Cylindrical Decontamination Device with Multi-Directional Blowers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing decontamination devices lack an effective cylindrical design with integrated blowers to efficiently remove dust and particles from users, particularly in a vertically oriented configuration.
Innovation Solution
A cylindrical decontamination device with a vertically oriented entrance, featuring three integrated blowers: a downward-facing blower to blow air over the user, a lateral blower to dislodge dust and particles, and a third blower oriented to expel dust and particles outwardly through an exhaust.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If a rectangular housing with blowers is used for decontamination, then decontamination function is provided, but the device lacks efficient cylindrical design with vertically oriented configuration
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies spheroidality by transitioning from a rectangular housing to a cylindrical housing configuration. The cylindrical shape provides aerodynamic advantages for air flow patterns and enables the vertically oriented design that improves decontamination efficiency while maintaining manufacturability through standard cylindrical fabrication processes
2Reliability
If multiple blowers are integrated into the cylinder, then decontamination effectiveness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the decontamination function into three separate blowers, each performing a specific function: one blower for downward air flow, one for lateral air flow, and one for outward air flow through the exhaust. This segmentation allows each blower to be optimized for its specific task while working together to achieve comprehensive decontamination effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies universality by designing the cylindrical housing to serve multiple functions: it acts as the structural enclosure, the air flow channel, and the mounting structure for all three blowers. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional components and integrates the blowers efficiently within the cylindrical structure
3Ease of operation
If vertically oriented cylinder is used, then user accommodation is improved, but internal space for blower integration is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dimensionality change by utilizing the vertical dimension of the cylindrical housing to accommodate the user's standing position, while arranging the three blowers in different angular positions around the cylinder's circumference. This spatial arrangement in three dimensions allows both user accommodation and blower integration without compromising either function
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively removes dust and particles from users by utilizing a combination of downward and lateral air flows, ensuring thorough decontamination while maintaining a clean environment.
Implementation Method 1
A first blower is integrated into the cylinder to urge air to flow downwardly over the user when the user is standing in the cylinder for blowing dust and particles off of the user
Implementation Method 2
A second blower is integrated into the cylinder which blows air laterally onto the user when the user is standing in the cylinder for blowing dust and particles off of the user
Implementation Method 3
A third blower is integrated into the cylinder that has a direction of flow that is colinear with the direction of flow of the first blower to blow the dust and particles from the user outwardly through the exhaust
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AI summary
A bodily decontamination device includes a cylinder that has an entrance extending into an interior of the cylinder to accommodate a user. The cylinder is vertically oriented to facilitate the user to stand in the cylinder. A first blower is integrated into the cylinder to urge air to flow downwardly over the user when the user is standing in the cylinder for blowing dust and particles off of the user. A second blower is integrated into the cylinder which blows air laterally onto the user when the user is standing in the cylinder for blowing dust and particles off of the user. A third blower is integrated into the cylinder that has a direction of flow that is colinear with the direction of flow of the first blower to blow the dust and particles from the user outwardly through the exhaust.