Heating apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing heating apparatuses, such as outdoor barbecues and fireplaces, are not usable in low temperatures and can become damp and uncomfortable due to dew, limiting their use to favorable seasonal conditions.
Innovation Solution
A heating apparatus with a heat generation unit and seating elements, featuring a heat exchanger that heats air from the fireplace and distributes it through a conveyor circuit within the seating elements, maintaining comfort in low temperatures and preventing dew formation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If outdoor barbecues and fireplaces are used in low temperature environments, then heating function is provided, but seating elements become damp and uncomfortable due to dew formation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by heating the seating elements before dew can form on their surfaces. The heating apparatus raises the temperature of the seating elements above the dew point, preventing condensation from occurring in the first place, thus eliminating the harmful effect before it manifests
Solution Approach 2:
The patent converts the harmful cold environment and dew formation into a benefit by using the heating system to create a warm, comfortable seating area. The same low temperature environment that causes dew is transformed into an opportunity to provide active heating, making the seating elements warmer and more comfortable despite the cold ambient conditions
2Temperature
If heating apparatus is used in cold climates, then heating function is provided, but usability is reduced due to uncomfortable seating elements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by providing heating specifically to the seating elements rather than heating the entire ambient environment. This localized heating approach maintains warmth and comfort in the specific areas where users interact with the apparatus, while accepting that the overall ambient temperature remains cold, thus preserving usability without requiring comprehensive environmental control
3Power
If seating elements are exposed to cold environment, then heating apparatus can operate, but comfort for users is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the heating function with the seating elements by integrating heating components directly into the seating structure. This combination ensures that the seating elements themselves become the source of warmth, providing both structural support and thermal comfort simultaneously, thereby maintaining user comfort even when the ambient environment is cold
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
Enables comfortable use of the heating apparatus in all seasons by uniformly heating seating elements, ensuring they remain warm and dry, thus promoting conviviality and extended usage periods.
Implementation Method 1
The heat generation unit comprises a heat exchanger, which is installed in association with the fireplace or combustion chamber of the open type, and is connected to at least one inlet channel of a flow of air from the outside. The heat exchanger is configured to heat the flow of air from the outside by means of the heat generated in the fireplace or combustion chamber of the open type.
Implementation Method 2
a circuit for conveying and distributing air, which is connected to the heat exchanger to receive the heated flow of air, and develops at least partly through the seating elements to convey and distribute the heated flow of air toward heating means associated with the seating elements
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AI summary
Heating apparatus comprising a heat generation unit provided with a fireplace or combustion chamber configured to contain the combustion, and seating elements connected to the heat generation unit, and configured to allow those using the heating apparatus to sit down.