Downspout Water Flow Device with Debris Filter
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Solution Overview
Problem
Homeowners face challenges in maintaining the water level of residential swimming pools, particularly when using well systems with limited water capacity, leading to strain on filtration systems and high costs from external water supplies. Additionally, rainwater from gutters often goes undirected, causing flooding and potential property damage.
Innovation Solution
A water flow device comprising a tubing with an inlet end attachable to a downspout and an outlet end that directs rainwater into a designated location, such as a swimming pool, garden, or away from the structure to prevent damage. The device may include a filter to remove debris and contaminants from the rainwater.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If rainwater is directed into the pool, then the need for external water supplies is reduced, but the risk of introducing contaminants and debris increases
Solution Approach 1:
A filter is introduced as an intermediary component between the rainwater source and the pool. The filter captures debris and contaminants while allowing water to pass through, thus enabling water recovery without introducing harmful substances into the pool system.
2Quantity of substance
If rainwater collection system is implemented, then external water supply costs are reduced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The rainwater collection system is divided into separate functional components: a tubing for water transport, a filter for contamination removal, and attachment mechanisms for integration with existing gutter systems. This segmentation allows for easier installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting while achieving the goal of reducing external water supply dependence.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If filtration is added to the tubing, then water quality is improved, but the device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The filter is designed to be integrated into the tubing system in a way that requires minimal additional components or complex assembly. The filter captures contaminants automatically as water flows through, utilizing the existing water pressure and flow path without requiring external power sources or complex control mechanisms.
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
The water flow device effectively recovers and directs rainwater to alleviate the need for external water supplies, reducing strain on filtration systems and lowering costs while also preventing water damage to properties.
Implementation Method 1
The device may include a filter to remove debris and contaminants from the rainwater
Data Source
AI summary
A water flow device consisting of: a tubing, the tubing comprising an inlet end, and an outlet end; an attachment means on the inlet end, the attachment means configured to attach the inlet end to the outer surface of a downspout of a gutter. A water flow device comprising: a tubing, the tubing comprising an inlet end, and an outlet end; an attachment means on the inlet end, the attachment means configured to attach the inlet end to the outer surface of a downspout of a gutter; a filter located on the tubing, the filter configured to filter the liquid exiting the tubing.