Electrostatic Water Atomizer Circuit Integration for Compact Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrostatic atomizing apparatuses face challenges in reducing manufacturing costs and downsizing due to complex assembly requirements and separate construction of the atomization block and high voltage supply, leading to increased size and complexity.
Innovation Solution
The integration of the discharge electrode, high voltage supply, and blower onto a single circuit substrate simplifies assembly and enables downsizing by eliminating the need for separate components and harnesses, allowing for a unified and compact design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If the atomization block and high voltage supply are physically separated and separately built in the case, then each component can be independently designed and manufactured, but the assembly complexity increases and manufacturing cost rises
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the atomization block and high voltage supply into a single integrated unit that is built in the case as one component. This merging eliminates the need for separate assembly of multiple blocks, reducing assembly complexity and manufacturing cost while maintaining independent design capabilities through modular integration.
2Ease of manufacture
If the atomization block and high voltage supply are physically separated and separately built in the case, then each component can be independently designed, but the case shape becomes complicated and size increases
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the atomization block and high voltage supply into a single unit, the patent reduces the overall volume required in the case. The merged component occupies less space than two separate blocks would require, enabling case downsizing while preserving independent design and manufacturing capabilities.
3Ease of manufacture
If the atomization block and high voltage supply are separately built in the case, then electrical connection can be made through harness attachment, but the assembly process becomes complicated and manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the atomization block and high voltage supply into one integrated component, eliminating the need for separate electrical connection through harness attachment. This integration streamlines the assembly process, improving productivity by removing unnecessary connection steps while maintaining electrical connection functionality within the unified structure.
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
This configuration facilitates easier assembly, reduces manufacturing costs, and miniaturizes the electrostatic atomizing apparatus while maintaining effective electrostatic atomization performance.
Implementation Method 1
a high voltage supply for generating a high intensity electric field to electrostatically atomize the water supplied to the discharge electrode
Implementation Method 2
a blower configured to cool the heat-dissipating electrical conductor
Data Source
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AI summary
An electrostatic atomizing apparatus (1) is provided with a discharge electrode (2), a water feeder (3) for supplying water to the electrode (2), and a high voltage supply (4) configured to generate a high intensity electric field to electrostatically atomize the water supplied to the discharge electrode (4). The electrode (2) and the high voltage supply (4) are held by an identical circuit substrate (5).