Charged Particle Transport Alignment Block for Fast Electromagnet Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing alignment methods for charged particle transport systems are hindered by the complexity and weight of alignment blocks, making it difficult to adjust the alignment quickly and efficiently, especially after the installation of heavy electromagnets.
Innovation Solution
A charged particle transport system featuring a frame fixed to a base, with height-adjustable first plates, movable second plates, and engagement pins that allow for precise alignment adjustments, enabling rapid alignment both before and after the installation of support members and devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a heavy electromagnet is installed on a frame fixed to a base via an alignment block, then the alignment can be adjusted before installing the heavy electromagnet, but the alignment block becomes heavy and complicated making it difficult to complete alignment work quickly
Solution Approach 1:
The alignment system is divided into multiple components: a movable alignment block for positioning, multiple adjustment screws (first screw for height, second screw for horizontal position) for precise alignment, and engagement pins for securing. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently, enabling quick alignment adjustments without requiring a heavy monolithic alignment block.
Solution Approach 2:
The alignment block serves as an intermediary component between the base and the electromagnet. It provides a lightweight platform with integrated adjustment mechanisms (screws and engagement pins) that mediates the alignment process, allowing precise positioning without the need for heavy machinery or complex procedures.
2Productivity
If the alignment block is made lightweight with high rigidity, then alignment work can be completed quickly, but ensuring both lightweight construction and high rigidity is difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The alignment block is constructed using composite materials, specifically an aluminum alloy base material that provides both lightweight properties and sufficient rigidity. This composite construction allows the alignment block to maintain structural integrity while remaining lightweight enough for quick handling and adjustment operations.
3Manufacturing precision
If multiple adjustment mechanisms are provided, then alignment precision is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple adjustment functions are merged into a single integrated alignment block structure. The first screw for height adjustment, the second screw for horizontal position adjustment, and the engagement pins for securing are all integrated into one compact unit. This merging provides precise alignment capabilities while avoiding the complexity of separate adjustment devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The alignment block serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides height adjustment via the first screw, horizontal position adjustment via the second screw, and secure mounting via engagement pins. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate adjustment mechanisms, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining high alignment precision.
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AI summary
A charged particle transport system and its installation method, both of which can readily and quickly adjust alignment, are provided.The charged particle transport system 10a includes: a frame 16 fixed to a base 15; a first plate 21 joined to an upper portion of the frame 16 with a height-adjustable first screw 11; a second plate 22 movably accommodated in a horizontal surface of the first plate; a second screw 12 screwed into a screw hole formed in a fixing member 25 around the first plate 21 such that its tip abuts on an outer peripheral surface of the second plate 22; a third screw 13 that fixes the second plate 21 to the first plate 21; and first engagement pins 31 inserted into respective engagement holes 17a, 17b formed in the second plate 22 and a supporting member 27 for engaging both.