Air Diffuser with Multi-Directional Vents for Vertical Surface Drying
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing air movement devices are limited in dispersing air along vertical surfaces, requiring specialty equipment and increasing project costs, and current systems focus on injecting air into wall cavities, which is inefficient and costly.
Innovation Solution
An air distribution device with multiple directional vents that redirect air flow to cover a wider area, utilizing existing air movers without additional power or equipment, and is made from molded plastic for durability and ease of sanitation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If standard air movers are used to project air straight out, then the device structure is simple, but the ability to disperse air along vertical surfaces is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The air mover housing is segmented into multiple directional vents (front, rear, left, right vents) that redirect air flow in different directions. This segmentation allows the single device to disperse air along vertical surfaces effectively without requiring multiple separate equipment pieces.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from single-direction horizontal air projection to multi-directional air distribution by adding vertical and lateral vent components. This dimensional expansion enables air to be dispersed along vertical surfaces (walls and ceilings) in addition to horizontal surfaces.
2Productivity
If specialty equipment is used to disperse air along vertical surfaces, then the drying capability is improved, but the project cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The air mover is designed with universal multi-functionality by incorporating multiple directional vents that can disperse air horizontally, vertically upward, and vertically downward. This single device replaces what would traditionally require multiple specialty equipment pieces, reducing project costs while maintaining enhanced drying capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the functions of multiple air movers (front, rear, left, right directional capabilities) into a single integrated device. This consolidation achieves the drying capability of several separate units while eliminating the need for multiple equipment purchases and installations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If injection style tubes are used to push air into wall cavity, then air can be delivered to cavity, but additional equipment and drilling are required
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the air delivery function from the complex injection tube system and integrates it directly into the air mover housing through multiple directional vents. This eliminates the need for separate injection tubes, drilling operations, and associated installation complexity while maintaining the ability to deliver air to wall cavities.
Solution Approach 2:
The air mover is designed to be self-sufficient by incorporating all necessary directional vents and air distribution capabilities within the main housing. The device serves itself by directing air through front, rear, left, and right vents without requiring external injection tubes or additional equipment attachments.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances drying capabilities on large vertical surfaces by expanding evaporation area up to twice the size of existing systems, reducing drying time and cost, while maintaining ease of use and environmental compatibility.
Implementation Method 1
redirecting the air flow utilizing multiple directional vents to channel the air into seven separate columns of air by placing the vents at a 45-degree angle
Implementation Method 2
passing air over surface to draw out moisture from open side of wall surface
Data Source
AI summary
An air mover attachment designed to be securely fastened to an air mover. The air diffuser is equipped with a plurality of directional vents that span from the roof of the housing to the base of the housing allowing the direct of the airflow to be diverted at a particular angle allowing for a wider surface area of air coverage. The roof and the base of the housing are connected on each side with a panel, forming a cylindrical shape that mirrors the cylindrical shape of the air mover. The directional vents are placed at a particular angle that are spaced apart from one another.