Fluid Vortex Display Device Asymmetric Outlet Design
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing water features, such as ornamental fountains, lack a unique and striking visual appeal that distinguishes them from others, making it difficult to create a memorable and distinct visual symbol.
Innovation Solution
A fluid vortex display device featuring a cylindrical vessel with a fluid inlet directed at a substantial angle to the circumference and a non-perpendicular fluid outlet, creating an annular space and supporting the vessel at an angle to the foundation, which induces a sinuous and unstable vortex flow.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If conventional fountain designs are used, then the water feature provides basic ornamental function, but it lacks unique visual appeal and fails to create a memorable visual symbol
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies asymmetry by positioning the fluid outlet at an offset location rather than at the center of the cylindrical vessel. This asymmetric outlet position, combined with the angled inlet configuration, creates an unstable vortex flow pattern with a sinuous center that continuously changes form, providing unique visual appeal and distinctiveness that distinguishes this water feature from conventional symmetric fountain designs
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamics by designing a vortex flow system that is intentionally unstable and continuously changing. The offset outlet and angled inlet create a dynamic vortex with a sinuous center that evolves over time, producing ever-changing visual patterns rather than static water displays, thereby enhancing both visual appeal and distinctiveness
2Device complexity
If the fluid outlet is positioned at the center of the vessel, then the structure is simple and symmetric, but it produces a stable and predictable vortex that lacks visual interest
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies asymmetry by positioning the fluid outlet at an offset location rather than at the center of the cylindrical vessel. This asymmetric outlet position, combined with the angled inlet configuration, creates an unstable vortex flow pattern with a sinuous center that continuously changes form, providing unique visual appeal and distinctiveness that distinguishes this water feature from conventional symmetric fountain designs
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dimensional complexity by tilting the cylindrical vessel at an angle relative to the horizontal plane and positioning the outlet in a direction that is not perpendicular to the vessel axis. This multi-dimensional configuration transforms the simple centered outlet into a complex three-dimensional flow path, generating visually interesting unstable vortex patterns while maintaining reasonable structural complexity
3Ease of operation
If the vessel is supported perpendicular to the foundation surface, then the installation is straightforward, but it produces a standard vortex pattern that lacks uniqueness
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamics by designing a vortex flow system that is intentionally unstable and continuously changing. The offset outlet and angled inlet create a dynamic vortex with a sinuous center that evolves over time, producing ever-changing visual patterns rather than static water displays, thereby enhancing both visual appeal and distinctiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dimensional complexity by tilting the cylindrical vessel at an angle relative to the horizontal plane and positioning the outlet in a direction that is not perpendicular to the vessel axis. This multi-dimensional configuration transforms the simple centered outlet into a complex three-dimensional flow path, generating visually interesting unstable vortex patterns while maintaining reasonable structural complexity
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 device produces a striking and memorable fluid vortex display with a sinuous center, providing a unique visual experience by creating an enclosed, variable height vortex with changing forms, enhancing the visual appeal of the water feature.
Implementation Method 1
A fluid vortex display device includes a cylindrical vessel sealed at an upper end. A first fluid inlet is coupled to the cylindrical vessel adjacent a lower end of the vessel and directed at a substantial angle to an outer circumference of the cylindrical vessel.
Implementation Method 2
The closure may project into the cylindrical vessel to create an annular space adjacent the fluid inlet. The fluid outlet may be in the upper surface of the closure, which may not be perpendicular to the central longitudinal axis of the vessel.
Implementation Method 3
A support stand may support the vessel such that it is not perpendicular to a level foundation surface.
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AI summary
A fluid vortex display device includes a cylindrical vessel sealed at an upper end. A first fluid inlet is coupled to the cylindrical vessel adjacent a lower end of the vessel and directed at a substantial angle to an outer circumference of the cylindrical vessel. A discharge outlet of a pump is coupled to the fluid inlet. A closure is coupled to the lower end of the vessel. The closure includes a fluid outlet that is substantially spaced apart from a central longitudinal axis of the vessel. The closure may project into the cylindrical vessel to create an annular space adjacent the fluid inlet. The fluid outlet may be in the upper surface of the closure, which may not be perpendicular to the central longitudinal axis of the vessel. A support stand may support the vessel such that it is not perpendicular to a level foundation surface.