Collapsible Fluid Dispensing Chamber Design
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing dispensing systems for fluids, such as food substances and detergents, are complex, costly to produce, and have reliability issues due to their construction complexity and connection to containers.
Innovation Solution
A simplified dispensing system with a collapsible chamber and valve mechanism, where the collapsible chamber is defined by elastically yielding portions coupled with a container, using heat sealing or adhesive connections to reduce complexity and production costs, and improve reliability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional dispensing devices with multiple valve means and complex coupling mechanisms are used, then the dispensing function is achieved, but the device complexity increases and reliability decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the coupling mechanism and valve means into a single integrated component. The coupling mechanism directly forms part of the dispensing device structure, eliminating separate coupling components. The valve means are integrated into the chamber structure, reducing the number of discrete parts and improving reliability by reducing connection points that could fail.
Solution Approach 2:
The collapsible chamber serves multiple functions: it acts as the dispensing container, the coupling mechanism, and houses the valve means. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components, simplifying the overall construction while maintaining reliable fluid control and container connection.
2Productivity
If traditional dispensing devices with multiple components are used, then the dispensing function is achieved, but production costs and times increase
Solution Approach 1:
By combining multiple components into integrated structures, the patent reduces the number of assembly steps required during production. The integrated coupling mechanism and valve means can be manufactured as single pieces or pre-assembled units, significantly reducing production time and complexity while maintaining full dispensing functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the dispensing system into modular components (collapsible chamber, coupling mechanism, valve means) that can be manufactured separately and then quickly assembled. This segmentation allows for parallel production of components and simplifies the assembly process, reducing overall production time while maintaining construction simplicity.
3Ease of operation
If complex valve means and coupling mechanisms are used, then fluid control is achieved, but the number of parts increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple valve means into a single integrated valve structure that controls fluid flow from the container through the collapsible chamber. This integration maintains effective fluid control while reducing the quantity of discrete parts, as the combined valve structure performs multiple flow control functions that would otherwise require separate valve components.
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 simplifies construction, reduces production times and costs, and enhances reliability and efficiency by using a more straightforward design and connection method, ensuring effective fluid dispensing.
Implementation Method 1
a collapsible chamber (20) defined by a first portion (30) and by a second portion (40) which are coupled with one another in such a way that together they define said chamber (20), wherein said first portion (30) comprises an elastically yielding area (32)
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AI summary
The present invention concerns a system (1) for dispensing a fluid, comprising a container (C) for the fluid and a device (10) for dispensing the fluid. The device (10) comprises a collapsible chamber which defines a volume suited to receive a quantity of the fluid to be dispensed. The chamber is defined by a first portion (30) and by a second portion (40) mutually coupled with each other, wherein the first portion (30) comprises an area connected to the container (C) and the second portion (40) is constituted by a portion of the container (C).