20240022133. BREATHER DEVICE FOR MOTOR CASE simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)
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BREATHER DEVICE FOR MOTOR CASE
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Takuya Matsumoto of Saitama (JP)
BREATHER DEVICE FOR MOTOR CASE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240022133 titled 'BREATHER DEVICE FOR MOTOR CASE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a breather device that consists of a sealed chamber located between the end walls of a motor case and a gear case. The device includes a communication hole in the motor case, an external communication passage formed in either the motor case or the gear case, and a partition wall extending across the breather chamber. The partition wall creates a small gap between itself and the opposing end wall, and it is positioned between the motor communication hole and the external communication passage.
- The breather device is designed to regulate the pressure inside the motor and gear cases by allowing air to flow in and out.
- The motor communication hole enables the breather chamber to communicate with the motor case.
- The external communication passage connects the breather chamber to the outside environment, allowing for the exchange of air.
- The partition wall helps to control the flow of air by creating a small gap that restricts the movement of air between the breather chamber and the external environment.
Potential Applications:
- This breather device can be used in various motorized systems and machinery that require pressure regulation, such as engines, generators, and industrial equipment.
- It can be particularly useful in applications where the motor and gear cases need to be sealed to prevent dust, dirt, or moisture from entering, while still allowing for pressure equalization.
Problems Solved:
- The breather device solves the problem of pressure build-up inside sealed motor and gear cases, which can lead to damage or malfunction of the equipment.
- It prevents the ingress of contaminants into the motor and gear cases, ensuring their proper functioning and longevity.
Benefits:
- The breather device helps maintain optimal pressure levels inside the motor and gear cases, improving the efficiency and performance of the equipment.
- It extends the lifespan of the motor and gear components by preventing damage caused by pressure differentials.
- The device ensures the reliability and durability of the equipment by protecting it from the harmful effects of dust, dirt, and moisture.
Original Abstract Submitted
a breather device comprises a substantially enclosed breather chamber () defined between a first end wall (d) of a motor case and a second end wall (b) of a gear case opposing each other, a motor communication hole () provided in the first end wall, an external communication passage () formed in the motor case or the gear case at a position lower than the motor communication hole so as to communicate the breather chamber to outside, and a partition wall () extending laterally across the breather chamber and projecting from one of the first end wall and the second wall toward the opposing end wall so as to define a small gap () between the partition wall and the opposing end wall, the partition wall being positioned between the motor communication hole and the external communication passage.
