Self-Powered Motion Modules for Compact Vehicle Slide-Out Drives
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mechanical transmission and motion modules for vehicle slide-out systems require an external power source, occupy significant space, and are complex to install and maintain.
Innovation Solution
Integration of self-powered skew axis, intersecting axis, and parallel axis gear assemblies within a module box, each with an integrated power source, allowing for high-precision linear motion without external motors, easy installation, and minimal space occupation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If external power source and mechanical transmission modules are used, then the system can provide reliable power for motion, but the device occupies significant space and becomes complex to install
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the power source, transmission mechanism, and motion module into a single integrated self-powered unit. The gear assembly is directly coupled with the power source within a compact housing, eliminating the need for separate external power sources and complex mechanical linkages. This integration directly reduces installation complexity while maintaining reliable power delivery to the motion module.
2Force
If external power source and mechanical transmission modules are used, then the system can drive the slide-out mechanism, but the device occupies substantial space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a nested structure where the transmission components (gears, shafts) are housed within a compact gear assembly that is itself integrated into the motion module housing. The power source is positioned centrally with transmission elements arranged concentrically and radially around it, maximizing space utilization. This nested arrangement delivers sufficient driving force while minimizing the overall volume of the motion module.
3Ease of operation
If complex mechanical transmission modules are used, then the system can achieve motion control, but the device becomes complicated to maintain
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the motion system into modular components: a self-powered motion module, a rack guide module, and a slider assembly. Each module can be independently accessed, removed, and maintained. The gear assembly is enclosed in a separate housing that can be opened for maintenance without disassembling the entire system, significantly improving maintenance ease while preserving precise motion control capabilities.
4Manufacturing precision
If multiple separate components are used for slide-out mechanism, then the system can provide precise motion control, but the installation becomes inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the power source, gear transmission, and motion output into a single self-powered motion module that interfaces with the rack guide through a simple coupling mechanism. This integrated design maintains precise motion control through the inherent precision of the gear-rack mechanism while reducing installation to a single coupling operation, eliminating the need to install and align multiple separate components.
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 high-precision linear motion under high loads, easy installation and disassembly, and maintains an aesthetically pleasing design while increasing usable vehicle space.
Implementation Method 1
a skew gear assembly set in the skew axis gearbox... the motor is set in the skew axis power box
Implementation Method 2
skew axis output gear (10) connected to the output shaft (6)... the skew axis output gear (10) meshing with the rack guide (3) through the slider (2) bottom opening (20)
Data Source
AI summary
The present application relates to three kinds of self-powered integrated motion module and their use in a vehicle box slide-out system. Anyone of the self-powered integrated skew axis motion module, intersecting axis motion module or parallel axis motion module comprises a module box, a skew gear assembly or an intersecting gear assembly or a parallel gear assembly, a slider, a linear rack guide rail. The present application enables high-load and high-precision linear synchronous motion with self-contained driving power. A self-powered integrated vehicle box slide-out system includes the self-powered integrated skew axis motion module, or intersecting axis motion module or parallel axis motion module, a support frame, a load-bearing box, and a slide-out box. This application allows the slide-out box to extend and retract, thereby increasing interior space, while providing ease of installation and disassembly, and maintaining an aesthetically pleasing appearance.