Vibration Damping Base for Portable Air Pump Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Portable air pumps used in vehicles experience vibrations during operation, which can cause the pump to move or disrupt the inflation process, leading to inconvenience and inefficiency.
Innovation Solution
A vibration damping base is introduced, comprising a rigid base portion attached to the compressor housing and flexible foot extensions that support the air pump and dampen vibrations, while also providing slots for air hose storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a portable air pump is used for vehicle tire inflation, then it provides convenient mobile air supply, but vibrations during operation cause the pump to move and disrupt the inflation process
Solution Approach 1:
A vibration damping base is introduced as an intermediary component between the air pump and the supporting surface. The base includes a rigid base portion attached to the compressor housing and multiple flexible foot extensions that contact the ground. This intermediary structure absorbs and dampens vibrations, preventing the pump from moving during operation while maintaining its portable nature.
Solution Approach 2:
The vibration damping base combines rigid and flexible materials in a composite structure. The rigid base portion provides structural support and attachment to the compressor housing, while the flexible foot extensions provide vibration damping and stability. This composite approach allows the pump to remain portable while achieving operational stability.
2Weight of moving object
If the air pump is designed for portability, then it can be easily moved and stored, but it lacks a stable base to prevent movement during operation
Solution Approach 1:
The vibration damping base converts the harmful vibrations generated by the air pump into a beneficial stabilizing force. The flexible foot extensions are designed to flex and absorb the vibrational energy, transforming it into elastic deformation that dampens the vibrations rather than allowing them to cause the pump to move. This converts a harmful factor into a benefit that enhances operational stability.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a rigid base is used to support the air pump, then stability is improved, but vibration damping capability is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The base structure employs local quality by having different portions with different mechanical properties. The rigid base portion provides structural support and attachment to the compressor housing, while the flexible foot extensions specifically address vibration damping. Each portion is optimized for its local function, creating an overall structure that achieves both stability and vibration reduction.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The vibration damping base effectively reduces the movement of the air pump during operation, enhances the stability of the inflation process, and facilitates convenient storage of accessories like the air hose.
Implementation Method 1
The flexible foot extensions are configured to support the portable air pump and inflator system on a surface and dampen vibrations caused by the operation of the electric air compressor
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AI summary
Systems and methods disclosed herein include a portable air pump and inflator system comprising an electric air compressor, a compressor housing enclosing the electric air compressor, an air hose attached or attachable to an air outlet of the electric air compressor, and a housing base attached to the compressor housing. The housing base comprises a rigid base portion that is attached to the compressor housing and a plurality of flexible foot extensions that extend from the rigid base portion. The flexible foot extensions are configured to support the portable air pump and inflator system on a surface and dampen vibrations caused by the operation of the electric air compressor.