Ball-Joint Water Outlet Structure for Upward Splash-Free Discharge
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing water outlet devices are inconvenient for users as they require manual adjustment of the ball to change the water outlet direction, making it difficult to rinse the mouth or wash the face effectively.
Innovation Solution
A water outlet device with two water ports forming a 90° angle in the water channel, featuring a first and second ball rotatably connected to the water supply and outlet components, allowing for flexible adjustment of the water outlet direction, including upward and downward discharge.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the ball is rotatably connected to change water outlet direction, then the water outlet direction can be adjusted, but users have to manually receive water which is extremely inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The ball rod is designed to be dynamically adjustable with two balls that can rotate independently, allowing the water outlet direction to change from horizontal to upward discharge. This dynamic structure enables the faucet to adapt to different usage scenarios (drinking vs. face washing) without manual intervention for water reception
Solution Approach 2:
The invention adds a vertical dimension to the water outlet by enabling upward water discharge through the 90-degree angled water ports. This dimensional change allows water to be discharged upward for direct drinking without requiring users to manually receive water from a horizontal outlet
2Ease of manufacture
If the angle between two water ports is not 90 degrees, then the structure may be simpler, but water splashing occurs during upward or downward discharge
Solution Approach 1:
The invention specifies a precise 90-degree angle between the two water ports in the ball rod. This parameter optimization ensures that when water flows through the vertically oriented port after rotation, it discharges upward without splashing. The 90-degree angle creates optimal flow alignment that prevents harmful splashing while maintaining manufacturing feasibility
3Device complexity
If only one ball is used in the ball rod, then the device complexity is reduced, but the water outlet direction cannot be adjusted to upward position
Solution Approach 1:
The ball rod is segmented into two independent rotational joints with two balls positioned at different locations. The first ball controls rotation in one plane while the second ball controls rotation in another plane, creating a segmented control system that achieves comprehensive directional adjustment capability including upward discharge position
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
Enables convenient and splash-free water discharge in any direction, accommodating user habits and preventing water from splashing during upward or downward use.
Implementation Method 1
a first ball is arranged on a first ball rod and is rotatably connected to a water supply device or a water outlet component
Implementation Method 2
the ball is rotatably connected to a water outlet end or a water inlet end to change the water outlet direction
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AI summary
A water outlet device includes a ball component. The ball component comprises a ball rod and a ball. Two water ports and a water channel located between the two water ports are sequentially formed in the ball rod. An angle is formed between the directions of the two water ports. The ball is arranged on at least one water port. The water channel penetrates through the ball. The two water ports having an angle formed between water flow directions thereof are formed in the water channel of the bail rod, so that the water outlet direction of the water outlet device can be adjusted to be upward, and the water outlet angle can be adjusted to some extent.