Temperature control system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional temperature control systems for buildings, such as heat pumps and split systems, often occupy large spaces, limiting usable area in commercial and residential buildings, especially in areas with limited square footage.
Innovation Solution
A compact temperature control system comprising a water-cooled condenser unit and multiple fan coil units that can be mounted near the ceiling, allowing for multi-zone temperature control and maximizing floor space by utilizing less common upper areas for installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If traditional heat pump units are used for temperature control, then temperature control function is achieved, but large amount of space is occupied
Solution Approach 1:
The temperature control system is divided into separate components: a compact condensing unit and one or more fan coil units. This segmentation allows the condensing unit to be small and placed in limited spaces, while the fan coil units are distributed to different zones, achieving both temperature control and space savings.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a single large floor-standing unit to a multi-dimensional configuration where the condensing unit can be mounted on walls or ceilings, and fan coil units are positioned in various locations. This dimensional change allows utilization of vertical and wall spaces, reducing floor space occupation.
2Temperature
If heat pumps are stored in dedicated closets, then temperature control is maintained, but building layout options are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The fan coil units can serve multiple functions: they provide temperature control in their respective zones and can also be positioned to optimize building layout. The system's modular nature allows it to adapt to various building configurations, whether closets are available or not, enhancing layout flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
By separating the condensing unit from the fan coil units, the system allows the fan coil units to be placed in multiple locations including closets, hallways, or directly in rooms. This segmentation provides versatility in building layout options while maintaining temperature control functionality.
3Area of stationary object
If a single condenser unit controls multiple zones, then system compactness is improved, but control complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the temperature control into multiple independent fan coil units, each capable of independent operation. This segmentation allows a single compact condensing unit to control multiple zones without increasing overall system footprint, while the modular fan coil units simplify control by allowing independent operation of each zone.
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 provides efficient space-saving solutions by allowing for multi-zone temperature control from a single condenser unit, reducing the footprint of temperature control systems and enabling the use of valuable floor space for other purposes while maintaining energy efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
A temperature control system may be provided, comprising a water-cooled condenser unit (CU)
Implementation Method 2
one, two or more fan coil units (FCUs)
Data Source
AI summary
A compact temperature control system is provided for use within a building. The temperature control system may be designed with a floor-saving design that causes a condenser unit (CU) and a fan coil unit (FCU) to be supported at or near the ceiling. The temperature control system may allow for multi-zone temperature control by connecting multiple FCUs to a CU.