Vacuum adiabatic body
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vacuum adiabatic bodies lack a reliable installation structure for components like latches without compromising heat insulation performance, and they are susceptible to impact damage.
Innovation Solution
A vacuum adiabatic body design incorporating a first and second plate with a seal, support, and component coupler, featuring side plates with specific extensions to accommodate components like latches, ensuring a gap for insulation and impact resistance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a component coupler is added to install components like latches, then the reliability of component installation is improved, but the heat insulation performance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
A component coupler is introduced as an intermediary element that connects the first plate and second plate to provide component mounting capability. The coupler includes a coupling portion with through-holes for component installation and an extension portion that protrudes into the vacuum space. This intermediary structure enables reliable component installation while maintaining thermal insulation through its specific geometric design and positioning.
Solution Approach 2:
The component coupler implements local quality by having different functional regions: the coupling portion provides mechanical connection and component mounting capability, while the extension portion manages thermal insulation by protruding into the vacuum space. This localized functional differentiation allows the structure to simultaneously satisfy both component installation reliability and heat insulation requirements in different spatial zones.
2Adaptability or versatility
If side plates are extended to accommodate components, then the adaptability for component installation is improved, but the impact resistance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The side plate is extended in the height direction (another dimension) to provide space for component installation. This dimensional extension creates additional mounting area and adaptability for various components without compromising the longitudinal structural integrity. The extension allows components to be positioned in the height direction while maintaining the plate's strength in other directions.
3Device complexity
If the component is installed close to the vacuum space, then the device complexity is reduced, but the insulation effect deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The component coupler extends partially into the vacuum space through its extension portion, which protrudes from the first plate toward the second plate. This partial extension into the vacuum region creates sufficient insulation distance between the component mounting area and the vacuum space, maintaining insulation effectiveness while avoiding the need for complex additional insulation structures.
4Reliability
If the side plate extension is increased to prevent interference, then the reliability of component operation is improved, but the manufacturing precision requirements worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The component coupler is pre-designed with a specific extension length that protrudes into the vacuum space by a predetermined amount. This preliminary design of the extension portion establishes the insulation gap distance in advance, ensuring reliable component operation without requiring high-precision positioning during assembly. The extension length is optimized to provide sufficient insulation clearance while accommodating normal manufacturing tolerances.
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
The design enhances impact resistance, maintains insulation performance, and improves productivity by preventing foaming solution intrusion, thus protecting the vacuum space from damage.
Implementation Method 1
a vacuum space between the first plate (101) and the second plate (201); and a seal (61) sealing the first plate (101) and the second plate (201)
Implementation Method 2
A device having an internal space in which a vacuum is at least partially formed to achieve a thermal insulation effect is called a vacuum adiabatic body
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AI summary
A vacuum adiabatic body includes a first plate, a second plate, and a seal for sealing the first plate and the second plate to provide a vacuum space. Optionally, the vacuum adiabatic body includes a support for maintaining the vacuum space. Optionally, the vacuum adiabatic body includes a heat transfer resistor for reducing heat transfer between the first plate and the second plate. Optionally, the vacuum adiabatic body includes a component coupler that is connected to at least one of the first and second plates and to which the component is coupled. Optionally, the vacuum adiabatic body includes a side plate extending in a height direction of the vacuum space. Thus, a vacuum adiabatic body for achieving an industrial purpose is provided.