Multi-pole Magnetoelectric Encoder Segmentation for Interference Reduction

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current multi-pole magnetoelectric encoders face challenges in environmental adaptability, replaceability, and accuracy due to installation errors and electromagnetic interference, particularly when multi-pole magnets encircle single-pole magnets, leading to detection errors and reduced precision in high-precision servo position detection.

Innovation Solution

A high-precision multi-pole magnetoelectric encoder design featuring a mounting seat, rotating shaft, single-pole and n-pole magnet rings, signal processing boards, a shielding shell, and conductive components to enhance positional consistency and electromagnetic shielding, reducing interference and improving accuracy.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If multi-pole magnets are installed to encircle a single-pole magnet, then the resolution of angular value is improved, but installation accuracy deteriorates and detection errors increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveangular value resolutionVSAvoidinstallation accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The encoder is divided into separate replaceable modules: the magnet assembly (with multi-pole magnets encircling the single-pole magnet) and the Hall sensor assembly are independent components that can be separately manufactured, assembled, and replaced. This segmentation allows each module to be precision-manufactured independently and simplifies replacement procedures, maintaining high angular value resolution while reducing installation complexity and errors.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

A positioning structure acts as an intermediary between the magnet assembly and the encoder housing, providing precise mechanical alignment references. This positioning structure includes features such as定位 holes, guide rails, or precision-machined surfaces that ensure accurate relative positioning of the magnet assembly to the Hall sensor assembly during installation, thereby maintaining detection accuracy while facilitating easier installation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Adaptability or versatility

If the encoder is embedded into the motor, then integration is improved, but replaceability deteriorates and maintenance becomes difficult

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveintegrationVSAvoidreplaceability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The encoder is designed as a separate, modular unit that interfaces with the motor through standardized mounting features. The magnet assembly and sensor assembly are independent modules that can be removed and replaced without disassembling the motor itself. This modular segmentation maintains the integrated appearance and functionality while enabling easy replacement and maintenance.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The encoder modules are pre-assembled and pre-positioned with precision alignment features before installation into the motor. The positioning structures are pre-configured with reference surfaces and alignment features that guide correct installation. This preliminary preparation ensures that when replacement is needed, the new modules can be quickly installed and immediately provide accurate functionality without requiring complex alignment procedures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Device complexity

If the encoder lacks electromagnetic shielding structure, then device complexity is reduced, but resistance to electromagnetic interference deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructure complexityVSAvoidelectromagnetic interference resistance
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The encoder employs thin metallic shielding plates or conductive coatings as electromagnetic shielding structures. These thin shielding layers are integrated into the encoder housing and magnet assembly, providing effective electromagnetic interference protection while adding minimal structural complexity and weight. The shielding structures are strategically positioned between the magnets and Hall sensors to block interfering magnetic fields from the motor environment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

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 redesigned encoder improves environmental adaptability and replaceability, reduces installation errors, and enhances resistance to electromagnetic interference, resulting in increased detection accuracy and improved performance.

Implementation Method 1

Magnetic sensing components on an internal circuit of the encoder can detect a magnetic field generated by the magnet and convert it into a voltage value

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectHall effect: Hall Effect

Data Source

PatentUS12196582B1High-precision multi-pole magnetoelectric encoder
Publication Date: 2025.01.14 TANGSHAN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
  • US12196582B1 patent drawing
  • US12196582B1 patent drawing
  • US12196582B1 patent drawing

AI summary

A high-precision multi-pole magnetoelectric encoder includes a mounting seat, a rotating shaft, a single-pole magnet ring, a single-pole signal processing board, a shielding shell, an n-pole magnet ring, an n-pole signal processing board, a housing, a conductive rubber pad, an aviation plug, bearings, copper columns, Hall components, and assembly screws. The magnetoelectric encoder improves the environmental adaptability and replaceability of the high-precision multi-pole magnetoelectric encoder by redesigning the structure of the multi-pole encoder. It eliminates errors caused by changes in the position of magnets and Hall sensors during the replacement process, reduces interference caused by the multi-pole magnet encircling the single-pole magnet, enhances resistance to electromagnetic interference, thereby increasing the detection accuracy of the magnetoelectric encoder, and improves the performance and competitiveness of the product.