18183672. MULTI-CONTROLLED CONTACTOR CONTROL simplified abstract (Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation)
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MULTI-CONTROLLED CONTACTOR CONTROL
Organization Name
Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation
Inventor(s)
Jordan K. Vanevenhoven of Rockford IL (US)
MULTI-CONTROLLED CONTACTOR CONTROL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18183672 titled 'MULTI-CONTROLLED CONTACTOR CONTROL
The abstract describes a contactor system with a contactor actuator that connects an input bus bar to an output bus bar, controlled by an actuator control element. The system includes a connection that receives signals from multiple controllers and relays a control signal to the actuator control element, disrupting the signal when commanded by any of the controllers.
- Contact system with actuator connecting input and output bus bars
- Actuator control element manages actuator operation
- Connection receives signals from multiple controllers
- Relay disrupts signal passing through actuator control element
- System ensures efficient and reliable contactor operation
Potential Applications: - Industrial automation systems - Electrical distribution systems - Power management systems
Problems Solved: - Efficient and reliable connection between bus bars - Centralized control of contactor operation - Prevention of signal interference from multiple controllers
Benefits: - Improved system efficiency - Enhanced safety and reliability - Simplified control interface
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Contact System for Industrial Automation" This technology can be applied in various industries such as manufacturing, energy, and transportation for efficient and reliable contactor operation, leading to improved overall system performance and reduced downtime.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the relay disrupt the signal passing through the actuator control element? The relay is designed to interrupt the signal flow when commanded by any of the controllers, ensuring proper control of the contactor actuator.
2. What are the key advantages of using a contactor system with a centralized control element? Centralized control allows for efficient management of contactor operation, ensuring smooth and reliable performance in various applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
A contactor system includes a contactor actuator that causes an input bus bar to be electrically connected to an output bus bar and an actuator control element that controls operation of the contactor actuator. The actuator controller includes an input and an output. The system also includes a connection that includes two inputs configured to receive signals from two or more controllers and provide one control signal to the input of the actuator control element and a relay coupled between the output of the actuator control element and ground that disrupts the signal from passing through the actuator control element when commanded by any of the one or more controllers.
