Separate Standpipe Assembly for Starter Generator Oil Level Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing standpipe assemblies in starter/generators are integral to the housing and fail to maintain consistent oil levels when the unit is tilted or oriented differently, leading to inefficient lubrication and increased maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A separately formed standpipe assembly with a base and side bracket, connected to the housing using fasteners, allowing for flexible positioning and orientation to maintain consistent oil levels, ensuring proper lubrication regardless of the starter/generator's orientation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the standpipe assembly is formed integral to the housing, then the device complexity is reduced, but the oil level stability deteriorates when the unit is tilted or oriented differently
Solution Approach 1:
The standpipe assembly is divided into separate components: the standpipe itself and the housing with integral standpipe base. The standpipe can be positioned independently within the housing, allowing it to maintain proper orientation relative to the oil regardless of the housing's orientation. This segmentation enables the standpipe to function correctly in various mounting positions while the housing structure remains simplified.
2Manufacturing precision
If the standpipe assembly is formed integral to the housing, then the manufacturing precision requirements are reduced, but the adaptability to different orientations deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The standpipe assembly incorporates adjustable positioning features that allow the standpipe to be oriented at different angles and positions within the housing. This dynamic positioning capability enables the system to adapt to various mounting orientations and operational conditions, while the integral base maintains manufacturing simplicity.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a separately formed standpipe assembly is used, then the oil level stability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The standpipe is extracted from the integral housing structure and implemented as a separate, removable component. This allows the standpipe to be precisely positioned and secured within the housing using fasteners, ensuring stable oil level measurement while maintaining relatively simple assembly procedures. The separate standpipe can be installed, adjusted, and removed without affecting the housing structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This configuration ensures stable and repeatable oil levels, reducing maintenance needs and ensuring the starter/generator operates smoothly across varying orientations and mounting positions.
Implementation Method 1
Once lubricating fluid has reached the level of the top of the standpipe assembly, the lubricating fluid starts to drain through the standpipe assembly
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AI summary
A standpipe assembly (60) for connection to a starter/generator housing (50) includes a standpipe (68) with a first end (66) that sits within the housing (50) and a second end (64) that connects to a standpipe base (52) formed integral to the housing (50) and one or more brackets (68, 70) to secure the standpipe (62) to the housing (50).