Cyclone Cleaner Layout With Nested Suction for Compact Separation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cyclonic vacuum cleaners have a larger volume due to the separate positioning of suction and cyclonic separating devices, which affects their usability and design.
Innovation Solution
The cyclonic vacuum cleaner design integrates the suction device partially into the cyclonic separating device's chamber, allowing for a coaxial arrangement and shared space, with an optional central filter for enhanced dust separation, and can feature a multi-stage cyclonic separating system for improved efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the suction device is positioned separately from the cyclonic separating device (above or below), then the dust separation effect is guaranteed, but the overall volume of the vacuum cleaner increases
Solution Approach 1:
The suction device and cyclonic separating device are merged into a single integrated structure where the suction device is positioned within the cyclonic separating device's chamber. The suction device's air inlet communicates with the cyclone separator's air outlet, creating a compact unified system that maintains separation functionality while reducing overall volume.
Solution Approach 2:
The suction device is nested inside the cyclonic separating device's chamber body. Specifically, the suction device is positioned such that it is surrounded by the cyclonic air flow path, with its air inlet receiving air from the cyclone separator's outlet. This nesting arrangement allows one functional component to be housed within another, significantly reducing the total volume occupied by both devices.
2Reliability
If the inner chamber of the cyclone separator is made longer to guarantee separation effect, then the dust separation effect improves, but the volume of the vacuum cleaner increases
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of extending the cyclone separator's inner chamber in the axial direction (one dimension), the suction device is positioned radially within the existing chamber space. The suction device's air inlet is arranged to receive air from the cyclone outlet while being surrounded by the cyclonic air flow, utilizing the radial dimension to achieve compact integration without compromising separation length.
3Volume of stationary object
If the suction device is integrated into the cyclonic separating device, then the volume is reduced, but the structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: the cyclonic separating device performs dust separation while housing the suction device, and the suction device's air inlet doubles as a communication channel receiving air from the cyclone outlet. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components and connections, simplifying the overall structure despite the integrated arrangement.
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
This configuration reduces the overall volume of the vacuum cleaner while maintaining effective dust separation, providing convenience for users and design flexibility.
Implementation Method 1
Under the centrifugal force, the air and dirt are separated; and the dirt including dust and particles are trapped in the dust collecting vessel of the cyclonic separating device 100
Implementation Method 2
The suction device is used to draw in air flow so that air flow enters the cyclone separator for air-solid separation
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a cyclonic vacuum cleaner comprising a main body of vacuum cleaner, in which a cyclonic separating device and a suction device are provided. The cyclonic separating device comprises a chamber body enclosed by a side wall and a base plate, and is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet. After entering the chamber body, air flow swirls along the inner wall of chamber body, forms cyclonic separation air flow and makes air-solid separation. The separated air flow enters the suction device via the air outlet, and the body of the suction device is at least partially inserted into the cyclonic separation air flow. The cyclonic vacuum cleaner of the present invention is featured by reduced volume and compact structure, not only facilitating the use of such product, but also providing more space for the product design while providing the desired dust separation effect.