Valve Regulating Device Dual-Functional Seal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing valve regulating devices for fluid flow in air intake systems face issues with poor seal in the closed state and complex control mechanisms, as well as difficulties in installation and maintenance, especially when multiple devices are used simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A valve regulating device with a support body featuring a dual-segment seal, where one segment is compressively stressed and the other is flexurally stressed, providing optimal tightness and simplicity in design, and a control pin system that allows for rotational locking and guided mounting, reducing flow disruption and enhancing seal effectiveness.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single seal is used in the support body, then the device structure is simple, but the seal effectiveness is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The seal is divided into two distinct functional segments: a first functional segment and a second functional segment. Each segment is positioned at different locations on the support body and engages with different portions of the valve body, creating multiple sealing points that work together to improve overall seal effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
Each functional segment of the seal is designed with specific local properties tailored to its position and function. The first functional segment has different characteristics than the second functional segment, allowing each to optimize its sealing performance at its specific location on the support body.
2Ease of operation
If the valve body is displaced in the closure position, then play in the control means can be taken up, but tightness is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The control pin is designed to preliminarily absorb play and positioning variations in the control means before the valve body reaches its final closure position. This preliminary action ensures that when the valve body engages with the seal, all play has already been taken up, guaranteeing tightness without compromising ease of operation.
3Reliability
If a cartridge valve device is used, then effective seal is provided, but installation becomes awkward and precise mounting is required
Solution Approach 1:
The valve device is segmented into modular components: the support body with integrated seal segments, the valve body, and the control pin. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured separately and assembled in a simplified sequence, reducing installation complexity while maintaining seal effectiveness.
4Reliability
If the seal is attached to the outer circumference of the valve body, then the valve can be sealed, but the seal is constantly exposed to the flow
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of attaching the seal to the outer circumference of the valve body where it would be exposed to flow, the seal is inverted and attached to the support body structure. The functional segments are positioned to engage with the valve body from the support body side, reversing the traditional seal arrangement and protecting the seal from direct flow exposure while maintaining its sealing function.
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 solution achieves a robust and efficient seal in the closed state, simplifies the installation process, and minimizes flow disruption, while maintaining effective control over fluid circulation, even when multiple devices are used simultaneously.
Implementation Method 1
a first functional segment extending over a first portion of the internal periphery of the annular support body and bearing against a face of a first of the two shutter-like portions of the valve body in the closed position
Implementation Method 2
a second functional segment extending over a second portion of the internal periphery of the annular support body, having a different composition from that of the first functional segment and bearing against the opposing face of the other or second shutter-like portion of the valve body in the closed position
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AI summary
A valve regulating device intended to regulate the circulation of a fluid in the region of an opening, said device consisting of a pivoting valve body, of an annular support body integrating two opposing bearings mounting said valve body in a rotational manner, and of a control pin, wherein said valve body may be displaced in rotation between a totally open position and a closed position, in which it rests against the annular seat provided by the support body; the support body is provided with a seal with a first extending functional segment and a second extending functional segment having protruding lateral extensions, for example in the form of ribs, on the face of the support body that bears against the edge of the opening, said extensions also being interconnected by intermediate joining portions, which also extend in a protruding manner over the bodies of the two opposing bearings so as to provide a continuous peripheral seal around the opening when the regulating device is mounted on said opening.