Valve Assembly L-Shaped Bridge Stabilization
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing valve assemblies face issues with damage during handling due to improper mounting of the L-shaped connecting bridge, which can lead to bending of electric connecting means, making subsequent removal and replacement difficult.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a mounting base with a laterally projecting base projection that stabilizes the connecting bridge before mounting, reducing the risk of swiveling and providing a stable position for the valve unit on the valve support, allowing for either connected or cable-based signal transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the connecting bridge is fitted to the valve in advance, then the electric connection is established before mounting, but the connecting bridge can be twisted relative to the valve by improper handling, resulting in damage to the electric connecting means
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting bridge is pre-assembled with the valve body before mounting on the valve support. The first electric connecting means are already connected to the first electric mating connecting means on the connecting bridge, establishing the electric connection in advance. This preliminary assembly ensures proper alignment and connection before the valve unit is mounted on the support.
Solution Approach 2:
The second L-leg of the connecting bridge is inserted through a base projection that laterally projects from the valve body. The base projection acts as a protective sleeve or guide that receives and stabilizes the second L-leg, preventing lateral displacement and twisting movements that could damage the electric connecting means during handling and mounting operations.
2Reliability
If the connecting bridge is fitted to the valve in advance, then the electric connection is established, but subsequent removal and replacement of the connecting bridge becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting bridge is designed as a separate, modular component that can be independently removed and replaced. The L-shaped structure with distinct first and second L-legs allows the connecting bridge to be detached from the valve body by simply removing it from the base projection, enabling easy maintenance and replacement without damaging other components.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a laterally projecting base projection is added to stabilize the connecting bridge, then the risk of swiveling and damage is reduced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base projection serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides lateral stabilization for the second L-leg of the connecting bridge, guides the connecting bridge during assembly, and prevents swiveling movements. This multi-functional design achieves stabilization without requiring additional separate components, thereby minimizing the increase in device complexity.
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AI summary
A valve assembly includes a valve unit, which is mounted on a valve support and composed of a valve and a connecting bridge fitted to the valve. The connecting bridge is used for electrically contacting the valve to signal transmission means located in the valve support. It has an L-shape with a first L-leg overlapping the valve and a second L-leg projecting downwards laterally adjacent to the valve. For its location on the valve support, the valve is provided on its underside with a mounting base with a laterally protruding base projection, with which the connecting bridge engages with its second L-leg for stabilisation.