Variable-Speed Speed-Up Mechanism Preventing Output Shaft Reverse Rotation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing variable-speed speed-up mechanisms for compressors face issues with the output shaft of the planetary gear transmission device reversing rotation, which can occur when the rotation is stopped, leading to inefficiencies and potential damage.
Innovation Solution
A variable-speed speed-up mechanism incorporating a constant-speed electric motor, a variable-speed electric motor, and a planetary gear transmission device with a control system that adjusts the rotational speed of the variable-speed electric motor to prevent reverse rotation by calculating a command value based on measured rotational speeds and controlling the motors accordingly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the rotation of the output shaft is stopped, then the rotational speed control is simplified, but the output shaft may reversely rotate causing inefficiency and potential damage
Solution Approach 1:
The control device calculates command rotational speeds for both the constant-speed and variable-speed motors that preemptively prevent reverse rotation of the output shaft. By computing rotational speeds that maintain forward rotation or controlled stopping without reversal, the system applies counter-action before reverse rotation can occur, thus preventing the harmful effect while maintaining operational simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device continuously monitors the actual rotational speeds of both motors and compares them with commanded values. Based on this feedback, the control device adjusts the command rotational speeds dynamically to prevent reverse rotation of the output shaft, ensuring reliability while maintaining ease of operation through automated control.
2Reliability
If the rotational speed of the variable-speed electric motor is increased to prevent reverse rotation, then the output shaft reverse rotation is prevented, but the energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges the functions of two motors - the constant-speed motor provides baseline rotational force to prevent reverse rotation, while the variable-speed motor adjusts its contribution based on actual operational needs. This combination allows the system to maintain reliability without requiring the variable-speed motor to consume excessive energy by running at high speeds continuously.
Solution Approach 2:
The control device dynamically changes the rotational speed parameter of the variable-speed motor based on real-time conditions. Rather than maintaining a constantly high rotational speed to prevent reverse rotation, the system adjusts the motor speed parameter to the minimum necessary level, thus preventing reverse rotation while minimizing energy consumption.
3Reliability
If a control device is added to calculate and adjust motor speeds, then the output shaft reverse rotation is prevented, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control device performs multiple functions: it calculates command rotational speeds for both motors, monitors actual rotational speeds, compares commanded versus actual values, and adjusts control parameters to prevent reverse rotation. By consolidating these multiple functions into a single control device, the system prevents reverse rotation while minimizing the increase in overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces complex mechanical reverse rotation prevention mechanisms (such as mechanical locks or one-way clutches) with a computational control approach. The control device uses calculations and electronic control signals to prevent reverse rotation, substituting mechanical complexity with electronic/control system simplicity.
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
This configuration effectively prevents the output shaft from reversing rotation, ensuring efficient operation and reducing the risk of damage by dynamically adjusting motor speeds to maintain forward rotation.
Implementation Method 1
a planetary gear transmission device which changes a rotation driving force generated by the electric device and transmits a target to be driven
Data Source
AI summary
A variable-speed speed-up mechanism includes: an electric device generating a rotation driving force; and a transmission device changing a speed of the rotation driving force and transmitting the rotation driving force to a target to be driven. The transmission device includes: a sun gear rotating around an axis line; a sun gear shaft fixed to the sun gear and extending in an axial direction around the axis line; a planetary gear meshing with the sun gear, revolving around the axis line, and rotating around a center line of the planetary gear; a gear meshing with the planetary gear; a planetary gear carrier including a planetary gear carrier shaft extending in the axial direction around the axis line and supporting the planetary gear; and a gear carrier including a gear carrier shaft extending in the axial direction around the axis line and supporting the gear.


