Method and device for capturing ferromagnetic particles for a mechanical system, and associated mechanical system

A sequential activation of electromagnets in a mechanical system automates the removal of ferromagnetic particles, enhancing efficiency and reducing maintenance time by allowing real-time detection and removal.

FR3125442B1Active Publication Date: 2025-12-19EUROCOPTER FRANCE SA
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Patent Information

Application Number
FR2021008066
Authority / Receiving Office
FR · FR
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2021-07-26
Publication Date
2025-12-19
Estimated Expiration
2041-07-26

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Technical Problem

Existing methods for removing ferromagnetic particles from mechanical systems, such as power transmission boxes, are time-consuming and require human intervention, which can be inefficient and labor-intensive.

Method used

A device comprising an array of electromagnets activated sequentially by an electrical unit to attract and move ferromagnetic particles within a mechanical system, allowing for automated and rapid capture without human intervention.

Benefits of technology

The device efficiently captures and relocates ferromagnetic particles within the mechanical system, reducing maintenance time and improving operational efficiency by enabling real-time detection and removal during system operation.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a capture device (10) for capturing ferromagnetic particles (90). The capture device (10) comprises several electromagnets (15) that can be activated sequentially. The capture device (10) includes an electrical unit (20) connected to the electromagnets (15) and supplying them electrically one after the other during a cleaning cycle. (Shorthand figure: Figure 1)
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