Alternator Cover with Removable Sections for Multiple Configurations
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing alternator covers for motor vehicles are not compatible with different configurations of alternator components, such as regulators and rectifiers, leading to increased manufacturing costs and time due to the need for multiple cover designs.
Innovation Solution
A universal cover with removable sections that can be adapted to fit various configurations of alternator connectors and rectifier terminals, allowing the same cover to be used across multiple configurations, reducing manufacturing complexity and costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If different covers are developed for each alternator configuration, then compatibility with specific regulator and rectifier configurations is improved, but manufacturing costs and device complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single alternator cover that can accommodate multiple configurations of regulators and rectifiers. The cover incorporates adjustable mounting positions and adaptable connection points that allow it to function with different component arrangements, eliminating the need for multiple specialized cover designs while maintaining full compatibility across all configurations.
2Reliability
If different covers are developed for each alternator configuration, then proper fit and protection for specific components is improved, but manufacturing time and costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the cover into modular sections with independent mounting points and adjustable features. This allows the single cover design to be configured for different component arrangements while maintaining reliable protection, and enables streamlined manufacturing through standardized modular components that can be produced efficiently.
3Ease of manufacture
If a universal cover design is used, then manufacturing costs and time are reduced, but adaptability to different connector and terminal configurations must be maintained
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by incorporating adjustable and reconfigurable features in the universal cover design. The cover includes movable mounting brackets, adjustable connection points, and flexible positioning mechanisms that allow it to adapt to different connector and terminal configurations while maintaining a single standardized manufacturing process, thus achieving both ease of manufacture and high adaptability.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a cover for protecting a regulator and a rectifier of a motor vehicle alternator, comprising at least two removable sections that are each compatible with at least two possible configurations for the connector of the regulator, and/or at least two removable sections that are each compatible with at least two possible configurations for the terminal of the rectifier, which cover can be used to protect more than one possible configuration of a motor vehicle alternator and reduces manufacturing time and costs.