Connecting device and integrated assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
The complexity of pipeline connections in vehicle thermal management systems makes them difficult to connect and install efficiently, leading to increased costs and potential errors.
Innovation Solution
A connecting device with a reinforcing portion and a flow passage portion, featuring multiple modules and port portions, which simplifies the connection process by providing a modular and fixed structure that reduces the influence of vibrations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple components are connected by pipelines in a thermal management system, then the system can achieve complete functional connectivity, but the connection complexity increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting device is divided into multiple modules, each handling specific connection functions. The first module includes a main body portion with grooves and communicating portions, while the second module includes different connection interfaces. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized for its specific function, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining complete connectivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a nested structure where the first module and second module are connected through integrating portions that fit into grooves and communicating portions. The reinforcing portion is embedded within the flow passage portion, creating a nested arrangement that consolidates multiple connection functions into a compact integrated structure, thereby reducing pipeline complexity.
2Ease of operation
If a modular connecting device is used, then the ease of installation improves, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting device is segmented into first and second modules with distinct functions, allowing for easier installation and maintenance. Each module can be independently manufactured, tested, and replaced, improving ease of operation while the modular design itself manages the complexity through standardization.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple connection functions are merged into the integrated assembly where the first module, second module, reinforcing portion, and flow passage portion work together as a unified device. This merging reduces the number of separate components needed, simplifying installation procedures while the internal modular structure handles the complexity of multiple connection types.
3Stability of the object's composition
If components are firmly fixed in the system, then the system stability improves, but the adaptability for different configurations decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting device incorporates both fixed and dynamic elements. The reinforcing portion is fixedly or limitedly arranged to the flow passage portion, providing stability, while the modular first and second modules can be configured in different arrangements to accommodate various system configurations. This dynamic adaptability allows the same device to maintain stability while adapting to different installation requirements.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrating portions and communicating portions are designed with universal compatibility, allowing the same connecting device to work with different module configurations. The grooves and communicating portions can accommodate various module arrangements, providing both stable fixed connections and the versatility to adapt to different system configurations as needed.
Data Source
AI summary
A connecting device and an integrated assembly are provided. The connecting device comprises a reinforcing portion and a flow channel portion, wherein the reinforcing portion is in a fixed or limited arrangement with the flow channel portion. The connecting device is provided with a plurality of external interfaces which can be used for connecting to a system, and the flow channel portion comprises at least two modules and at least one interface portion; each module comprises a main body portion and a bottom plate, the main body portion is provided with recessed grooves on the side thereof close to the bottom plate, the main body portion of the first module is fixed to the bottom plate by means of welding to form at least two communicating portions, and each communicating portion comprises a space where a corresponding groove is located.