Air purifying system and method adapted for movable enclosed space

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Problem

Existing air purifying devices and negative oxygen ion generating devices primarily operate in non-enclosed environments, and there is a lack of technology to effectively enhance air quality in enclosed, moving spaces such as airplanes, ship cabins, or wearable devices, while also protecting electrical equipment from adverse effects of high-concentration negative ions.

Innovation Solution

An air purifying system and method that includes a charged gas generating source, a blowing system, a circulation system, and electrical neutralization devices, designed to generate and circulate charged gas with high concentrations of negative ions within movable enclosed spaces, while preventing damage to electrical equipment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Quantity of substance

If high concentration negative ions are generated in enclosed spaces, then air quality is improved, but electrical equipment may be damaged

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenegative ion concentrationVSAvoiddamage to electrical equipment
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The system divides the enclosed space into two functional zones: a generation zone where negative ions are produced at high concentration, and a protected zone where electrical equipment is shielded from direct exposure. This spatial segmentation allows simultaneous achievement of high air quality and equipment protection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces circulation air as an intermediary carrier that transports negative ions from the generation source to the enclosed space without allowing direct contact between high-concentration ionized air and electrical equipment. This mediator enables ion delivery while preventing harmful effects.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Quantity of substance

If negative oxygen ion generating devices are used in enclosed moving spaces, then air quality enhancement is achieved, but the devices are not adapted for confined environments

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenegative ion concentrationVSAvoidadaptability to enclosed moving spaces
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The system integrates multiple functions into a single compact unit: negative ion generation, air circulation, and equipment protection mechanisms. This multi-functional design enables the device to operate effectively in diverse enclosed moving environments such as vehicles, cabins, and portable spaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs a nested structure where the negative ion generating source is positioned within a circulation system, which in turn is integrated into the enclosed space framework. This nested arrangement maximizes space utilization and ensures proper functioning in confined environments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Quantity of substance

If conventional air purifying devices are used in non-enclosed environments, then they operate effectively, but they cannot maintain high negative ion concentrations in enclosed spaces

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenegative ion concentrationVSAvoideffectiveness in enclosed spaces
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The circulation system continuously recirculates air through the negative ion generation source, maintaining sustained high concentrations of negative ions in the enclosed space. This continuous circulation overcomes the limitation of conventional devices that rely on passive diffusion in open environments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

Solution Approach 2:

The system incorporates sensors to monitor negative ion concentration levels and adjusts the generation and circulation rates accordingly. This feedback mechanism ensures reliable maintenance of target ion concentrations despite variations in enclosed space volume, ventilation, and usage conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The system effectively enhances air quality in enclosed spaces by maintaining high concentrations of negative ions, while ensuring the safety of electrical equipment through electrical neutralization, thereby providing high-quality air and protecting critical equipment.

Implementation Method 1

a charged gas generating source for generating charged gas

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectIonization: Ionisation

Implementation Method 2

a blowing system for blowing the charged gas away from the charged gas generating source

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectForced Convection: Forced Convection

Implementation Method 3

a circulation system for enabling circulation of the charged gas in the movable enclosed space

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectConvection: Convection

Implementation Method 4

one or more electrical neutralization devices disposed in the movable enclosed space to achieve electrical neutralization of the charged gas

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrical Discharge: Electrostatic Discharge

Data Source

PatentUS20250052438A1Air purifying system and method adapted for movable enclosed space
Publication Date: 2025.02.13 CHOU VICKI FEN
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AI summary

Provided are an air purifying system and method adapted for a movable enclosed space. The air purifying system includes a charged gas generating source, a blowing system, a circulation system, and one or more electrical neutralization devices. The electrical neutralization devices are disposed in the movable enclosed space to neutralize charged gas in the movable enclosed space. The charged gas generating source which generates the charged gas with negative ions in high concentration and the electrical neutralization devices disposed in the movable enclosed space not only enable persons in the movable enclosed space to access high-quality air but also preclude any adverse impact of negative ions in high concentration on important electrical equipment.