A water supply regulating system

Abstract

This application provides a water supply regulation system for domestic and industrial water supply, comprising: a main pipeline; at least two sets of water tank groups, each set connected in series to the main pipeline, each set including at least two water tanks, adjacent water tanks being interconnected, one of the at least two water tanks being connected to the main pipeline via a first control branch, and the remaining water tanks being connected to the main pipeline via a second control branch, wherein when one of the first and second control branches is open, the other is closed; and a controller electrically connected to both the first and second control branches. The water supply regulation system of this application controls the different opening and closing states of the first and second control branches through the controller, enabling a balanced dynamic regulation of water flow between different water tank groups to meet the water demand of different areas; furthermore, the pipeline structure design of the water supply regulation system of this application is simple, saving material and labor costs for pipeline laying.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of water use and supply, and more particularly to a water supply regulation system. Background Technology

[0002] In production and daily life, traditional water supply systems use a main pipeline branching into multiple branch pipes connected to corresponding water storage tanks to supply water to different areas in a unidirectional manner. When different areas have different water demands, traditional water supply systems can often only adjust the water supply in one direction through a single branch pipe, failing to achieve precise and balanced dynamic adjustment of the entire system. Furthermore, traditional pipelines involve laying a large number of pipes, resulting in a waste of material and labor costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the current limitations of precise and balanced dynamic regulation in water supply systems, as well as the waste of material and labor costs caused by the extensive laying of traditional pipelines, this application provides a water supply regulation system.

[0004] This application provides a water supply regulation system, the water supply regulation system comprising:

[0005] Supervisor Road;

[0006] At least two sets of water tanks are connected in series to the main pipeline. Each set of water tanks includes at least two water tanks, and two adjacent water tanks are connected to each other. One of the at least two water tanks is connected to the main pipeline through a first control branch, and the remaining water tanks are connected to the main pipeline through a second control branch. When one of the first control branch and the second control branch is turned on, the other is turned off.

[0007] The controller is electrically connected to the first control branch and the second control branch, respectively.

[0008] The first control branch includes a water pump, and the second control branch includes an electric valve. The water pump and the electric valve are electrically connected to the controller, respectively.

[0009] The electric valve is normally open; when the water pump starts, the electric valve closes, and the liquid in the water tank connected to the first control branch flows to the main pipeline through the first control branch.

[0010] The first control branch further includes a first butterfly valve, which is installed on both the upstream and downstream sides of the water pump and is electrically connected to the controller.

[0011] The first control branch further includes a first check valve, which is located at one end of the first control branch near the main pipeline.

[0012] The second control branch further includes a second butterfly valve, with the second butterfly valve respectively installed on the upstream and downstream sides of the electric valve, and the second butterfly valve is electrically connected to the controller.

[0013] The water supply regulation system further includes an auxiliary branch, which is equipped with a third butterfly valve. The auxiliary branch is connected in parallel at both ends of the second control branch, and the third butterfly valve is electrically connected to the controller.

[0014] The water tank is equipped with a level gauge, and the controller is electrically connected to the level gauge.

[0015] The controller includes a demand module, which is used to set the priority of water demand in the water tank, and the demand module is electrically connected to the level gauge.

[0016] The water tank is equipped with a water pressure sensor, which is used to detect the liquid pressure in the water tank. The controller is electrically connected to the water pressure sensor.

[0017] The water tank is equipped with a water flow sensor, which is used to detect the liquid flow rate in the water tank. The controller is electrically connected to the water flow sensor.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present application has the following advantages: The water supply regulation system of the present application controls the different opening and closing states of the first control branch and the second control branch through the controller, so that the water flow between different water tank groups forms a dynamic regulation of overall balance, which meets the water demand of different areas; and the pipeline structure design of the water supply regulation system of the present application is simple, saving the material cost and labor cost of pipeline laying. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a water supply regulation system according to an exemplary embodiment. Attached Figure Description

[0022] 100. First water tank group; 101. First water tank; 102. Second water tank; 103. Level gauge a; 104. Level gauge c; 110. First control branch a; 111. Water pump a; 112. First butterfly valve a; 113. First butterfly valve c; 114. First check valve a; 120. Second control branch a; 121. Electric valve a; 122. Second butterfly valve a; 123. Second butterfly valve c; 130. Auxiliary branch a; 131. Third butterfly valve a; 140. Connecting branch a;

[0023] 200. Second water tank group; 201. Third water tank; 202. Fourth water tank; 203. Level gauge b; 204. Level gauge d; 210. First control branch b; 211. Water pump b; 212. First butterfly valve b; 213. First butterfly valve d; 214. First check valve b; 220. Second control branch b; 221. Electric valve b; 222. Second butterfly valve b; 223. Second butterfly valve d; 230. Auxiliary branch b; 231. Third butterfly valve b; 240. Connecting branch b;

[0024] 300, Main Road. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be arbitrarily combined with each other.

[0026] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] This application provides a water supply regulation system, comprising: a main pipeline; at least two sets of water tank groups, each set connected in series to the main pipeline, each set including at least two water tanks, adjacent water tanks being interconnected, one of the at least two water tanks being connected to the main pipeline via a first control branch, and the remaining water tanks being connected to the main pipeline via a second control branch, wherein when one of the first and second control branches is open, the other is closed; and a controller electrically connected to both the first and second control branches. The water supply regulation system of this application controls the different opening and closing states of the first and second control branches through the controller, enabling a balanced dynamic regulation of water flow among different water tank groups to meet the water demand of different areas; furthermore, the pipeline structure design of the water supply regulation system of this application is simple, saving material and labor costs for pipeline laying.

[0028] According to an exemplary embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, this application provides a water supply regulation system, including a first water tank group 100, a second water tank group 200, a main pipeline 300, and a controller (not shown in the figure).

[0029] The first water tank group 100 and the second water tank group 200 are connected in series to the main pipeline 300. In this embodiment, two water tank groups are connected in series with the main pipeline. In other embodiments, multiple water tank groups can be connected in series with the main pipeline to enrich the application scenarios of this application and realize dynamic adjustment of water supply to more different water use areas.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, the first water tank group 100 includes a first water tank 101 and a second water tank 102. The first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102 are directly connected through a connecting branch a140, so the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102 are at the same liquid level. The first water tank 101 is connected to the main pipeline 300 through a first control branch a110, and the second water tank 102 is connected to the main pipeline 300 through a second control branch a120. The first control branch a110 and the second control branch a120 are respectively electrically connected to the controller.

[0031] When the second water tank group 200 needs water replenishment, in addition to the main pipeline 300 replenishing it, the first control branch a110 is opened and the second control branch a120 is closed, allowing water from the first water tank 101 to enter the second water tank group 200 through the first control branch a110 to replenish the second water tank group 200 and achieve overall balanced regulation of water flow between different water tank groups. When the first water tank group 100 needs water replenishment, the first control branch a110 is closed and the second control branch a120 is opened, allowing water flow from the second water tank group 200 and the main pipeline 300 to enter the second water tank 102 through the second control branch a120. Since the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102 have the same liquid level, the common water demand of the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102 can be met, thus replenishing the first water tank group 100. This application enables the water flow between the first water tank group 100 and the second water tank group 200 to replenish each other. Unlike traditional pipelines that only provide unidirectional replenishment through the main pipeline, the water supply regulation system of this application forms a dynamic regulation with overall balance.

[0032] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 As shown, the first control branch a110 includes a water pump a111, and the second control branch a120 includes an electric valve a121. The water pump a111 and the electric valve a121 are electrically connected to the controller, and are linked for control. Under normal circumstances, the electric valve a121 is in the normally open state. When water needs to be added to the second water tank group 200, the water pump a111 starts, and the electric valve a121 closes in conjunction. Water from the first water tank 101 can flow through the first control branch a110 to the main pipeline 300, and further into the second water tank group 200. By setting the water pump a111 on the first control branch a110 and the electric valve a121 on the second control branch a120 for linked control, water from the first water tank group 100 can be controlled to flow quickly and accurately into the main pipeline 300, thereby completing the replenishment of water to other water tank groups.

[0033] like Figure 1As shown, the first control branch a110 also includes a first butterfly valve a112 and a first butterfly valve c113. The first butterfly valve a112 is installed on the side of water pump a111 closest to the first water tank 101 (which can be considered the upstream side of water pump a111), and the first butterfly valve c113 is installed on the side of water pump a111 closest to the main pipeline 300 (which can be considered the downstream side of water pump a111). The first butterfly valves a112 and c113 are electrically connected to the controller. By installing the first butterfly valves a112 and c113, when water pump a111 malfunctions or requires maintenance, the first control branch a110 can be shut off first, and then water pump a111 can be disassembled for replacement or maintenance. Since the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102 have the same liquid level, the replacement or maintenance of water pump a111 does not affect the use and replenishment of the first water tank 101.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, the first control branch a110 also includes a first check valve a114, which is located at the end of the first control branch a110 near the main pipeline 300. By setting the first check valve a114, the water flow in the first control branch a110 can only flow from the first water tank 101 into the main pipeline 300, preventing backflow of water in the first control branch a110, thus limiting the water flow direction and facilitating water flow direction control in the water supply regulation system.

[0035] like Figure 1 As shown, the second control branch a120 also includes a second butterfly valve a122 and a second butterfly valve c123. The second butterfly valve a122 is installed on the side of the electric valve a121 closest to the main pipeline 300 (which can be considered the upstream side of the electric valve a121), and the second butterfly valve c123 is installed on the side of the electric valve a121 closest to the second water tank 102 (which can be considered the downstream side of the electric valve a121). The second butterfly valves a122 and c123 are electrically connected to the controller. By installing the second butterfly valves a122 and c123, when the electric valve a121 malfunctions or requires maintenance, the second control branch a120 can be closed first, and then the electric valve a121 can be disassembled for replacement or maintenance.

[0036] The water supply regulation system also includes an auxiliary branch a130, on which a third butterfly valve a131 is installed. The auxiliary branch a130 is connected in parallel to both ends of the second control branch a120, and the third butterfly valve a131 is electrically connected to the controller. The third butterfly valve a131 is normally closed. When the electric valve a121 malfunctions or requires maintenance, the third butterfly valve a131 can be opened, allowing water to flow normally from the auxiliary branch a130 into the second water tank 102 without affecting the replenishment of the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102.

[0037] like Figure 1 As shown, a level gauge a103 is installed in the first water tank 101, and a level gauge c104 is installed in the second water tank 102. Level gauges a103 and c104 are electrically connected to the controller. By setting level gauges a103 and c104, the water levels in the first and second water tanks 101 and 102 can be monitored in a timely manner, facilitating the determination of whether to replenish water. In this embodiment, the controller includes a demand module (not shown in the figure), which is electrically connected to level gauges a103 and c104. The demand module can set the priority of water demand in the tanks. For example, it can set the demand of the first water tank group 100 as optimal. When other water tank groups and the first water tank group 100 need water replenishment simultaneously, the system will prioritize replenishing water to the first water tank group 100. By setting the level gauges and the demand module, water demand can be detected and priorities can be set. The system adjusts the switching strategy according to different water usage scenarios and demands, optimizing the processing performance of the water supply regulation system.

[0038] In some embodiments, water pressure sensors (not shown in the figure) are installed in the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102. The water pressure sensors are used to detect the water flow pressure in the water tanks, and the controller is electrically connected to the water pressure sensors. Water pressure sensors can also be installed at pipe connections, and the water pressure sensors can be protected by a waterproof and dustproof housing. The accuracy of the water pressure sensors can be set to ±0.01 MPa. By installing water pressure sensors, the water pressure values ​​in the water tanks and pipes can be monitored in real time, and key water pressure parameters can be obtained to facilitate overall controller control and maintenance early warning.

[0039] In some embodiments, a water flow sensor (not shown in the figure) is provided in the first water tank 101 and the second water tank 102. The water flow sensor is used to detect the water flow rate in the water tank, and the controller is electrically connected to the water flow sensor. A water flow sensor can also be provided at the pipe connection point, and the water flow sensor can be protected by a waterproof and dustproof housing. The response time of the water flow sensor can be set to less than 1 second. By setting the water flow sensor, the direction and velocity of water flow in the water tank and pipe can be monitored in real time, which facilitates the controller to analyze the current water flow situation and formulate subsequent adjustment strategies.

[0040] In this embodiment, as Figure 1As shown, the second water tank group 200 includes a third water tank 201 and a fourth water tank 202. The third water tank 201 and the fourth water tank 202 are directly connected through a connecting branch b240. The third water tank 201 is connected to the main pipeline 300 through a first control branch b210, and the fourth water tank 202 is connected to the main pipeline 300 through a second control branch b220. The first control branch b210 includes a water pump b211, a first butterfly valve b212, a first butterfly valve d213, and a first check valve b214. The second control branch b220 includes an electric valve b221, a second butterfly valve b222, and a second butterfly valve d223. A third butterfly valve b231 is installed on the auxiliary branch b230. The third water tank 201 and the fourth water tank 202 are also equipped with a level gauge b203 and a level gauge d204, respectively, as well as a water pressure sensor and a water flow sensor. The structure of the second water tank group 200 is exactly the same as that of the first water tank group 100, and their functions are also identical, so they will not be described again here. Setting up multiple identical water tank groups can meet the water demand of different areas and reduce the number of different types of pipes and valves, making the water supply regulation system pipeline laying simpler and easier to replace, and lower in material and labor costs compared to traditional water supply systems.

[0041] The valve devices in this application can be manufactured using high-strength, corrosion-resistant high-quality materials, such as titanium valves, and the valves can be driven by electric or hydraulic means, and can complete the opening and closing action in milliseconds to ensure rapid and accurate switching of water supply direction.

[0042] In this embodiment, the controller can be a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), which has advantages such as high reliability, easy programming, and flexible configuration. The controller adopts a high-performance microprocessor and advanced algorithms, and can automatically adjust and switch strategies according to different demand scenarios. It can also store and analyze operating data to provide a basis for subsequent system optimization and improvement. The controller is connected to the valves and pumps on each branch, as well as the level gauges, water pressure sensors, and water flow sensors in each water tank, to realize that the water supply regulation system of this application can comprehensively, accurately, and quickly control the opening and closing of pipelines and valves according to the water volume of different water use areas, dynamically adjust water supply, and ensure the water demand of the water use areas. Moreover, the operators only need to remotely monitor the system operation, without the need for manual valve opening and closing, saving time and effort.

[0043] In addition to the required modules, the controller may also include a monitoring and alarm module. When a valve or water pump connected to it malfunctions, it can promptly issue an alarm to remind operators to replace it, so as to provide early warning of potential faults, perform timely maintenance, and ensure the normal operation of the system.

[0044] In some other embodiments, each water tank group may also include two or more water tanks, with adjacent water tanks connected to each other. One water tank is connected to the main pipeline via a first control branch, and the remaining water tanks are connected to the main pipeline via second control branches. Setting up multiple water tanks in a water tank group can cover a wider range of water usage areas, achieving the effect of replenishing water to multiple water usage areas with a single water tank group, thus saving costs.

[0045] It should be noted that the water supply regulation system of this application can also be used for fluid regulation in other production and daily life, such as refrigerant regulation, laboratory chemical liquid regulation, etc., and is not limited to water supply regulation, which will not be elaborated here.

[0046] In summary, the water supply regulation system of this application, by setting up a controller to control the different opening and closing states of the first and second control branches in the water tank group, enables the water flow between different water tank groups to form a balanced dynamic regulation. It can quickly switch the water supply direction according to different water use scenarios and needs. Compared with traditional pipeline water supply systems, it reduces the material and labor costs of pipeline laying. The controller monitors the system's operating status in real time and adjusts the switching strategy, reducing human intervention. It is of great significance for improving water supply efficiency, reducing costs, and realizing intelligent management of water supply systems.

[0047] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit it. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A water conditioning system, comprising: The water supply regulation system includes: Supervisor Road; At least two sets of water tanks are connected in series to the main pipeline. Each set of water tanks includes at least two water tanks, and two adjacent water tanks are connected to each other. One of the at least two water tanks is connected to the main pipeline through a first control branch, and the remaining water tanks are connected to the main pipeline through a second control branch. When one of the first control branch and the second control branch is turned on, the other is turned off. The controller is electrically connected to the first control branch and the second control branch, respectively.

2. The water supply conditioning system of claim 1, wherein, The first control branch includes a water pump, and the second control branch includes an electric valve. The water pump and the electric valve are respectively electrically connected to the controller. The electric valve is normally open; when the water pump starts, the electric valve closes, and the liquid in the water tank connected to the first control branch flows to the main pipeline through the first control branch.

3. The water supply regulating system of claim 2, wherein, The first control branch also includes a first butterfly valve, which is provided on the upstream and downstream sides of the water pump, and is electrically connected to the controller.

4. The water supply regulating system according to claim 3, characterized in that The first control branch also includes a first check valve, which is located at one end of the first control branch near the main pipeline.

5. The water supply regulating system of claim 2, wherein, The second control branch also includes a second butterfly valve, with the second butterfly valve respectively provided on the upstream and downstream sides of the electric valve, and the second butterfly valve is electrically connected to the controller.

6. The water supply regulation system according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water supply regulation system also includes an auxiliary branch, which is equipped with a third butterfly valve. The auxiliary branch is connected in parallel at both ends of the second control branch, and the third butterfly valve is electrically connected to the controller.

7. The water supply conditioning system of claim 1, wherein, The water tank is equipped with a level gauge, and the controller is electrically connected to the level gauge.

8. The water supply regulating system according to claim 7, characterized in that The controller includes a demand module, which is used to set the priority of water demand in the water tank, and the demand module is electrically connected to the level gauge.

9. The water supply regulating system of claim 1, wherein, The water tank is equipped with a water pressure sensor, which is used to detect the liquid pressure in the water tank. The controller is electrically connected to the water pressure sensor.

10. The water supply conditioning system of claim 1, wherein, The water tank is equipped with a water flow sensor, which is used to detect the liquid flow rate in the water tank. The controller is electrically connected to the water flow sensor.

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