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{{Short description|Damper that resists motion via viscous friction}} |
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[[File:Dashpot.svg|right|thumb|upright=0.45|Simplified diagram <br>of linear dashpot]] |
[[File:Dashpot.svg|right|thumb|upright=0.45|Simplified diagram <br>of linear dashpot]] |
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A '''dashpot''' |
A '''dashpot''', also known as a '''damper'''{{Citation needed|date=October 2023}}, is a mechanical device that resists motion via viscous [[friction]].<ref>{{cite book |
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| quote = the resistance force is proportional to the velocity}}</ref> slowing the motion and absorbing energy. It is commonly used in conjunction with a [[Spring (device)|spring]] |
| quote = the resistance force is proportional to the velocity}}</ref> slowing the motion and absorbing energy. It is commonly used in conjunction with a [[Spring (device)|spring]]. The [[process and instrumentation diagram]] (P&ID) symbol for a dashpot is [[File:Dashpot Symbol.svg|35px]]. |
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== Types == |
== Types == |
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The two most common types of dashpots are linear and rotary |
The two most common types of dashpots are linear and rotary. |
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=== Linear damper === |
=== Linear damper === |
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=== Rotary damper === |
=== Rotary damper === |
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Similarly, rotary dampers will tend to oppose any torque applied to them, in an amount proportional to their rotational speed. Their damping coefficients will usually be specified by torque per angular velocity. One can distinguish two kinds of viscous rotary dashpots<ref>{{cite web |
Similarly, rotary dampers will tend to oppose any torque applied to them, in an amount proportional to their rotational speed. Their damping coefficients will usually be specified by torque per angular velocity. One can distinguish two kinds of viscous rotary dashpots:<ref>{{cite web |
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* '''Vane dashpots''' which have a limited angular range but provide a significant damping torque. The damping force is the result of one or multiple vanes moving through a viscous fluid and letting it flow via calibrated openings. |
* '''Vane dashpots''' which have a limited angular range but provide a significant damping torque. The damping force is the result of one or multiple vanes moving through a viscous fluid and letting it flow via calibrated openings. |
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* '''Continuous rotation dashpots''' which aren't limited in their rotation angle but provide a smaller damping coefficient. These use the friction generated by the shearing forces induced in the viscous fluid itself by the difference in motion between the dashpot's rotor and stator. |
* '''Continuous rotation dashpots''' which aren't limited in their rotation angle but provide a smaller damping coefficient. These use the friction generated by the shearing forces induced in the viscous fluid itself by the difference in motion between the dashpot's rotor and stator. |
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=== Eddy current damper === |
=== Eddy current damper === |
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A less common type of dashpot is an [[eddy current]] damper, which uses a large magnet inside a tube constructed of a non-magnetic but conducting material (such as [[aluminium]] or [[copper]]). Like a common viscous damper, the eddy current damper produces a resistive force proportional to velocity.<ref>{{cite web |
A less common type of dashpot is an [[eddy current]] damper, which uses a large magnet inside a tube constructed of a non-magnetic but conducting material (such as [[aluminium]] or [[copper]]). Like a common viscous damper, the eddy current damper produces a resistive force proportional to velocity. A common use of the eddy current damper is in balance scales. This is a frictionless method that allows the scale to quickly come to rest.<ref>{{cite web |
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|url=http://www.ligo.caltech.edu/docs/G/G030453-00/G030453-00.pdf |
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|title=Update on eddy-current damping experiments |
|title=Update on eddy-current damping experiments |
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|author=Mike Plissi |
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|publisher=Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory ([[LIGO]]) |
|publisher=Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory ([[LIGO]]) |
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|quote=A magnet moving inside a non-magnetic conductive tube has its motion retarded. Retardation force is proportional to velocity of magnet- viscous damping. |
|quote=A magnet moving inside a non-magnetic conductive tube has its motion retarded. Retardation force is proportional to velocity of magnet- viscous damping. |
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|title=Improved Concept and Model of Eddy Current Damper |
|title=Improved Concept and Model of Eddy Current Damper |
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|pages=294–302 |
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|quote=This process of the generation and dissipation of eddy current causes the system to function as a viscous damper |
|quote=This process of the generation and dissipation of eddy current causes the system to function as a viscous damper |
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|url=http://www.me.mtu.edu/~hsodano/Publications/ASME%20Vibs-Acoustics%202006%20Improved%20ECD%20-%20Journal%20Version.pdf |
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| title = Eddy Current Damping Simulation and Modeling |
| title = Eddy Current Damping Simulation and Modeling |
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| last2 = Neumeister |
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| journal = Proceedings of the 9th European Space Mechanisms and Tribology Symposium |
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| url = http://hdl.handle.net/10919/27677 |
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| publisher = Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University |
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== One-way operation == |
== One-way operation == |
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Dashpots frequently use a one-way mechanical bypass to permit fast unrestricted motion in one direction and slow motion using the dashpot in the opposite direction. This permits, for example, a door to be opened quickly without added resistance, but then to close slowly using the dashpot. For hydraulic dashpots this unrestricted motion is accomplished using a one-way check-valve that allows fluid to bypass the dashpot fluid constriction. Non-hydraulic |
Dashpots frequently use a one-way mechanical bypass to permit fast unrestricted motion in one direction and slow motion using the dashpot in the opposite direction. This permits, for example, a door to be opened quickly without added resistance, but then to close slowly using the dashpot. For hydraulic dashpots this unrestricted motion is accomplished using a one-way check-valve that allows fluid to bypass the dashpot fluid constriction. Non-hydraulic rotatory dashpots may use a ratcheting gear to permit free motion in one direction. |
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== Theory == |
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Dashpots are frequently used to add [[damping]] to [[dynamic systems]]. When designing and analyzing systems, dashpots are often assumed to be linear, meaning that their output force is linearly proportional to their velocity. |
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<math display="block"> F = - cv</math> |
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This permits convenient analysis of systems such as [[harmonic oscillators#Simple harmonic oscillator|harmonic oscillators]]. However, the behavior of real-world dashpots is frequently non-linear, meaning that the force is proportional to the velocity raised to some exponent ''α'', which can vary between 0.2 and 2.<ref>{{cite book|last=Klembczyk|first=Alan|title=Fluid Viscous Dampers - General Guidelines for Engineers|pages=17|url=https://www.taylordevices.com/damper-manual/|publisher=Taylor Devices, Inc.|access-date=2024-10-08}}</ref> |
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<math display="block"> F = - cv^\alpha</math> |
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Different exponents are better suited for different applications, but exponents other than 1.0 must be analyzed with numeric methods instead of calculus. |
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== Applications == |
== Applications == |
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[[Image:strombergcarb2.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Dashpot in a [[Zenith carburettor|Zenith-Stromberg]] [[carburetor]]]] |
[[Image:strombergcarb2.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Dashpot in a [[Zenith carburettor|Zenith-Stromberg]] [[carburetor]]]] |
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A dashpot is a common component in a [[door closer]] to prevent it from slamming shut. A spring applies force to close the door, which the dashpot offsets by forcing fluid to flow through an orifice, often adjustable, between reservoirs, which slows the motion of the door. |
A dashpot is a common component in a [[door closer]] to prevent it from slamming shut. A spring applies force to close the door, which the dashpot offsets by forcing fluid to flow through an orifice, often adjustable, between reservoirs, which slows the motion of the door. |
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[[Relay]]s can be made to have a long delay by utilizing a piston filled with fluid that is allowed to escape slowly. Electrical [[switchgear]] may use dashpots in their [[overcurrent]] sensing mechanism to reduce reaction speed to brief events, thus making them less sensitive to false-triggering during transients whilst still remaining sensitive to sustained overloads. Another use is for delaying the closing or opening of an electrical circuit. Such a [[dashpot timer]] might be used for example for timed staircase lighting. |
[[Relay]]s can be made to have a long delay by utilizing a piston filled with fluid that is allowed to escape slowly. Electrical [[switchgear]] may use dashpots in their [[overcurrent]] sensing mechanism to reduce reaction speed to brief events, thus making them less sensitive to false-triggering during transients whilst still remaining sensitive to sustained overloads. Another use is for delaying the closing or opening of an electrical circuit. Such a [[dashpot timer]] might be used for example for timed staircase lighting. |
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Anti-stall mechanisms in internal combustion engines are aimed to prevent stalling of the engine at low rpm. Anti-stall mechanisms use dashpots to arrest the final closing movement of the throttle. |
[[Anti-stall (engine)|Anti-stall]] mechanisms in internal combustion engines are aimed to prevent stalling of the engine at low rpm. Anti-stall mechanisms use dashpots to arrest the final closing movement of the throttle. |
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Large dashpots are added to bridges and buildings to protect against earthquakes and wind vibrations.<ref>{{cite book|last=Klembczyk|first=Alan|title=Fluid Viscous Dampers - General Guidelines for Engineers|pages=21|url=https://www.taylordevices.com/damper-manual/|publisher=Taylor Devices, Inc.|access-date=2024-10-08}}</ref> |
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==Viscoelasticity== |
==Viscoelasticity== |
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[[File:Dashpot Symbol.svg|thumb|100x100px|Dashpot symbol for viscoelastic models]] |
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Dashpots are used as [[Model (abstract)|models]] of [[Materials engineering|materials]] that exhibit [[viscoelastic]] behavior, such as muscle tissue. [[Maxwell material|Maxwell]] and [[Kelvin–Voigt material|Kelvin–Voigt]] models of viscoelasticity use springs and dashpots in [[series and parallel circuits]] respectively. Models containing dashpots add a viscous, time-dependent element to the behavior of solids, allowing complex behaviors like [[Creep (deformation)|creep]] and stress relaxation to be modeled. |
Dashpots are used as [[Model (abstract)|models]] of [[Materials engineering|materials]] that exhibit [[viscoelastic]] behavior, such as muscle tissue. [[Maxwell material|Maxwell]] and [[Kelvin–Voigt material|Kelvin–Voigt]] models of [[viscoelasticity]] use springs and dashpots in [[series and parallel circuits]] respectively. Models containing dashpots add a viscous, time-dependent element to the behavior of solids, allowing complex behaviors like [[Creep (deformation)|creep]] and stress relaxation to be modeled. |
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== See also == |
== See also == |
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* [[Hydrospring]] |
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* [[Hydro-spring]]<!--hydrospring & hydro-spring are different articles--> |
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* [[Inerter (mechanical networks)]] |
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* [[Staircase timer]] |
* [[Staircase timer]] |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
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{{Commons category|Dashpots}} |
{{Commons category|Dashpots}} |
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* {{cite web |url=http://ccrma.stanford.edu/~jos/pasp/Dashpot.html |title=Dashpot |work=Physical Audio Signal Processing |author=Julius O. Smith III |publisher=[[CCRMA]],Stanford University's |date=18 May 2013 | |
* {{cite web |url=http://ccrma.stanford.edu/~jos/pasp/Dashpot.html |title=Dashpot |work=Physical Audio Signal Processing |author=Julius O. Smith III |publisher=[[CCRMA]],Stanford University's |date=18 May 2013 |access-date=18 February 2014}} |
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[[Category:Mechanisms (engineering)]] |
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Latest revision as of 17:36, 7 December 2024
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A dashpot, also known as a damper[citation needed], is a mechanical device that resists motion via viscous friction.[1] The resulting force is proportional to the velocity, but acts in the opposite direction,[2] slowing the motion and absorbing energy. It is commonly used in conjunction with a spring. The process and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) symbol for a dashpot is .
Types
[edit]The two most common types of dashpots are linear and rotary.
Linear damper
[edit]Linear dashpots — or linear dampers — are used to exert a force opposite to a translation movement. They are generally specified by stroke (amount of linear displacement) and damping coefficient (force per velocity).
Rotary damper
[edit]Similarly, rotary dampers will tend to oppose any torque applied to them, in an amount proportional to their rotational speed. Their damping coefficients will usually be specified by torque per angular velocity. One can distinguish two kinds of viscous rotary dashpots:[3]
- Vane dashpots which have a limited angular range but provide a significant damping torque. The damping force is the result of one or multiple vanes moving through a viscous fluid and letting it flow via calibrated openings.
- Continuous rotation dashpots which aren't limited in their rotation angle but provide a smaller damping coefficient. These use the friction generated by the shearing forces induced in the viscous fluid itself by the difference in motion between the dashpot's rotor and stator.
Eddy current damper
[edit]A less common type of dashpot is an eddy current damper, which uses a large magnet inside a tube constructed of a non-magnetic but conducting material (such as aluminium or copper). Like a common viscous damper, the eddy current damper produces a resistive force proportional to velocity. A common use of the eddy current damper is in balance scales. This is a frictionless method that allows the scale to quickly come to rest.[4][5][6][7]
One-way operation
[edit]Dashpots frequently use a one-way mechanical bypass to permit fast unrestricted motion in one direction and slow motion using the dashpot in the opposite direction. This permits, for example, a door to be opened quickly without added resistance, but then to close slowly using the dashpot. For hydraulic dashpots this unrestricted motion is accomplished using a one-way check-valve that allows fluid to bypass the dashpot fluid constriction. Non-hydraulic rotatory dashpots may use a ratcheting gear to permit free motion in one direction.
Theory
[edit]Dashpots are frequently used to add damping to dynamic systems. When designing and analyzing systems, dashpots are often assumed to be linear, meaning that their output force is linearly proportional to their velocity.
This permits convenient analysis of systems such as harmonic oscillators. However, the behavior of real-world dashpots is frequently non-linear, meaning that the force is proportional to the velocity raised to some exponent α, which can vary between 0.2 and 2.[8]
Different exponents are better suited for different applications, but exponents other than 1.0 must be analyzed with numeric methods instead of calculus.
Applications
[edit]A dashpot is a common component in a door closer to prevent it from slamming shut. A spring applies force to close the door, which the dashpot offsets by forcing fluid to flow through an orifice, often adjustable, between reservoirs, which slows the motion of the door.
Consumer electronics often use dashpots where it is undesirable for a media access door or control panel to suddenly pop open when the door latch is released. The dashpot provides a steady, gentle motion until the access door has fully opened.
Dashpots are commonly used in dampers and shock absorbers. The hydraulic cylinder in an automobile shock absorber is a dashpot. They are also used on carburetors, where the return of the throttle lever is cushioned just before the throttle fully closes, then is allowed to fully close slowly to reduce emissions. The British SU carburettor's main piston carries a stepped needle. This needle is held in the fuel flow orifice. The manifold vacuum causes this piston to rise allowing more fuel into the airflow. The SU's dashpot has a fixed hydraulic piston, damping the main piston as it moves upward. A valve in the piston disables the damping as the main piston returns.
Large forces and high speeds can be controlled by dashpots. For example, they are used to arrest the steam catapults on aircraft carrier decks.
Relays can be made to have a long delay by utilizing a piston filled with fluid that is allowed to escape slowly. Electrical switchgear may use dashpots in their overcurrent sensing mechanism to reduce reaction speed to brief events, thus making them less sensitive to false-triggering during transients whilst still remaining sensitive to sustained overloads. Another use is for delaying the closing or opening of an electrical circuit. Such a dashpot timer might be used for example for timed staircase lighting.
Anti-stall mechanisms in internal combustion engines are aimed to prevent stalling of the engine at low rpm. Anti-stall mechanisms use dashpots to arrest the final closing movement of the throttle.
Large dashpots are added to bridges and buildings to protect against earthquakes and wind vibrations.[9]
Viscoelasticity
[edit]Dashpots are used as models of materials that exhibit viscoelastic behavior, such as muscle tissue. Maxwell and Kelvin–Voigt models of viscoelasticity use springs and dashpots in series and parallel circuits respectively. Models containing dashpots add a viscous, time-dependent element to the behavior of solids, allowing complex behaviors like creep and stress relaxation to be modeled.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Oxford English Dictionary. Oxford University Press.
dash-pot, n. a contrivance for producing gradual descent in a piece of mechanism or for preventing vibration or sudden motion, consisting of a cylinder or chamber containing liquid in which a piston moves; a hydraulic buffer.
- ^ Mark H. Holmes (2009). Introduction to the Foundations of Applied Mathematics. Springer. p. 329.
the resistance force is proportional to the velocity
- ^ "Dashpot Types". www.kinetrol.com. Archived from the original on 6 December 2021. Retrieved 5 August 2020.
- ^ Mike Plissi. "Update on eddy-current damping experiments" (PDF). Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2010-07-25. Retrieved 2010-05-29.
A magnet moving inside a non-magnetic conductive tube has its motion retarded. Retardation force is proportional to velocity of magnet- viscous damping.
- ^ Sodano; Bae; Inman; Belvin (June 2006). "Improved Concept and Model of Eddy Current Damper" (PDF). Transactions of the ASME. 128: 294–302. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2010-07-28.
This process of the generation and dissipation of eddy current causes the system to function as a viscous damper
- ^ Starin; Neumeister (19–21 September 2001). "Eddy Current Damping Simulation and Modeling". Proceedings of the 9th European Space Mechanisms and Tribology Symposium. 480: 321–326. Bibcode:2001ESASP.480..321S. ISBN 92-9092-761-5.
One major advantage of ECD's is their linearity
- ^ Henry A. Sodano (May 5, 2005). "Development of Novel Eddy Current Dampers for the Suppression of Structural Vibrations" (pdf). Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. hdl:10919/27677. Retrieved 2020-09-26.
This damping force can be described as a viscous force due to the dependence on the velocity of the conductor.
- ^ Klembczyk, Alan. Fluid Viscous Dampers - General Guidelines for Engineers. Taylor Devices, Inc. p. 17. Retrieved 2024-10-08.
- ^ Klembczyk, Alan. Fluid Viscous Dampers - General Guidelines for Engineers. Taylor Devices, Inc. p. 21. Retrieved 2024-10-08.