Automatic pressure relief air storage tank

By designing an automatic pressure relief air storage tank, the connecting components and pressure relief adjustment components are used to relax the closure of the gas storage tank, which solves the material fatigue problem caused by long-term operation of the gas storage tank, extends the service life and enhances the adaptability, and at the same time, reminds the components to detect leakage in a timely manner through pressure relief.

CN119594334AInactive Publication Date: 2025-03-11TAIZHOU GREEN ELECTRIC APPLIANCE MFG
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Application Number
CN202411838409.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-13
Publication Date
2025-03-11
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Technical Problem

The long-term continuous operation of the compressed air system will accelerate the fatigue of the gas storage tank material, causing the structural strength of the gas storage tank to decrease and increase the risk of rupture.

Method used

An automatic pressure relief air storage tank is designed, including an air storage tank, an automatic pressure relief unit and a pressure relief reminder assembly. The automatic pressure relief unit relaxes the closure of the tank through the communication component and the pressure relief adjustment component, alleviates material fatigue, and reminds the staff of the device to leak through the pressure relief reminder assembly.

Benefits of technology

It extends the service life of the gas storage tank, enhances the adaptability of the device, and promptly detects leakage through reminder function, avoiding equipment failure.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the field of air storage tanks, in particular to an automatic pressure relief air storage tank which comprises an air storage tank, and the air storage tank comprises a tank body, an output port formed in the tank body, an input port formed in the tank body and a blow-down valve arranged on the tank body; the automatic pressure relief unit comprises a communicating assembly arranged on the tank body, a pressure relief adjusting assembly arranged on the communicating assembly and a pressure relief reminding assembly arranged on the communicating assembly, and through cooperation of the communicating assembly and the pressure relief adjusting assembly, when the device is idle, sealing of the tank body and extrusion of a sealing part are released, and the pressure relief reminding assembly is used for reminding the pressure relief of the tank body. By arranging the pressure relief reminding assembly, fatigue of materials of the communicating assembly and the pressure relief adjusting assembly is relieved, the service life of the device is prolonged, meanwhile, through the pressure relief adjusting assembly, air pressure calibration in the tank body can be adjusted so as to adapt to compressors of different models, the adaptability of the device is enhanced, and through arrangement of the pressure relief reminding assembly, when the device leaks, the device is reminded to be closed. And sharp sound can be made through the alarm piece to remind workers.
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Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of air storage tanks, in particular to an automatic pressure relief air storage tank. Background Art

[0002] Air storage tanks play an important role in industrial and manufacturing processes. They usually work with compressors to store and release compressed gas, balance the air pressure in the compressed air system, ensure continuous and stable output gas, and avoid the impact of excessive or low air pressure on downstream production.

[0003] If the set pressure value of the air tank is lower than the exhaust pressure of the compressor, or the safety valve fails, the air tank will be overpressurized. Long-term continuous operation of the compressed air system will accelerate the fatigue of the air tank material, causing the structural strength of the air tank to decrease and increase the risk of rupture. Summary of the invention

[0004] In view of the problem in the above or prior art that long-term continuous operation of the compressed air system will accelerate the fatigue of the gas tank material, resulting in a decrease in the structural strength of the gas tank and an increased risk of rupture, the present invention is proposed.

[0005] Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide an automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: including, an air storage tank, the air storage tank includes a tank body, an output port arranged on the tank body, an input port arranged on the tank body, and a drain valve arranged on the tank body; an automatic pressure relief unit, the automatic pressure relief unit includes, a connecting component arranged on the tank body, a pressure relief adjustment component arranged on the connecting component, and a pressure relief reminder component arranged on the connecting component.

[0007] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the connecting component includes a connecting pipe arranged on the tank body, a connecting cavity arranged in the connecting pipe, and a connecting wall arranged in the connecting pipe.

[0008] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the pressure relief adjustment assembly includes a closing member arranged on the connecting pipe, a pressing member arranged on the connecting pipe, and a regulating member arranged on the connecting pipe.

[0009] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the closing member includes a sealing head arranged on the connecting pipe, a sealing block arranged on the sealing head and abutting against the connecting wall, and a connecting shaft arranged on the sealing block; the cross-sectional area of ​​the sealing head tends to gradually decrease from one end close to the tank body to the end away from the tank body, and a sealing groove matching the sealing head is arranged on the tank body; a first sealing ring is arranged on the sealing head to abut against the sealing groove, and a second sealing ring is arranged on the sealing block to abut against the connecting wall.

[0010] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the pressure member includes a connecting piece arranged on the blocking block, a pressure spring arranged on the connecting piece, and a pushing block arranged on the pressure spring; the pushing block has a polygonal shape, and the connecting cavity fits the shape of the pushing block.

[0011] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the adjusting member comprises a threaded shaft arranged on the connecting shaft, one end of the threaded shaft passes through one end of the connecting pipe from the connecting cavity and is rotatably connected to the connecting pipe, a knob arranged on the threaded shaft, and a sliding cavity arranged in the threaded shaft to cooperate with the connecting shaft; The pushing block is provided with an internal thread matching the threaded shaft.

[0012] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the pressure relief reminder component includes an alarm member arranged on the connecting pipe, a protective cover arranged on the connecting pipe, and a sealing film arranged on the connecting pipe.

[0013] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the alarm component includes an air intake chamber arranged on the connecting pipe, the air intake chamber is connected with the connecting chamber, an exhaust port arranged on the connecting pipe, a resonance chamber arranged on the connecting pipe, and a partition plate arranged on the exhaust port.

[0014] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the air inlet chamber, the exhaust port, and the resonance chamber are connected to each other, and the exhaust port is connected to the outside.

[0015] As a preferred solution of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention, the split piece is arranged in an inclined state, the side close to the air inlet cavity is at a low position, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the split piece gradually decreases towards the direction close to the air inlet cavity.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank of the present invention are as follows: the present invention relaxes the sealing of the tank body and the squeezing of the sealing part when the device is idle through the cooperation of the connecting component and the pressure relief adjustment component, reduces the fatigue of the materials of the connecting component and the pressure relief adjustment component, and extends the service life of the device. At the same time, through the pressure relief adjustment component, the air pressure calibration in the tank body can be adjusted to adapt to compressors of different models and enhance the adaptability of the device. Through the setting of the pressure relief reminder component, when the device leaks, a sharp sound will be emitted through the alarm component to remind the staff. At the same time, the airflow rushing out of the alarm component will break through the sealing film to prevent the staff from not hearing clearly due to being far away, and give the staff a visual prompt to remind them to inspect the device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other accompanying drawings can be obtained based on these accompanying drawings without paying creative work.

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0019] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the automatic pressure relief unit of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0020] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the connecting pipe of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the pressure relief adjustment component of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0022] Figure 5 For automatic pressure relief air tank Figure 3 A magnified view of the structure in the middle.

[0023] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the threaded shaft of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0024] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of the push block of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the alarm component of the automatic pressure relief air storage tank.

[0026] Fig. 9 For automatic pressure relief air tank Figure 8 Enlarged view of the structure at point B in the middle.

[0027] In the figure: 100, gas storage tank; 101, tank body; 101a, plugging groove; 102, output port; 103, input port; 104, drain valve; 200, automatic pressure relief unit; 201, connecting component; 201a, connecting pipe; 201b, connecting cavity; 201c, connecting wall; 202, pressure relief adjustment component; 202a, closure; 202a-1, plugging head; a, first sealing ring; 202a-2, plugging block; b, second sealing ring; 202a-3, connecting shaft; 20 2b, pressing part; 202b-1, connecting piece; 202b-2, pressing spring; 202b-3, pushing block; c, internal thread; 202c, adjusting part; 202c-1, threaded shaft; 202c-2, knob; 202c-3, sliding cavity; 203, pressure relief reminder component; 203a, alarm part; 203a-1, air inlet cavity; 203a-2, exhaust port; 203a-3, resonance cavity; 203a-4, dividing piece; 203b, protective cover; 203c, sealing film. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0029] Example 1, reference Figure 1 , is the first embodiment of the present invention, which provides an automatic pressure relief air storage tank, comprising, an air storage tank 100, the air storage tank 100 comprising a tank body 101 for storing compressed air, an output port 102 provided on the tank body 101 for outputting compressed air, an input port 103 provided on the tank body 101 for delivering compressed air to the tank body 101, the input port 103 on the tank body 101 is located lower than the output port 102, and is used to reduce air flow pulsation in the pipeline, making the air flow more stable, thereby stabilizing the pressure of the pipe network system and reducing liquid reflux, and a drain valve 104 provided on the tank body 101 for discharging condensed water in the tank body 101; The automatic pressure relief unit 200 includes a connecting component 201 arranged on the tank body 101, which is used to connect the tank body 101 and relieve the pressure of the tank body 101 when the tank body 101 is over-pressured; a pressure relief adjustment component 202 arranged on the connecting component 201, which is used to control the closure of the tank body 101; and a pressure relief reminder component 203 arranged on the connecting component 201, which is used to control the flow path of the gas when the device is relieved of pressure and to remind the staff.

[0030] In summary, when the device is used, the device is connected to the air compression system through the output port 102 and the input port 103. At this time, the pressure relief adjustment component 202 is controlled to close the tank body 101 and adjust it to a reasonable pressure relief value. At this time, the air compression system can be started to work; When the device is over-pressurized or compressed air leaks due to material fatigue, the compressed air will push open the pressure relief adjustment component 202. At this time, the connecting component 201 is connected to the inner wall of the tank body 101, and the compressed air flows out from the connecting component 201 and flows to the outside through the pressure relief reminder component 203. In this process, when the compressed air flows through the pressure relief reminder component 203, a loud noise will be emitted, and the pressure relief reminder component 203 will be damaged, reminding the staff that a leak has occurred.

[0031] Example 2, reference Figure 1-Figure 7 , which is the second embodiment of the present invention, and is different from the previous embodiment in that: the closure of the automatic pressure relief unit 200 is controlled to slow down the speed of material fatigue. Compared with embodiment 1, further, the connecting component 201 includes a connecting pipe 201a disposed on the tank body 101, a connecting cavity 201b disposed in the connecting pipe 201a for communicating with the tank body 101, a channel for compressed air flow, and a connecting wall 201c disposed in the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to cooperate with the pressure relief adjustment component 202 to strengthen the sealing of the tank body 101 to prevent leakage when the device is used.

[0032] Among them, the pressure relief adjustment component 202 includes a closing piece 202a arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to close the flow channel when the compressed air leaks, a pressure piece 202b arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to control the force of the closing piece 202a to close the tank body 101, so as to achieve the purpose of controlling the rated pressure of the tank body 101 and adapting to compressors of different powers, and an adjusting piece 202c arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to control the thrust of the pressure piece 202b.

[0033] The sealing member 202a includes a sealing head 202a-1 disposed on the connecting pipe 201a, used to abut against the tank body 101 to close the passage for the compressed air to be released, a sealing block 202a-2 disposed on 201a-1 and abutting against the connecting wall 201c, used to further enhance the sealing effect and prevent the normal use of the device from being affected, and a connecting shaft 202a-3 disposed on the sealing block 202a-2, used to cooperate with the pressing member 202b to move; The cross-sectional area of ​​the plugging head 202a-1 gradually decreases from one end close to the tank body 101 to the other end. The tank body 101 is provided with a plugging groove 101a that matches the plugging head 202a-1, so that the contact area with the tank body 101 can be increased to enhance the sealing effect. A first sealing ring a is provided on the sealing head 202a-1 to abut against the sealing groove 101a, and a second sealing ring b is provided on the sealing block 202a-2 to abut against the connecting wall 201c, so as to close the small gap between the sealing head 202a-1 and the sealing groove 101a and enhance the sealing performance.

[0034] The pressing member 202b includes a connecting piece 202b-1 disposed on the blocking block 202a-2, a pressing spring 202b-2 disposed on the connecting piece 202b-1, and a pushing block 202b-3 disposed on the pressing spring 202b-2. The connecting piece 202b-1 is used to cooperate with the pushing block 202b-3 to press the connecting shaft 202a-3 through the pressing spring 202b-2, so that the blocking head 202a-1 is tightly against the blocking groove 101a, and the blocking block 202a-2 is tightly against the connecting wall 201c. The push block 202b-3 has a polygonal shape, and the connecting cavity 201b fits the shape of the push block 202b-3, which plays a role of limited sliding, preventing the pressure spring 202b-2 from twisting and affecting the pressure on the blocking block 202a-2.

[0035] The adjusting member 202c includes a threaded shaft 202c-1 disposed on the connecting shaft 202a-3, used to support the connecting shaft 202a-3 and the pushing block 202b-3, one end of the threaded shaft 202c-1 passes through one end of the connecting pipe 201a from the connecting cavity 201b, and is rotatably connected to the connecting pipe 201a, a knob 202c-2 disposed on the threaded shaft 202c-1, used to control the rotation of the threaded shaft 202c-1, and a sliding cavity 202c-3 disposed in the threaded shaft 202c-1 to cooperate with the connecting shaft 202a-3, used to cooperate with the back and forth movement of the connecting shaft 202a-3 to facilitate the outflow of compressed air when the compressed air inside the tank body 101 is over-pressured and the plugging head 202a-1 is pushed open; The pushing block 202b-3 is provided with an internal thread c that cooperates with the threaded shaft 202c-1, which is used to cooperate with the rotation of the threaded shaft 202c-1 to move back and forth on the threaded shaft 202c-1, push and pull the pressure spring 202b-2, control whether the blocking block 202a-2 is abutted and sealed with the connecting wall 201c, and the size of the abutment pressure, thereby controlling the maximum pressure of the compressed air in the tank body 101, thereby achieving the purpose of adjusting the amount of compressed air contained.

[0036] The rest of the structure is the same as that of Example 1.

[0037] In summary, after the device is connected to the air compression system through the output port 102 and the output port 102, the knob 202c-2 is turned to drive the threaded shaft 202c-1 to rotate. At this time, the pushing block 202b-3 moves on the threaded shaft 202c-1, compressing the pressing spring 202b-2, and pushing the blocking block 202a-2 to abut against the connecting wall 201c through the connecting piece 202b-1. At this time, the blocking head 202a-1 abuts against the blocking groove 101a. At this time, the first sealing ring a and the second sealing ring b further enhance the sealing effect. At this time, the knob 202c-2 is continued to be turned to continue to strengthen the thrust of the pushing block 202b-3 until it increases to the target value. At this time, the air compression system can be started. At the same time, the pressure of the connecting piece 202b-1 on 201a-2 can be controlled by turning the knob 202c-2, thereby controlling the pressure of the compressed air in the tank body 101. The pressure can be matched with different types of air compression systems in turn to improve the applicability of the device; When the device is not used or is idle, the compressed air in the tank body 101 is released through the output port 102, and the condensed water in the tank body 101 is drained through the drain valve 104. At this time, the knob 202c-2 is turned to drive the threaded shaft 202c-1 to reverse. At this time, the push block 202b-3 moves toward the direction close to the knob 202c-2. At this time, the pressure spring 202b-2 is released as the pressure spring 202b-2 moves. At this time, the pressure of the connecting piece 202b-1 on 201a-2 gradually decreases until the pressure spring 202b-2 is completely released. At this time, the blocking block 202a-2 has no pressure on the connecting wall 201c, preventing the device parts from being under high pressure for a long time and accelerating material fatigue.

[0038] Example 3, reference Figure 1-Figure 9 , which is the second embodiment of the present invention, and is different from the previous embodiment in that: when the tank 101 leaks, the staff is reminded. Compared with embodiment 1, further, the pressure relief reminder component 203 includes an alarm 203a arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to make a sound when compressed air leaks to remind the staff, a protective cover 203b arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to protect the alarm 203a and prevent the alarm 203a from being blocked, and a sealing film 203c arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, which is used to rupture when impacted by the leaked compressed air, so as to visually remind the staff.

[0039] Among them, the alarm component 203a includes an air intake chamber 203a-1 arranged on the connecting pipe 201a, the air intake chamber 203a-1 is connected with the connecting chamber 201b and is used for the flow of compressed air, an exhaust port 203a-2 arranged on the connecting pipe 201a and is used for the discharge of compressed air, a resonance chamber 203a-3 arranged on the connecting pipe 201a and is used for the entry of compressed air to produce backflow, and a dividing piece 203a-4 arranged on the exhaust port 203a-2 and is used to cut the compressed air and separate the airflow into two alternately split vortices to form air layer pulsation, and then generate and amplify sound through the resonance of the resonance chamber 203a-3, so as to achieve the purpose of reminding the staff to come and check.

[0040] The air inlet cavity 203a-1, the exhaust port 203a-2, and the resonance cavity 203a-3 are connected to each other, and the exhaust port 203a-2 is connected to the outside.

[0041] Among them, the dividing piece 203a-4 is set to be in an inclined state, with the side close to the air inlet cavity 203a-1 being at a low position, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the dividing piece 203a-4 gradually decreases towards the air inlet cavity 203a-1, so as to facilitate the cutting of the airflow and stably generate vortices to ensure that the sound can be emitted normally.

[0042] The rest of the structure is the same as that of Example 2.

[0043] In summary, when the tank body 101 has overpressure or material fatigue causing compressed gas leakage, at this time, the compressed air will push open the sealing head 202a-1 and enter the connecting cavity 201b from the sealing groove 101a. At this time, the compressed air enters the air inlet cavity 203a-1. When it is discharged through the resonance cavity 203a-3, the compressed air is divided by the dividing piece 203a-4 and divided into two air flows. One of the air flows enters the resonance cavity 203a-3, forming a backflow and colliding with the other air flow. After being amplified by the resonance cavity 203a-3, a violent sound will be generated, reminding the staff that the device has leaked. At this time, when the compressed air rushes out through the exhaust port 203a-2, it will break the sealing film 203c, giving the staff a visual reminder.

[0044] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions of the present invention may be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, which should all be included in the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automatic pressure relief air storage tank, characterized in that: include, A gas storage tank (100), the gas storage tank (100) comprising a tank body (101), an output port (102) arranged on the tank body (101), an input port (103) arranged on the tank body (101), and a drain valve (104) arranged on the tank body (101); An automatic pressure relief unit (200) comprising a connecting component (201) arranged on the tank body (101), a pressure relief adjustment component (202) arranged on the connecting component (201), and a pressure relief reminder component (203) arranged on the connecting component (201).

2. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting component (201) comprises a connecting pipe (201a) arranged on the tank body (101), a connecting cavity (201b) arranged in the connecting pipe (201a), and a connecting wall (201c) arranged in the connecting pipe (201a).

3. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pressure relief adjustment component (202) comprises a sealing member (202a) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), a pressing member (202b) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), and a regulating member (202c) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a).

4. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: The closing member (202a) comprises a plugging head (202a-1) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), a plugging block (202a-2) arranged on the plugging head (202a-1) and abutting against the connecting wall (201c), and a connecting shaft (202a-3) arranged on the plugging block (202a-2); The cross-sectional area of ​​the plugging head (202a-1) shows a trend of gradually decreasing from an end close to the tank body (101) to an end far from the tank body (101), and a plugging groove (101a) matching the plugging head (202a-1) is provided on the tank body (101); The blocking head (202a-1) is provided with a first sealing ring (a) abutting against the blocking groove (101a), and the blocking block (202a-2) is provided with a second sealing ring (b) abutting against the connecting wall (201c).

5. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 4, characterized in that: The pressing member (202b) comprises a connecting piece (202b-1) arranged on the blocking block (202a-2), a pressing spring (202b-2) arranged on the connecting piece (202b-1), and a pushing block (202b-3) arranged on the pressing spring (202b-2); The push block (202b-3) has a polygonal shape, and the connecting cavity (201b) fits the shape of the push block (202b-3).

6. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 5, characterized in that: The adjusting member (202c) comprises a threaded shaft (202c-1) arranged on the connecting shaft (202a-3), one end of the threaded shaft (202c-1) passing through one end of the connecting tube (201a) from the connecting cavity (201b) and being rotatably connected to the connecting tube (201a), a knob (202c-2) arranged on the threaded shaft (202c-1), and a sliding cavity (202c-3) arranged in the threaded shaft (202c-1) and cooperating with the connecting shaft (202a-3); The pushing block (202b-3) is provided with an internal thread (c) that matches the threaded shaft (202c-1).

7. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 6, characterized in that: The pressure relief reminder component (203) comprises an alarm component (203a) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), a protective sleeve (203b) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), and a sealing film (203c) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a).

8. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 7, characterized in that: The alarm component (203a) comprises an air intake chamber (203a-1) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), the air intake chamber (203a-1) being connected to the connecting chamber (201b), an exhaust port (203a-2) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), a resonance chamber (203a-3) arranged on the connecting pipe (201a), and a partition plate (203a-4) arranged on the exhaust port (203a-2).

9. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 8, characterized in that: The air inlet cavity (203a-1), the exhaust port (203a-2), and the resonance cavity (203a-3) are connected to each other, and the exhaust port (203a-2) is connected to the outside.

10. The automatic pressure relief air storage tank according to claim 9, characterized in that: The partition piece (203a-4) is arranged in an inclined state, with the side close to the air inlet cavity (203a-1) being at a low position, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the partition piece (203a-4) gradually decreasing in a direction close to the air inlet cavity (203a-1).