Offshore emergency distillation device

By designing a marine emergency distillation device with a water storage cup and an air bladder, the problems of inconvenience and low efficiency of marine emergency distillation devices have been solved, enabling efficient and stable acquisition of freshwater resources, and making it suitable for marine emergencies.

CN223737746UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-30CCCC THIRD HARBOR ENGINEERING CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520021808.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-03
Publication Date
2025-12-30
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-03

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Technical Problem

Existing marine emergency distillation equipment suffers from problems such as being inconvenient to carry, occupying a large space, and having low distillation efficiency. In particular, it is difficult to effectively obtain freshwater resources without preparing rigid containers in advance.

Method used

An emergency marine distillation device was designed, comprising a water storage cup and an air bladder. The air bladder is injected with seawater and gas through a valve, and the seawater is heated by sunlight for distillation. A counterweight at the bottom of the water storage cup increases stability, and the air bladder is black to improve heat absorption efficiency. The water inlet design increases the efficiency of distilled water collection.

Benefits of technology

It enables efficient distillation of fresh water in a confined space, reduces carrying burden, improves distillation speed and stability, avoids fire hazards, and is suitable for obtaining fresh water in emergency situations at sea.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an offshore emergency distillation device which comprises a water storage cup, a water collecting port arranged at the upper end of the water storage cup and an air bag, the air bag is of a hollow structure, a first valve and a second valve are arranged on the air bag, the air bag is arranged at one end of the water storage cup and wraps the top end of the water storage cup, and the top end of the air bag is located above the water collecting port. Based on the device, the air bag is inflated and seawater is injected into the air bag through the first valve, when the air bag absorbs enough heat to distill seawater in the air bag, the seawater can be evaporated upwards, then when the air bag touches the top end, the seawater falls into the water storage cup through the water collecting opening, and then fresh water resources are obtained. By utilizing the flexibility of the air bag, the air bag can be stored into a very small volume when not in use, so that the occupied space of the whole distillation device is saved, and the distillation device can accommodate more seawater after being unfolded under the condition of occupying a small space.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of maritime emergency survival, specifically to a maritime emergency distillation device. Background Technology

[0002] When encountering an emergency at sea and needing to escape or survive, fresh water is an essential survival resource. Therefore, it is necessary to distill seawater to obtain the fresh water resources necessary for survival.

[0003] Current traditional emergency distillation methods rely on basins, bowls, or other containers and plastic sheets to distill seawater to obtain fresh water. However, without prior preparation of these materials, the distillation results are often unsatisfactory. Furthermore, land-based distillation apparatus relies on fire sources, posing safety hazards, and is dependent on rigid equipment. Additionally, these rigid containers are not only heavy but also take up considerable space, increasing the burden on survivors during survival operations. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a marine emergency distillation device.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a marine emergency distillation device, which includes: a water storage cup, a water inlet at the upper end of the water storage cup, and an air bladder. The air bladder has a hollow structure and is equipped with a first valve and a second valve. The air bladder is located at one end of the water storage cup and covers the top of the water storage cup. The top of the air bladder is located above the water inlet.

[0006] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: the air bladder is a black air bladder.

[0007] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following features: the air bladder includes an upper air bladder and a lower air bladder, the upper air bladder covers the top of the water storage cup, the lower air bladder is located below the upper air bladder, and the inner cavity of the lower air bladder is isolated from the inner cavity of the upper air bladder.

[0008] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following features: the top of the upper airbag is fixed to the top of the water storage cup by a fastener, and the bottom of the upper airbag and the lower airbag are fixed to the side wall of the water storage cup by a fastener.

[0009] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following features: a first valve is located at the top of the upper air bladder, and a second valve is located at the bottom of the lower air bladder.

[0010] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: the opening of the water inlet extends outward.

[0011] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following feature: a counterweight is provided at the bottom of the water storage cup.

[0012] The marine emergency distillation device provided by this utility model may also have the following features: a straw is provided inside the water storage cup, and the top of the air bladder is fixed to the side wall of the straw.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] This invention relates to a marine emergency distillation device, comprising a water storage cup and an air bladder. The water storage cup has a collection port at its top, and the air bladder is hollow, with a first valve and a second valve mounted on it. The air bladder is positioned at one end of the water storage cup, covering its top, with its top positioned above the collection port. Based on this marine emergency distillation device, the air bladder is inflated and filled with seawater through the first valve. The air bladder is then fixed to the water storage cup, covering its top, so that its top is above the collection port. Therefore, when the air bladder absorbs sufficient heat to distill the seawater inside, it evaporates upwards and, upon reaching its top, falls into the water storage cup through the collection port, thus providing fresh water. In this device, the air bladder's expandability allows it to be stored in a very small volume when not in use, saving space in the entire distillation device, while allowing it to hold a large amount of seawater when deployed in a small space. In addition, the airbag is elastic and will not expand or contract due to the high temperature of the gas, thus preventing damage to the container.

[0015] In addition, the gasbag is black, which can increase heat absorption efficiency and improve distillation speed during use.

[0016] Furthermore, the airbag comprises an upper airbag and a lower airbag. The upper airbag surrounds the top of the water storage cup, and the lower airbag is positioned below the upper airbag, with the inner cavity of the lower airbag isolated from that of the upper airbag. The upper airbag is injected with seawater or gas through a first valve, while the lower airbag is injected with gas through a second valve. This design allows the lower airbag to insulate the seawater inside the upper airbag from the seawater below it when used at sea, ensuring that the upper airbag can effectively heat the seawater inside and preventing the distillation rate of the seawater inside the upper airbag from being slowed down by the low temperature of the outside seawater.

[0017] In addition, the water inlet at the top of the water storage cup extends outward, increasing the opening area of ​​the water inlet and allowing more distilled water on the inner surface of the airbag top to enter the water storage cup.

[0018] In addition, a counterweight is installed at the bottom of the water storage cup, which can stabilize the water storage cup on the sea surface and prevent seawater from entering the water storage cup when the waves surge, thus increasing the stability of the entire distillation device.

[0019] Furthermore, the water reservoir is equipped with a straw, which allows users to easily drink the water and also blow air into the device. Additionally, the tip of the air bladder is fixed to the side wall of the straw, which also provides a fixing point for the tip of the air bladder, ensuring it is securely positioned above the water inlet. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the marine emergency distillation device in this embodiment;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the other side of the marine emergency distillation device in this embodiment;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the marine emergency distillation device in this embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the technical problems solved, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model 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 of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0024] The marine emergency distillation device of this embodiment is used by survivors in emergency situations or maritime disasters at sea to obtain fresh water through seawater distillation. It is a simple and easy-to-operate emergency lifesaving device.

[0025] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the marine emergency distillation device includes a water storage cup 10, a straw 20, and an airbag 30.

[0026] The water storage cup 10 is a container for holding distilled fresh water. A counterweight 11 is provided at the bottom of the water storage cup 10 to increase its stability on the sea surface. A water inlet 12 is provided at the top of the water storage cup 10. The sidewalls of the water inlet 12 extend outwards to increase its opening area.

[0027] The straw 20 is inserted into the water reservoir 10, extending to the bottom of the reservoir 10, allowing the user to drink directly. Alternatively, an external rubber straw can be attached for even more convenient drinking. Additionally, the user can use the straw 20 to blow air into the water reservoir 10 or the air bladder 20 to apply pressure.

[0028] The airbag 30 is a black airbag with a hollow internal structure, which can be stored and deployed when inflated and deflated. The black airbag includes an upper airbag 31 and a lower airbag 32 located at the bottom of the upper airbag 31.

[0029] The upper airbag 31 covers the upper part of the water storage cup 10. The top of the upper airbag 31 is secured to the side wall of the straw 10 by the upper fixing member 33 and is located above the water inlet 12. The bottom of the upper airbag 31 and the lower airbag 32 are fixed to the side wall of the water storage cup 10 by the lower fixing member 34.

[0030] A first valve 35 is provided at the top of the upper airbag 31, and a second valve 36 is provided at the bottom of the lower airbag 32. Seawater or gas is injected into the upper airbag 31 through the first valve 35; gas is injected into the lower airbag 32 through the second valve 36.

[0031] The upper airbag 31 and the lower airbag 32 are separated by an internal cavity design. After being filled with gas, the gas between the upper airbag 31 and the lower airbag 32 is not connected. The lower airbag 32 is used to isolate the seawater from the upper airbag 31.

[0032] The working principle of this marine emergency distillation device is as follows:

[0033] Gas is injected into the lower airbag 32 through the second valve 36, while seawater is injected into the upper airbag 31 through the first valve 35. After a certain amount of seawater is filled, air is blown into the upper airbag 31 through the first valve 35, causing the entire upper airbag 31 to expand. Then, under the external heat source or sunlight, the seawater inside the upper airbag 31 evaporates and moves upward, contacting the inner surface of the top of the upper airbag 31. Finally, it flows into the water storage cup 10 through the water inlet 12, thus obtaining distilled drinkable fresh water.

[0034] This marine emergency distillation device can be used not only on land islands but also on the sea.

[0035] The marine emergency distillation device according to the above embodiment includes a water storage cup and an air bladder. The water storage cup has a water inlet at its top, and the air bladder has a hollow structure with a first valve and a second valve. The air bladder is located at one end of the water storage cup, covering its top, with the top of the air bladder positioned above the water inlet. Based on this marine emergency distillation device, the air bladder is inflated and filled with seawater through the first valve. The air bladder is then fixed to the water storage cup, covering its top, so that the top of the air bladder is above the water inlet. Therefore, when the air bladder absorbs sufficient heat to distill the seawater inside, it evaporates upwards and, upon touching its top, falls into the water storage cup through the water inlet, thus obtaining fresh water. In this device, the air bladder's expandability allows it to be stored in a very small volume when not in use, saving space in the entire distillation device, and allowing it to hold a large amount of seawater when deployed in a small space. In addition, the airbag is elastic and will not expand or contract due to the high temperature of the gas, thus preventing damage to the container.

[0036] In addition, the gasbag is black, which can increase heat absorption efficiency and improve distillation speed during use.

[0037] Furthermore, the airbag comprises an upper airbag and a lower airbag. The upper airbag surrounds the top of the water storage cup, and the lower airbag is positioned below the upper airbag, with the inner cavity of the lower airbag isolated from that of the upper airbag. The upper airbag is injected with seawater or gas through a first valve, while the lower airbag is injected with gas through a second valve. This design allows the lower airbag to insulate the seawater inside the upper airbag from the seawater below it when used at sea, ensuring that the upper airbag can effectively heat the seawater inside and preventing the distillation rate of the seawater inside the upper airbag from being slowed down by the low temperature of the outside seawater.

[0038] In addition, the water inlet at the top of the water storage cup extends outward, increasing the opening area of ​​the water inlet and allowing more distilled water on the inner surface of the airbag top to enter the water storage cup.

[0039] In addition, a counterweight is installed at the bottom of the water storage cup, which can stabilize the water storage cup on the sea surface and prevent seawater from entering the water storage cup when the waves surge, thus increasing the stability of the entire distillation device.

[0040] Furthermore, the water reservoir is equipped with a straw, which allows users to easily drink the water and also blow air into the device. Additionally, the tip of the air bladder is fixed to the side wall of the straw, which also provides a fixing point for the tip of the air bladder, ensuring it is securely positioned above the water inlet.

[0041] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, if such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this application and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A marine emergency distilling unit, characterised in that, The device comprises: a water storage cup, the upper end of which is provided with a water collecting opening, an air bag, which is a hollow structure, and is provided with a first valve and a second valve, wherein the air bag is arranged at one end of the water storage cup and wraps around the top end of the water storage cup, the top end of the air bag is located above the water collecting opening.

2. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 1, wherein: the air bag is a black air bag.

3. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 2, wherein: the air bag comprises an upper air bag and a lower air bag, the upper air bag wraps around the top end of the water storage cup, the lower air bag is arranged below the upper air bag, and the inner cavity of the lower air bag is arranged in isolation from the inner cavity of the upper air bag.

4. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 3, wherein: the top of the upper air bag is bound above the water storage cup by a fixing member, the bottom of the upper air bag and the lower air bag are bound on the side wall of the water storage cup by a fixing member.

5. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 3, wherein: the first valve is arranged at the top end of the upper air bag, the second valve is arranged at the bottom of the lower air bag.

6. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 1, wherein: the opening of the water collecting opening is arranged to extend outward.

7. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 1, wherein: the bottom of the water storage cup is provided with a counterweight.

8. The marine emergency distillation device according to claim 1, wherein: a straw is arranged in the water storage cup, and the top end of the air bag is fixed on the side wall of the straw.