Universal remote mount damper linkage
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Solution Overview
Problem
In HVAC systems, direct linkage between dampers and actuators is often hindered by size constraints or incompatible mounting interfaces, leading to increased costs due to customized remote mount kits.
Innovation Solution
A universal remote mount kit with a mounting bracket, drive shaft, crank shaft, and ball and socket connector, designed to couple actuators to dampers in various orientations and sizes, utilizing existing actuator interfaces to enable remote mounting and adjustable configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a direct linkage between actuator and damper is used, then the structure is simple and cost-effective, but it is not possible due to size constraints or incompatible mounting interfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is designed with multiple mounting hole patterns that can accommodate different actuator types and mounting interfaces. The bracket includes a first mounting hole pattern for one type of actuator interface and a second mounting hole pattern for another type, allowing a single bracket design to work with multiple actuator models and damper configurations, thereby achieving universality and compatibility without requiring custom-designed brackets for each combination.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a customized remote mount kit is used, then compatibility is achieved, but costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket integrates multiple mounting hole patterns into a single component, enabling it to interface with various actuator types (e.g., different square interface sizes) without requiring multiple customized brackets. This universal design allows one bracket to serve multiple compatibility purposes, eliminating the need for expensive customizations while maintaining adaptability to different actuator-damper configurations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a universal mounting bracket with multiple hole patterns is used, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket merges multiple mounting hole patterns into a single integrated component rather than using separate brackets for different actuator types. By combining the functions of multiple specialized brackets into one universal bracket with various hole patterns, the design achieves adaptability while actually reducing overall system complexity and the number of parts needed.
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AI summary
A remote mount kit for a damper in an HVAC system is provided. The remote mount kit includes a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket includes a first mounting flange having a first mounting hole pattern and a second mounting flange having a second mounting hole pattern. The remote kit also includes a drive shaft having a first drive end and a second drive end. The first drive end and the second drive end are configured to couple to an actuator. The remote kit further includes a crank shaft and a connector configured to couple the crank shaft to the damper. A dimension between the holes of the first mounting hole pattern is smaller than a dimension between the holes of the second mounting hole pattern.