Integrated Filter Lid for Dairy Milking Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing container lids for dairy systems are large and bulky, making them impractical for milking small herds, as they combine milking, filtering, and pouring functions separately, which complicates the process and increases equipment needs.
Innovation Solution
A filter lid that integrates milking, filtering, and pouring capabilities into a single lid, allowing for in-line milk filtration, secure container attachment, and easy carrying and pouring without additional equipment, featuring a lid body with internal threading, filter material, and a pour spout to reduce foam and improve milk collection efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If separate devices for milking, filtering, and pouring are used, then each function can be performed independently, but the equipment becomes bulky and complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (milking port, filter, pouring spout, and carrying handle) into a single lid assembly. The lid integrates a port for milking equipment connection, a filter for milk filtration, a pouring spout for controlled dispensing, and an integrated carrying handle, eliminating the need for separate devices for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The lid is designed as a multi-functional component that serves multiple purposes: it acts as a closure for the container, provides a port for milking equipment attachment, incorporates a filter for milk filtration, includes a pouring spout for controlled dispensing, and features an integrated carrying handle for portability. This universal design allows one component to replace multiple separate devices.
2Reliability
If large and bulky filtering devices are used, then in-line milk filtration can be achieved, but the devices weigh down milk transport lines and become impractical for small herds
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the filtration function from a separate bulky filtering device and integrates it directly into the lid structure. The filter is positioned within the lid body, allowing milk to be filtered as it enters the container through the port, eliminating the need for external filtering equipment that would add weight and complexity to the milk transport system.
3Productivity
If multiple separate components are used for milking, filtering, and pouring, then each function can be optimized independently, but the number of components and cleaning requirements increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the milking port, filter, pouring spout, and carrying handle into a single integrated lid assembly. This consolidation reduces the total number of components that need to be assembled and cleaned, while maintaining all necessary functions for efficient milking operations.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The integrated filter lid streamlines the milking process, reduces equipment costs, minimizes contamination risks, and simplifies cleaning by allowing simultaneous filtering and carrying, while reducing the need for additional components and improving milk quality through efficient filtration and pouring.
Implementation Method 1
filter material positioned within the lid body
Implementation Method 2
pour spout positioned opposite the port to reduce foam and improve milk collection efficiency
Data Source
AI summary
The instant disclosure seeks to provide a container lid that allows a liquid to be filtered, carried, and poured using the same lid. The container filter lid includes a lid body, filter material, and filter cap. The filter cap is demountably coupled the lid body. The filter cap includes a top surface. The filter material is positioned between the filter cap and the lid body. The lid body includes a first port. The filter cap includes a second port. The filter cap includes a filter reservoir. The filter reservoir extends from the filter cap opposite the top surface. The filter material is positioned adjacent to the filter reservoir. The filter reservoir is positioned between the top surface and the filter material. The lid body includes a pour spout. The pour spout is positioned opposite the first port. The container filter lid also includes a filter cap gasket.