Compressor Unit Pad Iron Alignment Using Single-Meter Calculation

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Solution Overview

Problem

The existing methods for compressor unit alignment using a single meter are slow and inefficient, requiring continuous adjustments of thin pad irons on foundation supports, leading to prolonged construction periods and low efficiency.

Innovation Solution

An installation mechanism and calculation method that includes a bracket with a connecting piece, a dial gauge fixture, a rotatable cam system, and a calculation formula to determine and adjust pad iron thickness directly, allowing for precise and rapid alignment adjustments.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If continuous adjustment of thin pad iron is used for alignment, then alignment precision can be achieved, but the adjustment speed and efficiency are very slow

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvealignment precisionVSAvoidadjustment efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent calculates the required pad iron thickness in advance using a mathematical formula based on measured alignment errors, rather than adjusting incrementally. This preliminary calculation determines the exact adjustment needed, eliminating the slow trial-and-error process while maintaining alignment precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the mechanical trial-and-error adjustment method with a mathematical calculation system. By using measurement data and alignment formulas, the system computes the precise pad iron thickness required, substituting iterative mechanical adjustment with direct mathematical determination.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Manufacturing precision

If continuous adjustment and repeated measurement are performed, then alignment accuracy is improved, but the construction period is prolonged

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvealignment accuracyVSAvoidconstruction period
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent performs the adjustment calculation in advance using a dedicated formula that incorporates measurement errors and alignment requirements. This preliminary calculation provides the exact pad iron thickness needed, eliminating the need for repeated measurement cycles and significantly reducing construction time while maintaining alignment accuracy.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces a mathematical calculation formula as an intermediary between measurement and adjustment. This formula processes measurement data and translates it directly into the required pad iron thickness, serving as a bridge that eliminates the need for iterative adjustments and reduces the construction period.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Manufacturing precision

If traditional single meter alignment method is used, then alignment can be achieved, but the speed and efficiency are very slow

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvealignment capabilityVSAvoidalignment speed
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSSpeed

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the traditional mechanical single-meter alignment method with a mathematical calculation approach. By using measurement data and alignment formulas to compute the required pad iron thickness directly, the system achieves alignment at a much higher speed without sacrificing precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the approach from incremental mechanical adjustment to direct mathematical determination of pad iron thickness. By calculating the exact thickness parameter needed based on measurement errors, the system achieves rapid alignment while maintaining the required precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS11988507B1Calculation method and installation mechanism for compressor unit single meter alignment pad iron adjustment
Publication Date: 2024.05.21 CHINA NAT CHEM ENG THIRD CONSTR
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AI summary

Disclosed are a calculation method and an installation mechanism for compressor unit single meter alignment pad iron adjustment. The installation mechanism includes: a bracket and a connecting piece installed on the bracket; and an installation piece arranged on an end portion of the bracket. The bracket is provided with an installation box, the installation box is internally and rotatably provided with a rolling rod, the rolling rod is winded with a connecting rope, one end, away from the rolling rod, of the connecting rope is provided with a fixing piece, one end of the rolling rod extends to an outer side of the installation box and is connected with a cam, the cam is provided with a groove, the installation box is provided with a limiting piece, one side, towards the cam, of the limiting piece is provided with an open slot.