Adjustable Gas Spring - Find an Automated Solution

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The discussion centers on the need for an adjustable gas spring that allows for mid-operation pressure modifications through automated means. Users have identified that existing gas springs typically require manual gas release, which does not meet the automation requirement. A proposed solution involves a linear actuator, specifically a pneumatic cylinder, controlled by a solenoid-operated directional valve, utilizing compressed gas from a pressure reservoir. However, concerns about efficiency arise, as only full and exhaust pressure options are available in such systems.

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Hey,

Has anyone heard of a gas spring that could be adjusted in mid operation? The gas could be released from the gas spring to decrease the pressure inside and alternatively gas could be injected by a compressor to increase the pressure in gas spring.

I have only found gas springs, in which the gas can be released. And this is typically achieved by manually releasing the gas. But I am looking a gas spring system that could be modified in an automated fashion.

Thanks!
 
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Consider a typical linear actuator, (pneumatic cylinder), controlled by a directional valve, (maybe solenoid operated), with compressed gas from a pressure reservoir.

That appears to be what you are considering.

Such a system will be inefficient as only full pressure and exhaust pressure are available.
 

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