Magnetic Adaptor Mounting for Pump Monitoring Without Drilling

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing pump monitoring devices require mechanical fasteners that necessitate drilling and tapping holes in the pump frame, which can cause damage and require precise alignment, and are prone to stripping, limiting convenient mounting options.

Innovation Solution

A magnetic adaptor with a stainless steel plate and magnets is used to securely attach monitoring devices to ferrous metal pump frames, eliminating the need for threaded holes and allowing for versatile mounting without damage or stripping.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Strength

If mechanical fasteners are used to attach monitoring devices to pump frames, then secure attachment is achieved, but drilling and tapping holes causes damage and requires precise alignment

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveattachment strengthVSAvoiddamage to pump frame

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical fastening system (screws, bolts, drilled holes) with a magnetic attachment system. The monitoring device uses magnets to attach directly to the ferrous pump frame without requiring any holes or mechanical penetration, thereby eliminating damage to the pump frame while maintaining secure attachment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The magnetic field acts as an intermediary between the monitoring device and the pump frame, providing the attachment force without direct mechanical contact that would require holes or fasteners. This intermediary magnetic force secures the device while preserving the integrity of the pump frame surface.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Reliability

If mechanical fasteners are used to attach monitoring devices, then secure attachment is achieved, but the process requires precise alignment and is prone to stripping

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveattachment reliabilityVSAvoidinstallation complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The magnetic attachment system replaces complex mechanical alignment and fastening operations with simple magnetic attraction. The monitoring device can be attached by bringing it near the pump frame, allowing the magnets to naturally align and secure it, eliminating the need for precise hole alignment and reducing the risk of stripping threads.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The magnetic system provides self-aligning and self-securing functionality. When the monitoring device is brought close to the pump frame, the magnetic field automatically guides and secures it in the correct position without requiring external alignment tools or procedures, making installation straightforward and reliable.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If threaded holes are drilled in the pump frame for mounting, then mounting options are provided, but the holes can be stripped requiring repair

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting flexibilityVSAvoidrepair requirements

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The magnetic attachment system eliminates the need for threaded holes entirely, providing mounting flexibility through surface attachment while completely avoiding the creation of vulnerable holes that could strip and require repair. The pump frame remains intact with no holes, preserving its structural integrity and eliminating future repair needs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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

The magnetic adaptor provides secure attachment, withstands pump vibrations, and allows for easy installation on various surfaces, including curved ones, without damaging the pump frame and without the need for additional equipment or repair.

Implementation Method 1

A magnetic adaptor with a stainless steel plate and magnets is used to securely attach monitoring devices to ferrous metal pump frames

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetism: Magnetism

Implementation Method 2

The magnetic adaptor provides secure attachment, withstands pump vibrations

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectVibration: Vibration

Implementation Method 3

detect pump characteristics, such as vibration, temperature, and pump location

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectThermal conduction: Conduction (thermal)

Data Source

PatentUS12474201B2Adaptor for remote equipment monitoring device

Publication Date: 2025.11.18 CORNELL PUMP COMPANY LLC

AI summary

A magnetic adaptor is provided for attaching a monitoring device to monitored equipment. A mounting plate of the adaptor includes a front surface, a rear surface, and a recess in the rear surface. A magnet is secured within the recess. The mounting plate also includes threaded mounting holes arranged in a hole pattern that corresponds to a bolt pattern of the monitoring device. The threaded mounting holes are configured to receive threaded bolts from the monitoring device to secure the front surface against the monitoring device. The magnet is configured to adhere to the monitored equipment and cause at least a portion the rear surface to contact the monitored equipment. The adaptor transfers vibration and/or thermal energy from the monitored equipment to the monitoring device.