Intelligent Faucet Magnetic Reed Switch Sprayer Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional automatic faucets do not allow for control of water supply through the movement of the sprayer, limiting user convenience and functionality.
Innovation Solution
An intelligent control faucet system that incorporates a magnetic reed detection device and infrared sensor, allowing water flow control through the movement of the pull-out hose, which activates or deactivates the magnetic reed switch to manage water supply, enabling easy and convenient operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If conventional automatic faucets use infrared sensors for automatic control, then automatic water supply is achieved, but control through sprayer movement is not enabled
Solution Approach 1:
The faucet system integrates multiple control modes (infrared sensor for automatic control and magnetic reed switch for sprayer movement control) into a single device, allowing it to perform both automatic water supply and movement-based control functions, thereby achieving multi-functionality and resolving the contradiction between automation and adaptability
2Adaptability or versatility
If magnetic reed detection device is added to enable sprayer movement control, then control versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical control mechanisms with a magnetic field-based detection system. The magnetic reed switch detects the position of the sprayer through magnetic field interaction without mechanical contact, simplifying the overall device structure while enabling versatile control functionality
3Ease of operation
If magnetic reed switch is mounted in faucet body facing pull-out hose, then sprayer movement detection is enabled, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a magnetic field as an intermediary between the faucet body and the pull-out hose. The magnetic reed switch in the faucet body and the magnetic activation mechanism in the hose interact through the magnetic field without direct mechanical connection, enabling easy operation while simplifying manufacturing and assembly
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
Enables seamless control of water flow by integrating magnetic reed detection and infrared sensor technology, allowing water supply management through sprayer movement, enhancing user experience and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
The magnetic reed switch is mounted in the faucet body to face a moving path of the magnetic activation mechanism
Implementation Method 2
An automatic faucet detects the presence of a human body and acquires a signal that is transmitted subsequently to a control module
Data Source
AI summary
An intelligent control faucet includes a faucet that includes a manual operation valve, an intelligent control module, a water egress tube, a cold water ingress tube, a hot water ingress tube, and a magnetic reed detection device. The water egress tube, the cold water ingress tube, and the hot water ingress tube are connected to the manual operation valve. The intelligent control module is connected, in a series manner, to the water egress tube. The magnetic reed detection device is mounted to the water egress tube and is connected through a feeding cable or directly to the intelligent control module. Water flow can be established or cut off through pulling the water egress tube so that the use is made easy.