Resolver Stator Mounting for High Positional Accuracy

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing resolver stator mounting techniques face challenges in achieving high positional accuracy due to the use of rubber bushings, which hinder precise attachment to the case.

Innovation Solution

The design incorporates a telegraph connector portion with a second positioning portion and a first positioning portion, including a knock portion and a fitting portion with a sealing member, allowing for precise alignment and attachment to the case, improving mounting accuracy.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of manufacture

If the resolver stator is attached to a bracket including a bearing and the bracket is fixed to a case via a rubber bush, then the mounting structure is simple and flexible, but the mounting position accuracy deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting structure simplicityVSAvoidmounting position accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting structure is divided into separate positioning portions: a first positioning portion with a knock portion for radial positioning and a second positioning portion with a fitting portion for axial positioning. This segmentation allows each portion to independently provide precise positioning in its specific direction, achieving high mounting position accuracy while maintaining structural simplicity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The knock portion and fitting portion act as intermediary positioning elements between the resolver stator and the case. These intermediaries provide precise geometric references that eliminate the need for flexible but imprecise rubber bushings, while still allowing for easy assembly through standardized fitting mechanisms

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of operation

If traditional mounting methods are used, then the assembly process is simple, but the gap for dimensional tolerance absorption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveassembly process simplicityVSAvoiddimensional tolerance control
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The invention changes the positioning parameters from flexible rubber bush mounting to rigid geometric positioning using knock and fitting portions. This parameter change reduces dimensional tolerance gaps by providing fixed reference surfaces, while the modular design maintains assembly simplicity through straightforward insertion and fixation operations

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Ease of manufacture

If the resolver stator is mounted with conventional positioning, then the mounting process is straightforward, but the sealing performance deteriorates due to increased crushing margin

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting process straightforwardnessVSAvoidsealing performance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The invention adds a second positioning dimension with the fitting portion that extends in the axial direction, complementing the radial knock portion. This dimensional addition precisely locates the sealing member position, reducing the crushing margin and improving sealing performance while keeping the mounting process straightforward through multi-directional positioning

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

Data Source

PatentUS11095199B2Rotating electrical machine unit and resolver stator
Publication Date: 2021.08.17 HONDA MOTOR CO LTD
  • US11095199B2 patent drawing
  • US11095199B2 patent drawing
  • US11095199B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A rotating electrical machine unit includes: a rotating electrical machine; a resolver which includes a resolver rotor and a resolver stator; and a case which accommodates the rotating electrical machine and the resolver. The resolver stator includes: a stator portion; a telegraph connector portion; and a first positioning portion including a knock portion protruding to one side. The telegraph connector portion includes a second positioning portion having a fitting portion having a sealing member on an outer peripheral surface. The resolver stator is attached to the case by being positioned with the knock portion of the first positioning portion being fixed to a knock fixing portion of the case and the fitting portion of the second positioning portion being fitted into a mounting hole of the case.