Solenoid Valve Manifold Wiring Layout for Internal Sensor Data Lines
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Solution Overview
Problem
The configuration of wiring for pressure sensors in solenoid valve manifolds becomes complicated due to data lines being arranged externally, leading to complex wiring configurations.
Innovation Solution
The data lines are wired internally within the solenoid valve control device, reducing the number of external data lines and simplifying the wiring configuration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If data lines are arranged externally for pressure sensors in solenoid valve manifolds, then sensor signals can be transmitted, but the wiring configuration becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates the data lines for pressure sensors directly into the manifold block structure, merging the signal transmission function with the manifold body. This eliminates separate external wiring for sensor connections, thereby simplifying the overall wiring configuration while maintaining reliable signal transmission from sensors to control devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The manifold block serves as an intermediary structure that incorporates both fluid flow pathways and electrical data line pathways. By embedding data lines within the manifold block, the patent creates an integrated medium that simultaneously handles pneumatic/hydraulic functions and electrical signal transmission, reducing the need for separate external wiring.
2Adaptability or versatility
If data lines are arranged externally, then connection flexibility is maintained, but wiring operations become more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The data lines are pre-integrated into the manifold block structure during manufacturing, with connection points and routing predetermined. This preliminary integration eliminates the need for complex field wiring operations, as connections are established during assembly rather than requiring separate wiring steps during installation or maintenance.
3Ease of operation
If external wiring is used for sensor data lines, then installation is simpler, but the overall system configuration becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
By merging the data line routing with the manifold block structure, the patent reduces the number of separate components and connection points required. This integration simplifies the overall system configuration by eliminating external wiring harnesses and reducing the complexity of system assembly, while maintaining ease of installation through standardized connection interfaces.
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AI summary
A solenoid valve control device (10) includes a control module (16) that outputs control signals to control solenoid valves (28), and a plurality of solenoid valve modules (12) having control lines (42) connected to the control module (16) and that transmit the control signals to the solenoid valves (28), wherein the solenoid valve modules (12) are connected to the control module (16) or another of the solenoid valve modules (12), and each of the solenoid valve modules (12) includes a data line (44) that transmits to the control module (16) pressure information detected by a pressure sensor (34) that detects the pressure of air supplied to a pneumatic device.