Superconducting Magnet Suspension Tray for Stable Multi-Directional Mounting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing suspension apparatuses for superconducting magnets require multiple installations to provide stable suspending forces in multiple directions, making the assembly process intricate and prone to precision issues.

Innovation Solution

A suspension apparatus comprising a support tray with through-holes and mounting parts, and at least two suspension assemblies that pass through the support tray, providing multiple suspending forces and simplifying the installation process.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If multiple existing suspension apparatuses are used to provide suspending forces in multiple directions, then the cryogenic apparatus can be suspended stably, but the assembly process becomes intricate and installation precision is affected

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesuspension stabilityVSAvoidassembly complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines multiple suspension assemblies into a single integrated apparatus. The support tray structure integrates multiple mounting positions and suspension assemblies that work together as one unit, eliminating the need to install multiple separate suspension apparatuses while maintaining stable suspension in multiple directions

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The support tray serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural support, integrates multiple mounting positions for suspension assemblies, and enables suspension in multiple directions. This multi-functional design reduces the number of separate components needed while achieving stable suspension

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

2Stability of the object's composition

If multiple existing suspension apparatuses are used to provide suspending forces in multiple directions, then the cryogenic apparatus can be suspended stably, but the installation process becomes more complex and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesuspension stabilityVSAvoidinstallation time
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

By merging multiple suspension assemblies into one integrated support tray apparatus, the installation process is streamlined from multiple separate installations to a single installation operation, significantly reducing the time required while maintaining stable suspension

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Device complexity

If a single suspension apparatus provides only one suspending force, then the structure is simple, but stable suspension in multiple directions cannot be achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructure simplicityVSAvoidsuspension stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The support tray is segmented into multiple annular parts with through-holes and mounting parts, allowing suspension assemblies to be positioned at different locations and orientations. This segmentation enables the single apparatus to provide suspending forces in multiple directions while maintaining overall structural simplicity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The support tray utilizes multi-dimensional arrangement of suspension assemblies through its annular structure with multiple mounting positions. By distributing suspension assemblies in different spatial dimensions and orientations, the apparatus achieves stable multi-directional suspension while keeping the overall structure simple and integrated

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentUS12205764B2Suspension apparatus for superconducting magnet, superconducting magnet and magnetic resonance imaging device
Publication Date: 2025.01.21 SIEMENS HEALTHCARE LTD
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AI summary

A suspension apparatus for a superconducting magnet, comprising a support tray and at least two suspension assemblies. The support tray has at least one through-hole and comprises at least two mounting parts. The at least two suspension assemblies pass through the support tray via the through-hole. Each of the suspension assemblies is connected to one of the mounting parts. The suspension apparatus is easy to install. Furthermore, a superconducting magnet comprising the suspension apparatus, and a magnetic resonance imaging device, are also provided.