Honda motor co., ltd. (20240328493). VEHICLE DRIVING APPARATUS simplified abstract
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VEHICLE DRIVING APPARATUS
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VEHICLE DRIVING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240328493 titled 'VEHICLE DRIVING APPARATUS
The vehicle driving apparatus described in the patent application includes a fluid pump driven by a rotating shaft, which is in turn driven by a power source. The fluid pump consists of a rotor, a case with a discharge port, and an insertion hole for the rotating shaft.
- The rotating shaft has an attachment portion that fits into a shaft hole and an internal flow path for fluid to flow through.
- A supply groove on the outer surface of the rotating shaft connects to the internal flow path.
- The fluid pump is attached to the rotating shaft in such a way that the discharge port and the supply groove align in the axial direction.
- The attachment portion of the rotating shaft is located on both sides of the supply groove in the axial direction.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in automotive vehicles for efficient fluid pumping systems. - It can also be applied in industrial machinery that requires precise fluid control.
Problems Solved: - Provides a compact and reliable fluid pumping solution for vehicles and machinery. - Ensures proper alignment and flow of fluids within the system.
Benefits: - Improved efficiency in fluid pumping operations. - Reduced maintenance and downtime due to the robust design. - Enhanced performance and longevity of the overall system.
Commercial Applications: Fluid pumping systems for automotive vehicles, industrial machinery, and other mechanical applications can benefit from this innovative technology.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the alignment of the discharge port and supply groove contribute to the efficiency of fluid flow? 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this technology in vehicles and machinery?
Original Abstract Submitted
a vehicle driving apparatus includes a rotating shaft driven by the power source, a fluid pump driven by the rotating shaft. the fluid pump includes a rotor rotated by the rotating shaft, and a case. the case includes a discharge port configured to allow a fluid to be discharged therethrough, and the discharge port is provided on an inner peripheral surface of an insertion hole through which the rotating shaft is inserted. the rotating shaft includes an attachment portion fittable to a shaft hole, and an internal flow path configured to allow the fluid to flow therethrough. a supply groove is provided on an outer peripheral surface of the rotating shaft, and the supply groove communicates with the internal flow path. the fluid pump is attached to the attachment portion of the rotating shaft such that positions of the discharge port and the supply groove in an axial direction of the rotating shaft overlap each other. the attachment portion is provided on each of both sides of the supply groove in the axial direction.
