Electrostatic Collector With Hinged Mounting For Safe Electrode Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrostatic collectors face challenges in safely replacing electrodes, achieving precise positioning, maintaining electrode orientation, and assembling compact, portable devices for efficient particle collection in outdoor environments, particularly due to high voltage requirements and insulation issues.
Innovation Solution
A system with articulated receiving means for the electrostatic collector allows for easy mounting and electrical connection of electrodes, incorporating a support box with movable parts for secure positioning and electrical contact, and structurally distinct assemblies for easy disassembly and reassembly, ensuring precise alignment and efficient particle collection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If high voltage is applied to create strong electric field for particle collection, then collection efficiency is improved, but safety risks and insulation requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electrostatic collector is divided into modular components (discharge electrode assembly, collection electrode assembly, housing) that can be separately handled and safely replaced. This segmentation allows the high voltage component to be isolated during maintenance, reducing safety risks while maintaining collection efficiency during operation.
Solution Approach 2:
Insulating components and protective housings serve as intermediaries between the high voltage discharge electrode and the user/environment. These intermediaries enable the system to operate at high voltages for efficient particle collection while protecting users from direct exposure to harmful high voltage fields.
2Volume of moving object
If discharge electrode is positioned close to collection electrode for compact design, then device portability is improved, but electrical insulation difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The discharge electrode is nested within or positioned in close proximity to the collection electrode, with insulating materials strategically placed between them. This nested arrangement achieves compact device volume while the insulating structures prevent electrical breakdown despite the reduced spacing.
Solution Approach 2:
Thin film insulating materials are used between the discharge and collection electrodes to maintain compact dimensions. These thin insulating barriers provide sufficient electrical insulation for portable, compact designs without requiring large spacing between electrodes.
3Ease of operation
If electrode replacement procedure is simplified for non-specialist use, then ease of operation is improved, but positioning precision may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The electrode assemblies are pre-positioned and pre-assembled with precise spacing and alignment during manufacturing. This preliminary action ensures that when users replace electrodes following simple procedures, the pre-established precise geometry is maintained, combining ease of operation with positioning precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrode assemblies incorporate self-aligning features and standardized connection interfaces that automatically ensure correct positioning during replacement. This self-service mechanism allows non-specialists to perform replacements without specialized tools or knowledge while maintaining precise electrode geometry.
4Manufacturing precision
If multiple assembly stages are required for collector installation, then assembly precision is improved, but installation time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The electrostatic collector is segmented into pre-assembled modules (discharge electrode assembly, collection electrode assembly, housing with integrated components) that can be installed as complete units. This segmentation reduces the number of assembly stages required during installation while maintaining the precision achieved during manufacturing of each module.
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 system simplifies the use and maintenance of electrostatic collectors, enabling safe electrode replacement, precise positioning, and efficient particle collection in compact, portable devices, facilitating easy outdoor use by non-specialists.
Implementation Method 1
A high electric field is induced between the two electrodes under the effect of a potential difference applied between the two electrodes. The electric field ionizes the volume of gas located between the two electrodes, creating a sheath or crown of ionized gas located around the discharge electrode. This phenomenon is called corona discharge.
Implementation Method 2
The gas containing the particles to be separated which is passed between the discharge electrode and the collection electrode then passes through a flow of ions and the particles to be separated are in turn ionized.
Implementation Method 3
Under the effect of electrostatic forces, the charged particles thus created are attracted by the collection electrode on which they are collected.
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AI summary
The invention relates to an electrostatic collection system (10) comprising: a collector (22) comprising: - a tubular collection chamber oriented along a first axis (P1), - an elongate discharge electrode (24) extending along the first axis (P1), - a collecting electrode (26) arranged inside the collection chamber, a housing (12) comprising a first electrical terminal (28) and a second electrical terminal (30), characterised in that the system further comprises receiving means (32) of the collector (22) hingedly connected to move on the housing (12) between a first position for mounting the collector (22) in the receiving means and a second collecting position in which the first electrical terminal (28) electrically connects with the collection electrode (26) and the second electrical terminal electrically connects with the discharge electrode.