Vibration Isolation Pallet Using Spherical Dampers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for vibration isolation during transportation, such as using foam and soft materials, are ineffective in reducing resonance-induced vibration damage and result in resource wastage due to non-recyclable materials.
Innovation Solution
A vibration isolation pallet with a support platform and spherical dampers, combined with rubber damping pieces and protection columns, effectively reduces vibration intensity and resonance, allowing for repeated use and maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If foam and soft materials are used for vibration isolation, then the structure is simple and easy to implement, but the damping effect is insufficient and resonance cannot be effectively reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The vibration isolation system is segmented into multiple functional components: spherical dampers for primary vibration absorption, rubber damping pieces for resonance reduction, and auxiliary damping elements. This segmentation allows each component to specialize in specific damping tasks, achieving comprehensive vibration control that single-material approaches cannot accomplish.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs composite damping materials including spherical dampers made from specific damping materials, rubber damping pieces, and other vibration-absorbing materials. These composite material solutions provide superior damping performance compared to single-material approaches like foam, effectively addressing both general vibration and resonance issues.
2Loss of energy
If deformation structures like wooden racks are used to reduce vibration impact, then the structure can absorb some energy, but the damping materials cannot be recycled and result in resource waste
Solution Approach 1:
The vibration isolation pallet is designed with reusable damping components that can be recovered and reused. The spherical dampers, rubber damping pieces, and supporting structures are constructed to be durable and recyclable, eliminating the single-use waste problem associated with foam and soft materials while maintaining effective vibration energy absorption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes materials and structures with optimized damping parameters that can be adjusted and maintained over multiple use cycles. The spherical dampers and rubber pieces are designed with parameters that allow them to maintain effectiveness through repeated use, reducing the need for frequent replacement and resource consumption.
3Reliability
If multiple damping components are added to achieve comprehensive vibration isolation, then the damping effect is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple damping functions are merged into an integrated vibration isolation pallet system. The spherical dampers, rubber damping pieces, and supporting structures are combined into a unified assembly that provides comprehensive vibration isolation in a single implement, avoiding the need for separate damping solutions and reducing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The vibration isolation pallet is designed as a multi-functional device that simultaneously provides vibration absorption, resonance reduction, and structural support. The spherical dampers and rubber damping pieces serve multiple damping purposes across different frequency ranges and vibration modes, eliminating the need for multiple specialized damping devices.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution significantly enhances the protection of transported goods by reducing vibrations and resonance across multiple directions, improving transportation quality and resource efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
the spherical dampers can deform on various directions and have a circumferential damping function
Implementation Method 2
the spherical dampers play a role of vibration isolation and can effectively reduce the vibration intensity of articles
Implementation Method 3
the damping pieces have a good damping effect, can effectively reduce the system resonance caused by vibration
Implementation Method 4
the damping pieces have a good damping effect, can effectively reduce the system resonance caused by vibration
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure is directed to a vibration isolation pallet, comprising a support platform and a vibration isolation component arranged on top. The vibration isolation component further comprises a top and a bottom supporting plate with a plurality of spherical dampers and support columns strategically disposed in between. The edges of the top and bottom supporting plates are reinforced together with rubber damping pieces at various locations. The vibration isolation component can be detached from the support platform and functions independently. The pallet as whole can be serviced and maintained for repeated use.