Dual-Jet Fluid Output Machine for Multi-Zone Fire Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing fire-fighting devices struggle to simultaneously and effectively direct fluid jets to multiple areas of interest during a fire, requiring multiple machines and increasing intervention time and risk to operators.

Innovation Solution

A machine that outputs two independent jets of fluid, one via atomizing nozzles and another via an orientable output mouth, controlled remotely, allowing precise directionality and independent operation of both jets.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a single fire-fighting device with spray nozzles is used, then the device structure is simplified, but it cannot simultaneously direct fluid jets to multiple areas of interest

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to act on multiple areasVSAvoiddevice structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The fire-fighting device is segmented into multiple independent fluid jet output units, each capable of being directed toward different areas of interest. The device includes a first fluid jet unit with spray nozzles and a second fluid jet unit with a directional outlet, allowing simultaneous action on multiple fire zones while maintaining a unified device structure

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The device is designed with multi-functionality by incorporating both atomizing spray nozzles for general area coverage and a directional fluid jet unit for targeted intervention. This universal design allows a single device to perform multiple fire-fighting functions that previously required separate devices

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple fire-fighting devices are used to cover different areas, then the coverage capability is improved, but the overall dimensions and material requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecoverage of multiple areasVSAvoidoverall dimensions

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSLength of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple fire-fighting functions are merged into a single integrated device. The first fluid jet unit with spray nozzles and the second fluid jet unit with directional outlet are combined in one device, eliminating the need for multiple separate devices and reducing overall dimensions while maintaining comprehensive coverage capability

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple fire-fighting devices are deployed, then the area coverage is improved, but the intervention time and personnel requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesimultaneous action on multiple areasVSAvoidintervention time

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The device incorporates directional control mechanisms that allow dynamic adjustment of fluid jet directions. The second fluid jet unit can be oriented toward different areas of interest, and the spray nozzles can be positioned to cover various zones, enabling the device to adaptively respond to changing fire conditions and multiple target areas

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Ease of operation

If operators directly control fire-fighting devices, then the control precision is improved, but the risk to operators increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecontrol precisionVSAvoidrisk to operators

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The device incorporates automated or remotely-controlled directional adjustment mechanisms that replace direct manual mechanical control by operators. The directional outlet and spray nozzle positioning can be adjusted through control systems that reduce operator exposure to harmful fire environments while maintaining control precision

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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

Reduces intervention time by enabling simultaneous action on multiple fire areas with enhanced directionality and reduces operator risk through remote control.

Implementation Method 1

blowing means operatively associated to the tubular body for generating an air flow along a propagation direction of the air, which one goes from the inlet opening towards the outlet opening

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectAir flow generation:

Implementation Method 2

the plurality of atomizing nozzles are operatively associated to the outlet opening of the tubular body so as to spray at least a first jet of fluid towards the air flow generated along the propagation direction by the blowing means

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectAtomization:

Data Source

PatentEP3894088B1A machine for outputting at least one jet of fluid and corresponding method

Publication Date: 2025.09.03 TECHNOALPIN HLDG SPA

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AI summary

A machine (1) for outputting at least one jet of fluid comprises a tubular body (2), blowing means (5) operatively associated to the tubular body (2) for generating an air flow along a propagation direction (P), and a plurality of atomizing nozzles (6) operatively associated to the tubular body (2) so as to spray at least a first jet of fluid towards the air flow. Additionally, the machine (1) comprises an output mouth (7) positioned at an external surface (8) of said tubular body (2) for spraying a second jet of fluid substantially along a longitudinal direction (L) parallel to said propagation direction (P), and first orientation means (9) for orientating the output mouth (7) so as to vary the inclination of said longitudinal direction (L) of the second jet of fluid with respect to a direction parallel to said propagation direction (P) and passing through said output mouth (7).