Avon Protection has been granted a patent for a speech diaphragm module featuring a body, a lid, and a resilient film secured with a solid state weld joint. The design includes a tensioning feature that enhances tension across the film, improving its functionality in applications such as respirators. GlobalData’s report on Avon Protection gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Speech diaphragm module with adjustable tension for respiration
The granted patent US12042675B2 introduces a speech diaphragm module designed to enhance sound production through a unique construction. The module consists of a body and a lid that create an enclosed volume, housing a resilient film. This film is secured at its periphery to the body via a solid-state weld joint, which applies an initial tension. A tensioning feature, such as a protruding rib on the lid, is incorporated to displace a portion of the resilient film, thereby increasing the tension beyond the initial level. The design includes a cylindrical housing, with the rib positioned radially inward of the attachment joint, ensuring effective engagement with the film.
Additionally, the patent outlines a method for manufacturing the speech diaphragm module, which involves mounting the resilient film over a cup-shaped body, welding it to create the first tension, and then securing the lid to form the enclosed volume. The method specifies the use of ultrasonic torsional welding for the attachment joints and emphasizes the importance of the tensioning feature in achieving the desired tension across the film. Furthermore, the patent includes a kit of parts that allows for the assembly of the speech diaphragm module, ensuring that the resilient film can be secured effectively within the enclosed volume while maintaining the necessary tension for optimal performance.
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