Air conditioning and humidity control system and methods of making and using the same
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional air conditioning systems often result in dry air, which can contribute to the transmission of flu and cold viruses, and rely on greenhouse gases like fluorocarbons or hydrofluorocarbons.
Innovation Solution
An air conditioning and humidity control system comprising a main conduit, distribution conduits with holes, mesh members, and a pump that uses water as a fluid to control temperature and humidity, acting as a filter and avoiding the use of greenhouse gases.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If conventional air conditioning systems are used to cool air, then cooling effect is achieved, but air becomes very dry and cooling rates are high
Solution Approach 1:
A mesh member acts as an intermediary between the cooling fluid and the air stream. The mesh member distributes the cooling fluid across multiple contact points, allowing gradual heat exchange while maintaining air humidity. This intermediary structure enables effective cooling without the extreme dryness caused by direct contact cooling methods.
Solution Approach 2:
The mesh member functions as a porous structure that allows air to pass through while distributing cooling fluid across its surface. This porous configuration increases the surface area for heat exchange while maintaining proper airflow and humidity levels, resolving the contradiction between cooling effectiveness and air moisture retention.
2Temperature
If conventional air conditioning systems are used, then temperature control is achieved, but greenhouse gases like fluorocarbons or hydrofluorocarbons are used
Solution Approach 1:
The system changes the fundamental parameter of the cooling fluid from greenhouse gases (fluorocarbons, hydrofluorocarbons) to environmentally friendly alternatives such as water or water-glycol mixtures. This parameter change maintains the temperature control function while eliminating harmful emissions, directly resolving the contradiction between effective cooling and environmental harm.
3Temperature
If digital on-off regulation or temperature variation of cooling surface is used, then air conditioning is achieved, but the system becomes complex and expensive to operate
Solution Approach 1:
The mesh member structure enables the system to self-regulate cooling distribution across the air stream. The passive geometric design of the mesh allows automatic fluid distribution and heat exchange without requiring complex digital controls, sensors, or active regulation mechanisms. This self-service approach simplifies the system while maintaining effective temperature control.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Effectively controls temperature and humidity while improving air quality, using environmentally friendly fluids and reducing the risk of virus transmission, and is simple and inexpensive to operate.
Implementation Method 1
Each mesh member is configured to receive the fluid from the hole(s) in a corresponding distribution conduit, and is configured to allow the fluid to flow along its length
Implementation Method 2
The present air conditioning and humidity control system effectively and naturally controls the temperature and humidity of an enclosed room or building
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AI summary
An air conditioning and humidity control system, a kit, and methods of making and using the same are disclosed. The air conditioning and humidity control system includes a main conduit, distribution conduits joined to the main conduit, one or more mesh members, one or more troughs or pans below the mesh member(s), and a pump. The distribution conduits receive a fluid from the main conduit and include one or more holes to distribute the fluid. The mesh member(s) receive the fluid from the distribution conduits, and allow the fluid to flow along its length. The trough(s) or pan(s) collect the fluid from the mesh member(s). The pump receives the fluid from the trough(s) or pan(s) and pumps the fluid to/through the main conduit. The air conditioning and humidity control system effectively controls the temperature and humidity of an enclosed room or building, improves air quality, is simple and inexpensive to make and operate, and avoids use of greenhouse gases.