Balloon counterbalanced closed loop waterscape structure
By introducing airbag and return mechanisms into the water feature structure, the water level in the storage mechanism is automatically raised, solving the problem of the water level dropping in the storage tank affecting the landscape effect, ensuring stable water flow, and guaranteeing the continuous beauty of the water feature.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- POWERCHINA HUADONG ENG CORP LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-14
AI Technical Summary
After a period of use, the water level in the existing water feature structure's reservoir drops, resulting in reduced water flow and affecting the landscape effect.
The water feature adopts an airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure. By setting an airbag mechanism inside the water storage mechanism, the airbag volume is expanded by inflation to drain water, and the water is recycled through a return water mechanism to ensure that the water level rises.
This effectively solved the problem of reduced water flow caused by the drop in water level in the reservoir, ensuring the continuous landscape effect of the water feature.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of water feature environmental structures, and in particular to an airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure. Background Technology
[0002] Water features refer to scenery on water or at sea, but nowadays they often refer to man-made water features, namely fountains. With the development of the times and the improvement of technology, urban fountain equipment has become very advanced, with various musical fountains, programmed fountains, and laser fountains emerging in endless variety and forming a unique man-made landscape.
[0003] In existing technologies, the water in the reservoir of a water feature structure often decreases due to loss or evaporation. As a result, less water flows back into the reservoir, causing the water level to drop. Consequently, the water flow gradually decreases, which to some extent affects the aesthetic effect of the water feature. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure to alleviate the technical problem in the prior art where, after a period of use, the water level in the water storage tank drops, causing the water flow on the water surface to gradually decrease, thus affecting the landscape effect of the water feature.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] In a first aspect, this utility model provides an airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure, including a water storage mechanism, an airbag mechanism, a pressure pool mechanism, an open water feature mechanism, and a return water mechanism. The open water feature mechanism is connected to the pressure pool mechanism, and the open water feature mechanism is used to receive the water discharged by the water storage mechanism and to let the water flow into the pressure pool mechanism.
[0007] The pressure tank mechanism is equipped with the water return mechanism, which is connected to the water storage mechanism, and the water return mechanism is used to transport water in the pressure tank mechanism to the water storage mechanism.
[0008] The airbag mechanism is connected to the water storage mechanism, and the airbag mechanism includes an airbag body, which is disposed inside the water storage mechanism. The airbag body is used to drain water by inflating it, so as to raise the water level inside the water storage mechanism.
[0009] Furthermore, the water storage mechanism includes a water storage tank, a top plate assembly, and a water inlet pipe. The top plate assembly is located on the top of the water storage tank, and the water storage tank is connected to the airbag mechanism.
[0010] The water supply pipe is connected to the top plate assembly, with one end of the water supply pipe extending into the water storage tank and the other end used to connect to an external water supply device.
[0011] Furthermore, the top plate assembly includes a top plate body and a first sealing element, the top plate body covering the top of the water storage tank, and the top plate body being connected to the water supply pipe;
[0012] The edge of the top plate body is provided with the first sealing element, which is used to seal the gap between the top plate body and the water storage tank.
[0013] Furthermore, the airbag mechanism also includes an inflation component and an installation component, and the airbag body is connected to the inner wall of the water storage tank through the installation component;
[0014] The inflatable component is connected to the outer wall of the water storage tank, and the inflatable end of the inflatable component is connected to the airbag body.
[0015] Furthermore, the pressure tank mechanism includes a pressure tank body and a maintenance plate assembly, the maintenance plate assembly being connected to the top of the pressure tank body, and the maintenance plate assembly having a return water inlet.
[0016] The pressure tank body is connected to the open water feature mechanism, and the pressure tank body is connected to the water storage mechanism through the return water mechanism.
[0017] Furthermore, the inspection plate assembly includes an inspection plate body and a second sealing element. The inspection plate body covers the top of the pressure tank body, and the inspection plate body has the return water port.
[0018] The edge of the inspection plate body is provided with a second sealing element, which is used to seal the gap between the inspection plate body and the pressure tank body.
[0019] Furthermore, the water return mechanism includes a water pump and a connecting pipe. The water pump is located inside the pressure tank body, and the water pump is connected to the water storage mechanism through the connecting pipe.
[0020] The connecting pipe is equipped with a check valve, which is used to prevent water from the water storage mechanism from flowing back into the pressure tank body.
[0021] Furthermore, the airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure also includes a connecting mechanism, one end of which is connected to the water storage mechanism and the other end of which is connected to the open water feature mechanism.
[0022] Furthermore, the connecting mechanism includes a connecting pipe, a first sealing ring, and a second sealing ring. One end of the connecting pipe is connected to the water storage mechanism through the first sealing ring, and the other end of the connecting pipe is connected to the open water feature mechanism through the second sealing ring.
[0023] Furthermore, the open water feature structure includes multiple water feature units, and the multiple water feature units are connected in a stepped manner.
[0024] This utility model can achieve the following beneficial effects:
[0025] In a first aspect, this utility model provides an airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure, including a water storage mechanism, an airbag mechanism, a pressure pool mechanism, an open water feature mechanism, and a return water mechanism. The open water feature mechanism is connected to the pressure pool mechanism and is used to receive water discharged from the water storage mechanism and to allow the water to flow into the pressure pool mechanism. The pressure pool mechanism is equipped with a return water mechanism, which is connected to the water storage mechanism and is used to transport water from the pressure pool mechanism to the water storage mechanism. The airbag mechanism is connected to the water storage mechanism and includes an airbag body, which is located inside the water storage mechanism. The airbag body is used to inflate the water to drain water, thereby raising the water level in the water storage mechanism.
[0026] In this invention, the airbag mechanism inside the water storage mechanism can expand its volume by inflating it, thereby draining the water inside the water storage mechanism and increasing the water level. This allows the water to continue rising to the discharge height after evaporation for a certain period of time, ensuring a continuous flow of water into the open water feature mechanism. After the water flows back from the open water feature mechanism to the pressure pool mechanism, it is pumped back into the water storage structure through the return water mechanism, thus achieving water recycling.
[0027] Compared with the prior art, the airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure provided by this utility model sets an airbag mechanism in the water storage mechanism to realize the drainage of water in the water storage mechanism by inflating the airbag mechanism. After the airbag mechanism is inflated, the water level in the water storage mechanism rises, so that the water in the water storage mechanism can be smoothly discharged into the open water feature mechanism.
[0028] In summary, this utility model at least alleviates the technical problem in the prior art where, after a period of use, the water level in a water storage tank drops, causing the water flow on the water surface to gradually decrease, thus affecting the landscape effect of the water feature. Attached Figure Description
[0029] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0030] Figure 1 A front view schematic diagram of the airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged schematic diagram of part A in the diagram;
[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged schematic diagram of section B in the diagram;
[0033] Figure 4 This is a top view schematic diagram of the airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0034] Icons: 1-Water storage mechanism; 11-Water storage tank; 12-Top plate assembly; 121-Top plate body; 122-First seal; 13-Water inlet pipe; 2-Airbag mechanism; 21-Inflating component; 22-Installation component; 23-Airbag body; 3-Pressure tank mechanism; 31-Pressure tank body; 32-Inspection plate assembly; 321-Inspection plate body; 3211-Return water inlet; 322-Second seal; 4-Open water feature mechanism; 5-Connecting mechanism; 51-Connecting pipe; 52-First sealing ring; 53-Second sealing ring; 6-Return water mechanism; 61-Water pump; 62-Connecting pipe; 621-Check valve. Detailed Implementation
[0035] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0036] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0037] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0039] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.
[0040] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0041] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, outlines some embodiments of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.
[0042] Example 1
[0043] This embodiment provides an airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure, referring to... Figure 1 and Figure 4The airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure includes a water storage mechanism 1, an airbag mechanism 2, a pressure pool mechanism 3, an open water feature mechanism 4, and a return water mechanism 6. The open water feature mechanism 4 is connected to the pressure pool mechanism 3 and is used to receive water discharged from the water storage mechanism 1 and to flow the water into the pressure pool mechanism 3. The pressure pool mechanism 3 is equipped with a return water mechanism 6, which is connected to the water storage mechanism 1 and is used to transport water from the pressure pool mechanism 3 to the water storage mechanism 1. The airbag mechanism 2 is connected to the water storage mechanism 1 and includes an airbag body 23, which is located inside the water storage mechanism 1. The airbag body 23 is used to inflate the water to drain water, thereby raising the water level in the water storage mechanism 1.
[0044] This utility model embodiment at least alleviates the technical problem in the prior art where, after a period of use, the water level in a water storage tank drops, causing the water flow in the water feature to gradually decrease, thus affecting the landscape effect of the water feature.
[0045] In this embodiment of the utility model, the airbag mechanism 2 installed in the water storage mechanism 1 can expand its volume by inflating, thereby draining the water in the water storage mechanism 1 and increasing the water level. After evaporation for a certain period of time, the water can continue to rise to the discharge height, so as to ensure that water continuously enters the open water feature mechanism 4. After the water flows back from the open water feature mechanism 4 to the pressure pool mechanism 3, it is pumped back into the water storage mechanism 1 through the return water mechanism 6 to realize water recycling.
[0046] Compared with the prior art, the airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure provided in this utility model embodiment, by setting an airbag mechanism 2 in the water storage mechanism 1, can realize the drainage of water in the water storage mechanism 1 by inflating the airbag mechanism 2, so that the water level in the water storage mechanism 1 rises after the airbag mechanism 2 is inflated, thereby allowing the water in the water storage mechanism 1 to be smoothly discharged into the open water feature mechanism 4.
[0047] In an optional implementation of this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 The water storage mechanism 1 includes a water storage tank 11, a top plate assembly 12, and a water supply pipe 13. The top plate assembly 12 is provided on the top of the water storage tank 11, and the water storage tank 11 is connected to the airbag mechanism 2. The water supply pipe 13 is connected to the top plate assembly 12, and one end of the water supply pipe 13 extends into the water storage tank 11, while the other end is used to connect to an external water supply device.
[0048] Specifically: the water storage tank 11 can be a cuboid or cylindrical container, and the top of the water storage tank 11 is provided with a top plate assembly 12. The top plate assembly 12 can be opened so that users can enter the water storage tank 11 for maintenance and other operations. A water filling pipe 13 is connected vertically to the top plate assembly 12. The top of this water filling pipe 13 is connected to an external water filling device so as to fill water into the water storage tank 11.
[0049] Furthermore, referring to Figure 1 The top plate assembly 12 includes a top plate body 121 and a first sealing member 122. The top plate body 121 covers the top of the water storage tank 11 and is connected to the water supply pipe 13. The edge of the top plate body 121 is provided with the first sealing member 122, which is used to seal the gap between the top plate body 121 and the water storage tank 11.
[0050] Specifically: the top plate body 121 can be a square plate or a round plate, etc., and the top plate body 121 is provided with a first sealing element 122 along its edge. The first sealing element 122 can be made of rubber, and the joint between the top plate body 121 and the water storage tank 11 can be sealed by the first sealing element 122. The top plate body 121 can be opened by lifting to facilitate personnel to enter the water storage tank 11 for maintenance.
[0051] In an optional implementation of this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 The airbag mechanism 2 also includes an inflator 21 and an mounting component 22. The airbag body 23 is connected to the inner wall of the water storage tank 11 through the mounting component 22. The inflator 21 is connected to the outer wall of the water storage tank 11, and the inflatable end of the inflator 21 is connected to the airbag body 23.
[0052] Specifically: the inflatable component 21 is connected to the outer wall of the water storage tank 11, while the mounting component 22 is connected to the inner wall of the water storage tank 11. The mounting component 22 can be a ring structure for connection along the opening of the airbag body 23; and the inflatable component 21 can be an air pump, etc.
[0053] In an optional implementation of this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The pressure pool mechanism 3 includes a pressure pool body 31 and a maintenance plate assembly 32. The maintenance plate assembly 32 is connected to the top of the pressure pool body 31, and the maintenance plate assembly 32 has a return water inlet 3211. The pressure pool body 31 is connected to the open water feature mechanism 4, and the pressure pool body 31 is connected to the water storage mechanism 1 through the return water mechanism 6.
[0054] Specifically: the pressure tank body 31 can be a cuboid container, and the top of the pressure tank body 31 is connected to the bottom of the open water feature mechanism 4. The maintenance plate assembly 32 is connected to the top of the pressure tank body 31, and the return water port 3211 opened on the maintenance plate assembly 32 is located below the bottom outlet of the open water feature mechanism 4, so that the open water feature mechanism 4 can discharge water from the return water port 3211 into the pressure tank body 31.
[0055] Furthermore, referring to Figure 1The inspection plate assembly 32 includes an inspection plate body 321 and a second sealing member 322. The inspection plate body 321 covers the top of the pressure tank body 31 and has a return water port 3211. The edge of the inspection plate body 321 is provided with the second sealing member 322, which is used to seal the gap between the inspection plate body 321 and the pressure tank body 31.
[0056] Specifically: the inspection plate body 321 can be rectangular or circular, and a second sealing element 322 is provided along its circumference. The second sealing element 322 can be made of rubber and is used to seal the joint between the inspection plate body 321 and the pressure tank body 31. In use, maintenance personnel can open the inspection plate body 321 and crawl into the pressure tank body 31 for cleaning or maintenance. The inspection plate body 321 can be opened by lifting it open.
[0057] In an optional implementation of this embodiment, refer to Figure 3 The water return mechanism 6 includes a water pump 61 and a connecting pipe 62. The water pump 61 is located inside the pressure tank body 31 and is connected to the water storage mechanism 1 through the connecting pipe 62. The connecting pipe 62 is equipped with a check valve 621, which is used to prevent water from the water storage mechanism 1 from flowing back to the pressure tank body 31.
[0058] Specifically: the water pump 61 is connected to the inner wall of the pressure tank body 31, and the output end of the water pump 61 is connected to the water storage tank 11 of the water storage mechanism 1 through the connecting pipe 62; that is, the connecting pipe 62 passes through the tank walls of the pressure tank body 31 and the water storage tank 11 respectively and extends into the water storage tank 11 to realize the transportation of water from the pressure tank body 31 to the water storage tank 11. The check valve 621 can prevent water from flowing back from the water storage tank 11 into the pressure tank body 31.
[0059] In an optional implementation of this embodiment, refer to Figure 2 The airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure also includes a connecting mechanism 5, one end of which is connected to the water storage mechanism 1, and the other end is connected to the open water feature mechanism 4.
[0060] Specifically: the water storage mechanism 1 is connected to the top of the open water feature mechanism 4 through the connecting mechanism 5. That is, the water in the water storage mechanism 1 can enter the open water feature mechanism 4 after it reaches the height of the connecting mechanism 5.
[0061] Furthermore, referring to Figure 2 The connecting mechanism 5 includes a connecting pipe 51, a first sealing ring 52, and a second sealing ring 53. One end of the connecting pipe 51 is connected to the water storage mechanism 1 through the first sealing ring 52, and the other end of the connecting pipe 51 is connected to the open water feature mechanism 4 through the second sealing ring 53.
[0062] Specifically: the two ends of the connecting pipe 51 are respectively connected to the water storage mechanism 1 and the open water feature mechanism 4, so as to connect the water storage mechanism 1 and the open water feature mechanism 4 through the connecting pipe 51; and the connecting pipe 51 is connected to the water storage mechanism 1 and the open water feature mechanism 4 through the first sealing ring 52 and the second sealing ring 53 respectively to avoid water leakage, and both the first sealing ring 52 and the second sealing ring 53 can be rubber rings.
[0063] In an optional implementation of this embodiment, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The open water feature structure 4 includes multiple water feature units, which are connected in a stepped manner.
[0064] Specifically: Each water feature unit can be a square trough structure, and multiple water feature units are connected diagonally in a stepped manner; when in use, water flows down from the top water feature unit, passes through multiple water feature units in sequence, and then flows into the return water inlet 3211 from the bottom water feature unit.
[0065] Finally, it should be noted that the various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. The above embodiments in this specification are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model 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 or all of the technical features. 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 various embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. An airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure, characterized in that, It includes a water storage mechanism (1), an airbag mechanism (2), a pressure pool mechanism (3), an open water feature mechanism (4), and a return water mechanism (6). The open water feature mechanism (4) is connected to the pressure pool mechanism (3), and the open water feature mechanism (4) is used to receive the water discharged from the water storage mechanism (1) and to let the water flow into the pressure pool mechanism (3). The pressure pool mechanism (3) is provided with the water return mechanism (6), which is connected to the water storage mechanism (1) and is used to transport water in the pressure pool mechanism (3) to the water storage mechanism (1). The airbag mechanism (2) is connected to the water storage mechanism (1), and the airbag mechanism (2) includes an airbag body (23), which is located inside the water storage mechanism (1). The airbag body (23) is used to drain water by inflating it, so that the water level inside the water storage mechanism (1) rises.
2. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water storage mechanism (1) includes a water storage tank (11), a top plate assembly (12) and a water supply pipe (13). The top plate assembly (12) is provided on the top of the water storage tank (11), and the water storage tank (11) is connected to the airbag mechanism (2). The water supply pipe (13) is connected to the top plate assembly (12), and one end of the water supply pipe (13) extends into the water storage tank (11), while the other end is used to connect to an external water supply device.
3. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top plate assembly (12) includes a top plate body (121) and a first sealing element (122). The top plate body (121) covers the top of the water storage tank (11) and is connected to the water supply pipe (13). The edge of the top plate body (121) is provided with the first sealing element (122), which is used to seal the gap between the top plate body (121) and the water storage tank (11).
4. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The airbag mechanism (2) further includes an inflation component (21) and an installation component (22), and the airbag body (23) is connected to the inner wall of the water storage tank (11) through the installation component (22); The inflatable component (21) is connected to the outer wall of the water storage tank (11), and the inflatable end of the inflatable component (21) is connected to the airbag body (23).
5. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressure tank mechanism (3) includes a pressure tank body (31) and a maintenance plate assembly (32). The maintenance plate assembly (32) is connected to the top of the pressure tank body (31), and the maintenance plate assembly (32) is provided with a return water port (3211). The pressure pool body (31) is connected to the open water feature mechanism (4), and the pressure pool body (31) is connected to the water storage mechanism (1) through the return water mechanism (6).
6. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The inspection plate assembly (32) includes an inspection plate body (321) and a second sealing element (322). The inspection plate body (321) covers the top of the pressure tank body (31), and the inspection plate body (321) has the return water port (3211). The edge of the inspection plate body (321) is provided with the second seal (322), which is used to seal the gap between the inspection plate body (321) and the pressure pool body (31).
7. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water return mechanism (6) includes a water pump (61) and a connecting pipe (62). The water pump (61) is located inside the pressure tank body (31), and the water pump (61) is connected to the water storage mechanism (1) through the connecting pipe (62). The connecting pipe (62) is equipped with a check valve (621), which is used to prevent water from the water storage mechanism (1) from flowing back to the pressure tank body (31).
8. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The airbag balanced closed-loop water feature structure also includes a connecting mechanism (5), one end of which is connected to the water storage mechanism (1), and the other end is connected to the open water feature mechanism (4).
9. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The connecting mechanism (5) includes a connecting pipe (51), a first sealing ring (52) and a second sealing ring (53). One end of the connecting pipe (51) is connected to the water storage mechanism (1) through the first sealing ring (52), and the other end of the connecting pipe (51) is connected to the open water feature mechanism (4) through the second sealing ring (53).
10. The airbag-balanced closed-loop water feature structure according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The open water feature structure (4) includes multiple water feature units, and the multiple water feature units are connected in a stepped manner.