Wave Energy Radiating Apparatus Linear Movement Antenna Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Radar antenna systems face challenges in reducing apparatus size due to the use of link mechanisms for adjusting antenna angles, which increases the overall size and complicates mounting and adjustment processes, especially in in-vehicle applications where space and cost are concerns.
Innovation Solution
A wave energy radiating apparatus incorporating a linear-movement generator, direction changer, and force applying member, including a stepping motor and cylindrical body, allows for precise adjustment and maintenance of radiation direction without increasing the apparatus size, utilizing a mechanism that converts rotational motion into linear movement to adjust the antenna board's angle.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a link mechanism is used to adjust the antenna angle, then the antenna direction can be changed, but the apparatus size increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional mechanical link mechanism with a linear-movement generator that directly drives the antenna board. This substitution eliminates the need for complex linkages while achieving the same directional adjustment function, thereby reducing apparatus size while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the dimensional approach by using linear movement along the antenna board surface rather than rotational movement through link mechanisms. The linear-movement generator moves parallel to the antenna board surface, converting rotational motion into linear displacement, which reduces the spatial requirements and overall apparatus volume.
2Ease of operation
If a link mechanism is used for antenna adjustment, then the antenna angle can be changed, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the complex mechanical link mechanism with a linear-movement generator that provides direct drive capability. This substitution simplifies the overall device structure by eliminating multiple linkage components, joints, and associated mounting requirements, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining the ability to adjust antenna direction.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention extracts and removes the unnecessary link mechanism components from the system, retaining only the essential linear-movement generator and its direct drive connection to the antenna board. This extraction eliminates complex intermediate mechanisms while preserving the core functionality of antenna direction adjustment.
3Volume of moving object
If the linear-movement generator is provided on the antenna board surface, then the apparatus size is reduced, but the force application against turning becomes challenging
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a force applying member as an intermediary component that transmits the output force from the linear-movement generator to the antenna board. This intermediary mechanism effectively transfers the linear motion force into the rotational force needed to counteract gravitational effects and maintain the antenna board's attitude, solving the force application challenge while keeping the generator compact on the board surface.
Solution Approach 2:
The force applying member is designed as a simple, lightweight component that provides the necessary force transmission without adding significant complexity or size. This approach uses a straightforward mechanical element rather than a complex force multiplication system, keeping the overall apparatus compact while adequately addressing the force application requirement.
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 enables compact size, high-resolution angle adjustments, and stable operation even under shock conditions, reducing mounting costs and complexities while maintaining detection reliability in in-vehicle radar systems.
Implementation Method 1
a linear-movement generator, which is provided on a surface of the wave energy radiating means opposite to a surface of the wave energy radiating means from which the wave energy is radiated, and is configured to generate power required to change the direction of radiation of the wave energy radiating means linearly along the wave energy radiating means; a shaft configured to linearly reciprocate via a mechanism configured to convert turning movement of a rotor of the motor into linear movement
Implementation Method 2
a direction changer, which is provided so as to face the linear-movement generator, and is configured to change a direction of the power generated by the linear-movement generator toward the wave energy radiating means to turn the wave energy radiating means
Implementation Method 3
a force applying member configured to apply a force to the wave energy radiating means in a direction against the turning of the wave energy radiating means, which is caused by the power
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AI summary
The radiation-direction changing and maintaining portion includes: a linear-movement generator, which is provided on a surface of a wave energy radiating portion opposite to a surface of the wave energy radiating portion from which the wave energy is radiated, and is configured to generate power required to change the direction of radiation of the wave energy radiating portion linearly along the wave energy radiating portion; a direction changer, which is provided so as to face the linear-movement generator, and is configured to change a direction of the power generated by the linear-movement generator toward the wave energy radiating portion to turn the wave energy radiating portion; and a force applying member configured to apply a force to the wave energy radiating portion in a direction against the turning of the wave energy radiating portion, which is caused by the power.