Faucet Spout Segmented Outlet Hydrophilic Surface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Faucets designed for aesthetically pleasing water streams often compromise on functional performance by delivering water at undesirably low rates, as aesthetic considerations can hinder optimal water discharge.
Innovation Solution
A faucet spout design featuring a first discharge outlet and a supplemental second outlet, with a hydrophilic water delivery surface and hydrophobic edges, directing water streams to achieve a high total discharge flow rate while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If a single discharge outlet is designed for aesthetically pleasing water streams, then the aesthetic appearance is improved, but the water discharge flow rate deteriorates to an undesirably low rate
Solution Approach 1:
The single discharge outlet is segmented into two separate outlets: a first discharge outlet configured to provide an aesthetically pleasing water stream, and a second discharge outlet configured to provide additional water discharge capacity. This segmentation allows each outlet to be optimized for its specific function, resolving the contradiction between aesthetic appearance and discharge flow rate.
2Shape
If the first discharge outlet is optimized for aesthetic stream appearance, then the water stream quality is improved, but the total discharge flow rate deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the functions of two separate discharge outlets into a single faucet spout assembly. The first outlet provides aesthetically optimized water stream while the second outlet provides additional discharge capacity, and both outlets work together to achieve the desired total discharge flow rate without compromising stream quality.
3Productivity
If a supplemental second outlet is added to increase discharge flow rate, then the productivity is improved, but the device complexity worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The second discharge outlet is designed with multi-functionality: it can operate independently to provide additional discharge capacity, or it can receive water from the first discharge outlet through the exposed waterway to enhance overall discharge. This universal design allows the system to achieve higher productivity without proportionally increasing complexity, as the second outlet serves multiple potential functions.
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 design achieves a balanced aesthetic and functional performance by providing a high total discharge flow rate, with the second outlet discharging 75% of the water, while the first outlet contributes to an aesthetically appealing stream, ensuring both form and function are met.
Implementation Method 1
a hydrophilic water delivery surface extending between the upstream end portion and the downstream end portion
Implementation Method 2
A first hydrophobic surface is disposed on a first side of the hydrophilic water delivery surface, and a second hydrophobic surface is disposed on a second side of the hydrophilic water delivery surface
Data Source
AI summary
A faucet spout includes a first discharge outlet that is configured to discharge water therefrom. A water delivery surface is configured to receive water discharged by the first discharge outlet, and the water delivery surface is configured to direct water thereacross. A water delivery edge is configured to receive water directed across the water delivery surface, and the water delivery edge is configured to deliver water thereover. A second discharge outlet is coupled to the first discharge outlet, and the second discharge outlet is configured to discharge water therefrom.