Electric Powered Pneumatic Balancer Onboard Compressor
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional pneumatic balancers require a separate source of pressurized air to operate, which is not always available in environments where lift assistance is needed, such as office settings or cargo vehicles, limiting their applicability.
Innovation Solution
An electric powered pneumatic balancer that incorporates an onboard compressor and air storage system, allowing it to generate and store pressurized air using an electrical power source, eliminating the need for a separate air supply.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If an onboard compressor and air storage system are incorporated, then the balancer can operate in environments without pressurized air supply, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the compressor, air storage tank, and balancer into a single integrated unit. The compressor is mounted on the balancer housing, the air storage tank is positioned within the housing, and all components share a common structure and control system. This merging eliminates the need for separate external air supply infrastructure while maintaining portability and ease of use.
2Adaptability or versatility
If an onboard compressor is added, then electrical power can be used instead of pressurized air, but the weight of the device increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a compressor to convert electrical energy into pneumatic energy, storing compressed air in a tank mounted on the balancer. This allows the system to use readily available electrical power sources instead of requiring pre-existing pressurized air infrastructure, significantly expanding where the balancer can be used while keeping the added weight manageable through efficient component selection.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the use of pneumatic balancers in environments without pressurized air, expanding their utility by using readily available electrical power, and allowing for portable and versatile lift assistance in various settings.
Implementation Method 1
an onboard compressor...generate pressurized air
Implementation Method 2
an electrical power supply in electrical communication with the compressor to power the compressor
Data Source
AI summary
An electric powered pneumatic balancer is provided. In an embodiment it includes: a housing; an air balancer located in the housing; and a compressor located in the housing. The housing includes an opening to receive air to the compressor as it generates compressed air. The compressor is in fluid communication with the balancer which operates in response to receipt of the pressurized air from the compressor. An electrical power supply is in electrical communication with the compressor to power the compressor to generate the pressurized air.