DRIVE MEMBER CONTROL APPARATUS

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DRIVE MEMBER CONTROL APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240262412 titled 'DRIVE MEMBER CONTROL APPARATUS

The abstract describes a drive member control apparatus that restricts power to a motor driving a drive member when the estimated motor temperature reaches a certain threshold. The control unit adjusts the temperature difference between the threshold and the estimated motor temperature if a previous cycle ended abnormally.

The control unit restricts power to the motor when the estimated motor temperature reaches the operation restriction threshold temperature.
At power on, the control unit adjusts the temperature difference between the threshold and the estimated motor temperature if a previous cycle ended abnormally.
The apparatus ensures the motor operates within safe temperature limits to prevent overheating and damage.
By adjusting the temperature difference, the apparatus optimizes motor performance and longevity.
This innovation enhances the safety and efficiency of drive member control systems.

Potential Applications: - Industrial machinery - Automotive systems - Robotics - HVAC systems

Problems Solved: - Prevents motor overheating - Enhances motor performance - Increases system reliability

Benefits: - Improved safety - Enhanced efficiency - Extended motor lifespan

Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Drive Member Control Apparatus for Enhanced Motor Performance" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and robotics to optimize motor performance and prevent overheating, leading to increased efficiency and reliability in drive member control systems.

Questions about Drive Member Control Apparatus: 1. How does the control unit adjust the temperature difference between the threshold and the estimated motor temperature? The control unit adjusts the temperature difference at power on if a previous cycle ended abnormally, ensuring safe motor operation.

2. What are the potential applications of this drive member control apparatus? This technology can be applied in industrial machinery, automotive systems, robotics, and HVAC systems to enhance motor performance and prevent overheating.

Original Abstract Submitted

a drive member control apparatus is provided with a control unit that controls a motor for driving a drive member and restricts a power supply to the motor when an estimated motor temperature reaches an operation restriction threshold temperature. the control unit is configured to set, at power on, when determined that a control is terminated abnormally in a previous cycle, a difference between the operation restriction threshold temperature and the estimated motor temperature to be less than a maximum value.