Heated Air Storage and Temperature Control for Body Treatment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing heated air devices for treating medical conditions, particularly urinary retention, often produce unregulated air exceeding 140 degrees Fahrenheit, risking burns or discomfort to sensitive areas like the genital region, and lack precise temperature control.
Innovation Solution
A system with a heating apparatus, temperature setting gauge, pressure gauge, pump, expandable container, and adjustable flow release mechanism, along with a flexible hose and insulated case, allows users to set and control the temperature and flow of heated air for safe application to the human body.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If conventional heated air devices are used to treat urinary retention, then heat can be applied to the genital area, but the air temperature exceeds 140 degrees Fahrenheit causing burns or discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by implementing a temperature regulation system that modifies the air temperature parameter from unregulated high temperatures (exceeding 140°F) to controlled safe temperatures (100-140°F range). The heating element is controlled through a regulator that adjusts the temperature parameter to prevent burns while maintaining therapeutic heat application.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback through a temperature sensing system that continuously monitors the heated air temperature and provides feedback to the control mechanism. This closed-loop feedback ensures the temperature remains within the safe therapeutic range and prevents overheating that could cause burns to the sensitive genital area.
2Temperature
If unregulated heated air is produced, then heating capability is achieved, but precise temperature control is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements feedback through a temperature sensing system that continuously monitors the heated air temperature and provides feedback to the control mechanism. This closed-loop feedback ensures the temperature remains within the safe therapeutic range and prevents overheating that could cause burns to the sensitive genital area.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces unregulated mechanical heating with a controlled system that uses a regulator and temperature sensing mechanism. This substitution transforms the heating system from a purely mechanical unregulated process to a controlled system with precise temperature measurement and adjustment capabilities.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides controlled and safe application of heated air to treat medical conditions, ensuring the air is at the correct temperature and pressure, reducing the risk of burns and discomfort.
Implementation Method 1
a heating apparatus configured to heat air to a temperature
Implementation Method 2
a pump to pump the hot air
Implementation Method 3
an insulated case for receiving the container therein, the insulated case comprising a material having insulative properties to retain heat in the hot air in the container
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AI summary
Disclosed is a system and method for producing and storing hot air, and for applying the stored hot air to a human body. The hot air producing system may include a heating apparatus configured to heat air to a temperature, a temperature setting gauge, a pressure gauge, a pump to pump the hot air, a fill connection, a container for receiving hot air from the heating apparatus and storing the hot air therein, the container including at least one valve to connect to the fill connection of the heating apparatus such that the container can receive the hot air from the heating apparatus, an adjustable flow release mechanism connected to an outlet of the container for receiving the hot air, and a flexible hose connected to the adjustable flow release mechanism. Embodiments of the invention can include a computer system capable of governing all the components.