 772b on. The transmission elements 756b . 758b . 760b . 762b . 764b . 766b . 770b . 772b are, in particular with respect to the housing unit 718b , movably mounted. The transmission elements 756b . 758b . 760b . 762b . 764b . 766b . 770b . 772b are intended for power transmission. The transmission elements 756b . 758b . 760b . 762b . 764b . 766b . 770b . 772b are intended for torque transmission. The transmission elements 756b . 758b . 760b . 762b . 764b . 766b . 770b . 772b are in the power flow between the first wave 702b and the first power transmission element 716b or between the first wave 702b and the second power transmission element 715b arranged.

The tool module system 10b includes the additional attachment module 480b , The additional attachment module 480b is as a tool module 500b educated. The tool module 500b includes a tool interface 504b , The tool interface 504b is at least designed as a mechanical tool interface. The tool interface 504b is with the drive interface 128b coupled. The tool interface 504b and a tool 502b are formed in one piece. Alternatively or additionally, a tool interface could be designed as an electrical tool interface and / or as a magnetic tool interface.

The tool module 500b has the tool 502b on. The tool 502b is in the 3 and 5 shown. The tool 502b is designed as a drying container. The tool 502b is designed as a drying basket. The tool 502b is intended for drying vegetables and / or herbs.

6 shows a main body 506b of the tool 502b , The main body 506b includes a bottom body 508b , The soil body 508b forms a bottom of the tool 502b out. The soil body 508b includes a central body center 510b , The centerbody 510b is open-ended. The centerbody 510b is plate-shaped. The soil body 508b includes a suspension 514b , The suspension 514b is in the centerbody 510b admitted. The suspension 514b has a receptacle opened to an underbody side. The suspension 514b is to a rotatable mounting of the tool 502b intended. The soil body 508b further comprises a plate body 512b , The plate body 512b surrounds the middle body 510b , The plate body 512b has a plurality of openings. The plate body 512b is spider web-shaped. The plate body 512b has two ring struts 516b . 518b on. The ring struts 516b . 518b of the plate body 512b are circular. The plate body 512b has an inner ring strut 516b on. The plate body 512b has an outer ring strut 518b ,

The main body 506b includes a wall body 520b , The wall body 520b forms a wall of the tool 502b out. The wall body 520b has a plurality of openings. The wall body 520b has three ring struts 522b . 524b . 526b on. The ring struts 522b . 524b . 526b of the wall body 520b are circular. The ring struts 522b . 524b . 526b have different dimensions. The wall body 520b has a first ring body 534b on. The first ring body 534b comprises a plurality of identically formed segments, of which, for example, a segment 538b is provided with a reference numeral. The segment 538b is formed scaly. The segment 538b is arched. The segments of the first ring body 534b are uniform over a circumference of the first ring body 534b arranged distributed. The segments of the first ring body 534b connect to each other.

The main body 506b has a plurality of radial struts, exemplified by two radial struts 528b . 530b are provided with reference numerals. The radial struts 528b . 530b of the basic body 506b extend over the bottom body 508b and over the wall body 520b , The radial struts 528b . 530b of the basic body 506b connect each one of the segments of the first ring body 534b with the centerbody 510b , The radial struts 528b . 530b of the basic body 506b and the ring struts 516b . 518b . 522b . 524b . 526b of the basic body 506b cross perpendicular to each other. The radial struts 528b . 530b of the basic body 506b and the ring struts 516b . 518b . 522b . 524b . 526b of the basic body 506b include a plurality of openings, an example of which is an opening 532b is provided with a reference numeral. The openings of the main body 506b are intended for a water passage.

The main body 506b includes a force and / or positive locking element 536b , The force and / or positive locking element 536b of the basic body 506b is as an edge of the first ring body 534b educated.

The 5 and 8th show a cover element 546b of the tool 502b , The cover element 546b comprises a central second annular body 548b , The second ring body 548b encloses a recess 550b , On an outer side of the second ring body 548b a plurality of teeth is arranged, exemplified by a tooth 552b is provided with a reference numeral. The second ring body 548b forms a gear, in particular a spur gear, from.

The cover element 546b includes a third ring body 554b , The third ring body 554b includes a plurality of similarly formed Segments, of which one example is a segment 558b is provided with a reference numeral. The segments of the third ring body 554b are corresponding to the segments of the first ring body 534b educated. The segments of the third ring body are uniform over a circumference of the third ring body 554b arranged distributed. The segments of the third ring body 554b connect to each other.

The cover element 546b has two ring struts 560b . 562b on. The ring struts 560b . 562b the lid element 546b are circular. The ring struts 560b . 562b the lid element 546b are between the second ring body 548b and the third ring body 554b arranged. The cover element 546b has a plurality of radial struts, exemplified by two radial struts 564b . 566b are provided with reference numerals. The radial struts 564b . 566b the lid element 546b extend between the second ring body 548b and the third ring body 554b , The radial struts 564b . 566b the lid element 546b connect each one of the segments of the third ring body 554b with the second ring body 548b , The radial struts 564b . 566b the lid element 546b and the ring struts 560b . 562b the lid element 546b cross perpendicular to each other. The radial struts 564b . 566b the lid element 546b and the ring struts 560b . 562b the lid element 546b include a plurality of openings, an example of which is an opening 568b is provided with a reference numeral. The openings of the cover element 546b are intended for a water passage.

The cover element 546b includes a force and / or positive locking element 556b , The force and / or positive locking element 556b the lid element 546b is as an edge of the third ring body 554b educated. The force and / or positive locking element 556b the lid element 546b is corresponding to the force and / or positive locking element 536b of the basic body 506b educated.

The cover element 546b and the main body 506b are intended for connection. The cover element 546b and the main body 506b are intended for a non-positive and / or positive connection. The cover element 546b and the main body 506b are by means of the force and / or positive locking element 556b the lid element 546b and by means of the force and / or positive locking element 536b of the basic body 506b connectable. The cover element 546b and the main body 506b are solvable to a filling. In a connected state enclose the body 506b and the lid member 546b a storage area for vegetables to be dried and / or herbs to be dried.

The tool module 500b has a cutting tool 540b on. The cutting tool 540b is in 7 shown in more detail. The cutting tool 540b is on the tool 502b appropriate. The cutting tool 540b is on the body 506b appropriate. The cutting tool 540b is in one of the segments of the first ring body 534b admitted. The cutting tool 540b is designed as a harvesting tool. The cutting tool 540b is intended to cut plants, especially vegetables and / or preferably herbs. The cutting tool 540b is intended to harvest plants, especially vegetables and / or preferably herbs.

The cutting tool 540b has a first blade 542b on. The cutting tool 540b has a second blade 544b on. The second blade 544b is angled to the first blade 542b arranged. The first blade 542b and the second blade 544b contact each other. The first blade 542b and the second blade 544b are arranged V-shaped.

The tool module 500b has a tool interface 504b on. The tool interface 504b is in the tool 502b integrated. The tool interface 504b is in the lid element 546b integrated. The tool interface 504b is as the second ring body 548b educated. The tool interface 504b is designed as a mechanical tool interface. The tool interface 504b is with the drive interface 128b indirectly coupled. The tool interface 504b is with the adapter output interface 710b coupled. The tool 502b is by means of the tool interface 504b drivable. The tool 502b is by means of the tool interface 504b rotatable. The tool 502b is provided in at least one operating state for a spin of vegetables and / or herbs.

The tool module system 10b includes the additional attachment module 490b , The further attachment module 490b is in 9 shown. The further attachment module 490b is as another tool module 600b educated. The further tool module 600b has another tool 602b on. The other tool 602b is designed as a chopping tool, in particular herb chopping tool. The other tool 602b is designed as a Messerhäckselwerkzeug. The other tool 602b is designed as a knife shaft. The other tool 602b is intended for mincing and / or shredding vegetables and / or herbs.

The other tool 602b includes a wave 606b , The wave 606b the other tool 602b is designed as a hollow shaft. The wave 606b the other tool 602b is as one Knife shaft formed. The wave 606b the other tool 602b has a first recess at a first shaft end 608b on. The wave 606b the other tool 602b has a second recess at a second shaft end 610b on. The other tool 602b has at least one blade 612b on. The blade 612b is at the shaft 606b appropriate. The blade 612b is in a middle section of the shaft 606b appropriate. Alternatively, a tool could have multiple blades.

The further tool module 600b has another tool interface 604b on. The further tool interface 604b is in the other tool 602b integrated. The further tool interface 604b is considered the first shaft end of the shaft 606b the other tool 602b educated. The further tool interface 604b is at least designed as a mechanical tool interface. The further tool interface 604b is with the drive interface 128b indirectly coupled. The further tool interface 604b is with the other adapter output interface 714b directly couplable. The other tool 602b is by means of the further tool interface 604b and in particular by means of the drive unit 110b drivable. The other tool 602b is by means of the tool interface 604b rotatable. The tool interface 504b and the other tool interface 604b are different. Alternatively, at least two tool modules could have identical tool interfaces.

The tool module 500b and the other tool module 600b have a common component 800b on. The common component 800b is designed as a container. The common component 800b is with the adapter module 700b releasably connectable. A container edge 802b of the common component 800b and the connection unit 734b of the adapter module 700b are intended for a detachable connection. The container edge 802b of the common component 800b and the connection unit 734b are intended for a bayonet connection. Alternatively or additionally, a container edge and a connection unit to a latching connection and / or a magnetic connection could be provided.

The common component 800b is with the tool 502b connectable. The common component 800b is from the tool 502b manually detachable. The common component 800b is with the other tool 602b connectable. The common component 800b is from the other tool 602b manually detachable. The tool 502b and the other tool 602b are interchangeable in the common component 800b used.

The common component 800b has a storage unit 806b on. The storage unit 806b is on a ground 810b of the common component 800b arranged. The storage unit 806b is to a storage of the tool 502b intended. The storage unit 806b is to a storage of the other tool 602b intended. The storage unit 806b has a journal 808b on. The suspension 514b of the tool 502b is to a recording of the journal 808b intended. The second recess 610b the wave 606b the other tool 602b is to a recording of the journal 808b intended.

The common component 800b is to catch one, in particular through the openings of the tool 502b squat, water provided. The common component 800b is intended for intake of vegetables and / or herbs.

In a method of operating the tool module system 10b is in a process step by means of the drive module 100b a coupled tool module 500b . 600b recognized. In a further method step, by means of the drive module 100b depending on the detected tool module 500b . 600b a speed, a torque, a direction of rotation and / or an operating mode set. In the operating mode, a continuous, alternating or pulsating speed can be set. In the method step, the drive interface, in particular designed at least as an electrical drive interface, is provided 128b and via a, in particular at least designed as an electrical tool interface, tool interface 504b . 604b of the detected tool module 500b . 600b , in particular electrical, signals and / or data transmitted. The signals and / or data are by means of an electronic unit of the drive module 100b processed.

In 10 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 10 the letter c is adjusted. The further embodiment of the 10 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of an adapter module 700c and a common component 800c of tool modules 600c ,

A first housing element 720c a housing unit 718c of the adapter module 700c is translucent. The first housing element 720c forms a ceiling section 728c the housing unit 718c out. The first housing element 720c is transparent. The adapter module 700c is free from a plate element. At least a majority of the common component 800c is translucent. At least the majority of the component 800c is transparent.

In 11 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 11 the letter d is added. The further embodiment of the 11 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of an adapter module 700d ,

The adapter module 700d has a further drive unit 750d on. The further drive unit 750d is designed as an electrical machine. The further drive unit 750d is designed as an electric motor. Another gear unit 744d of the adapter module 700d has a planetary gear.

The adapter input interface 708d is designed as an electrical adapter input interface. By means of the adapter input interface 708d is the further drive unit 750d electrical energy supplied. The adapter input interface 708d has three conductor contacts, an example of which is a conductor contact 709D is provided with a reference numeral.

The adapter module 700d has exactly one adapter output interface 714d on. The adapter output interface 714d is designed as a mechanical adapter output interface. The adapter output interface 714d is with a tool interface 504d a tool module 500d coupled. The adapter output interface 714d is with another tool interface 604d another tool module 600d coupled. A speed of a drive unit one with the adapter module 700d coupled drive module is adjustable, in particular by a user.

In the 12 to 15 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 12 to 15 the letter e is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 12 to 15 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by a configuration of another gear unit 744e an adapter module 700e ,

The further gear unit 744e has a kinetic transducer unit 746E on. The kinetic transducer unit 746E is in the 14 and 15 shown in more detail. The kinetic transducer unit 746E is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into a pulsating rotational movement. The kinetic transducer unit 746E is intended to provide a continuous rotational movement of a transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E in a pulsating rotational movement of a transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e convert. Alternatively or additionally, a drive unit of a drive module could be provided in at least one operating state for a pulsed and / or an alternating rotational movement.

The kinetic transducer unit 746E has the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e on. The transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e is with a second wave 752 e the further gear unit 744e rotatably connected. The transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e is martinskreuzförmig trained. The transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e is formed Maltese cross. The transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e has a plurality of recesses. Between the recesses has the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e concave sections on.

The kinetic transducer unit 746E has the transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E on. The transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E is with a first wave 702e the further gear unit 744e rotatably connected. The transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E is disc-shaped. The transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E includes a power transmission element 774e , The power transmission element 774e is designed as an eccentric. The power transmission element 774e is to engage in the recesses of the converter element formed as a transmission element 762e intended.

The power transmission element 774e is a partial entrainment of the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e intended. For each revolution of the transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E rotates the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e by a defined angle, in particular by 90 °. A rotational movement of the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e has an impulsive beginning and an impulsive end.

In 12 is a force flow, in particular torque flow, in a coupled state of an adapter module 700e with the further gear unit 744e and a tool module 500e shown. The power flow runs from the first wave 702e via two gear elements designed as gears 756e . 758e the further gear unit 744e to the second wave 752 e , The power flow is from the second wave 752 e via a transmission element designed as a fixing element 772e the further gear unit 744e to a first Power transmission element 716E an adapter output interface 710e of the adapter module 700e , The power flow extends from the first power transmission element 716E to a tool interface 504e of the tool module 500e , The tool 502e of the tool module 500e is driven continuously by means of the power flow.

In 13 is another power flow, in particular further torque flow, in a coupled state of the adapter module 700e and another tool module 600e shown. The further power flow runs from the first wave 702e over the two gears designed as gears 756e . 758e the further gear unit 744e to the second wave 752 e , The further power flow runs from the second wave 752 e about two trained as gears further transmission elements 760e . 764E the further gear unit 744e and a trained as a further fixing element transmission element 770e the further gear unit 744e to the transmission element designed as a converter input element 766E , The further power flow extends from the transmission element formed as a converter input element 766E over the power transmission element 774e to the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e , The further power flow extends from the transmission element designed as a converter output element 762e to a second power transmission element 715e another adapter output interface 714E of the adapter module 700e , The further power flow extends from the second power transmission element 715e to another tool 602e , in particular a wave 606e , the further tool module 600e , The other tool 602e the further tool module 600e is driven by the further power flow pulsating.

In 16 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 16 is the letter f readjusted. The further embodiment of the 16 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746F a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746F is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into an alternating rotational movement, in particular with a periodically alternating direction of rotation. The kinetic transducer unit 746F is intended to provide a continuous rotational movement of a transducer input element 776f trained gear element in an alternating rotational movement of a transducer output element 778f convert converted gear element.

The kinetic transducer unit 746F has the transducer input element 776f on. The kinetic transducer unit 746F has a power transmission element 774f on. The power transmission element 774f is on the converter input element 776f arranged. The power transmission element 774f is with the converter input element 776f connected. The power transmission element 774f is designed as an eccentric.

The kinetic transducer unit 746F has another power transmission element 780F on. The further power transmission element 780F has an elongated opening 782f which leads to a receptacle of the force transmission element 774f is provided. A rotational movement of the transducer input element 776f causes a linear movement of the further force transmission element 780F ,

The further power transmission element 780F is with the transducer output element 778f coupled. The kinetic transducer unit 746F has the transducer output element 778f on. A liner movement of the further force transmission element 780F causes an alternating rotational movement of the transducer output element 778f ,

In 17 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 17 the letter g is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 17 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540g a tool module.

The cutting tool 540g is designed as a pair of scissors, especially pruning shears. A first blade 542g of the cutting tool 540g is immobile trained. The first blade 542g has a concave cutting edge. The first blade 542g has a pointed end. A second blade 544g of the cutting tool 540g is movable to the first blade 542g arranged. The second blade 544g has a convex cutting edge. The second blade 544g has a pointed end.

In 18 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 18 the letter h is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 18 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540h a tool module.

The cutting tool 540h is designed as a pair of scissors, especially pruning shears. The cutting tool 540h has a rotatably mounted lever 570h on. The cutting tool 540h is with the lever 570h manually operable. A first blade 542h of the cutting tool 540h is at the lever 570h appropriate. A second blade 544H of the cutting tool 540h is at a container edge 802h a common component 800h a tool module 500h and another tool module 600h appropriate. Alternatively, a cutting tool could be attached to a tool and / or on an adapter module and / or integrated into a tool and / or in an adapter module.

In 19 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 19 is the letter i readjusted. The further embodiment of the 19 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540i a tool module.

The cutting tool 540i is designed as a pair of scissors, especially pruning shears. A first blade 542i of the cutting tool 540i has a concave cutting edge. The first blade 542i is in a recess in a container edge 802i a common component 800i a tool module 500i and another tool module 600i admitted. A second blade 544i of the cutting tool 540i has a convex cutting edge. The second blade 544i is movably mounted. The second blade 544i is at the container edge 802i appropriate.

In 20 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 20 is the letter j readjusted. The further embodiment of the 20 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540J a tool module.

The cutting tool 540J is designed as a Knipswerkzeug. The cutting tool 540J has two snipping elements 572j . 574j on. Adjacent transverse edges of the snipping elements 572j . 574j are sharp-edged. A first click element 572j of the cutting tool 540J is immobile trained. A second click element 574j of the cutting tool 540J is opposite the first click element 572j deflectable. A spring force leaves the second click element 574j From a deflected position back to a starting position while a clippings 576j cut.

In the 21 and 22 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 21 and 22 is the letter k readjusted. The further embodiment of the 21 and 22 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540k a tool module.

The cutting tool 540k is designed as a Knipswerkzeug. The cutting tool 540k has two snipping elements 572k . 574K on. Contiguous longitudinal edges of the snipping elements 572k . 574K are sharp-edged. A first click element 572k of the cutting tool 540k is immobile trained. A second click element 574K of the cutting tool 540k is opposite the first click element 572k deflectable. A spring force leaves the second click element 574K From a deflected position back to a starting position while a clippings 576k cut.

In 23 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 23 is the letter I readjusted. The further embodiment of the 23 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 5401 a tool module.

The cutting tool 5401 is designed as a circular saw tool. The cutting tool 5401 has a rotatably mounted disc 5781 on. The cutting tool 5401 has a variety of on the disc 5781 attached saw teeth, of which exemplified a sawtooth 5801 is provided with a reference numeral. The cutting tool 5401 has a counterpart arranged in a vicinity of the saw teeth 5821 on. The counterpart 5821 is to a recording and / or fixation of a clippings 5761 intended. The disc 5781 and the saw teeth are at a cutting of the cuttings 5761 intended.

In the 24 and 25 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 24 and 25 the letter m is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 24 and 25 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540m a tool module.

The cutting tool 540m has a fixed first blade 542m on. The first blade 542m is perpendicular to a main plane of extension of the first blade 542m considers at least substantially a rectangular shape. At a transverse edge of the first blade 542m is a cutting edge arranged. The cutting tool 540m has a movably arranged second blade 544m on. The second blade 544m is perpendicular to a main plane of extension of the second blade 544m considers at least substantially a rectangular shape. At a transverse edge of the second blade 544m is a cutting edge arranged.

In 26 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 26 the letter n is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 26 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540N a tool module.

The cutting tool 540N has a fixed first blade 542n on. The first blade 542n is at a container edge 802N a common component 800n a tool module 500n and another tool module 600n arranged. The cutting tool 540N has a movably arranged second blade 544n on. The second blade 544n is at the container edge 802N arranged. The second blade 544n and the first blade 542n have mutually angled arranged cutting.

In 28 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 28 the letter o is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 28 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540o a tool module.

In 27 is a in the embodiment of 28 applied cutting principle, in particular incisor principle shown. 27 shows a pair of pliers 584o with two movably mounted teeth 586o . 588o , The teeth 586o . 588o have mutually parallel cutting edges. The teeth 586o . 588o are intended to collide with their cutting edges. The teeth 586o . 588o are intended to be perpendicular to a clippings 576o successive happen.

28 shows a common component 800o a tool module 500o and another tool module 600o in a top view. The cutting tool 540o is in the common component 800o integrated. The cutting tool 540o has two mutually moveable teeth 586o . 588o on. The teeth 586o . 588o are as wall areas of the common component 800o formed, which adjoin an intermediate gap. By deforming, in particular compression, a container wall of the common component 800o bump your teeth 586o . 588o each other.

In 29 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 29 is the letter p readjusted. The further embodiment of the 29 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540p a tool module.

The cutting tool 540p is in a container lid 804P a common component 800p a tool module 500p and another tool module 600p integrated. The container lid 804P has a basic body 812p on. The main body 812p has a circular segment-shaped cutout. The container lid 804P has a movably mounted cover element 814p on. The cover element 814p is arranged in the region of the circular segment-shaped cutout. The cover element 814p is provided a closure of a variable part of the circular segment-shaped cutout. Contiguous edges of the body 812p of the container lid 804P and the lid member 814p are intended to sever in a closing operation located in the circular segment-shaped cutout clippings.

In 30 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 30 the letter q is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 30 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540q a tool module.

The cutting tool 540q is as one of a common component 800q a tool module 500Q and another tool module 600Q formed separate cutting tool. The cutting tool 540q is designed as a pair of scissors. The cutting tool 540q is from the common component 800q in a side view 816q transportable.

In 31 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 31 the letter r is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 31 differs from the previous embodiments at least substantially by an embodiment of a cutting tool 540R a tool module.

The cutting tool 540R has exactly one blade 542R on. The blade 542R is designed as a harvesting blade. The blade 542R has a recess. The recess of the blade 542R is from a cutting edge of the blade 542R bounded. The blade 542R is in a container edge 802R a common component 800r a tool module 500r and another tool module 600r admitted.

In 32 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 32 the letter s is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 32 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746s a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746s is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into a pulsating rotational movement. A transducer input element 776s the kinetic transducer unit 746s is formed as a disk-shaped element. The transducer input element 776s points in a first angle section 784S a plurality of teeth. The transducer input element 776s is in one of the first angle section 784S complementary second angle section 786s Toothless trained.

A transducer output element 778s the kinetic transducer unit 746s is designed as a gear, in particular as a spur gear. The transducer input element 776s is in the first angle section 784S to a toothing with the transducer output element 778s intended. The transducer input element 776s is in the first angle section 784S for torque transmission to the transducer output element 778s intended. The transducer input element 776s is in the second angle section 786s intended to interrupt the torque transmission. Alternatively, a transducer input element and a transducer output element could be coupled by means of an interrupted frictional connection.

In 33 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 33 is the letter t readjusted. The further embodiment of the 33 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746t a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746t is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into a pulsating rotational movement. A transducer input element 776t the kinetic transducer unit 746t points in a first angle section 784t a plurality of teeth. The transducer input element 776t is in one of the first angle section 784t complementary second angle section 786t Toothless trained.

A transducer output element 778T the kinetic transducer unit 746t is designed as a gear, in particular as a spur gear. The transducer output element 778T is within the transducer input element 776t arranged. A diameter of the transducer output element 778T is less than an inner diameter of the transducer input element 776t , The transducer input element 776t is in the first angle section 784t to a toothing with the transducer output element 778T intended. The transducer input element 776t is in the first angle section 784t for torque transmission to the transducer output element 778T intended. The transducer input element 776t is in the second angle section 786t intended to interrupt the torque transmission.

In 34 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 34 is the letter u readjusted. The further embodiment of the 34 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746u a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746u is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into a pulsating rotational movement. A transducer input element 776u the kinetic transducer unit 746u is annular. The transducer input element 776u has an inner side a power transmission element 774u on. The power transmission element 774u is designed as a tooth.

A transducer output element 778u the kinetic transducer unit 746u is within the transducer input element 776u arranged. A maximum extension of the converter output element 778u is less than a maximum extension of the transducer input element 776u , The transducer output element 778u is martinskreuzförmig trained. The transducer output element 778u is formed Maltese cross. The transducer output element 778u has a plurality of to the power transmission element 774u corresponding incisions. The power transmission element 774u is an engagement in the cuts of the transducer output element 778u intended. The power transmission element 774u is an angular portion entrainment of the converter output element 778u intended.

In 35 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 35 the letter v is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 35 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746v a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746v is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into an alternating rotational movement. The kinetic transducer unit 746v has a disk-shaped transducer input element 776v on. The kinetic transducer unit 746v has a disk-shaped transducer output element 778v on. The transducer output element 778v has a larger maximum extent than the transducer input element 776v , The Converter input element 776v and the transducer output element 778v are via a power transmission element 774v coupled. The power transmission element 774v is rod-shaped. The power transmission element 774v is offset from a rotation axis of the transducer input element 776v with the converter input element 776v coupled. The power transmission element 774v is offset from a rotation axis of the transducer output element 778v with the transducer output element 778v coupled. A distance of a connection point of the force transmission element 774v with the transducer output element 778v is greater than a distance of a connection point of the power transmission element 774v with the converter input element 776v ,

In 36 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 36 the letter w is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 36 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746w a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746w is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into an alternating rotational movement. The kinetic transducer unit 746w has a rotatably mounted disk-shaped converter input element 776w on. The kinetic transducer unit 746w has a power transmission element 774w on. The power transmission element 774w is at the transducer input element 776w arranged. The power transmission element 774w is designed as an eccentric.

The kinetic transducer unit 746w has another power transmission element 780W on. The further power transmission element 780W encloses an elongated opening 782w , The opening 782w is to a recording of the power transmission element 774w intended. The further power transmission element 780W has a toothed rod-shaped section 788w , In particular a rack on.

The kinetic transducer unit 746w has a rotatably mounted transducer output element 778w on. The transducer output element 778w has a dentate arcuate portion 790W on. The rod-shaped section 788w the further force transmission element 780W and the arcuate section 790W of the converter output element 778w are intended for a toothing.

In 37 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 37 the letter x is adjusted. The further embodiment of the 37 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a kinetic transducer unit 746x a transmission unit of an adapter module.

The kinetic transducer unit 746x is intended to convert a continuous rotational movement into an alternating rotational movement. The kinetic transducer unit 746x has a rotatably mounted disk-shaped converter input element 776x on. The kinetic transducer unit 746x has a power transmission element 774x on. The power transmission element 774x is at the transducer input element 776x arranged. The power transmission element 774x is designed as an eccentric.

The kinetic transducer unit 746x has another power transmission element 780x on. The further power transmission element 780x encloses an elongated opening 782x , The opening 782x is to a recording of the power transmission element 774x intended. The further power transmission element 780x has a toothed rod-shaped section 788x , In particular a rack on.

The kinetic transducer unit 746x has a rotatably mounted transducer output element 778x on. The transducer output element 778x is designed as a gear, in particular as a spur gear. The rod-shaped section 788x the further force transmission element 780x and the transducer output element 778x are intended for a toothing.

In the 38 and 39 another embodiment is shown. The embodiment of 38 and 39 the letter y is readjusted. The further embodiment of the 38 and 39 differs from the previous embodiments, at least substantially by an embodiment of a transmission unit 744y an adapter module 700y ,

38 shows an exploded view of the adapter module 700y with a tool module 500Y and another tool module 600Y in a schematic representation. The tool module 500Y includes a tool 502Y , The further tool module 600Y includes another tool 602y , The adapter module 700y is designed without drive. The adapter module 700y includes a single gear unit 744y leading to a drive of the tool 502Y at least one central tool shaft 818y and to a drive of the other tool 602y at least one with the central tool shaft 818y exchangeable central chopper shaft 820y having. The tool 502Y is designed as a drying container, in particular as a drying basket. The other tool 602y is as a chopping tool, especially as a Messerhäckselwerkzeug formed. The other tool 602y has two blades 612y on. The central tool shaft 818y is to a rotating drive of the tool 502Y intended. The central chopper shaft 820y is to a rotating drive of the other tool 602y intended. The gear unit 744y is to a continuous drive of the tool 502Y and the other tool 602y intended. A gearbox of the gear unit 744y is intended to provide different rotational speeds of the central tool shaft 818y and the central chopper shaft 820y provide. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the transmission is provided to different rotational speeds and different rotational directions of the central tool shaft 818y and the central chopper shaft 820y provide. The gear unit 744y is at a certain time to a drive of the tool 502Y or the other tool 602y intended.

The gear unit 744y has at least one centric wave recording 822y on, which is intended to alternately the central tool shaft 818y or the central chopper shaft 820y take. The gear unit 744y has a single wave recording 822y on. The wave recording 822y is in an operating state to a positive and / or positive coupling with the central tool shaft 818y and in another operating state to a non-positive and / or positive coupling with the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle 820y intended. The central tool shaft 818y and the central chopper shaft 820y are with the wave recording 822y latched. The wave recording 822y is arranged centrally on the transmission. A longitudinal axis 826y the wave recording 822y runs coaxially to a longitudinal axis 828y of the transmission. The wave recording 822y is dependent on an operating mode of the adapter module 700y to a recording of the central tool shaft 818y or the central chopper shaft 820y intended. The wave recording 822y is dependent on a drying mode of operation of the adapter module 700y to a recording of the central tool shaft 818y intended. The wave recording 822y is dependent on a chopping mode of operation of the adapter module 700y to a recording of the central chopper shaft 820y intended. The central tool shaft 818y and the central chopper shaft 820y are tool-free with the shaft mount 822y coupled. The central tool shaft 818y and the central chopper shaft 820y are tool-free from the shaft mount 822y solvable.

In a mounted state of the central tool shaft 818y is the tool 502Y in at least one state, in particular in at least one transport state, to receive the Zentralhäckselwerkzeugwelle 820y and the other tool 602y is provided. In the assembled state, the central tool shaft 818y with the wave recording 822y coupled (not shown here). The central tool shaft 818y is in the assembled state with the tool 502Y coupled. The central tool shaft 818y extends in the mounted state at least partially within the tool 502Y , The gear unit 744y is provided in the transport state to a standstill. The tool 502Y points, especially in the assembled state of the central tool shaft 818y , a usable volume, which is a receptacle of the central chopper shaft 820y and the other tool 602y allows.

The adapter module 700y has at least one unlocking element 824y to a solution of a lock, in particular a snap-lock, of the adapter module 700y on. The unlocking element 824y is designed as a spring-loaded push button. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the unlocking element 824y as a slide switch, as a toggle switch, as a knob o. The like. Is formed. The unlocking element 824y extends at least partially through a housing unit 718y of the adapter module 700y , The unlocking element 824y is a solution to a lock by a locking element 830y of the adapter module 700y intended. The locking element 830y is designed as a snap hook element. The locking element 830y is intended to the housing unit 718y of the adapter module 700y with a common component 800Y of the tool module 500Y and the other tool module 600Y to lock. The common component 800Y is designed as a container. The locking element 830y is intended to the housing unit 718y of the adapter module 700y with a container lid 804y of the common component 800Y of the tool module 500Y and the other tool module 600Y to lock. The unlocking element 824y is intended to lock the housing unit 718y of the adapter module 700y with the common component 800Y , in particular with the container lid 804y of the common component 800Y , the tool module 500Y and the other tool module 600Y to solve. The unlocking element 824y is a solution to the lock of the housing unit 718y of the adapter module 700y with the common component 800Y , in particular with the container lid 804y of the common component 800Y , the tool module 500Y and the other tool module 600Y actuated. The unlocking element 824y is a solution to the lock of the housing unit 718y of the adapter module 700y with the common component 800Y , in particular with the container lid 804y of the common component 800Y , the tool module 500Y and further tool module 600Y intended to the locking element 830y to press.

The common component 800Y has a floor element 832y on. The floor element 832y is to a seal of the common component 800Y intended. The floor element 832y is designed as a rubber lip. The adapter module 700y has a coupling element 834y on. The coupling element 834y is meant to be the other tool 602y , in particular rotationally fixed, on the central chopper shaft 820y to fix. The adapter module 700y includes an electronic storage unit 836y for storage of operating data, in particular of available operating modes, of the adapter module 700y , The storage unit 836y is designed as a nonvolatile memory module. The storage unit 836y is designed as an electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM). The adapter module 700y has an electrical interface 422y on. The adapter module 700y includes one on the housing unit 718y arranged display element 838y leading to an indication of a selected operating mode of the adapter module 700y is provided. The display element 838y is designed as a display ring.

39 shows the adapter module 700y out 38 in a schematic representation. The adapter module 700y is in one with the common component 800Y coupled, in particular locked, state shown. The unlocking element 824y extends at least in sections through a ceiling section 728y a first housing element 720Y the housing unit 718y ,

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Claims (22)

Tool module system, in particular kitchen tool module system, with at least one drive module, which has at least one drive unit (110b) and at least one electrical and / or mechanical drive interface (128b), and with at least one tool module (500b, 600b; 600c; 600e; 500y, 600y), which comprises at least one tool (502b, 602b, 602c, 602e, 502y, 602y) and at least one mechanical tool interface (504b, 504e, 604b, 604e) coupleable to the drive interface (128b), characterized in that the tool (502b; 502y ) is formed as a drying container. Tool module system according to the preamble of Claim 1 and especially after Claim 1 characterized by at least one adapter module having at least one electrical and / or mechanical adapter input interface (708b; 708d; 708e) coupleable to the drive interface (128b) and at least one mechanical adapter output interface (710b; 710e, 714b; 714d; 714e) to which the tool interface (504b; 504e, 604b; 604e) can be coupled. Tool module system according to Claim 2 , characterized in that the adapter module has at least two mechanical adapter output interfaces (710b; 710e, 714b; 714e). Tool module system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one further tool module (600b; 600c; 600e; 600y) which has at least one further tool (602b; 602c; 602e; 602y) and at least one further mechanical tool interface which can be coupled to the drive interface (128b) (604b; 604e). Tool module system according to Claim 4 , characterized in that the tool module (500b; 500y) and the further tool module (600b; 600y) have at least one common component (800b; 800c; 800y). Tool module system according to Claim 5 characterized in that the common component (800b; 800c; 800y) is formed as a container. Tool module system according to one of Claims 2 to 6 , characterized in that the adapter module has at least one further drive unit (750d). Tool module system according to one of Claims 2 to 6 , characterized in that the adapter module comprises at least one gear unit (744b; 744e; 744y). Tool module system according to Claim 8 characterized in that the gear unit (744b; 744e) comprises at least one kinetic transducer unit (746e; 746s; 746t; 746u) arranged to convert a continuous rotational movement into a pulsating rotational movement. Tool module system according to Claim 8 or 9 characterized in that the gear unit (744b; 744e) comprises at least one kinetic transducer unit (746f; 746v; 746w; 746x) arranged to convert a continuous rotational movement into an alternating rotational movement. Tool module system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the tool module (500b, 600b; 600c; 600e; 600y) comprises at least one cutting tool (540b; 540g; 540h; 540i; 540j; 540k; 5401; 540m; 540n; 540o; 540p; 540q; 540r). Tool module system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one drive-free adapter module comprising a single gear unit (744y), at least one central tool shaft (818y) for driving the tool (502y) and at least one for driving a further tool (602y) comprising central tool shaft (820y) exchangeable with the central tool shaft (818y). Tool module system according to Claim 12 characterized in that the gear unit (744y) comprises at least one central shaft receiver (822y) adapted to alternately receive the central tool shaft (818y) or the central cutter shaft (820y). Tool module system according to Claim 12 or 13 , characterized in that in an assembled state of the central tool shaft (818y) the tool (502y) is provided in at least one state, in particular in at least one transport state, for receiving the central cutter shaft (820y) and the further tool (602y). Tool module system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one adapter module having at least one unlocking element (824y) for a release of a lock, in particular a snap lock, of the adapter module (700y). Tool module system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drive module has a housing unit (218b) with a drive housing portion (220b) and an angled to the drive housing portion (220b) arranged handle housing portion (224b). Tool module system according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drive module has a maximum extension of at most 25 cm. Tool module system (10b) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the drive module has a mass of at most 1000 g. Drive module of a tool module system according to one of the preceding claims. Tool module of a tool module system according to one of Claims 1 to 18 , Adapter module) of a tool module system according to one of Claims 2 . 3 . 7 to 10 or 12 to 15 , Method for operating a tool module system according to one of Claims 1 to 18 , characterized in that in at least one method step at least by means of the drive module, a coupled tool module (500b, 600b; 600c; 600e; 500y, 600y) is detected and in at least one further method step by means of the drive module in dependence of the detected tool module (500b, 600b; 600c, 600e, 500y, 600y) at least one drive parameter is set.

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