Combinational Valve System with Inline Tee for Firefighting Flow Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional valves with high water pressure systems face inefficiencies in controlling fluid flow, particularly in fire fighting applications where large main ports make it difficult to access and manage water effectively, leading to unnecessary multiple valve sizes.
Innovation Solution
A combinational valve system comprising a channel member with two fluidly connected ports, a ball valve for the primary port, and an inline tee valve for the secondary port, allowing for efficient control and multiple exit points, including a lightweight design and secure sealing mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a large diameter main port is used in high pressure valve systems, then water flow capability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates because users cannot easily access and manage water through the large port
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the single large main port into multiple smaller secondary ports through an inline tee configuration. This segmentation allows users to access and manage water through smaller, more manageable ports while maintaining the overall water flow capability of the system through the combined area of multiple ports.
2Quantity of substance
If a large diameter shut-off valve is used to match the main port, then water flow capability is improved, but device complexity increases due to unnecessary multiple valve sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the secondary ports universal by using the same diameter as standard fire fighting hoses, allowing the same valve size to be used for both the main port and secondary ports. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for multiple different valve sizes and simplifies the overall system.
3Device complexity
If a single main port valve is used, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability deteriorates because multiple exit options are not available
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the single flow path into multiple exit paths by incorporating an inline tee with secondary ports. This allows water to be directed to multiple locations simultaneously or selectively, providing adaptability for different operational scenarios while maintaining a relatively simple valve configuration.
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AI summary
A combinational valve system for efficiently controlling the flow of a fluid through a valve. The combinational valve system includes a channel member including a first port and a second port fluidly connected to the first port, a first valve member attached to the channel member and a second valve member attached to the channel member. The first valve member regulates a flow of the fluid through the first port and the second valve member regulates a flow of the fluid through the second port.