Vibration Isolator With Shock Stop And Stop Pins
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current vibration isolating systems are ineffective in isolating objects from external vibrations and shocks, leading to potential damage and performance degradation, as they fail to minimize displacement and protect adjacent objects.
Innovation Solution
A vibration isolating device comprising a mounting structure with first and second springs to minimize vibration and shock transmission, a shock stop with a first shock-absorbing material to absorb excessive energy, and stop pins to limit displacement, ensuring protection from contact with adjacent objects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If current vibration isolating systems are used, then some vibration isolation is provided, but they fail to effectively isolate objects from external vibrations and shocks, leading to object displacement and potential damage to adjacent components
Solution Approach 1:
The vibration isolation system is divided into multiple independent components: mounting structure, first springs, second springs, shock stop, and stop pins. Each component performs a specific function in the isolation chain, collectively providing comprehensive protection against vibrations and shocks from multiple directions and magnitudes.
Solution Approach 2:
The shock stop component made of shock-absorbing material is positioned in advance to cushion against excessive vibrations and shocks before they can cause damage to the object or adjacent components. The stop pins are also pre-positioned to limit displacement before harmful contact occurs.
2Reliability
If stronger vibration isolation is implemented, then protection from vibrations improves, but device complexity increases due to multiple components
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure serves multiple functions: it provides mechanical support for the object, couples the springs for vibration isolation, positions the shock stop for shock absorption, and accommodates the stop pins for displacement limitation. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated components for each protection function.
Solution Approach 2:
The shock stop and stop pins are integrated into the overall mounting structure assembly, with the shock stop positioned relative to the mounting structure and the stop pins arranged about the mounting structure. This integration creates a compact unified system that provides comprehensive protection without requiring entirely separate isolation systems.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Effectively isolates objects from vibrations and shocks, minimizing displacement and preventing damage to both the object and adjacent components, thereby enhancing system reliability and performance.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of first springs coupled to the mounting structure and operative to minimize coupling of the at least one vibration and shock to the object
Implementation Method 2
a plurality of second springs that are operative to further minimize coupling of the at least one vibration and shock to the object
Implementation Method 3
a shock stop separate from the mounting structure comprising a first shock-absorbing material
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AI summary
A vibration isolating device for isolating an object from at least one of vibration and shock from an external source. The vibration isolation device comprises such features as a mounting structure where the object is mounted to, at least a plurality of first springs coupled to the mounting structure to minimize coupling of the at least one vibration and shock to the object, and a shock stop. In addition, the device may include a plurality of stop pins that are separate from the mounting structure and arranged externally to the mounting structure. The stop pins can limit a displacement of the object when the at least one of vibration and shock exceeds a given level.