Gas Ionization Channel Layout for Homogeneous Charge Neutralization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ionization systems for gaseous media face challenges in achieving a compact, spatially homogeneous ion distribution, leading to inefficient electrostatic charge neutralization and higher residual charges.
Innovation Solution
A device with a feed channel, a vertical channel with gas outlets designed as nozzles or openings, and at least one ionization unit equipped with an electrode, which ionizes the gas flowing through it, ensuring efficient ion distribution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If existing ionization systems are used, then ionization of gaseous media is achieved, but the systems are bulky and fail to provide spatially homogeneous ion distribution
Solution Approach 1:
The device segments the ionization function into multiple electrode units distributed across different surfaces. Each electrode unit independently ionizes gas in its local region, enabling compact integration while achieving homogeneous ion distribution throughout the treatment space. The segmentation of electrodes allows parallel ionization across multiple zones simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from traditional single-point or linear ionization to multi-surface ionization by placing electrodes on opposing surfaces (e.g., top and bottom, or front and back). This dimensional expansion creates overlapping ionization zones that fill the three-dimensional space more uniformly, achieving homogeneous distribution in a compact footprint.
2Reliability
If existing ionization systems are used, then electrostatic charge neutralization is performed, but residual charges remain higher than desired
Solution Approach 1:
The device applies local quality by positioning electrode units at specific locations on multiple surfaces to target regions with higher residual charges. Each electrode unit can be independently controlled or designed with varying characteristics to address local ionization needs, ensuring thorough neutralization and minimizing remaining charges through localized optimization.
Solution Approach 2:
The arrangement of electrodes on multiple surfaces creates continuous ionization coverage across the entire treatment volume. Gas flows through overlapping electric fields generated by adjacent electrodes, ensuring uninterrupted ionization action that progressively reduces charges to minimal residual levels through sustained exposure.
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 achieves a stable ion equilibrium, minimizing residual charges on objects, and provides a compact design with optimized ion distribution, effectively addressing the limitations of prior systems.
Implementation Method 1
The electrode (102) is configured to ionize the gas flowing from the feed channel (101) to the distribution channel (104) through the ionization unit (304)
Data Source
AI summary
A device for the ionization of gaseous media, comprising a feed channel (101) having a gas feed, a distribution channel (104) having at least one gas outlet, and at least one ionization unit (304), wherein the at least one ionization unit (304) is designed as a connecting channel from the feed channel (101) to the distribution channel (104) and is provided with an electrode (102) and an associated counter electrode (106). The electrode (102) is configured to ionize gas flowing through the ionization unit (304) from the feed channel (101) to the distribution channel (104), wherein the gas flows around the electrode (102), and the at least one gas outlet is designed in the form of one or more nozzles (107) or a plurality of openings (107).


