Elastic Tank Support Member Vibration Isolation
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Solution Overview
Problem
When tanks are placed vertically, the lower end is burdened by vibrations, leading to reduced durability due to the application of weight on the mouthpieces, which can compromise the tank's structural integrity.
Innovation Solution
A tank module design featuring a holding device with a support member that includes a recess to support the tank's side end portion and a hole for the lower mouthpiece, preventing direct contact with the frame, thereby reducing the load on the mouthpiece and enhancing durability. The support member is made of an elastic material to absorb vibrations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If the tank is placed vertically to increase storage density, then the amount of hydrogen stored per unit floor area is improved, but the durability of the tank is worsened due to vibration burden on the lower mouthpiece
Solution Approach 1:
The support member serves as an intermediary element between the tank and the frame. It includes a through hole that receives the lower mouthpiece and a recess that supports the lower end of the tank body, preventing the mouthpiece from directly contacting the frame and thus isolating it from vibration burdens
Solution Approach 2:
The support member is made of elastic material to provide beforehand cushioning for the vibrations that will be applied to the tank during movement or use, protecting the mouthpiece from direct vibration impact before it occurs
2Strength
If the mouthpiece is directly supported by the frame, then the structural support is improved, but the load on the mouthpiece increases leading to reduced durability
Solution Approach 1:
The support member acts as a mediator between the frame and the mouthpiece, providing structural support through the frame while preventing direct load transmission to the mouthpiece by receiving it within the through hole and supporting the tank body in the recess
Solution Approach 2:
The support member is made of elastic material, changing the mechanical parameter of the support structure from rigid to elastic, allowing it to absorb vibrations and reduce peak loads on the mouthpiece while maintaining structural support
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 effectively suppresses the load on the tank's mouthpiece when vertically oriented, improving the durability of the tank module by distributing the weight and absorbing vibrations, thus maintaining the tank's structural integrity.
Implementation Method 1
The support member may be made of an elastic material
Implementation Method 2
The support member may be made of an elastic material
Data Source
AI summary
A tank module comprises a tank and a holding device for holding the tank. The tank is provided with mouthpieces at both ends thereof, and is arranged so that one mouthpiece is on the bottom and the other mouthpiece is on the top. The holding device comprises a frame and a support member arranged below the frame and supporting the tank. The support member has a hole into which the mouthpiece underlying the tank is inserted, and a recess that supports a portion of the body of the tank around the hole. The tank is supported by the support member so that the mouthpiece arranged in the hole of the support member does not come into contact with the frame.