Monostable electromagnetic clutch
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electromagnetic clutches in new energy vehicles have complex structures, occupy large space, and have limited applicability, which restricts their spatial configuration and installation positions in power systems.
Innovation Solution
A monostable electromagnetic clutch design featuring a movable member, magnetic assembly, fixed disc, and iron cores, where the magnetic assembly and spring member work together to enable reciprocation between engaged and disengaged states, allowing for compact and modular integration with flexible arrangement options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If conventional electromagnetic clutch structure is used, then the clutch can perform switching function, but the structure becomes complex and occupies large space
Solution Approach 1:
The electromagnetic clutch is divided into modular basic units, each comprising a magnetic assembly, iron core, movable member, and spring member. These modular units can be independently designed and then combined in various configurations to meet different application requirements, reducing overall structural complexity while optimizing space utilization.
Solution Approach 2:
The iron core is positioned within the magnetic assembly, and the movable member is nested within the iron core's magnetic field range. The spring member is disposed within the movable member's structure. This nested arrangement maximizes space efficiency and reduces the overall volume of the clutch unit.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional electromagnetic clutch is used, then switching function is achieved, but layout space and installation position are limited
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the clutch into modular basic units, the system gains flexibility in arrangement and installation. Multiple units can be combined in series, parallel, or mixed configurations to adapt to different spatial requirements and installation positions in the power system.
Solution Approach 2:
The standardized basic unit design with universal interfaces allows the same modular unit to be applied in various positions and configurations throughout the power system, enhancing adaptability and versatility while reducing the need for custom-designed components for different locations.
3Volume of moving object
If modular design is adopted, then space optimization is achieved, but manufacturing complexity may increase
Solution Approach 1:
While segmentation into modular units optimizes space, each module is designed with standardized components and interfaces that simplify manufacturing processes. The magnetic assembly, iron core, movable member, and spring member are designed as independent sub-assemblies that can be manufactured separately and then quickly assembled, reducing overall manufacturing complexity.
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 design provides a compact, flexible, and modular solution that optimizes space usage, enabling free combination and arrangement of clutch units for various applications, improving spatial configuration and installation flexibility.
Implementation Method 1
under an action of an electromagnetic force of the magnetic assembly
Implementation Method 2
under an action of an electromagnetic force of the magnetic assembly and an spring force of the spring member
Data Source
AI summary
A monostable electromagnetic clutch is disclosed, which comprises a movable member, a magnetic assembly, a fixed disc, and a plurality of iron cores, wherein the magnetic assembly is connected to the fixed disc, the iron cores cross through the magnetic assembly and are connected to the fixed disc, the movable member is provided thereon with an spring member, and under an action of an electromagnetic force of the magnetic assembly and an spring force of the spring member, the movable member can reciprocate at a side of the magnetic assembly to keep the movable member and the iron cores in an engaged state or a disengaged state. The structural design of the present disclosure is flexible and compact, and can be combined in a different way according to different applications and different structural spaces. The electromagnetic clutch basic units can be used separately, or a plurality of electromagnetic clutch basic units can be combined freely, and after combination, they can be freely arranged in a variety of installation positions and spaces as required, and the use of space can be fully optimized.