Brake Venting and Sealing Layout for Internal Pressure Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Brake driving apparatuses face issues with internal pressure fluctuations due to temperature changes, leading to potential damage and reduced lifespan, especially in compact designs where temperature rises can cause excessive pressure increases, affecting both electric motors and electronic control devices.

Innovation Solution

A brake driving apparatus is designed with a hydraulic valve block featuring a vent channel for air discharge, an electronic control device with a ventilation hole and a membrane filter, and sealing members made of Cured In Place Gaskets (CIPG) to maintain internal pressure equilibrium by allowing controlled air passage and preventing contamination.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Volume of moving object

If the brake driving apparatus is designed with a compact size to save installation space, then the installation space requirement is reduced, but the internal pressure easily rises due to temperature rise during electric motor operation

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation spaceVSAvoidinternal pressure
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSStress or pressure

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts the harmful factor (excessive internal pressure) from the system by introducing a pressure relief valve that releases pressure when it exceeds a predetermined threshold. This allows the compact design to be maintained while preventing pressure buildup that would otherwise damage components.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a thermal management system as an intermediary component between the electric motor and the hydraulic system. This mediator dissipates heat generated during motor operation, preventing temperature rise that would cause pressure increase in the compact enclosure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Temperature

If the internal pressure rises due to temperature change of electric motor and electronic control device, then the temperature management capability is insufficient, but the overall lifespan of the brake driving apparatus is reduced and the replacement cycle of parts is shortened

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetemperature management capabilityVSAvoidlifespan of brake driving apparatus
Core Design Contradiction:
TemperatureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements preliminary thermal management measures by designing heat dissipation structures and pressure relief mechanisms that activate before temperature and pressure reach damaging levels. The pressure relief valve is pre-configured to open at a safe threshold, preventing conditions that would reduce component lifespan.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent incorporates a feedback mechanism through temperature and pressure sensors that continuously monitor the internal environment. When temperature rise or pressure increase is detected, the system automatically activates cooling and pressure relief functions, creating a closed-loop control that maintains reliable operation and extends apparatus lifespan.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Temperature

If excessive internal pressure occurs due to temperature rise, then the temperature control capability is insufficient, but the electric motor may be damaged or oil leakage may occur

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetemperature control capabilityVSAvoiddamage to electric motor or oil leakage
Core Design Contradiction:
TemperatureVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary anti-action by designing preventive measures that counteract the harmful effects of temperature rise and pressure increase before they cause damage. The pressure relief valve and thermal management system are pre-configured to neutralize the harmful effects of overheating and pressure buildup, protecting the electric motor and preventing oil leakage.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #9Preliminary anti-action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements beforehand cushioning by introducing protective structures and pressure relief mechanisms that cushion against the harmful effects of temperature-induced pressure rise. These pre-installed protective measures absorb and mitigate the impact of thermal expansion and pressure buildup, preventing direct damage to sensitive components.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

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 solution effectively stabilizes internal pressure, preventing excessive increases that could damage components and reducing the need for premature part replacements by allowing controlled air passage and sealing to maintain equilibrium.

Implementation Method 1

a filter (400) attached to the electrical component housing (300) to block the ventilation hole (340) so that air can pass therethrough

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFiltration: Filter (physical)

Implementation Method 2

a vent channel (129) for discharging air to the outside

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPressure gradient: Pressure Gradient

Implementation Method 3

The vent sealing member and the main sealing member may be made of a Cured In Place Gaskets (CIPG)

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAdhesion: Adhesive

Data Source

PatentUS11932227B2Brake driving apparatus
Publication Date: 2024.03.19 HL MANDO CORP
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AI summary

A brake driving apparatus includes a hydraulic valve block including a vent channel for discharging air to the outside, an electronic control device that includes an electrical component housing open in a direction of the vent channel of the hydraulic valve block and having a ventilation hole connected to an internal space and a filter attached to the electrical component housing to block the ventilation hole so that air can pass therethrough, and is supported by one side of the hydraulic valve block, and a vent sealing member that seals a space between the hydraulic valve block and the electronic control device and surrounds the vent channel, the ventilation hole, and the filter.