Angular Filter Segments with Support Element for Gas Filtration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gas filtration systems face challenges in maintaining structural stability and preventing fluid flow impairment due to the arrangement of filter segments, which can lead to vibrations and reduced service life.
Innovation Solution
A filter element with a filter medium body composed of multiple segments forming an angle, featuring a support element in the intermediate space between segments to maintain distance and stability, and a support grid or clamp for secure housing integration, ensuring defined fluid flow and preventing segment compression.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If filter segments are arranged in a straight line, then the structure is simple, but the filter element lacks stability and is prone to vibrations
Solution Approach 1:
The filter medium body is divided into multiple filter segments (first, second, third filter segments) that form an angular arrangement rather than a straight line. This segmentation creates a more stable structural configuration that reduces vibrations while maintaining manufacturing simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The filter segments are arranged in an angular configuration instead of a linear arrangement, introducing a dimensional change in the spatial layout. This angular arrangement enhances structural stability and reduces vibrations without significantly increasing device complexity.
2Productivity
If filter segments are placed close to each other, then the structure is compact, but fluid flow through lateral surfaces is impaired
Solution Approach 1:
A support element is introduced as an intermediary component between the first and second filter segments. This support element maintains an intermediate space that prevents the segments from being pressed together, ensuring unimpaired fluid flow through the lateral surfaces while keeping the overall structure compact.
Solution Approach 2:
The support element is specifically positioned at the intermediate space between adjacent filter segments where fluid flow is critical. This localized intervention ensures optimal fluid flow characteristics without requiring changes to the entire filter element structure.
3Reliability
If support element is not provided, then the structure is simple, but filter segments are pressed together by pressure difference
Solution Approach 1:
The support element acts as a mediator between the pressure differential forces and the filter segments. It prevents the filter segments from being pressed together by the pressure difference between inflow and outflow sides, ensuring reliable operation while adding minimal structural complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The support element is pre-positioned to counteract the pressing force that would otherwise occur due to the pressure difference. This preliminary anti-action prevents the filter segments from being compressed together, maintaining reliable fluid flow paths.
4Productivity
If filter segments are retained at distance, then fluid flow is maintained, but structural support is required
Solution Approach 1:
The support element serves as an intermediary structure that maintains the necessary distance between filter segments. It provides the minimal structural support needed to retain segments at the correct spacing, enabling fluid flow through lateral surfaces without excessive complexity.
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AI summary
A filter element has a filter medium body with a plurality of filter segments that are joined to one another, of which at least two filter segments run adjacent and delimit an interposing intermediate space in which a support element is arranged for support on a housing component.