Heat pump apparatus module
Solution Overview
Problem
Current heat pump modules for heating and cooling supply water lack security, ease of use, and installation efficiency, particularly in non-permanent applications, and require improved airflow management.
Innovation Solution
A heat pump apparatus module divided into separate compartments for airflow, closeable components, and electrical connections, allowing for efficient airflow, secure access, and simplified maintenance, with the compressor located in a closeable compartment to reduce noise and protect components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If the heat pump module uses a compact design with all components in one housing, then the installation space is reduced, but the airflow to heat pump components is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is divided into multiple compartments: an air-flow compartment with open sides for airflow, a first closeable compartment for the compressor, and a second closeable compartment for electrical connections. This segmentation allows each compartment to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining a compact overall structure.
2Ease of repair
If the heat pump module provides open access to all components, then maintenance is easier, but security and protection from environmental conditions is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is divided into multiple compartments: an air-flow compartment with open sides for airflow, a first closeable compartment for the compressor, and a second closeable compartment for electrical connections. This segmentation allows each compartment to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining a compact overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
Different compartments have different levels of accessibility and protection appropriate to their contents. The air-flow compartment remains open for airflow, while the compressor and electrical compartments are closeable for protection, creating local quality variations in accessibility and environmental protection.
3Device complexity
If the compressor is exposed to outdoor conditions, then the structure is simpler, but noise and component protection are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is divided into multiple compartments: an air-flow compartment with open sides for airflow, a first closeable compartment for the compressor, and a second closeable compartment for electrical connections. This segmentation allows each compartment to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining a compact overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The compressor is extracted from the open air-flow compartment and placed in a separate closeable compartment, isolating it from environmental conditions and reducing noise exposure to the surrounding area.
4Ease of manufacture
If electrical connections are accessible outdoors, then installation is simpler, but security and protection are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The housing is divided into multiple compartments: an air-flow compartment with open sides for airflow, a first closeable compartment for the compressor, and a second closeable compartment for electrical connections. This segmentation allows each compartment to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining a compact overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
Electrical connections are extracted from the open environment and placed in a separate closeable compartment, isolating them from environmental conditions and improving security while maintaining accessibility through the closeable opening.
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 solution provides a compact, efficient, and secure heat pump system that can be easily installed and maintained, ensuring effective heating and cooling of supply water while protecting components from environmental conditions.
Implementation Method 1
an evaporator, and a compressor arranged between said condenser and said evaporator... said first heat pump component being configured to utilize said air for heating or cooling said heat transferring medium
Implementation Method 2
a compressor arranged between said condenser and said evaporator, said compressor being configured to transfer a heat transferring medium from said evaporator to said condenser
Implementation Method 3
a condenser, an evaporator, and a compressor arranged between said condenser and said evaporator... said first heat pump component being configured to utilize said air for heating or cooling said heat transferring medium
Data Source
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a heat pump apparatus module for heating and/or cooling supply water, said heat pump apparatus module comprising: an apparatus housing being at least partly provided with an outer wall; a heat pump arrangement comprising a condenser, an evaporator, and a compressor arranged between said condenser and said evaporator, said compressor being configured to transfer a heat transferring medium from said evaporator to said condenser; wherein said heat pump apparatus module is divided into at least two separate compartments being: - an air-flow compartment comprising a first heat pump component being either the condenser or the evaporator, and being configured to allow air to flow through said air-flow compartment, said first heat pump component being configured to utilize said air for heating or cooling said heat transferring medium; - a first closeable compartment being accessible through a first closeable opening.