Device for condensate water recovery and atomization to cool down condenser of household split air conditioner
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing split air conditioners inefficiently utilize condensed water, leading to wasted resources and increased condenser temperatures, which negatively impact cooling efficiency and compressor power consumption.
Innovation Solution
A condenser water recovery and atomization cooling device for household split air conditioners, comprising a condensed water storage tank, a filtering unit, an atomization unit, and a control system, which recovers, filters, and atomizes the condensed water to cool the condenser effectively.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If condensed water is discharged directly to the outdoors, then the drainage system is simple, but the cooling capacity of condensed water is wasted and condenser temperature increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent recovers condensed water that would otherwise be discarded and redirects it to the condenser for cooling purposes. The condensed water collection device captures water from the drain pipe, and the condensed water delivery device transports it to the condenser surface, transforming waste water into a useful cooling resource.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs hydraulic principles to deliver condensed water to the condenser. The condensed water delivery device uses gravity-driven flow and pressure differential to transport water from the collection point to the condenser surface, utilizing fluid dynamics to achieve effective cooling without complex pumping systems.
2Productivity
If condensed water is used to cool the condenser, then cooling efficiency improves, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the condenser cooling system into distinct functional modules: a condensed water collection device with filtration components, a condensed water delivery device with flow control mechanisms, and a condenser surface structure. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and facilitates easier maintenance and troubleshooting.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates self-regulating features where the condensed water delivery device automatically controls water flow based on condenser cooling needs. The filtration system self-cleans through backflush mechanisms, and the overall system requires minimal manual intervention, effectively serving itself.
3Reliability
If condensed water is filtered before use, then condenser scaling and corrosion are reduced, but the filtering unit adds complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs porous filtration materials in the condensed water collection device to remove impurities from the condensed water. These porous structures allow water to pass through while trapping particles that could cause scaling or corrosion, providing effective filtration without requiring complex multi-stage filtering systems.
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 device recovers and purifies condensed water, reducing the risk of condenser scaling and corrosion, while effectively cooling the condenser, thereby enhancing cooling efficiency and reducing compressor power consumption.
Implementation Method 1
an atomization unit, the atomization unit is arranged inside the air conditioner outdoor unit and is arranged directly opposite the condenser
Implementation Method 2
The more heat the refrigerant dissipates at the condenser, the more heat it absorbs when evaporating when passing through the evaporator
Implementation Method 3
A filtering unit, the filtering unit is arranged in the condensed water storage tank
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AI summary
The invention discloses a device for condensate water recovery and atomization to cool the condenser of a household split air conditioner. Includes: an air conditioner outdoor unit with a drain pipe at the bottom and a condensed water storage tank on top, connected to a condensed water inlet pipe; A filter unit is in the storage tank; The condenser is inside the outdoor unit, with an atomization unit installed directly opposite it. The atomization unit is connected to the storage tank, and a temperature sensing unit is on the condenser. The condensate water inlet pipe connects to the outdoor unit's water pipe. The atomization unit uses purified condensate to cool the condenser in stages, avoiding poor refrigeration and increased compressor power consumption due to high condenser temperature.