Faux Candle Fireplace Insert With Concealed Heating Element
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gas fireplace setups force a choice between decoration and heating, as installing faux gas candles removes the ability to utilize the fireplace for heating, whereas traditional gas logs provide only a heating function without aesthetic appeal.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a heating element into faux candles positioned to face away from the front of the fireplace, allowing for both decorative gas candles and heat provision within the fireplace.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If faux gas candles are installed in the fireplace, then decorative appearance is improved, but heating capability is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines two previously separate functions (decoration and heating) into a single integrated faux candle assembly. The decorative faux candle with gas flame is merged with a heating element positioned at the back, allowing both aesthetic appeal and heating capability to coexist in one device.
Solution Approach 2:
The faux candle assembly is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: it provides decorative lighting through the gas flame while also providing heating through the integrated heating element. This multi-functional design eliminates the need to choose between decoration and heating.
2Temperature
If traditional gas logs are used, then heating function is provided, but aesthetic appeal is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the functional heating capability of traditional gas logs with the aesthetic appeal of faux candles. The heating element is integrated into the faux candle structure, allowing the system to deliver both warmth and visual appeal simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The gas fireplace system is transformed into a multi-functional device that can simultaneously provide heating (through the heating element) and aesthetic decoration (through the gas flame on the faux candle), replacing the single-function traditional gas logs.
3Temperature
If a heating element is added to faux candles, then heating capability is restored, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The heating element is positioned specifically at the back of the faux candle assembly where it is concealed from view. This localized placement allows the heating function to be added without affecting the aesthetic appearance from the front, and the complexity is confined to a specific area rather than distributed throughout the entire 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 the maintenance of an artistic, candle-like appearance while providing heat, as the heating element is concealed from view, thus offering a compromise between decoration and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
having a gas lit candle flame
Implementation Method 2
provides a heating element to heat the room or area served by the fireplace
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a fireplace insert for a gas fireplace wherein the traditional gas fireplace logs are replaced by faux candles with gas flame wicks wherein at least one candle has a heating element, besides the wicks, in the body of the candle to produce heat from the fireplace.