Intelligent hot and cold element fan

Abstract

The primary objective of inventing the intelligent hot and cold element fan is to combine two separate products (a fan and an electric heater) and introduce Internet of Things (IoT) technology into its practical applications. This invention aims to provide a simple yet efficient device capable of providing a comfortable temperature in all seasons with minimal limitations and maintenance concerns. The designed rotational circulation in this product distributes warm air waves so that a uniform temperature surrounds the environment. Key features of the intelligent hot and cold element fan include increased efficiency and reduced energy consumption. The use of large aluminum blades not only ensures the projection of a greater volume of air with less vulnerability but also significantly reduces the consumption of raw materials and environmental pollution by reducing waste. This invention is notable for using halogen heating technology along with an aluminum thermal shield that increases operational efficiency through reflectivity. The integration of remote control and IoT technology in this product enables consumers to easily select and utilize any desired function at their convenience. The integration of an automatic safety shutdown system in the intelligent hot and cold element fan ensures reliable use in all residential and commercial locations.

Description

Intelligent Hot and Cold Element FanCross Reference to Related Application

[0001] This application claims the benefit of priority to an Iran patent application having serial number 140250140003007745 filed on Feb. 02, 2024, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.

[0002] The innovation refers to an advantageous technology in electrical household appliances for residential, commercial, and industrial applications .

[0003] In recent years, some companies have tried reducing unnecessary costs and producing more affordable, practical products. They have also introduced a variety of designs for fans and heaters. However, the lack of integration between these two devices continues to limit consumers in terms of maintenance and portability. Additionally, the combined efficiency of two separate devices cannot match that of a dual-purpose heating and cooling fan heater.

[0004] Current market products feature a single large plastic blade and are used only in the summer season. Due to their low quality, they are highly vulnerable, and reproducing these blades leads to resource wastage and environmental pollution. Currently, heaters are produced that, due to their lack of rotating circulation and air circulation capabilities, not only fail to provide adequate efficiency and comfortable uniform heating but also lead to energy wastage and negative environmental impacts.

[0005] The idea of using large aluminum blades, which offer increased durability and better performance for projecting cool air in hot seasons and warm air in cold seasons, has been considered for the dual-purpose fan heater. This product was developed to address the shortcomings and limitations of previous products.

[0006] The differences between my previous invention, titled "Adjustable Modular Hot and Cold Fan," and this current invention are:

[0007] Incorporation of Internet of Things (IoT) technology.

[0008] Specific small and large blades for hot and cold seasons.

[0009] Presence of a glass heating element to retain heat

[0010] This summary is intended to provide an overview of the subject matter of the present disclosure, and is not intended to identify essential elements or key elements of the subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to determine the scope of the claimed implementations. The proper scope of the present disclosure may be ascertained from the claims set forth below in view of the detailed description below and the drawings.

[0011] The primary objective of inventing the intelligent hot and cold element fan is to combine two separate products (a fan and an electric heater) and introduce Internet of Things (IoT) technology into its practical applications. This invention aims to provide a simple yet efficient device capable of providing a comfortable temperature in all seasons with minimal limitations and maintenance concerns.

[0012] The designed rotational circulation in this product distributes warm air waves so that a uniform temperature surrounds the environment. Key features of the intelligent hot and cold element fan include increased efficiency and reduced energy consumption. The use of large aluminum blades not only ensures the projection of a greater volume of air with less vulnerability but also significantly reduces the consumption of raw materials and environmental pollution by reducing waste.

[0013] This invention is notable for using halogen heating technology along with an aluminum thermal shield that increases operational efficiency through reflectivity. The integration of remote control and IoT technology in this product enables consumers to easily select and utilize any desired function at their convenience. The integration of an automatic safety shutdown system in the intelligent hot and cold element fan ensures reliable use in all residential and commercial locations.

[0014] Iran is generally an arid and dry land, except for the regions adjacent to the Caspian Sea, the Alborz Mountains, and the western slopes of the Zagros Mountains, which receive relatively significant rainfall. The remaining areas are deprived of this natural blessing and are often considered some of the driest places on Earth. Due to their location in desert areas, extensive regions of Iran have hot summers and cold winters. In desert areas, even during the day, the heat increases, and at midnight, it decreases significantly. Consequently, the use of heating and cooling systems has always been a priority in Iran to ensure comfort.

[0015] Heating and cooling equipment is divided into two main categories: A) Fixed installation equipment and B) portable equipment.

[0016] Fixed Installation Equipment:This category encompasses gas heaters and evaporative coolers, typically employed in large spaces where people live and work permanently. The main drawbacks of these devices are their reliance on non-renewable fossil fuels for heating and their high water consumption, which is a critical strategic resource.

[0017] Portable Equipment:Urban development has led to a reduction in space and constraints in residential and commercial places. As a result, the use of equipment that is easy to move and cost-effective is increasing. These devices are economically justifiable and effective in reducing environmental pollution due to the use of clean energy. With the advancement of the home appliance industry and efforts to eliminate unnecessary costs to reduce consumer constraints, the production of fans for cooling and electric heaters for heating has increased significantly.

[0018] Currently, fans produced in the country can only be used in hot seasons, and heaters are used only in cold seasons. Experience in engineering and research in consumption patterns and consumer needs over the years led to the innovative idea of combining a fan and a heater to invent this dual-purpose fan heater, aiming to:

[0019] Fulfill social responsibility and help reduce environmental pollution.

[0020] Increase overall efficiency by combining a heater and a fan.

[0021] Minimize consumer constraints for maintenance and portability, enabling the use of one product throughout the year for both heating and cooling.

[0022] Significantly reduce the production cost of the dual-purpose fan heater, creating economic savings for the consumer.

[0023] Contribute to saving foreign exchange in the current critical economic conditions of the country.

[0024] In previous models, the dual-purpose fan heater had two blades: a larger blade for moving airwaves and cooling the space and a smaller blade for directing warm air into the environment. To use the heating mechanism, the larger blade had to be replaced with the smaller one to distribute the heat around. However, with more accurate calculations and estimations, the smaller blade was eliminated in the redesigned product. Instead, changes were made to the dimensions and speed of the larger blade to enable it to perform both cooling and heating air distribution by adjusting its speed.

[0025] The design and construction of a smart four-season dual-purpose device combines an electric heater and a standing household fan to circulate warm air produced by a heating element in the cold seasons to save costs and space and to circulate ambient air in the warm seasons to cool the environment. This device incorporates Internet of Things (IoT) technology, enabling remote control via SMS through the electronic board installed inside the device, and features a 20W audio output for playing music. This device is suitable for mass production in the current conditions of our country and does not require special research.

[0026] The device features two blades: a large one for warm seasons and a small one for winter. The large blade is installed during warmer months to circulate room air and cool the environment. In winter, the small blade directs the warm air generated by the heating element outward, warming the space. The blades are made of aluminum, which offers better airflow than plastic and is resistant to heat. Additionally, the glass heating element is housed in a protected area to prevent heat damage to the motor (as per the technical drawing of part number ...), and all wiring is thermally insulated. Installation of this device is as easy as that of other household fans, requiring the blades to be switched once a year without any special tools.

[0027] To reduce limitations and increase efficiency, the following changes and upgrades were made to the newly invented product:

[0028] Cost reduction:By combining both the fan and heater products, the overall cost and production overhead are reduced, positively impacting the economy and providing consumers with a dual-purpose product at a lower combined cost.

[0029] Environmental pollution reduction:By decreasing total production time and waste by combining two products and using clean and renewable energy, a significant positive impact on environmental conditions is achieved.

[0030] Consumer limitation reduction:Using the dual-purpose fan heater throughout the year reduces consumer constraints regarding usage, maintenance, and portability.

[0031] Efficiency increase:Increased efficiency of the dual-purpose fan heater results in reduced consumer costs and has a significant impact on reducing environmental pollution.

[0032] The intelligent hot and cold element fan has unique technical features:

[0033] Adjustable stand:The stand of the intelligent hot and cold element fan is height-adjustable and can be set to the desired size according to customer needs.

[0034] Wall mount:Besides being portable, the product can be installed in a fixed position with a wall mount if the consumer desires.

[0035] Remote control:All functions of the dual-purpose fan heater can be operated via remote control in addition to manual control, offering greater convenience for the customer.

[0036] Durable aluminum blades:Unlike plastic blades that are highly vulnerable to heat and have low airflow, durable aluminum blades are used, which provide greater airflow and durability.

[0037] Glass heating element:The glass heating element used in the dual-purpose fan heater offers higher efficiency compared to its type and provides suitable heating capacity with high efficiency.

[0038] Thermal protector:The glass heating element is housed within an aluminum shield that not only protects the motor from direct heat of the element but also provides pleasant radiant heat for the consumer.

[0039] Rotary circulation:To ensure uniform distribution of warm air waves in the environment, rotary circulation capability is designed in the dual-purpose fan heater, ensuring pleasant heat throughout the environment as the consumer needs.

[0040] Automatic safety shutdown system:For increased consumer and product safety, an automatic safety shutdown system is used to cut off power to the fan heater in case of any malfunction, ensuring the highest reliability in usage.

[0041] IoT Technology:

[0042] A rotary head structure with various angles in multiple directions, which includes:

[0043] A covered motor part:This component features a rotary head structure with multi-directional angles, including the top cover of the rotary head, a synchronous motor, motor support, moving gear, gear, and a rotating shaft pressure plate. An axial cylindrical projection is situated behind the motor's rear cover, with a cylindrical through-hole at its center. A groove is also formed beside the top cover of the rotary head, allowing the axial cylindrical projection of the motor's rear cover to align with this groove and be secured with a pin.

[0044] The angle adjustment mechanism comprises a pair of semi-gears mounted on the regulator base and a pair of adjusting gears installed on the key box. The adjusting gears engage with the semi-gears distributed in the slots on the regulator base. The electrical board includes IoT technology.

[0045] Guarded Fan Section:This section consists of a propeller fan with numerous aluminum blades or vanes, where the tip of each vane is relatively thick, and the trailing end extends radially. The angle between the tangent of the circle at any point on the vane and the plane perpendicular to the fan's axis is relatively small near the front edge of the inlet part and larger near the rear edge. The outer edge of each vane has a curved shape.

[0046] Specific small and large blades:The specific small and large blades, suitable for hot (large blade) and cold (small blade) seasons, are used to create optimal air circulation.

[0047] Glass heating element:A space designed to retain the heat generated by the element to prevent damage to the motor.

[0048] Following the previous claims, the present intelligent hot and cold element fan has unique features that distinguish it from other similar products. These include its usability in all seasons, freeing the consumer from concerns about storage and maintenance, providing a benefit by using one product instead of two, and positively impacting the country. Using the circular air circulation mechanism in the fan heater ensures uniform and comfortable warm air distribution in the environment, optimizing energy use. The aluminum blades increase the efficiency of both cool and warm air delivery, enhance durability, and reduce waste and consumption of raw materials.

[0049] The drawing figures depict one or more implementations in accord with the present teachings, by way of example only, not by way of limitation. In the figures, like reference numerals refer to the same or similar elements.

[0050] For a better understanding of the invention and to show how it may be performed, a preferred embodiment will now be described by way of non-limiting example only,by refrence to the accompanying diagrams.

[0051] The drawings show embodiments of the disclosed subject matter for the purpose of illustrating the invention. However , it should be understood that the present application is not limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities ahown in the drawings , wherein :Fig.1

[0052] An exploded view of the components of an intelligent hot and cold element fan, as described in one or more illustrative designs.Fig.2

[0053] an intelligent hot and cold element fan front view .Fig.3

[0054] Back view of an intelligent hot and cold element fan.Fig.4

[0055] an intelligent hot and cold element fan side view .Fig.5

[0056] an intelligent hot and cold element fan side view.Fig.6

[0057] A view of fan blades .DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0058] In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth by way of examples in order to provide a thorough understanding of the relevant teachings. However, it should be apparent that the present teachings may be practiced without such details. In other instances, well known methods, procedures, components, and / or circuitry have been described at a relatively high-level, without detail, in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring aspects of the present teachings.

[0059] The following detailed description is presented to enable a person skilled in the art to make and use the methods and devices disclosed in exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. For purposes of explanation, specific nomenclature is set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the present disclosure. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that these specific details are not required to practice the disclosed exemplary embodiments. Descriptions of specific exemplary embodiments are provided only as representative examples. Various modifications to the exemplary implementations will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other implementations and applications without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The present disclosure is not intended to be limited to the implementations shown, but is to be accorded the widest possible scope consistent with the principles and features disclosed herein.

[0060] For purposes of reference, it should be understood that the techniques and systems disclosed herein are applicable to coupled motion in a wrist; however, the techniques and systems may be adapted to a number of other applications….

[0061] Although only one embodiment of this invention has been shown and described, it is to be understood that modifications and substitutions, as well as rearrangements and combinations of the disclosed embodiment can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the teachings of this invention, accordingly, the scope of the invention is only to be limited an necessitated by the accompanying claims.

[0062] While the foregoing has described what are considered to be the best mode and / or other examples, it is understood that various modifications may be made therein and that the subject matter disclosed herein may be implemented in various forms and examples, and that the teachings may be applied in numerous applications, only some of which have been described herein. It is intended by the following claims to claim any and all applications, modifications and variations that fall within the true scope of the present teachings.

[0063] Unless otherwise stated, all measurements, values, ratings, positions, magnitudes, sizes, and other specifications that are set forth in this specification, including in the claims that follow, are approximate, not exact. They are intended to have a reasonable range that is consistent with the functions to which they relate and with what is customary in the art to which they pertain.

[0064] The components of this device are as follows:Part No.DescriptionPart No.DescriptionPart No.Description1Front Plastic Ring16Connecting Rod31Large Stand2Front Iron Guard17Connecting Guard32Screw3Large Blade18Connector33Plug4Heating Elements19Clip34Nut5Element Guards20Screw35Rear Body6Reflector21Pulley Hook36Panel7Small Blade22Rear Body Guard37Panel Guard8Rear Reflector23Screw38Handle9Rear Iron Grill24Power Cable39Switch10Rear Reflector Guard25Small Tube40Timer11Front Guard of Motor26Outer Nut41Upper Body12Motor27Inner Nut42Electronic Board13Motor Synchronizer28Large Tube43Sound Distributor14Capacity29Nut4415Rear Motor Guard30Small Stand45Blade Grooves

[0065] It should be noted that the above descriptions are provided for further clarification and do not imply any limitation. For example, the illustrated concepts described above (or aspects of them) may be used in combination with one another. Additionally, significant modifications may be made to adapt to a specific situation or need without deviating from the original design of the invention. The dimensions, types of materials, orientations of various components, and the numbers and positions of the described components in this section are intended to define parameters of specific illustrative designs and are by no means limiting; they are merely conceptual designs presented as examples. In reviewing the above descriptions, many designs and modifications in the nature and scope of these claims will become evident to contemporary and leading specialists. Therefore, the scope of the invention should be determined by reference to the attached claims, along with the full range of similar items covered by these claims.

[0066] For better understanding, the same reference numbers have been used as much as possible to identify identical elements shared in the figures. It has been noted that incorporating elements of one or several illustrative designs into other designs can be beneficial. Although the matters discussed above pertain to the illustrated designs based on the disclosed information in this invention, additional designs can also be proposed without deviating from the main scope of the invention, which is determined by the claims presented subsequently. All documents described are included with the relevant references in this work, which includes priority documents and testing methods, to the extent that they do not contradict this text.

[0067] As seen from the general descriptions and specific designs mentioned above, although the shapes and formats of the disclosed information have been described and displayed, various changes can be made without departing from the nature and scope of the disclosed invention. Accordingly, the presentation of the above designs does not imply that the disclosure of the present invention is limited to these items.

[0068] Some designs and features have been described using a set of upper numerical limits and a set of lower numerical limits. It should be noted that the range includes combinations of both values. For example, unless otherwise stated, combining a lower value with an upper value, a combination of two lower values, or a combination of two upper values is considered. Some of the lower limits, upper limits, and ranges are illustrated in one or more claims below.

[0069] The scope of protection is limited solely by the claims that now follow. That scope is intended and should be interpreted to be as broad as is consistent with the ordinary meaning of the language that is used in the claims when interpreted in light of this specification and the prosecution history that follows and to encompass all structural and functional equivalents. Notwithstanding, none of the claims are intended to embrace subject matter that fails to satisfy the requirement of Sections 202, 204, or 206 of the Patent Act, nor should they be interpreted in such a way. Any unintended embracement of such subject matter is hereby disclaimed.

[0070] Except as stated immediately above, nothing that has been stated or illustrated is intended or should be interpreted to cause a dedication of any component, step, feature, object, benefit, advantage, or equivalent to the public, regardless of whether it is or is not recited in the claims.

[0071] It will be understood that the terms and expressions used herein have the ordinary meaning as is accorded to such terms and expressions with respect to their corresponding respective areas of inquiry and study, except where specific meanings have otherwise been set forth herein. Relational terms such as “first” and “second” and the like may be used solely to distinguish one entity or action from another without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions. The terms “comprises,” “comprising,” or any other variation thereof, as used herein and in the appended claims are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, encompassing a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements that does not include only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed to such process, method, article, or apparatus. An element proceeded by “a” or “an” does not, without further constraints, preclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises the element.

[0072] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is not intended to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various implementations. Such grouping is for purposes of streamlining this disclosure, and is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed implementations require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed implementation. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into this Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.

[0073] While various implementations have been described, the description is intended to be exemplary, rather than limiting and it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many more implementations are possible that are within the scope of the implementations. Although many possible combinations of features are shown in the accompanying figures and discussed in this detailed description, many other combinations of the disclosed features are possible. Any feature of any implementation may be used in combination with or substituted for any other feature or element in any other implementation unless specifically restricted. Therefore, it will be understood that any of the features shown and / or discussed in the present disclosure may be implemented together in any suitable combination. Accordingly, the implementations are not to be restricted except in light of the attached claims and their equivalents. Also, various modifications and changes may be made within the scope of the attached claims.Examples

[0074] Due to its simplicity of use, this unique intelligent hot and cold element fan can be easily installed and made ready for consumer operation. The consumer only needs to follow the simple instructions provided to use the product in all seasons and according to the environmental conditions in any part of the country, ensuring optimal benefit from the uniform and comfortable air produced. The consumer will also not have concerns about storage and portability.

[0075] The dual-purpose fan heater is applicable to household appliances and can be used in most parts of the country. This device is suitable for use in homes, containers, offices, and small industrial environments. It is capable of mass production and industrial commercialization, providing economic profitability.

Claims

The intelligent hot and cold element fan is designed to create specific warm air circulation produced by a heating element in cold seasons and to move ambient air in hot seasons. It comprises the following components:A rotary head structure with various angles in multiple directions, which includes:A covered motor part:This part consists of a rotary head structure with multi-directional angles, incorporating the top cover of the rotary head, motor, motor support, moving gear, gear, and rotating shaft pressure plate. An axial cylindrical projection is located behind the motor's rear cover, and a cylindrical through-hole is created in the middle of the axial cylindrical projection. A groove is created beside the top cover of the rotary head, and the axial cylindrical projection of the motor rear cover is aligned in the groove of the top cover and fixed with a pin.Angle adjustment mechanism:This mechanism consists of a pair of semi-gears mounted on the regulator base and adjusting gears installed on the key box. The adjusting gears engage with the semi-gears distributed in the slots on the regulator base. The fan's electrical board includes Internet of Things (IoT) technology.Guarded Fan Section:This section consists of a propeller fan with numerous aluminum blades or vanes, where the tip of each vane is relatively thick, and the trailing end extends radially. The angle between the tangent of the circle at any point on the vane and the plane perpendicular to the fan's axis is relatively small near the front edge of the inlet part and larger near the rear edge. The outer edge of each vane has a curved shape.Specific Small and Large Blades:The specific small and large blades, suitable for hot (large blade) and cold (small blade) seasons, are used to create optimal air circulation.Glass Heating Element:A space designed to retain the heat generated by the element was created with halogen heating technology to prevent damage to the motor.The intelligent hot and cold element fan, according to Claim 1, includes aluminum blades, which provide better air delivery compared to plastic blades and are also resistant to generated heat.The intelligent hot and cold element fan, according to Claim 1, includes a glass heating element housed within an aluminum cover, which protects the motor from direct heat of the element and provides pleasant radiant heat to the user.The intelligent hot and cold element fan, according to Claim 1, involves an automatic safety shutdown system.The intelligent hot and cold element fan, according to Claim 1, allows the user to control it remotely via SMS using IoT technology.The intelligent hot and cold element fan, according to Claim 1, involves two specific small and large blades. When the heating element is working, the small blade operates automatically, and when the element is not working, the large blade operates.

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