Double-Flow Heat Exchanger With Sensor-Based Flow Modulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional double flow circuit heat exchange apparatuses lack the ability to automatically modulate fluid flow rates, temperature distributions, and humidity levels, leading to suboptimal heat exchange efficiency due to fixed flow speeds and inability to adapt to fluid composition differences.
Innovation Solution
The integration of automatic fluid flow rate modulation, temperature detecting devices, humidity detecting devices, and gaseous or liquid state fluid composition detecting devices within the fixed type double flow circuit heat exchange apparatus, allowing for real-time control of fluid flow rates and compositions using bidirectional or unidirectional pumps and an operative control device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a fixed flow speed is used in conventional heat exchange apparatus, then the device structure is simple and easy to operate, but the heat exchange efficiency is suboptimal due to inability to adapt to temperature and humidity differences
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by replacing the fixed flow speed mechanism with a variable flow rate modulation system. The fluid pumping device can dynamically adjust the flow rate of heat exchange fluid based on detected temperature and humidity differences, transforming the static system into a dynamic one that adapts to changing conditions, thereby resolving the contradiction between simple structure and high efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the flow rate parameter of the heat exchange fluid from a fixed value to a variable parameter that can be modulated in real-time. By detecting temperature and humidity differences and adjusting the flow rate accordingly, the system optimizes heat exchange efficiency without requiring complete structural redesign, thus balancing efficiency improvement with structural complexity.
2Loss of energy
If automatic flow rate modulation is added to improve heat exchange efficiency, then energy savings increase, but the device complexity increases due to additional detecting devices and control systems
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback control by using detecting devices to monitor temperature and humidity differences in real-time and feeding this information back to the fluid pumping device. The control system automatically adjusts the flow rate based on this feedback, creating a closed-loop system that optimizes energy efficiency while managing complexity through automated control rather than manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies self-service by enabling the heat exchange apparatus to automatically regulate its own flow rate without external intervention. The detecting devices and control system work together to autonomously optimize heat exchange performance based on real-time conditions, reducing the need for external control and minimizing operational complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the heat exchanger is coated with moisture absorbing material or given dehumidification function, then the total heat exchange function includes dehumidification effect, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing the heat exchanger to perform multiple functions simultaneously - both heat exchange and dehumidification. By coating the heat exchanger with moisture-absorbing material or integrating dehumidification functionality, a single component serves dual purposes, increasing functional versatility while avoiding the need for separate dehumidification equipment and the associated manufacturing complexity.
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
Enhances heat exchange efficiency by dynamically adjusting fluid flow rates and compositions based on detected parameters, improving energy savings and matching temperature and humidity differences.
Implementation Method 1
heat exchange apparatus
Implementation Method 2
fluid flow through heat exchanger
Implementation Method 3
coated with penetrating type or absorbing type moisture absorbing material
Implementation Method 4
moisture absorbing material
Data Source
AI summary
A heat exchange apparatus has four fluid ports through which a heat exchange fluid is pumped into and out of the heat exchange apparatus. First and fourth ones of the fluid sorts are on a first side of the heat exchange apparatus and second and third ones of the fluid ports (are on a second side of the heat exchange apparatus. At least two fluid pumps form a double flow circuit fluid pumping device for pumping the fluid in the first direction from the first fluid port to the second fluid port and in the second direction from the third fluid port to the fourth fluid port. One or more of a temperature detecting device, humidity detecting device, and gaseous or liquid state fluid composition detecting device are installed at a position capable of detecting the temperature, humidity, and fluid composition changes of the exchange fluid. The detected signals are used as references for modulating the pumping flow rate of exchange fluid.