Evaporative cooler
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional evaporative coolers face inefficiencies due to the need for precise vertical alignment of evaporative media pads, limited airflow, and unsightly mounting configurations, which reduce cooling capacity and aesthetic appeal.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a pressurized water distribution system that allows for even water distribution to canted evaporative media pads, combined with a weatherproof sealing assembly and a method for easy roof installation, including a dropper system and ribs for secure mounting, enabling flexible installation angles and improved airflow.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If gravity-based water distribution is used, then water distribution simplicity is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements worsen due to need for perfect vertical alignment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies hydraulic principles by using pressurized water distribution through pumps and controlled flow systems. This replaces gravity-based distribution, allowing water to be delivered under pressure to evaporative media pads regardless of their angular position, thereby eliminating the need for perfect vertical alignment while maintaining distribution effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the operating parameters of the water distribution system by introducing pressurization capabilities and adjustable flow control. This allows the system to adapt to different installation angles and positions, decoupling the alignment requirements from the distribution performance
2Volume of moving object
If evaporative media pads are positioned adjacent to housing sides, then device compactness is improved, but airflow worsens due to restricted air intake
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces angled louvers that create three-dimensional airflow pathways, allowing air to enter from multiple directions and angles. This dimensional approach to airflow management enables compact positioning of evaporative media pads while maintaining sufficient air intake by utilizing angular and radial flow patterns rather than simple linear paths
3Ease of manufacture
If traditional mounting configurations are used, then installation simplicity is improved, but aesthetics worsen due to unsightly appearance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs adjustable and adaptable mounting configurations that can be dynamically positioned at various angles. The system includes adjustable louvers and mounting brackets that allow the evaporative cooler to be installed in aesthetically pleasing orientations while maintaining functional performance, eliminating the need for fixed, potentially unsightly standard configurations
4Adaptability or versatility
If canted evaporative media pads are used, then adaptability to different installation angles is improved, but water distribution efficiency worsens without pressurization
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses pressurized hydraulic systems to deliver water to canted evaporative media pads. The pressurization ensures that water flow reaches pads at various angles with sufficient force and distribution, maintaining productivity and efficiency regardless of the pad orientation or installation angle
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 solution enhances cooling efficiency by up to 24% and allows for more attractive, compact evaporative cooler designs that can be installed at various angles, improving both performance and aesthetics.
Implementation Method 1
a pressurized water distribution system that provides even water distribution to evaporative media pads within the evaporative cooler
Implementation Method 2
Evaporative coolers reduce the temperature of air through direct evaporative cooling. To achieve cooling, air is drawn through the sides of the housing of the evaporative cooler and over one or more wet evaporative media pads, thereby evaporating water within the evaporative media pads and reducing the temperature of the passing air.
Implementation Method 3
water from a reservoir at the bottom of the evaporative cooler is drawn to the top of the evaporative cooler by a pump
Implementation Method 4
from where the water is distributed by gravity through a limited number of distribution holes downward and into the evaporative media pads
Data Source
AI summary
An evaporative cooler having a pressurized water distribution system that provides even water distribution to evaporative media pads within the evaporative cooler, even when the evaporative pads are canted and/or are not in perfect alignment. In one embodiment, the evaporative cooler includes a weatherproof sealing assembly that is transitionable between an open position and a closed position. In one embodiment, the evaporative cooler includes a reservoir having a plurality of ribs on a bottom surface to facilitate seating the evaporative cooler on a roof during installation. A method of installing an evaporative cooler including mounting at least a portion of the evaporative cooler to a dropper before securing the dropper to the roof.