Quick Release Mechanism for Temperature Control System Fluid Output
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional working fluid output devices for temperature control systems are cumbersome and unsafe during maintenance, requiring time-consuming bolt rotation for detachable protect covers, which can lead to damage due to improper handling and frosting/dewing issues at low temperatures.
Innovation Solution
A quick release mechanism with operable members and protrusions allows for rapid and secure attachment/detachment of the fitting module to the output head, featuring indicating marks for user convenience and a dry air system to prevent frosting/dewing, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the protect cover is fixed to the output head by bolts that need to be rotated for removal and installation, then the connection is secure, but the maintenance time increases and the operation becomes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism transitions from a static bolted connection to a dynamic quick-release system. The release button enables the locking arms to move between locked and unlocked positions, allowing rapid detachment without rotating bolts, thus reducing maintenance time while maintaining connection security when locked.
Solution Approach 2:
The fastening function is extracted from the traditional bolt rotation mechanism and implemented through a separate release button system. This separates the locking action from the detachment action, allowing secure connection during operation and rapid release during maintenance without requiring bolt rotation.
2Strength
If the protect cover is made of glass pipes and metal components to ensure durability, then the structural strength is sufficient, but the weight increases and handling safety decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The quick-release mechanism with release button and locking arms enables dynamic control of the protect cover attachment. The user can securely lock the heavy protect cover during operation and rapidly detach it during maintenance without manual bolt rotation, improving handling safety while maintaining structural strength.
3Reliability
If the bolts are fastened tightly to prevent the protect cover from falling, then the connection reliability improves, but the user cannot quickly observe the tightening condition
Solution Approach 1:
The locking arms feature color-coded indicators (green for locked, red for unlocked) that provide immediate visual feedback on the connection state. This eliminates the need to manually check bolt tightness while maintaining reliable connection, improving ease of operation.
4Manufacturing precision
If specific tools are used to remove and install the protect cover, then the manufacturing precision is maintained, but the ease of operation decreases and tool misuse can damage glass pipes
Solution Approach 1:
The locking arms with positioning grooves and release button enable the protect cover to be attached and detached without external tools. The self-aligning positioning grooves ensure precise installation, while the release button provides tool-free removal, eliminating the risk of tool misuse damaging the glass pipes.
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
Enables quick, safe, and convenient removal and installation of the fitting module, preventing damage and maintaining system efficiency by reducing installation time and eliminating frosting/dewing issues without additional energy consumption.
Implementation Method 1
The quick release mechanism has a first unit disposed on the bottom of the output head, and a second unit disposed on the top of the fitting module. The first unit includes an operable member provided with a positioning portion and configured to be operated by a user to move the positioning portion between a locked position and an unlocked position
Implementation Method 2
when the working fluid has a very low temperature, it may cause the protect cover frosting or dewing at the inner wall or other locations of the protect cover, thereby affecting the operation of the temperature control system or damaging the DUT placed in the protect cover
Data Source
AI summary
A working fluid output device for a temperature control system includes an output head, a fitting module and a quick release mechanism. A bottom plate of the output head and a top plate of the fitting module each have an installing surface and a through hole. The quick release mechanism has first and second units disposed on the two installing surfaces, respectively. The first unit includes an operable member having a positioning portion and configured to be operated by a user to move the positioning portion move between lock and unlocked positions to enable that the first unit is detachably coupled with the second unit and the fitting module is detachably attached to the output head in a way that the installing surfaces face each other and the through holes communicate with each other.