Condensation Device Stirrer Chamber Nesting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing devices for heat exchange, evaporation, and condensation lack a condensing chamber with a stirrer arranged in the outlet region of the heat exchanger, and they are not adaptable for use in small areas such as residential or commercial spaces.
Innovation Solution
A condensation device comprising a first container with a heat exchanger, a condensing chamber below the heat exchanger, and a stirrer, along with a distillation device that includes this condensation device and a reactor connected by a duct, allowing for efficient condensation and distillation processes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing heat exchange and condensation devices are used, then heat transfer and condensation functions are provided, but the devices are too large and not adaptable for small areas such as residential or commercial spaces
Solution Approach 1:
The condensing chamber is positioned inside the outlet region of the heat exchanger, with the stirrer nested within the condensing chamber. This nested arrangement allows multiple functional components to occupy overlapping spatial volumes, significantly reducing the overall device footprint while maintaining all necessary functions for heat exchange and condensation in compact spaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the heat exchanger outlet region with the condensing chamber, and further integrates the stirrer within the condensing chamber. This consolidation of functions into a single integrated device eliminates the need for separate heat exchange and condensation units, making the system adaptable for installation in small residential or commercial spaces.
2Productivity
If existing condensation devices without stirrer are used, then condensation occurs, but condensate collection and mixing efficiency are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The stirrer within the condensing chamber automatically mixes and circulates the condensate, preventing stagnation and improving collection efficiency without requiring external pumping or additional complex mechanisms. The stirrer's rotation creates natural circulation that enhances condensate movement and collection.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotating stirrer generates mechanical agitation and vortex flow within the condensing chamber, which enhances the mixing and collection of condensate. This mechanical action improves condensate removal efficiency and prevents buildup, maintaining high productivity without adding significant structural complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables efficient condensation and distillation processes, allowing for the recovery of drinking water and the processing of plastic residues and natural oils, while being compact enough for use in small areas.
Implementation Method 1
a heat exchanger housed inside said first container
Implementation Method 2
a condensing chamber below said heat exchanger
Implementation Method 3
a stirrer housed inside said first container
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention corresponds to a condensation device which in turn comprises said condensation device. The condensation device includes a first container (10), a heat exchanger (20) housed inside the first container, a condensing chamber (30) below the heat exchanger and a stirrer (40) housed inside the first container. In an embodiment of the invention, the condensation device also comprises a second container, where both containers have a double wall. Moreover, the containers may include flanges for the inlet and outlet of substances into the containers and the heat exchanger, and for monitoring the substances inside the device.