Adjustable Damper Bracket Assembly for Variable Duct Layouts
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing damper systems in HVAC and venting systems face challenges in installation and retrofitting due to space and efficiency concerns, particularly when dealing with varying duct dimensions and orientations.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable bracket assembly that transmits actuation force from a single actuator to multiple damper assemblies, allowing for adjustable mounting and operation of damper systems in-line with ducts of varying distances and orientations, using a shaft and output levers to control the position of multiple damper assemblies from a single motor.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a single actuator is used to control multiple damper assemblies, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability to varying duct configurations deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket assembly incorporates adjustable mounting brackets with multiple hole patterns and telescoping linkages that can be configured to match various duct distances and orientations. This dynamic adjustability allows a single actuator system to adapt to different duct configurations while maintaining simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket assembly is designed as a universal mounting structure that can accommodate multiple damper assemblies at different positions and angles. The adjustable brackets and linkages enable the same actuator system to control dampers in various duct arrangements, providing multi-functionality without increasing complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If adjustable mounting is implemented to accommodate varying duct distances, then adaptability improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting brackets feature adjustable hole patterns and telescoping linkages that can be configured to match various duct distances. This dynamic adjustability provides adaptability while using straightforward mechanical components rather than complex mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting structure is divided into separate adjustable brackets and linkages that can be independently configured. This segmentation allows each component to be adjusted for specific distance requirements without complicating the entire mounting system.
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AI summary
An example an adjustable bracket and a damper system usable with the adjustable bracket assembly for transmitting an actuation force from an actuator to a plurality of damper assemblies. The adjustable bracket assembly may include a shaft extending along and configured to rotate about a first axis in response to an output from the actuator, a first output lever configured to transmit a rotational force of the shaft to a first damper assembly, and a second output lever configured to transmit the rotational force of the shaft to a second damper assembly.