Close-loop temperature equalization device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing close-loop temperature equalization devices lack interfaces for observation and maintenance, and do not incorporate active auxiliary devices to enhance thermal energy transmission from natural heat storage bodies to temperature differentiation bodies.
Innovation Solution
A close-loop temperature equalization device with a heat gaining device installed in a natural heat storage body, utilizing a heat exchange fluid that flows through a pipeline structure and a heat releasing device, equipped with an operation port, sealing plug, auxiliary heating/cooling device, auxiliary fluid pump, temperature sensing devices, and an electric energy control unit to facilitate active operation and efficient thermal energy transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a passive close-loop pipeline structure is used for thermal energy transmission, then the device complexity is reduced, but the thermal energy transmission efficiency and controllability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The system utilizes natural convection currents where heated fluid rises and cooled fluid descends automatically, enabling the thermal energy transmission system to self-regulate without external control mechanisms, thus maintaining simplicity while improving efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs phase change materials that undergo phase transitions (solid-liquid-gas) at specific temperature thresholds, automatically adjusting thermal conductivity and heat capacity parameters to enhance transmission efficiency without adding complex control systems
2Device complexity
If no auxiliary devices are installed in the close-loop temperature equalization device, then the device complexity is reduced, but the thermal energy transmission capability and system control deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
Heat exchange fluids serve as intermediaries between the natural heat storage body and the temperature differentiation body, facilitating thermal energy transmission without requiring direct contact or complex mechanical transmission components
Solution Approach 2:
The system utilizes phase change materials that transition between solid, liquid, and gas phases to absorb and release thermal energy at critical points in the cycle, enhancing transmission capability through latent heat storage without requiring additional active control devices
3Device complexity
If interfaces for observation and maintenance are not provided, then the device complexity is reduced, but the ease of operation and maintenance deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The closed-loop system is divided into modular segments with standardized connection interfaces, allowing individual components to be accessed, observed, and maintained independently without disassembling the entire system
Solution Approach 2:
The pipeline structure incorporates multi-functional elements that serve both thermal transmission and maintenance access purposes, such as inspection ports integrated into heat exchange sections, eliminating the need for separate observation interfaces
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 efficient thermal energy transmission to temperature differentiation bodies, providing interfaces for observation and maintenance, and enhancing the stability and control of the thermal energy transfer process.
Implementation Method 1
the heat exchange fluid (104) in the heat gaining device (101) is enabled to flow through a heat releasing device (201) and a pipeline structure (401)
Implementation Method 2
transmit thermal energy to a heat exchange fluid (104) passing a heat gaining device (101)
Implementation Method 3
with the cold descending/hot ascending effect of the temperature equalized heat exchange fluid (104)
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a close-loop temperature equalization device utilizing the heat exchange fluid for transmitting thermal energy of a natural thermal energy storage body to an external temperature differentiation body, and is provided with one or more than one of following structural devices, including: 1) installing an operation port (111) and a sealing plug (110) at the upper end of the top corner of a close-loop flowpath at a higher location of the heat releasing device (201); 2) forming an outward-expanding arc-shaped flowpath structure at turning locations of the close-type flowpath; 3) installing an auxiliary heating/cooling device (115); 4) installing an auxiliary fluid pump (107); 5) installing a heat exchange fluid temperature sensing device (TS201); 6) installing an environment temperature sensing device (TS202); and 7) installing an electric energy control unit (ECU200).