Remotely Adjustable Mobile Blower Outlet for Directional Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile blowers require operators to make multiple passes and manually adjust the blower outlet, which is cumbersome and time-consuming, especially when trying to direct debris to specific locations while avoiding unwanted movement of objects like rocks.
Innovation Solution
A mobile blower with a remotely controlled blower outlet that can be moved horizontally and vertically, allowing operators to control the direction of the air stream without needing to stop the unit or manually adjust the outlet.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the blower outlet is made manually adjustable, then the direction control capability is improved, but the operation complexity and time consumption increase due to requiring multiple passes and manual adjustments
Solution Approach 1:
The blower outlet is designed with movable components including a horizontally adjustable outlet and a vertically adjustable outlet that can be repositioned during operation. The horizontal outlet can rotate left/right and the vertical outlet can tilt up/down, enabling dynamic direction control without manual intervention or multiple passes, thus resolving the contradiction between adaptability and ease of operation
Solution Approach 2:
The outlet components are equipped with self-contained adjustment mechanisms that allow the outlet to reposition itself based on operational requirements. The horizontal and vertical outlets can be adjusted independently through integrated controls, eliminating the need for external manual adjustment and reducing operational complexity while maintaining full direction control capability
2Adaptability or versatility
If the blower outlet is made manually adjustable, then the direction control capability is improved, but the time consumption increases due to requiring the operator to stop the unit and manually change the outlet position
Solution Approach 1:
The outlet system incorporates dynamically adjustable components that can change position during operation without requiring the unit to stop. The horizontal outlet can rotate and the vertical outlet can tilt while the blower operates continuously, eliminating downtime associated with manual adjustment and reducing overall time consumption while maintaining full direction control
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable outlet mechanisms are designed to operate continuously without interrupting the blower's operation. The horizontal and vertical outlets can be repositioned at any time during operation, ensuring continuous useful action without the need to stop and restart the unit, thus eliminating time loss while preserving direction control capability
3Adaptability or versatility
If the blower outlet is made manually adjustable, then the direction control capability is improved, but the risk of inadvertently moving unwanted debris increases due to operator exposure to the air stream
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustable outlet components serve as intermediaries between the air stream generator and the environment. The horizontal and vertical outlets can be precisely positioned to direct the air stream only where needed, acting as a mediator that controls the path of the air stream and prevents it from inadvertently moving unwanted debris while maintaining full direction control capability
Solution Approach 2:
The outlet system includes self-adjusting mechanisms that can reposition the outlet components to avoid directing air streams at unwanted objects. The horizontal and vertical outlets can automatically or manually reorient themselves to change the air stream direction away from sensitive areas, reducing the risk of moving unwanted debris while preserving full direction control
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AI summary
A blower includes a motor mounted to a frame. The frame includes wheels mounted to the frame. The blower includes a fan powered by the motor and a blower outlet. The fan is configured to expel air from the fan through the blower outlet. The blower outlet is movable in a horizontal direction and a vertical direction. The blower includes a horizontal control for controlling a horizontal position of the blower outlet. The blower includes a vertical control for controlling a vertical position of the blower outlet. Both the horizontal and vertical controls are positioned remote from the blower outlet.