Solenoid Valve Hook Coupling for Fast Assembly and Stable Actuation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solenoid valves face challenges in efficient assembly and stability due to complex coupling mechanisms, which affect the speed and reliability of fluid flow control.
Innovation Solution
A solenoid valve design featuring a hooking type coupling system between the rod and mobile plunger, where the rod's coupling end hookingly couples to the mobile plunger's coupling element, allowing for axial movement and efficient assembly, while minimizing the removal of ferromagnetic material to maintain electromagnetic forces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a complex coupling mechanism is used to connect the rod and mobile plunger, then the stability and reliability of connection is improved, but the assembly speed and manufacturing efficiency deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism is divided into distinct functional elements: a coupling element with a recess on the mobile plunger and a coupling end with a protrusion on the rod. This segmentation allows for simple, quick assembly while maintaining reliable connection through the complementary geometric features.
Solution Approach 2:
The hooking coupling mechanism is designed to be self-aligning and self-locating through its geometric features (protrusion and recess). The components automatically guide themselves into the correct position during assembly, eliminating the need for complex alignment procedures or additional fastening operations.
2Ease of manufacture
If ferromagnetic material is removed from the mobile plunger for coupling, then the ease of coupling is improved, but the electromagnetic forces are weakened
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling features (protrusion and recess) are positioned on the lateral surface of the mobile plunger, utilizing the radial dimension rather than removing material from the axial face. This allows coupling to occur without interfering with the ferromagnetic material required for electromagnetic actuation.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling elements are designed with specific geometric features (protrusion and recess) that provide sufficient mechanical engagement without requiring extensive material removal. The local geometry is optimized to achieve reliable coupling while preserving the bulk ferromagnetic material needed for electromagnetic forces.
3Strength
If traditional coupling mechanisms are used, then the structural strength is maintained, but the assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism merges the functions of connection, alignment, and positioning into a single integrated feature. The protrusion-c凹陷 combination simultaneously achieves all three functions, eliminating the need for separate alignment pins, adjustment mechanisms, or multiple fastening steps.
Solution Approach 2:
The hooking coupling design allows components to self-align and self-locate during assembly through their geometric features. The protrusion naturally guides into the recess, automatically establishing the correct relative position and orientation, which simplifies the assembly process while maintaining structural integrity.
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 design enhances assembly speed, maintains maximum electromagnetic efficiency, and ensures stability during dynamic operations by ensuring components move synchronously without delays.
Implementation Method 1
an electromagnetic coil positioned externally to the fixed member
Data Source
AI summary
A solenoid valve may have a fixed member having a tube portion. The valve may also have a mobile plunger positioned in the tube portion, the mobile plunger being axially movable between a first and a second position. The valve may also have a rod coupled to the mobile plunger and having a spool for control of fluid flow, the rod being axially movable in the tube portion. The valve may also have an electromagnetic coil positioned externally to the fixed member, where the rod has a coupling end and the mobile plunger has a coupling element where the coupling end hookingly couples to the coupling element.


