A water circulation temperature regulating system
By designing a water circulation temperature regulation system and utilizing underground storage tanks and solar heating, the problems of high power consumption and pollution in geothermal temperature regulation technology have been solved, achieving low-noise and environmentally friendly temperature regulation effects and reducing building energy consumption.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHAANXI XIXIAN NEW AREA FENGXI NEW CITY ENERGY DEV CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2023-01-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
Existing geothermal regulation technologies still consume a lot of electricity in water extraction or pressurized transportation, and may pollute groundwater. They are also noisy, and lack environmental friendliness and energy efficiency.
Design a water circulation temperature regulation system, including components such as underground storage tank, water supply pipe, temperature regulating pipe, water supply pipe, and heat exchange pipe. The system regulates temperature through water circulation and utilizes solar energy and preheaters for heating or cooling, reducing electrical equipment and avoiding pollution and noise generation of groundwater.
It achieves pollution-free and low-noise temperature regulation, reduces building operating costs, improves energy utilization efficiency, reduces dependence on electricity, and conforms to the concept of green environmental protection.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of water circulation temperature regulation technology, and more specifically to a water circulation temperature regulation system. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, many technologies utilize geothermal energy for temperature regulation, such as geothermal heat pumps, geothermal air conditioning systems, and methods for bidirectional room temperature control. These technologies often involve extracting heat energy by turning on a heat pump with electricity, or transporting it via air extraction or compression. Some simply state that the idea of utilizing geothermal energy is not feasible. From the perspective of current geothermal temperature regulation technologies, they are generally only more energy-efficient than conventional air conditioning. However, they still consume significant amounts of electricity in water extraction or compression transportation, and there are many issues regarding environmental pollution, noise reduction, energy conservation, and carbon reduction. For example, some require the reinjection of well water, which can cause some pollution to groundwater. Therefore, a water circulation temperature regulation system needs to be designed. Summary of the Invention
[0003] In view of this, the main objective of the present invention is to provide a water circulation temperature regulation system.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows:
[0005] This invention provides a water circulation temperature regulation system, including an underground storage tank, a water inlet pipe, a first temperature regulating pipe, a transfer storage tank, a drain pipe, a first heat exchange pipe, and a second heat exchange pipe. The underground storage tank is located underground and contains a water pump. The water pump is connected to the water inlet pipe. The water inlet pipe is connected to both the first and second temperature regulating pipes. Both the first and second temperature regulating pipes are connected to the transfer storage tank. The transfer storage tank is connected to the underground storage tank via the drain pipe. The inlet and outlet of the underground storage tank are connected to the first and second heat exchange pipes, respectively. Both ends of the first heat exchange pipe are connected to the drain pipe, and both ends of the second underground heat exchange pipe are connected to the water inlet pipe.
[0006] Preferably, the underground storage tank of the present invention includes a tank body, the tank body being divided into a preheating chamber and a main storage chamber by a partition. The preheating chamber is provided with a preheating component, and the main storage chamber is provided with a water distributor communicating with the preheating component. The water distributor is connected to a heat exchange component located in the main storage chamber.
[0007] Preferably, the upper end of the preheating chamber is provided with an underground storage tank inlet, one end of which is connected to a drain pipe; the lower end of the main storage chamber is provided with an underground storage tank outlet, which is connected to a water supply pipe; and an inspection port is also provided on the side of the tank.
[0008] Preferably, the preheating component of the present invention includes a preheater connecting pipe, a preheater, and an inner connecting pipe. One end of the preheater connecting pipe is connected to the water inlet of the underground storage tank, the other end of the preheater connecting pipe is connected to the inlet of the preheater, the outlet of the preheater is connected to the inner connecting pipe, and the other end of the inner connecting pipe is connected to the main storage chamber.
[0009] Preferably, the preheater of the present invention includes a preheating cavity with a hollow cavity structure. The two ends of the preheating cavity are connected to the preheater connecting pipe and the inner connecting pipe respectively. The preheating cavity is provided with a plurality of outwardly protruding parts, and heating wires are provided in the protruding parts respectively.
[0010] Preferably, the water distributor of the present invention includes a water distributor connecting pipe, a water distribution plate, a connecting reinforcing block, water distribution holes, water distribution windows, and a status sensor. One end of the water distributor connecting pipe is connected to an inner connecting pipe, and the bottom of the water distributor connecting pipe is connected to a disc-shaped water distribution plate. The connecting reinforcing block is disposed at the connection between the water distribution plate and the water distributor connecting pipe. The upper and lower ends of the water distribution plate are respectively provided with through-hole-shaped water distribution holes, which are evenly distributed at the upper and lower ends of the water distribution plate. The side end of the water distribution plate is provided with multiple through-hole water distribution windows, which are evenly distributed at the side end of the water distribution plate. The status sensor is disposed on the water distribution plate.
[0011] Preferably, the heat exchange assembly includes an inner heat exchange tube, which is disc-shaped and disposed on the inner wall of the tank. The outer surface of the tank is also provided with a plurality of outwardly protruding outer heat exchange rings.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:
[0013] This invention provides a water circulation temperature regulation system that uses corresponding pipelines to circulate and transport water to corresponding locations for temperature regulation. It does not cause pollution or noise to groundwater, and its structure is relatively simple, involving few electrical devices, and does not require dedicated personnel for routine maintenance. Attached Figure Description
[0014] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the invention and form part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the invention and, together with their descriptions, serve to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water circulation temperature regulation system according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underground storage tank in a water circulation temperature regulation system according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water distributor in a water circulation temperature regulation system according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a preheater in a water circulation temperature regulation system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation
[0019] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention.
[0020] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0021] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, article, or apparatus that includes that element.
[0022] Example 1:
[0023] Embodiment 1 of the present invention provides a water circulation temperature regulation system, such as Figure 1-4As shown, the system includes an underground storage tank 101, a water inlet pipe 106, a first temperature regulating pipe 107, a second temperature regulating pipe 108, a transfer storage tank 105, a drain pipe 110, a first heat exchange pipe 103, and a second heat exchange pipe 104. The underground storage tank 101 is located underground and contains a water pump 109. The water pump 109 is connected to the water inlet pipe 106. The water inlet pipe 106 is connected to the first temperature regulating pipe 107 and the second temperature regulating pipe 108. The first temperature regulating pipe 107 and the second temperature regulating pipe 108 are both connected to the transfer storage tank 105. The transfer storage tank 105 is connected to the underground storage tank 101 via the drain pipe 110. The inlet and outlet of the underground storage tank 101 are connected to the first heat exchange pipe 103 and the second heat exchange pipe 104, respectively. Both ends of the first heat exchange pipe 103 are connected to the drain pipe 110, and both ends of the second underground heat exchange pipe are connected to the water inlet pipe 106.
[0024] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the underground storage tank 101 includes a tank body 1. The tank body is divided into a preheating chamber 4 and a main storage chamber 5 by a partition 3. A preheating component is installed in the preheating chamber 4. A water distributor connected to the preheating component is installed in the main storage chamber 5. The water distributor is connected to a heat exchange component installed in the main storage chamber 5.
[0025] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the upper end of the preheating chamber 4 is provided with an inlet 6 of the underground storage tank 101, one end of the inlet 6 of the underground storage tank 101 is connected to the drain pipe 110, the lower end of the main storage chamber 5 is provided with an outlet 18 of the underground storage tank 101, the outlet 18 of the underground storage tank 101 is connected to the water supply pipe 106, and an inspection port 19 is also provided on the side of the tank body 1.
[0026] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the preheating assembly includes a preheater connecting pipe 7, a preheater 8, and an inner connecting pipe 9. One end of the preheater connecting pipe 7 is connected to the water inlet 6 of the underground storage tank 101, and the other end of the preheater connecting pipe 7 is connected to the inlet of the preheater 8. The outlet of the preheater 8 is connected to the inner connecting pipe 9, and the other end of the inner connecting pipe 9 is connected to the main storage chamber 5.
[0027] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the preheater 8 includes a preheating cavity 81 with a hollow cavity structure. The two ends of the preheating cavity 81 are connected to the preheater connecting pipe 7 and the inner connecting pipe 9 respectively. A plurality of outwardly protruding protrusions 82 are provided in the preheating cavity 81, and heating wires 83 are provided in the protrusions 82 respectively.
[0028] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the water distributor includes a water distributor connecting pipe 12, a water distribution plate 13, a connecting reinforcing block 14, water distribution holes 15, water distribution windows 16, and a status sensor 17. One end of the water distributor connecting pipe 12 is connected to the inner connecting pipe 9, and the bottom of the water distributor connecting pipe 12 is connected to the disc-shaped water distribution plate 13. The connecting reinforcing block 14 is located at the connection between the water distribution plate 13 and the water distributor connecting pipe 12. The upper and lower ends of the water distribution plate 13 are respectively provided with through-hole-shaped water distribution holes 15, which are evenly distributed on the upper and lower ends of the water distribution plate 13. The side end of the water distribution plate 13 is provided with multiple through-hole water distribution windows 16, which are evenly distributed on the side end of the water distribution plate 13. The status sensor 17 is located on the water distribution plate 13.
[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, the heat exchange assembly includes an inner heat exchange tube 11, which is disc-shaped and disposed on the inner wall of the tank 1. The outer surface of the tank 1 is also provided with a plurality of outwardly protruding outer heat exchange rings 2.
[0030] In the above scheme, the first temperature regulating pipe 107 is a spray cooling unit installed outdoors. The spray cooling unit includes a pressurizing pump installed in the water inlet pipe 106 and a spray water collection tank installed outdoors. The water outlet of the pressurizing pump is connected to the spray head, the spray water collection tank is connected to the spray water collection main pipe, the spray water collection main pipe is connected to the filter, and the filter is connected to the drain pipe 110.
[0031] The underground storage tank 101 is also connected to a water distribution module. The water distribution module includes a float switch and a water distribution pipe installed in the underground storage tank 101. The water distribution pipe is connected to the municipal water supply pipe, and the float switch controls the water distribution pipe.
[0032] The underground storage tank 101 is also connected to a solar hot water storage tank installed underground. The solar hot water storage tank is connected to a solar water circulation system via a solar hot water storage tank pressurization pump. The solar water circulation system includes multiple parallel heat collection pipes. Each heat collection pipe contains a polycarbonate panel, which is ochre in color and 8mm thick. From the inside out, each heat collection pipe consists of a reflective layer, a first black film, a polycarbonate panel, and a second black film.
[0033] When heating is required during winter, the first temperature regulating pipe 107 is a coiled structure installed indoors. It can transfer the higher temperature water in the underground storage tank 101 to the first temperature regulating pipe 107, thereby increasing the indoor temperature and effectively reducing the load on heating equipment such as air conditioners, underfloor heating, and heating furnaces, thus reducing the building's operating costs.
[0034] The underground storage tank 101 is also connected to an underground solar hot water storage tank. The solar hot water storage tank is connected to a solar water circulation system via a solar hot water storage tank pressurization pump. The solar water circulation system includes multiple parallel heat collection pipes, each containing a polycarbonate panel. The polycarbonate panel is ochre-colored and 8mm thick. From the inside out, each heat collection pipe consists of a reflective layer, a first black film, a polycarbonate panel, and a second black film. This application uses ochre-colored polycarbonate panels, which have the strongest heat storage capacity, reaching 192kJ·m⁻²d⁻¹. The reflective layer on the inner side of the polycarbonate panel increases sunlight reflection, and the addition of a first and second black film effectively improves its heat storage capacity.
[0035] During sunny days, when solar radiation and temperature rise, the solar water heater pressurization pump starts, and the water in the solar water heater enters the spacer cavity of the polycarbonate panel. After absorbing solar radiation and heat from the air, the water returns to the solar water heater. Through continuous water circulation, heat gradually accumulates in the solar water heater. At night, when the temperature inside the greenhouse drops to a certain level, the solar water heater pressurization pump starts, and the heat in the solar water heater is released through the water circulation as a supplementary heat source for the room.
[0036] Example 2:
[0037] In this embodiment, the similarities with those in Embodiment 1 will not be repeated. The differences are as follows: When it is summer and cooling is required, the first temperature regulating pipe 107 is an outdoor spray cooling unit. The spray cooling unit includes a pressure pump installed in the water inlet pipe 106, and the water outlet of the pressure pump is connected to the corresponding spray head.
[0038] The spray cooling unit also includes an outdoor spray water collection tank, which is connected to the main spray water collection pipe, which is connected to the filter, and the filter is connected to the drain pipe 110.
[0039] The underground storage tank 101 is also connected to a water distribution module, which includes a float switch and a water distribution pipe installed inside the underground storage tank 101. The water distribution pipe is connected to a municipal water supply pipe, and the float switch controls the water distribution pipe. Water is lost during the spraying cycle. When the water level in the underground storage tank 101 is insufficient, in this embodiment, when the water level in the underground storage tank 101 is below 1m, the water distribution pipe will automatically open to replenish the water in the underground storage tank 101 through the municipal water supply pipe.
[0040] The pressurization pump is a centrifugal pump with a head of 40-50m, a power of 1.1-1.1kW / h, and a flow rate of 50-55L / min; the spray head has a spray radius of 3-4m and a spray flow rate of 10-15L / min. In practical applications, the layout of the spray heads mainly considers the spray intensity of the effective area, the uniformity of the spray, and the flow rate of the spray head, which will not be elaborated further here.
[0041] This application was implemented in a city in South China. During the five months of high summer temperatures, at midday, to maintain an indoor temperature of 26-27℃, indoor air conditioners without spray cooling units needed to be set to 18℃, while those with spray cooling units only needed to be set to 24℃. The regulating system of this application requires less initial investment, has a long service life, low maintenance costs, and most of the equipment can be reused, reducing the power consumption of existing cooling equipment such as air conditioners and resulting in significant electricity savings.
[0042] This invention can serve as an auxiliary method for air conditioning and fan cooling in summer, effectively reducing indoor temperature while also saving water and electricity, embodying the concept of green environmental protection and demonstrating excellent application results. In winter, it can raise indoor temperature, effectively reducing the load on heating equipment such as air conditioners, underfloor heating, and boilers, thus lowering building operating costs.
[0043] Water is circulated and transported to the corresponding location through corresponding pipelines for temperature regulation; it will not cause pollution or noise to groundwater; and its structure is relatively simple, involving few electrical devices, and basically does not require dedicated personnel for routine maintenance.
[0044] The system is equipped with a solar water circulation system, which can use solar energy to heat the water in the underground storage tank 101 when there is good sunlight. At night, the water heated by solar energy can raise the temperature inside the greenhouse, further improving the utilization of energy around the building and significantly reducing the energy consumption required for indoor heating.
[0045] The protrusions in the underground storage tank 101 are multiple protrusions evenly spaced on the surface of the preheating chamber. The protrusions can expand the internal space of the preheating chamber, which facilitates the installation of the heating wire and is also conducive to heat conduction. This allows the heat generated by the heating wire to quickly enter the preheating chamber, reducing the load on the heating wire.
[0046] The underground storage tank 101 is equipped with a water distributor, which quickly and stably distributes the hot water at a certain temperature in the preheating chamber to the main storage chamber, thereby improving energy utilization efficiency.
[0047] The underground storage tank 101 is equipped with a preheater with multiple outward protrusions on its surface. Heating wires are installed in the protrusions. Under normal circumstances, they are not used. If the water temperature is low, the heating wires are activated to heat the water. The heated water is then pumped to the main storage chamber to meet the user's need for rapid temperature adjustment.
Claims
1. A water circulation temperature control system, characterized in that, The system includes an underground storage tank, a water supply pipe, a first temperature regulating pipe, a second temperature regulating pipe, a transfer storage tank, a drain pipe, a first heat exchange pipe, and a second heat exchange pipe. The underground storage tank is located underground and contains a water pump. The water pump is connected to the water supply pipe. The water supply pipe is connected to the first and second temperature regulating pipes. Both the first and second temperature regulating pipes are connected to the transfer storage tank. The transfer storage tank is connected to the underground storage tank via the drain pipe. The inlet and outlet of the underground storage tank are connected to the first and second heat exchange pipes, respectively. Both ends of the first heat exchange pipe are connected to the drain pipe, and both ends of the second heat exchange pipe are connected to the water supply pipe. The underground storage tank includes a tank body, which is divided into a preheating chamber and a main storage chamber by a partition. The preheating chamber is equipped with a preheating component, and the main storage chamber is equipped with a water distributor that communicates with the preheating component. The water distributor is connected to a heat exchange component located in the main storage chamber.
2. The water circulation temperature control system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the preheating chamber is provided with an underground storage tank inlet, one end of which is connected to a drain pipe. The lower end of the main storage chamber is provided with an underground storage tank outlet, which is connected to a water supply pipe. An inspection port is also provided on the side of the tank.
3. The water circulation temperature control system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The preheating assembly includes a preheater connecting pipe, a preheater, and an inner connecting pipe. One end of the preheater connecting pipe is connected to the water inlet of the underground storage tank, and the other end of the preheater connecting pipe is connected to the inlet of the preheater. The outlet of the preheater is connected to the inner connecting pipe, and the other end of the inner connecting pipe is connected to the main storage chamber.
4. The water circulation temperature control system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The preheater includes a preheating cavity with a hollow cavity structure. The two ends of the preheating cavity are connected to the preheater connecting pipe and the inner connecting pipe respectively. The preheating cavity is provided with a plurality of outward protrusions, and heating wires are provided in the protrusions respectively.
5. A water circulation temperature control system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The water distributor includes a water distributor connecting pipe, a water distribution plate, a connecting reinforcing block, water distribution holes, water distribution windows, and a status sensor. One end of the water distributor connecting pipe is connected to an inner connecting pipe, and the bottom of the water distributor connecting pipe is connected to a disc-shaped water distribution plate. The connecting reinforcing block is located at the connection between the water distribution plate and the water distributor connecting pipe. The upper and lower ends of the water distribution plate are respectively provided with through-hole-shaped water distribution holes, which are evenly distributed at the upper and lower ends of the water distribution plate. The side end of the water distribution plate is provided with multiple through-hole water distribution windows, which are evenly distributed at the side end of the water distribution plate. The status sensor is located on the water distribution plate.
6. The water circulation temperature control system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The heat exchange assembly includes an inner heat exchange tube, which is disc-shaped and disposed on the inner wall of the tank. The outer surface of the tank is also provided with a plurality of outwardly protruding outer heat exchange rings.