Segmented Insulation for Ion Implantation Conductors
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing insulated conductor designs for voltage structures in ion implantation devices face challenges in manufacturing, installation, maintenance, cost, and reliability due to their large size and complexity, particularly with single-piece insulators.
Innovation Solution
The use of multiple insulation segments interfacing with each other, each enclosing a conductor, which are positioned in proximity to create an equi-potential line similar to a continuous conductor, effectively redistributing electrical stress onto the insulation material and reducing the risk of electrical breakdown.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single continuous insulator is used to enclose the conductor, then the electrical stress shielding is effective, but the manufacturing complexity and installation difficulty increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The insulator is divided into multiple discrete segments that can be manufactured separately and then assembled around the conductor. Each segment is inscribed with conductive material to maintain electrical stress shielding continuity. This segmentation reduces manufacturing complexity while maintaining the effectiveness of the electrical stress shielding.
2Reliability
If a single large insulator is used, then complete enclosure is achieved, but maintenance and replacement become difficult and costly
Solution Approach 1:
The insulator is divided into multiple discrete segments that can be manufactured separately and then assembled around the conductor. Each segment is inscribed with conductive material to maintain electrical stress shielding continuity. This segmentation reduces manufacturing complexity while maintaining the effectiveness of the electrical stress shielding.
3Ease of manufacture
If multiple insulation segments are used, then manufacturing and installation become easier, but the continuity of equi-potential lines may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The conductive material is applied locally to the interface regions between insulator segments where electrical stress concentration occurs. This localized treatment ensures that the equi-potential lines remain continuous at the critical interface regions while allowing the bulk of the insulator segments to be simple and easy to manufacture.
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
This solution enhances the reliability and reduces manufacturing and maintenance costs by allowing for easier installation and improved stress distribution, thereby preventing electrical breakdowns and improving the overall performance of the insulated conducting device.
Implementation Method 1
The use of multiple insulation segments interfacing with each other, each enclosing a conductor, which are positioned in proximity to create an equi-potential line similar to a continuous conductor, effectively redistributing electrical stress onto the insulation material and reducing the risk of electrical breakdown.
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AI summary
Insulated conducting devices and related methods are disclosed. An insulated conducting device for a voltage structure comprises: a conductor connected to a voltage; and multiple insulation segments enclosing the conductor, the multiple insulation segments interfacing with one another.