Two-Piece Clutch Hub Structure to Prevent Flexing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional clutch hubs lack sufficient strength and stability, leading to flexing issues due to inadequate design, which affects their performance and durability.
Innovation Solution
A two-piece clutch hub design featuring a centrally located aluminum hub with an annular ring portion and splines that provide additional support and prevent flexing, enhancing the structural integrity and stability of the clutch hub.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a conventional single-piece clutch hub design is used, then the structure is simple, but the strength and stability are insufficient leading to flexing issues
Solution Approach 1:
The clutch hub is divided into two separate pieces: a plate and a central hub. The plate provides the base structure while the central hub provides additional strength and stability. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while working together to solve the flexing problem.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses a composite structure combining the plate material with the central hub material. The central hub is positioned centrally within the plate and engages with it, creating a composite component that leverages the strengths of both materials to prevent flexing and improve overall structural integrity.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a conventional single-piece clutch hub design is used, then the manufacturing process is simple, but the stability is insufficient leading to flexing issues
Solution Approach 1:
The clutch hub is divided into two separate pieces: a plate and a central hub. The plate provides the base structure while the central hub provides additional strength and stability. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while working together to solve the flexing problem.
Solution Approach 2:
The central hub is positioned centrally within the plate and engages with it through splines, merging the two components into a unified structure. This combination provides enhanced stability and prevents flexing while maintaining manufacturability through standardized assembly processes.
3Reliability
If the clutch hub lacks adequate structural support, then the design is simple, but flexing occurs affecting performance and durability
Solution Approach 1:
The clutch hub is divided into two separate pieces: a plate and a central hub. The plate provides the base structure while the central hub provides additional strength and stability. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while working together to solve the flexing problem.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses a composite structure combining the plate material with the central hub material. The central hub is positioned centrally within the plate and engages with it, creating a composite component that leverages the strengths of both materials to prevent flexing and improve overall structural integrity.
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AI summary
The present invention provides methods and systems for a clutch hub that includes a plate with a top surface and a bottom surface that extends outwardly to an outer edge. An annular ring portion with an exterior surface extends upward from the top surface of the plate at a distance from the outer edge and forming an outer flange between the exterior surface and the outer edge. A plurality of splines disposed on the exterior surface of the annular ring portion.