Wedge-Shaped Rotating Body for Multi-Field Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical synchronous loading devices are unable to provide a testing environment for examining material damage and researching mechanisms under extreme electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical multi-field coupling conditions.
Innovation Solution
An electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical dynamic and synchronous loading device based on a wedge-shaped rotating body, which includes a carrier, a wedge-shaped rotating body, and a pulse power supply, allowing for controlled pressure, rotating speed, and pulse current application to simulate extreme conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical synchronous loading devices are used, then static equivalent loading or low-parameter synchronous loading can be achieved, but dynamic and synchronous loading in extreme multi-field coupling conditions cannot be provided
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges electromagnetic loading, thermal loading, and mechanical loading systems into a single integrated device. The electromagnetic loading system uses pulse power supply to generate electromagnetic forces, the thermal loading system uses heating elements to generate heat, and the mechanical loading system uses wedge-shaped rotating bodies to generate mechanical stress. These three systems are combined to simultaneously apply electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical multi-field coupling extreme conditions to the test object, resolving the contradiction by achieving high adaptability through integration while managing device complexity through systematic design
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic elements to transform static loading capabilities into dynamic loading capabilities. The wedge-shaped rotating bodies rotate during testing to generate dynamic mechanical loading, the pulse power supply provides time-varying electromagnetic loading, and the heating elements can dynamically adjust thermal loading. This dynamic capability allows the device to achieve synchronous and dynamic loading in extreme conditions, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and complexity by using controlled dynamic processes
2Temperature
If the wedge-shaped rotating body is pressed against the test object and rotated, then friction heat is generated and surface temperature increases, but excessive heat may damage the test object
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses parameter changes to control the thermal process. The rotation speed of the wedge-shaped rotating body, the pressing force, and the duration of friction heating are all controllable parameters that can be adjusted to achieve the desired surface temperature increase without causing damage. By precisely controlling these parameters, the system can generate sufficient friction heat for testing while avoiding excessive heat that would damage the test object
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs continuous monitoring and control during the friction heating process. The rotation of the wedge-shaped bodies and the application of pressing force are maintained continuously but controllably, allowing the thermal loading to proceed at a controlled rate. This continuous but regulated action ensures that temperature increases remain within safe limits while still achieving the necessary thermal conditions for testing
3Adaptability or versatility
If pulse current is applied to generate electromagnetic force and Joule heat, then electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical coupling conditions are achieved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses periodic pulse current instead of continuous current to generate electromagnetic forces and Joule heat. The pulse power supply delivers current in controlled pulses rather than continuously, which reduces overall energy consumption while still achieving the necessary electromagnetic and thermal effects during the pulse duration. This periodic action maintains the adaptability to generate electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical coupling conditions while significantly reducing energy consumption compared to continuous operation
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs short-duration high-intensity pulses to rapidly generate the required electromagnetic forces and thermal effects. By concentrating the energy delivery into brief pulse intervals rather than sustained continuous operation, the system achieves the necessary coupling conditions in short bursts, reducing total energy consumption while maintaining the capability to generate extreme multi-field conditions when needed
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 device enables synchronous and dynamic loading in electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical multi-field coupling extreme conditions, effectively increasing the surface temperature and strain of the test object, thereby simulating real-world applications and providing more effective data.
Implementation Method 1
a large amount of friction heat is generated due to sliding friction in surface contact with the surface of the test object
Implementation Method 2
combined with a large amount of Joule heat and arc heat generated by the pulse current
Implementation Method 3
the pulse current generates a great electromagnetic force between the test object and the wedge
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is an electro-magneto-thermo-mechanical dynamic and synchronous loading device based on a wedge-shaped rotating body. The device comprises a carrier, a wedge-shaped rotating body and a pulse power supply, wherein the wedge-shaped rotating body is positioned above the carrier, the pulse power supply is connected to the carrier and the wedge-shaped rotating body through conductors, a test object is fixed on the carrier, the top of the wedge-shaped rotating body is connected to the output end of a driving shaft through a transmission shaft, the driving shaft drives the wedge-shaped rotating body to rotate and can apply downward pressure, and the wedge-shaped rotating body can be pressed against the test object and rotate on the surface of the test object.


