Single-Bottle Circuit Interrupter Combining Loop Split and Whip Functions
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Solution Overview
Problem
High voltage/high current interrupter switches require excessive equipment and maintenance to perform both loop split and whip functions, as existing solutions like the teco-rutper device need a multi-bottle stack, which is costly and inefficient.
Innovation Solution
A single-bottle circuit interrupting device that combines loop split and quick whip interrupter functions, featuring a blade with a pickup assembly and a spark gap between spark rods, allowing for efficient switching in both high current/low voltage and low current/high voltage scenarios.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a multi-bottle stack is used to perform both loop split and whip functions, then the device can handle both high current/low voltage and low current/high voltage scenarios, but the equipment cost and complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the loop split interrupter and whip interrupter functions into a single integrated device. The common blade structure serves both functions: when positioned in the first position, it acts as a loop split interrupter for high current/low voltage circuits; when positioned in the second position, it acts as a whip interrupter for low current/high voltage circuits. This merging eliminates the need for separate multi-bottle stacks for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The interrupter device is designed with universal functionality to handle both loop split and whip operations. The single bottle stack configuration with a movable blade that can be positioned in different locations enables the same physical structure to perform multiple interrupting functions across different circuit types, replacing what would traditionally require separate specialized equipment.
2Reliability
If separate equipment is provided for loop split and whip functions, then each function can be optimized independently, but the total equipment quantity and maintenance requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges separate loop split and whip equipment into a single integrated interrupter device. The common blade and single bottle stack configuration consolidates what would traditionally be separate equipment pieces, reducing the total quantity of equipment while maintaining the ability to perform both functions with optimized performance for each.
3Device complexity
If a single-bottle solution is used, then equipment cost and complexity are reduced, but the device must efficiently manage transient energy surges in both high current and high voltage scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs dynamic positioning of the common blade to adapt to different circuit conditions. The blade can be moved to different positions depending on whether a loop split or whip operation is required, allowing the single-bottle device to dynamically adjust its characteristics to handle the appropriate transient energy levels for each scenario.
Solution Approach 2:
The interrupter device changes its operational parameters based on blade position. When the blade is in the first position, it is configured for high current/low voltage operation; when moved to the second position, it is configured for low current/high voltage operation. This parameter change capability allows a single device to handle different power levels and transient energy requirements.
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
The single-bottle solution reduces equipment requirements and costs while effectively managing transient energy surges, providing a cost-effective and efficient means to switch high voltage/high current circuits without damaging nearby equipment.
Implementation Method 1
a spark gap disposed between the two or more spark gap rods
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AI summary
A circuit interrupting device including a loop split interrupter for interrupting a loop split circuit with a high current and a low voltage and a quick whip interrupter for interrupting a charging circuit with a low current and a high voltage.