simulating flame humidifier
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing simulating flame humidifiers face safety issues due to liquid overflow damaging the device and poor simulation effects caused by non-uniform air flow and spray port shape, resulting in a less realistic flame simulation.
Innovation Solution
The design includes an air chamber above the spray chamber to prevent liquid entry, a baffle to adjust air flow, and a molding groove with water mist baffles to optimize the water mist path, combined with a transparent emitting-light assembly and a fan assembly for uniform air distribution, enhancing the realism of the flame simulation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the internal outlet is positioned below the water chamber, then the structure is simple, but liquid enters the fan assembly causing safety issues
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the internal outlet into multiple outlets positioned at different heights. By segmenting the single outlet into multiple outlets, the design prevents liquid from reaching the fan assembly while maintaining structural simplicity. The multiple outlets are arranged such that liquid level cannot submerge all outlets simultaneously, ensuring safety without complex single-point design.
2Device complexity
If the spray port shape and air flow distribution are not optimized, then the device is simple, but the flame simulation effect is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by optimizing specific regions: the spray port is designed with a flame-shaped cross-section, and air flow distribution is enhanced through localized heating elements and baffle structures. These localized optimizations create realistic flame simulation effects without requiring complete redesign of the entire device, balancing simplicity with precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The spray port is designed with curved, flame-like geometry rather than straight or angular shapes. The curved contours of the spray port mimic natural flame shapes, and when combined with upward air flow, create a realistic flame simulation effect that is visually convincing without requiring complex mechanical components.
3Device complexity
If the air flow in the cavity is not uniform, then the device is simple, but the water mist shape does not resemble real flame
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs periodic action through oscillating or pulsating air flow mechanisms that create dynamic water mist patterns. The periodic variation in air flow rate and direction mimics the natural flickering and movement of real flames, enhancing the simulation effect without requiring complex continuous control systems.
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 configuration ensures the safety of the humidifier by preventing liquid damage and improves the simulation effect by creating a more uniform air flow and realistic flame appearance.
Implementation Method 1
the bottom of the spray chamber is provided with an atomizer
Implementation Method 2
the emitting-light assembly is used for generating a light with flame color and illuminating the water mist from the spray port
Implementation Method 3
combined with a new spray port, the flame simulation effect of the water mist in the spray mouth is more real
Data Source
AI summary
A simulating flame humidifier includes a main engine, an upper shell detachably connected to the main engine, and an emitting-light assembly; the main engine is provided with a spray chamber, a bottom surface of the spray chamber is provided with an atomizer, the upper shell is provided with a spraying port communicated with the spray chamber; the emitting-light assembly is arranged in said spray chamber and aligned with the spraying port; the emitting-light, assembly is used for generating a light with flame color and illuminating said water mist from the spray port; the bottom surface of the spray chamber extends upwardly to form a chamber aligned to the spraying port, a top portion of the chamber is made of transparent material, the emitting-light assembly is arranged in the top portion of the chamber.