Integrated Vacuum Pump Level Compensator for Rapid Response
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing level compensators in vacuum systems are complex, lengthen the absorbing line, and do not provide rapid vacuum response or effective noise reduction.
Innovation Solution
A level compensator with a hollow slider and integrated vacuum pump, where compressed air passes through the slider to generate vacuum, eliminating the need for an absorbing line and simplifying the system configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a level compensator is used in a vacuum system, then the level of the vacuum pad is compensated and impact is absorbed, but the system becomes more complicated and the absorbing line becomes longer
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the vacuum pump, level compensator, and noise-absorbing mechanism into a single integrated unit. The vacuum pump is mounted inside the slider of the level compensator, eliminating the need for separate absorbing lines and reducing system complexity while maintaining level compensation functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The level compensator is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it compensates for level variations, absorbs impact, generates vacuum pressure, and reduces noise. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components and simplifies the overall system configuration.
2Reliability
If a level compensator with absorbing line is used, then level compensation is achieved, but the vacuum response speed is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the vacuum pump from the traditional absorbing line configuration and integrates it directly into the level compensator slider. This eliminates the absorbing line and its associated delays, enabling rapid vacuum response while maintaining level compensation through the slider's mechanical design.
3Productivity
If compressed air is discharged at high speed through the vacuum pump, then vacuum pressure is generated, but noise is increased
Solution Approach 1:
The patent converts the harmful noise generated by high-speed compressed air discharge into a beneficial feature by integrating a noise-absorbing mechanism within the level compensator. The noise-absorbing material or structure captures and dissipates the acoustic energy, reducing noise pollution while maintaining efficient vacuum generation.
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
This configuration simplifies the vacuum system, enhances vacuum response speed, and reduces noise through integrated noise-absorbing and filtering mechanisms.
Implementation Method 1
a spring which is disposed between the fixing tube and the slider to elastically support the movement of the slider
Implementation Method 2
When compressed air flows at a high speed and is discharged through the vacuum pump 1, air inside each vacuum pad 5 is induced to the inhalation port and discharged along with the compressed air, and a negative pressure is generated inside each vacuum pad 5
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a level compensator in a vacuum system including a fixing tube fixed to a structure, a hollow slider disposed in the fixing tube so as to move in a vertical direction, and a spring disposed between the fixing tube and the slider so as to elastically support the slider, in which a vacuum pump having an inflow port at one end, an outflow port at the other end, and an inhalation hole in a side wall thereof is mounted inside the slider. When compressed air guided to an upper opening in the slider passes between the inflow port and the outflow port and is discharged through a discharging port formed on the side wall of the slider, air is induced to the space inside the slider from the lower portion of the slider, and is discharged along with the compressed air.