Fluid Purification Device Release Assembly Pressure Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fluid purification systems face challenges in efficiently releasing internal pressure and unlocking the cover assembly after operation, leading to difficulties in removing the cover due to internal pressure retention.
Innovation Solution
A fluid purification device with a release and lock assembly that includes a relief valve and lever system, allowing simultaneous pressure release and cover unlocking by rotating the release assembly, which disengages the locking mechanism and vents internal pressure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a locking mechanism is used to secure the cover assembly during operation, then the sealing and operational reliability are improved, but the ease of removing the cover after operation deteriorates due to internal pressure retention
Solution Approach 1:
The relief valve is activated before cover removal to preliminarily release the internal pressure that would otherwise prevent easy cover removal. This preliminary pressure release action enables the locked cover to be subsequently removed without difficulty.
Solution Approach 2:
The relief valve acts as an intermediary mechanism between the locking mechanism and the cover removal process. It mediates the pressure condition, allowing the lock to remain engaged during operation while enabling easy removal after operation.
2Device complexity
If the relief valve and lock mechanism are operated separately, then the structural complexity is reduced, but the operational efficiency deteriorates due to multiple manual operations required
Solution Approach 1:
The release assembly merges the relief valve actuation and lock mechanism operation into a single integrated unit. Rotating the release assembly simultaneously performs both functions, eliminating the need for separate manual operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The release assembly is designed as a multi-functional component that performs both pressure release and lock disengagement through a single rotational motion, improving operational efficiency without significantly increasing structural complexity.
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AI summary
A device, system, and method for purifying a fluid is provided. The fluid purification device includes a tank, a cover and a release assembly. The tank having a hollow interior. The cover is sealingly coupled to the tank. The release assembly is pivotally coupled to the cover, the release assembly having a relief valve fluidly coupled to the hollow interior, the release assembly being movable between a first position and a second position, the relief valve being movable between an operating position, a released position and a non-operational position