Accumulator
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional accumulators for compressors are prone to increased height, vibration, and noise due to the need for a connection pipe extending from the bottom surface, which complicates installation and operation.
Innovation Solution
An accumulator design featuring a case with a recessed portion and connection pipes that connect to the side surface of the compressor, reducing the overall height and minimizing vibration by positioning the vertical centers of the compressor and accumulator closer together.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If the connection pipe extends from the bottom surface of the accumulator to connect to the compressor, then the accumulator can be installed above the ground, but the overall height of the product increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connection pipe is configured to extend from the side surface of the accumulator body rather than from the bottom surface, changing the spatial dimension of connection. This allows the accumulator to be positioned at a lower height while maintaining proper connection to the compressor, thereby reducing the overall height of the product without compromising installation capability.
2Ease of operation
If the connection pipe extends from the bottom surface of the accumulator, then the accumulator can be positioned above the ground, but vibration from the compressor is transferred to the accumulator
Solution Approach 1:
The connection pipe serves as an intermediary element that is strategically positioned and configured to connect the accumulator to the compressor. By extending from the side surface and being properly routed, it acts as a vibration-isolating intermediary that prevents direct vibration transfer from the compressor to the accumulator body, while still enabling operational positioning flexibility.
3Ease of manufacture
If the connection pipe extends from the bottom surface of the accumulator, then the accumulator can be installed above the ground, but noise is generated
Solution Approach 1:
Changing the connection pipe configuration from bottom-surface extension to side-surface extension repositions the connection point in a different spatial dimension. This configuration reduces the proximity between the accumulator and the compressor's noise-generating components, thereby reducing noise transmission while maintaining installation capability.
4Length of stationary object
If the connection pipe is configured to reduce the design height of the accumulator, then the overall height is reduced, but the gap between the compressor and accumulator must be minimized
Solution Approach 1:
The connection pipe is designed with flexible routing and appropriate length to accommodate dynamic spatial arrangements between the accumulator and compressor. This allows the system to maintain reduced height configuration while adapting to different installation gaps and spatial requirements, reducing the need for complex fixed spatial arrangements.
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AI summary
An accumulator connected to a compressor, the accumulator including a case that forms a space in which liquid refrigerant and gaseous refrigerant are accommodated, a suction pipe which is connected to the case, and at least one connection pipe which connects a side surface of the case and a suction side of the compressor, whereby a space between a side surface of the compressor and a side surface of the accumulator is less than a length of a portion of the connection pipe from the side surface of the compressor to the side surface of the accumulator.