Adjustable Fuel Filter Connection Arrangement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Fuel dispensers with fluid meters require multiple versions of fuel filter connections due to different interfaces, leading to compatibility issues and increased complexity in assembly.
Innovation Solution
A connection arrangement comprising a first part, a second part, and a filter holding part, all connected along a common center axis, with adjustable interfaces allowing for mechanical and fluid connection, enabling rotation and locking to ensure compatibility with various fluid meters and filters, and facilitating easy assembly and standardization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple versions of fuel filter connections are used to match different fluid meter interfaces, then compatibility with various fluid meters is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a standardized connection interface on the fuel filter that can work with multiple types of fluid meters. The adapter component serves multiple functions: it connects to different fluid meter interfaces, provides a standardized connection point for the fuel filter, and enables universal compatibility across different meter types without requiring multiple specialized filter versions.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter acts as an intermediary component between the fuel filter and various fluid meters. It mediates the connection by providing a universal interface that translates between different meter-specific interfaces and the standardized filter interface, eliminating the need for multiple specialized filter versions.
2Reliability
If a locked state with sealed fluid connection is implemented, then fluid connection reliability is improved, but ease of operation for rotation and positioning deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system implements dynamics by allowing the connection to transition between two states: an unlocked state where the fuel filter can be rotated and positioned freely for alignment, and a locked state where the connection is secured and sealed. The adapter includes a locking mechanism that enables this dynamic transition, providing both operational flexibility and connection reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies preliminary action by allowing the fuel filter to be rotated and positioned in the unlocked state before final connection is made. This enables proper alignment and orientation to be established beforehand, ensuring correct positioning before the locked sealed state is engaged.
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AI summary
A connection arrangement is provided for mechanically and fluidly connecting a fuel filter to a fluid meter in a fuel dispenser, and a method is provided for assembly of the connection arrangement. The connection arrangement can include a first part, a second part and a filter holding part, all parts being connected along a common centre axis. The first part can include an outlet, a first connection interface, an inlet, and a second connection interface. The second part can include a third connection interface and a fourth connection interface. The filter holding part can include an outlet and a fifth connection interface. The second part can be adjustable to move the connection arrangement between an unlocked state and a locked state.