Square Fluid Channel Mounting for Accessible Pneumatic Connections
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connection and fluidic distribution systems for pneumatically operated instruments face complex and inconvenient modes of connection, particularly at terminal portions, limiting access to operative holes and requiring multiple connection groups for different fluid supplies.
Innovation Solution
An operative connection device with a rigid channel element and bracket elements that securely attach to a support wall, allowing easy access to operative holes and maintaining a simple, safe connection for pneumatically operated instruments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If connection groups are arranged vertically from above, then fluid supply to pneumatically operated instruments is achieved, but access to operative holes becomes complex and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from vertical connection groups extending from above to horizontal rigid channels arranged within raised regions on a support surface. This dimensional change allows operative holes to be accessed from the side rather than from above, significantly improving accessibility and simplifying connection operations for pneumatically operated instruments.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system is divided into modular rigid channel elements that can be independently positioned and connected. Each channel element contains operative holes at accessible locations, allowing instruments to be connected at multiple points along the channel rather than requiring complex vertical dropper assemblies.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connection groups are arranged for different fluid supplies, then comprehensive fluid distribution is achieved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The rigid channel elements are designed with universal characteristics that allow them to handle different types of fluids (pressurized air, cooling water-oil emulsion, etc.) through the same structural configuration. The channels can be selectively activated or deactivated, providing versatile fluid distribution without requiring separate physical connection groups for each fluid type.
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AI summary
An operative connection device of a connection and fluidic distribution system which extends along an axis has a rigid channel element extending along the axis and having a square section, the rigid channel element having four longitudinal surfaces provided with operative holes, and at least one bracket element for engaging and securing the rigid channel element to a support wall. The bracket element has a base member engageable with the support wall and a gripping member having two member ends engaged with the base member and a housing region in which the rigid channel element is accommodated. The gripping member is shaped so that the housing region has a substantially complementary shape to the square section of the rigid channel element, so that two of the four longitudinal surfaces are positioned facing the support wall and the other two of the four longitudinal surfaces are positioned facing an environment.