View source for 18283760. FUSE ELEMENT simplified abstract (SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD.)

=FUSE ELEMENT=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD.|SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD.]]


[[Category:SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Misato Ueki of Mie (JP)|Misato Ueki of Mie (JP)]][[Category:Misato Ueki of Mie (JP)]]

[[:Category:Yutaka Takata of Mie (JP)|Yutaka Takata of Mie (JP)]][[Category:Yutaka Takata of Mie (JP)]]

==FUSE ELEMENT - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18283760 titled 'FUSE ELEMENT

==Simplified Explanation==

The patent application aims to provide a fuse element that can interrupt an electrical circuit while preventing the formation of carbide during abnormal current conditions.

* The fuse element includes an insulating base material and a conductor layer on the base material's surface.
* The conductor layer is designed to physically rupture at a lower temperature than the one at which it fuses and cuts when energized, generating heat.

== Potential Applications ==
The technology could be used in various electrical systems and devices where overcurrent protection is required, such as in power distribution systems, automotive electronics, and industrial machinery.

== Problems Solved ==
1. Preventing the formation of carbide during abnormal current conditions.
2. Ensuring the safe interruption of electrical circuits without causing damage to surrounding components.

== Benefits ==
1. Enhanced safety by preventing the formation of carbide.
2. Reliable interruption of electrical circuits during abnormal current conditions.
3. Cost-effective solution for overcurrent protection.

== Potential Commercial Applications ==
"Fuse Element Technology for Overcurrent Protection in Electrical Systems"

== Possible Prior Art ==
There may be existing patents or technologies related to fuse elements for overcurrent protection in electrical circuits. However, specific details on prior art are not provided in this abstract.

=== Unanswered Questions ===

=== How does the fuse element prevent the formation of carbide during abnormal current conditions? ===
The abstract does not provide detailed information on the mechanism by which the fuse element suppresses carbide formation. Further exploration of the patent application or related documents may shed light on this aspect.

=== What materials are used in the insulating base material and conductor layer of the fuse element? ===
The abstract does not specify the materials used in the construction of the fuse element. Understanding the materials involved could provide insights into the performance and durability of the technology.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

It is aimed to provide a fuse element capable of interrupting an electrical circuit while suppressing the formation of carbide when an abnormal current is generated. A fuse element  is provided with an insulating base material  and a conductor layer  provided on a surface of the base material . The conductor layer  is physically ruptured at a temperature lower than a temperature, at which the conductor layer  is fused and cut, when the conductor layer  is energized and generates heat.



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