Compressor isolation molded insert
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current HVAC systems require a different base pan for each compressor configuration, leading to inefficiencies in manufacturing and increased costs due to the need for multiple designs and components.
Innovation Solution
A universal base pan with interchangeable inserts, each designed for specific compressor configurations, utilizing a snap fit connection and isolator materials to absorb vibrations and secure the compressor, allowing for a single base pan to accommodate various compressor capacities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a different base pan is designed for each compressor configuration, then the compressor can be properly supported and isolated, but the manufacturing complexity and cost increase due to multiple designs
Solution Approach 1:
The base pan is designed as a universal component that can accommodate multiple compressor configurations through interchangeable inserts. The base pan includes a opening that can receive different inserts, each configured for specific compressor types and capacities, allowing one base pan design to serve multiple functions across different system applications.
Solution Approach 2:
The base pan system is segmented into two independent components: the universal base pan and the configurable inserts. This segmentation allows the base pan to remain a single standardized design while the inserts provide the necessary variation for different compressor configurations, simplifying manufacturing of the base pan while maintaining adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple base pan designs are created for different compressor configurations, then each compressor can be properly accommodated, but manufacturing efficiency decreases and costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
A single universal base pan design serves multiple compressor configurations through the use of interchangeable inserts, eliminating the need to manufacture multiple base pan variants and improving production efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The base pan system transitions from static, configuration-specific designs to a dynamic, reconfigurable system where inserts can be changed based on the compressor type, allowing the same base pan to adapt to different applications without remanufacturing.
3Device complexity
If a universal base pan with interchangeable inserts is used, then manufacturing is simplified and costs reduced, but the complexity of assembly and installation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into the universal base pan and pre-configured inserts, allowing inserts to be manufactured independently and pre-prepared for specific compressor types, simplifying the final assembly process at the installation site.
Solution Approach 2:
The inserts are pre-configured and pre-prepared with the appropriate features for specific compressor types before installation, so that during assembly, the installer simply needs to select and install the correct insert rather than modifying the base pan or compressor.
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
This solution enables the use of a single universal base pan across different system applications, simplifies manufacturing, reduces costs, and effectively isolates vibrations between the compressor and base pan, enhancing overall system performance.
Implementation Method 1
comprising an isolator material positioned between the overhang and the surface of the base pan
Data Source
AI summary
An assembly includes a base pan having an opening formed therein and an insert mountable to the base pan within the opening. The insert is connectable to a compressor.