Cylindrical Air Outlet Structure for Intuitive Wind Direction Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wind direction adjustment apparatuses require complex mechanisms for interlocking ventilation blocking members and are not intuitive to operate, limiting design flexibility and user experience.
Innovation Solution
A wind direction adjustment apparatus with a cylindrical case body and a movable wind direction adjustment body that adjusts direction by changing the ratio of ventilation between the body and case, combined with a pivotable fin for enhanced control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If multiple ventilation blocking members are mechanically interlocked to adjust wind direction, then the wind direction can be adjusted, but the mechanism becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The wind direction adjustment function is segmented into multiple independent flow paths, each with its own ventilation blocking member. These members operate independently rather than being mechanically interlocked, simplifying the overall mechanism while maintaining adjustable wind direction capability through selective opening/closing of different flow paths
Solution Approach 2:
The ventilation blocking members are designed to be movable between opened and closed states dynamically, allowing flexible wind direction adjustment. The operation section enables dynamic control of each blocking member's position, creating a dynamic flow path configuration system without complex mechanical linkages
2Ease of operation
If multiple ventilation blocking members are used to adjust wind direction, then the adjustment function is achieved, but the operation becomes less intuitive
Solution Approach 1:
An operation section serves as an intermediary between the user and the ventilation blocking members. This operation section provides intuitive control inputs that correspond directly to desired wind direction adjustments, mediating the complex internal flow path changes through a simple, user-friendly interface
Solution Approach 2:
The operation section provides universal control for multiple ventilation blocking members through a single interface. Instead of requiring separate controls for each blocking member, the unified operation section manages all flow path configurations, making the operation more intuitive and easier to understand
3Ease of operation
If fins are used near the air outlet for wind direction adjustment, then the wind direction can be changed, but the opening dimension must be increased and the fins become visible
Solution Approach 1:
The ventilation blocking members are nested within the case body's internal flow paths rather than being positioned externally near the air outlet. This nesting allows the blocking members to remain hidden inside the housing while still effectively controlling wind direction, eliminating the need for visible external fins
Solution Approach 2:
The wind direction adjustment mechanism is moved from the external dimension (near the air outlet where fins would be visible) to the internal dimension (within the case body's flow paths). This dimensional shift allows the adjustment mechanism to function effectively while remaining concealed, improving the overall appearance
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AI summary
Provided is a wind direction adjustment apparatus capable of adjusting a wind direction with a simple configuration while improving an appearance. A wind direction adjustment apparatus 1 includes a cylindrical case body 3 whose one end side is contracted in a predetermined direction, and through which air passes from the other end side to the one end side. The wind direction adjustment apparatus 1 includes a cylindrical wind direction adjustment body 26 disposed to be movable in at least the predetermined direction inside the one end side of the case body 3.