Concentric Motor Assembly Torque Density

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing motor arrangements with plastic bearing shields suffer from limited mechanical stability and require improved cooling performance.

Innovation Solution

A U-shaped bearing shield with a central web and flanking webs that connect to bracket ends, allowing for rigid connection to the stator, enhanced force transmission, and improved cooling access, while being manufactured in one piece for mechanical stability and thermal conductivity.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Force

If a motor is designed for high torque output, then the torque capability is improved, but the motor size increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovetorqueVSAvoidmotor size
Core Design Contradiction:
ForceVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements nesting by placing the first rotor inside the second rotor, with the first stator inside the second stator, creating a concentric multi-layer structure. This nested configuration allows two complete motor systems to occupy the space of a single conventional motor, effectively doubling the torque output without proportionally increasing the external dimensions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent merges two motor systems into a single integrated assembly where the inner motor (first rotor and first stator) and outer motor (second rotor and second stator) work simultaneously. The shared central axis and coupled output shafts combine the torque contributions of both motors, achieving high torque density through spatial consolidation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Force

If multiple motor systems are integrated into a single assembly, then the torque output is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetorque outputVSAvoidmotor assembly complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ForceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality through shared components that serve multiple functions: the shared central axis provides structural support for both rotors and serves as a common rotational reference; the shared bearing supports both rotors simultaneously; and the output shafts are coupled to transmit combined torque. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed, managing complexity while maintaining high torque output.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The nested concentric structure inherently simplifies complexity management by organizing multiple motor systems in a hierarchical manner. The inner motor components are contained within the outer motor components, creating a clear spatial hierarchy that facilitates manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance while achieving combined torque output.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Volume of moving object

If the motor assembly is made compact, then the volume is reduced, but the manufacturing precision requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemotor assembly volumeVSAvoidclearance precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by implementing different clearance designs in different regions of the motor assembly. The first and second rotors are positioned at different radial distances from the central axis, allowing each rotor-stator interface to have optimized clearances suited to its specific operational requirements. This localized optimization enables compact overall dimensions while maintaining appropriate manufacturing tolerances for each interface.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The nested concentric structure provides inherent mechanical alignment and spacing control. Each rotor is naturally positioned at a fixed radial distance from the central axis, and each stator is positioned relative to its rotor, creating self-aligning interfaces that reduce the stringency of manufacturing precision requirements despite the compact overall volume.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

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 design provides high mechanical stiffness, efficient force transfer, and simplified cooling access, while reducing the number of connecting elements and manufacturing complexity.

Implementation Method 1

a first stator (131) and a first rotor (141) arranged coaxially, the first rotor (141) being rotatable about a first rotational axis extending in a first direction, the second stator (132) and a second rotor (142) arranged coaxially, the second rotor (142) being rotatable about a second rotational axis extending in a second direction parallel to the first direction

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentEP3507890B1Motor assembly
Publication Date: 2022.09.14 SIEMENS ENERGY GLOBAL GMBH & CO KG
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AI summary

The invention relates to a motor assembly comprising a stator (1) and comprising a rotor (3) having a shaft (4). The shaft (4) is movably mounted at least in an end shield (5, 6). The end shield (5, 6) has a bow-shaped course, bow ends (12a, 12b) of the end shield (5, 6) being arranged in such a way that said bow ends spread out from a central bearing region (11).