MICROPLASTIC ACCUMULATION SENSITIVE PASSIVE FILTER CARTRIDGE INDICATOR SYSTEM FOR DOMESTIC WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS

Abstract

The invention relates to a passive filter cartridge indicator system for monitoring the usage status of filter cartridges used in domestic water treatment systems. The system comprises a filter cartridge body (1), a filtration layer (2) located inside the filter cartridge body (1), a microplastic accumulation zone (3), a passive indicator layer (4), and a visual monitoring window (5) that allows external observation of the passive indicator layer (4). During filtration, microplastic particles present in the water are retained in the filtration layer (2) and accumulate in the microplastic accumulation zone (3), the resulting physical change is transferred to the passive indicator layer (4), and this change can be monitored externally via the visual monitoring window (5). The system operates without requiring any electronic sensors, electrical circuits, differential pressure sensors, software, communication modules, or external power sources.Thus, the usage status of the filter cartridge can be visually monitored via a passive indicator structure related to the accumulation of microplastics within the filter.

Description

1 TARIFF MICROPLASTIC ACCUMULATION IN DOMESTIC WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS SENSITIVE PASSIVE FILTER CARTRIDGE INDICATOR SYSTEM TECHNICAL AREA 5 The invention relates to the technical field of water treatment technologies, particularly domestic water. the usage status of filter cartridges used in water treatment systems It relates to passive display systems for monitoring. More specifically, the invention; Filtration inside the filter cartridge used in domestic water purification systems. The physical change associated with microplastic accumulation during this process, any 10 electronic sensor, electrical circuit, software, communication module or external A passive indicator located on the filter cartridge, without the use of a power source. a filter cartridge that allows visual monitoring from the outside through its structure It is related to the instrument system. STATE OF THE ART Domestic water treatment systems for purifying drinking water; network suspended solids, particles, chlorine, organic compounds found in the water It is widely used for the removal of pollutants such as these. In these systems, water is passed through one or more filter cartridges. The system is being purified, and the filter cartridges have reached the end of a certain service life. It is being changed. In current practices, the time to replace filter cartridges is usually... based on usage time, estimated water consumption amount, or elapsed time is determined. In some systems, the usage status of the filter cartridge is 25. differential pressure sensors, flow measurement elements, electronic meters, using wireless communication modules or software-based monitoring systems This is determined by mechanical movement of the filter element blockage. through indicators or visual indicators based on pressure difference to the user The solutions that have been reported are also known. 30 In this context, the solutions in question concern the hydraulic operation of the filter element. characteristics, service life, flow rate or pressure changes are the basis It is aimed at determining the filter status by taking measurements. It contains electronic components. solutions involve additional costs, energy requirements, maintenance needs, and system complexity. 2 It can generate. Pressure-based mechanical gauges, on the other hand, are essentially filters. monitoring the clogging and the nature of the pollutants retained in the filter media. It does not provide a direct representation. In recent years, microplastic particles have been found in drinking water. With the increase in related studies, the 5 held inside filter cartridges the microplastic load can be directly assessed by the user The need for solutions addressing this has also increased. In the current technology, filter cartridges... The accumulation of microplastics within the passive layer located inside the filter cartridge any electronic sensing system via an indicator structure a system for direct visual monitoring from the outside without using any tools 10 It is not available. Therefore, this is related to the accumulation of microplastics within the filter cartridge. a passive indicator layer is created within the filter cartridge to show the physical change. enabling the user to visually monitor the situation from the outside, 15 that do not require additional energy and can be structurally integrated into the filter cartridge. An indicator system is needed. THE TECHNICAL PROBLEM THAT IS INTENDED TO BE SOLVED In filter cartridge monitoring systems used in the known state of the art, The usage status of the filter cartridge is mostly determined by its usage time, elapsed time, and water level (20). consumption amount, differential pressure, flow rate, or electronic sensing methods These systems are determined based on the principle that microplastics are retained in the filter medium. It does not include a structural arrangement for directly monitoring its accumulation. The technical problem that is intended to be solved within this scope is domestic water treatment. 25% of the particles that form during filtration inside the filter cartridge used in the systems. The physical change associated with microplastic accumulation is integrated into the filter cartridge. through a passive indicator structure, any electronic sensor, electrical circuit, differential pressure sensor, software, communication module or being able to be visually monitored from the outside without the use of an external power source The goal is to create a filter cartridge indicator system that provides this. 30 The technical problem in question is microplastics trapped inside the filter cartridge. Instead of directly detecting the particles, these particles are observed over time. passive indicator of the physical effect resulting from the volumetric accumulation it creates mechanical transfer to the layer and any of this physical effect 3 observable from the outside without the use of an electronic detection system This will be resolved by converting it to an indicator. A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The invention relates to the use of filter cartridges in domestic water treatment systems. this condition depends on the accumulation of microplastics inside the filter cartridge. a filter cartridge indicator system for passive and visual monitoring It is related. The system consists of a filtration layer located inside the filter cartridge housing. microplastic accumulation zone, passive indicator layer and passive indicator layer 10 It includes a visual viewing window that allows for external observation. Thanks to this invention, the accumulation of microplastics inside the filter cartridge, electronic sensor, software, communication module or external power source It can be visually monitored without the need for manual intervention. This structure allows for easy access to the filter cartridge. an integrated, low-component, simple and low-cost 15 It offers an instrument display system. The advantages offered by the invention are listed below:  It requires no electricity or batteries.  Easily interpreted by the user.  Suitable for low-cost production. 20  It can be integrated into domestic water treatment systems.  It helps determine the correct filter replacement time.  Reduces unnecessary cartridge changes.  It contributes to drinking water safety.  It raises awareness regarding the environment and public health. 25 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1. Schematic view of the passive filter cartridge indicator system, which is the subject of the invention. The Definitions of the Numbers in the Figures 1. Filter cartridge housing 2. Filtration layer 3. Microplastic accumulation area 4 4. Passive indicator layer 5. Visual viewing window DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The invention consists of a filter cartridge housing (1), 5 inside the filter cartridge housing (1). positioned filtration layer (2), microplastic accumulation zone (3), passive external observation of the indicator layer (4) and the passive indicator layer (4) It includes the visual viewing window (5) that provides. The filter cartridge housing (1) is located in the water flow system of the domestic water purification system. 10 It is structured to provide water. The filter cartridge housing (1) is designed to hold the water inlet and water It forms an internal volume in which the exit takes place, and the filtration layer (2), microplastic accumulation zone (3) and passive indicator layer (4) in question internal volume It is included within. The filtration layer (2) passes through the filter cartridge housing (1) 15 It is the filtering area where the particles present in the water are trapped. Microplastic particles found pass through the water filtration layer (2) during the filtration layer (2) on or associated with the filtration layer (2) They are being held in the region. Microplastic accumulation zone (3), microplastics retained during filtration 20 It is the region where particles accumulate over time. Microplastic accumulation zone (3), in direct contact with the filtration layer (2) or to the filtration layer (2) They can be positioned adjacently. This area is inside the filter cartridge. the physically concentrated microplastic load and passive indicator This is the part where an accumulation forms that can affect the layer (4). This accumulation is 25 the resulting physical pressure, deformation or compression effect is passive It is mechanically transferred to the display layer (4). Passive indicator layer (4) associated with microplastic accumulation zone (3) It is positioned in this way. Passive indicator layer (4), microplastic accumulation Physical change due to accumulation in the region (3) can be observed externally 30 It is the structure that enables it to be transformed into an indicator. Passive indicator layer (4), any electronic sensor, electrical circuit, processor, software, wireless communication module, differential pressure The sensor operates completely passively, without requiring a battery or external power source. It is working. The working status of the passive indicator layer (4) is microplastic. It is directly related to the physical accumulation that occurs in the accumulation region (3). Passive indicator layer (4) in an application form of the invention, microplastic Visibility with the formation of a certain level of accumulation in the accumulation region (3) It is configured in such a way that a change will occur in this situation. This 5 change, differentiation in the color appearance of the passive indicator layer (4), visible the appearance of a sign, a change in the visual quality of the indicator surface, or mechanical displacement, for example, something that can be observed externally by the user It brings about change. Another application form of the invention is the passive display layer (4), 10 physical accumulation caused by accumulation in the microplastic accumulation area (3) It may include a mechanical indicator element that changes position in response to impact. The subject is the movement of the mechanical display element, visual monitoring window (5) It can be observed from the outside. The visual viewing window (5) is located on the filter cartridge housing (1), passive 15 in a way that makes at least part of the indicator layer (4) visible from the outside It is positioned. The visual viewing window (5) is located on the filter cartridge body (1) It can be created as a transparent or semi-transparent section, or on the body. also in the form of a separate window structure corresponding to the passive display layer (4) It can be accomplished. 20 During the filtration process, water enters the filter cartridge housing (1). and passes through the filtration layer (2). Microplastics found in the water The particles are retained in the filtration layer (2) and microplastics are formed over time. It accumulates in the accumulation zone (3). With the increase in the amount of accumulation Physical change occurring in the microplastic accumulation area (3), microplastic 25 It affects the passive indicator layer (4) associated with the accumulation zone (3). Visual or mechanical occurrences in the passive indicator layer (4) The change is observed externally through the visual monitoring window (5). Therefore, the usage status of the filter cartridge is determined not only by elapsed time or estimated time. Regardless of water consumption amount, microplastics form inside the filter cartridge. It can be evaluated through a passive indicator related to its accumulation. Filter cartridge housing (1), filtration layer (2), microplastic accumulation region (3), passive indicator layer (4) and visual monitoring window (5), separate 6 It can be produced in components, or during the production of the filter cartridge. They can also be arranged in a way that forms an integrated structure. The passive indicator layer (4) is located inside the filter cartridge housing (1) in the direction of water flow. According to the continuation of the filtration layer (2), adjacent to the filtration layer (2) or another location directly related to the microplastic accumulation site (3) 5 It can be placed. The precise position of the passive indicator layer (4) is the filter. the geometry of the cartridge, the structure of the filtration layer (2) and the microplastic This can be determined according to the region where the accumulation is concentrated. Alternative In applications, the passive indicator layer (4) depends on the geometry of the filter cartridge. as well as radially, in different locations near the inner surface of the cartridge body 10 can be placed. The important thing is the physical impact resulting from microplastic accumulation. It can be transferred to the passive indicator layer (4). In addition, the passive indicator layer (4) is located in the microplastic accumulation zone (3) It is located directly adjacent or very close. Passive indicator Direct indication of microplastic particles for the operation of layer (4) 15 It is not necessary for microplastics to reach the surface during filtration. volumetric accumulation over time and the resulting physical effects The pressure / deformation effect is transferred to the passive indicator layer (4), the indicator The layer also undergoes visual or mechanical changes depending on this physical effect. It constitutes. 20 Size and position of the visual viewing window (5), passive indicator the change in layer (4) can be directly observed by the user It is arranged in such a way as to allow. The visual viewing window (5) is passive. the entire indicator layer (4) or only the indicator change occurs It can make the part it came from visible. 25 This design allows us to see the actual usage status of the filter cartridge and Filter performance, depending on the microplastic load, can be visually monitored. The cartridge replacement time can be assessed more accurately, and This helps reduce unnecessary cartridge replacements. The system is electrical. or requires no batteries, can be integrated into domestic water purification systems and 30 It offers an indicator structure that can be directly interpreted by the user. In the preferred application method, the microplastic accumulation site (3) and passive a permeable or semi-permeable separator layer between the indicator layer (4) This layer can be found. While allowing water to pass through, it also prevents microplastics from entering. 7 by preventing particles from reaching the indicator layer It prevents pollution. It also prevents the accumulation of microplastics. in a way that will not prevent the physical effect from being transmitted to the indicator layer is being designed. In alternative applications, a separating layer is not used. passive indicator layer (4) directly adjacent to the microplastic accumulation area (3) 5 It can also be placed in that position. The invention is not limited to the sample applications described herein, but also includes filters. microplastic accumulation in the cartridge, microplastic accumulation zone (3) through the associated passive indicator layer (4) and visual monitoring window (5) It includes technical arrangements that allow for external monitoring. 10 20 30

Claims

8 REQUESTS 1. A passive filter cartridge indicator used in domestic water purification systems. It is a system, and its feature is; - filter cartridge housing (1), 5 - Filtration located inside the filter cartridge housing (1) layer (2), - in direct contact with the filtration layer (2) or filtration microplastic accumulation located adjacent to the layer (2) region (3), 10 - located in relation to the microplastic accumulation zone (3) passive indicator layer (4), - enabling external observation of the passive indicator layer (4) visual monitoring window (5) including, 15 microplastic particles retained during filtration over time accumulation in the microplastic accumulation zone (3), microplastic accumulation the passive indicator layer of the physical change occurring in the region (3) (4) transfer and visual occurring in the passive indicator layer (4) Visual monitoring of change or movement of mechanical indicator element 20 It is characterized by being observed from the outside through its window (5).

2. According to Claim 1, the passive filter cartridge is an indicator system, and its feature is; passive. indicator layer (4), any electronic sensor, electrical circuit, processor, software, wireless communication module, differential pressure The sensor is completely passive, requiring no battery or external power source. 25 It is characterized by its function in this way.

3. Passive filter cartridge indicator system according to claim 1 or 2, its feature is; passive indicator layer (4), specific in the microplastic accumulation region (3) Changes in visibility due to accumulation at a certain level. It is characterized by being structured in such a way as to occur. 30 4. According to claim 3, the passive filter cartridge is an indicator system, and its feature is visibility. change in status passive indicator layer (4) color a change in appearance, the emergence of a visible sign, or 9 in the form of a change in the visual quality of the display surface It is characterized by its implementation.

5. Passive filter cartridge indicator system according to any of claims 1-4, its feature is that the passive indicator layer (4) is in the microplastic accumulation zone (3) 5 that changed position due to the physical effect caused by the accumulation that occurred. It is characterized by containing a mechanical indicator element.

6. Passive filter cartridge indicator system according to any of claims 1-5, Features; microplastic accumulation zone (3) and passive indicator layer (4) between them, allowing water to pass through while microplastic particles remain passive. permeable or semi-permeable 10 that prevents it from reaching the indicator layer (4). It is characterized by the presence of a permeable separating layer.

7. According to claim 6, the passive filter cartridge is an indicator system, and its feature is; separator. passive indicator of the physical effect created by microplastic accumulation in the layer by designing it in such a way that it will not prevent transmission to the layer (4) It is characterized by 15 25

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