Inflation Valve Seat with Adjustable Flow Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing air valve systems lack the ability to adjust inflation and deflation air flow according to application requirements, resulting in reduced efficiency and longer inflation and deflation times for air bags.
Innovation Solution
An inflation valve seat with two valve seats and an intercommunicating valve, allowing for control of air flow by switching between disconnected and communicated states between air channels, enabling adjustable flow rates for inflation and deflation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single air valve with fixed air channel configuration is used, then the device structure is simple, but the air flow rate cannot be adjusted according to different application requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The valve seat is divided into multiple segments (first valve seat, second valve seat, third valve seat) with distinct air channels (first air channel, second air channel, third air channel). Each segment can be independently configured to handle different air flow requirements, enabling the system to adapt to various application scenarios without requiring a completely different valve structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a movable component (such as a piston or valve element) that can dynamically adjust the configuration of air channels. By moving between different positions, the component enables different air channels to be connected or disconnected, thereby adjusting the air flow rate from low-flow to high-flow modes as needed.
2Productivity
If air channels are fixed in configuration, then the manufacturing process is simple, but inflation and deflation efficiency cannot be optimized for different air bag requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The air channel configuration is made dynamic through a movable valve element that can switch between different positions. In the first position, the first air channel is connected for inflation; in the second position, the second air channel is connected for deflation. This dynamic configuration allows the system to optimize air flow paths based on the specific operation required, thereby improving efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The valve seat structure is designed to perform multiple functions through its different configurations. The same valve seat can handle both inflation and deflation operations, and can be adjusted to provide different air flow rates. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate valves for different operations, simplifying the overall system while maintaining high efficiency.
3Loss of time
If the air valve does not have flow adjustment capability, then the valve structure remains simple, but the time required for inflation and deflation operations increases
Solution Approach 1:
The valve incorporates a dynamic control mechanism that can quickly switch between different air flow modes. By moving the valve element between positions, the system can rapidly adjust the air channel connectivity to match the required operation speed, significantly reducing the time needed for inflation and deflation compared to fixed-configuration valves.
Solution Approach 2:
The valve controls the air flow parameter by changing the connectivity state of different air channels. By switching between connecting the first air channel (for high-flow inflation) and the second air channel (for high-flow deflation), the system optimizes the air flow parameters to minimize operation time while maintaining structural simplicity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution allows for selective adjustment of air flow to enhance inflation and deflation efficiencies and reduce time, meeting specific air bag requirements by controlling the intercommunicating valve to achieve either low-flow or high-flow states.
Implementation Method 1
The intercommunicating valve is connected between the two air channels of the two valve seats to provide a disconnected state and a communicated state between the two air channels
Data Source
AI summary
An inflation valve seat with adjustable flow includes two valve seats and an intercommunicating valve. Each valve seat is connected to an air pump, and includes an inflation valve assembly, a deflation valve, and an air channel in communication with the air pump, the inflation valve assembly and the deflation valve. The intercommunicating valve is connected between the two valve seats to provide a disconnected state and a communicated state between the two valve seats. When the two air channels form the disconnected state, the two valve seats have a low-flow inflating state and a low-flow deflating state. When the two air channels form the communicated state, the two valve seats have a high-flow inflating state and a high-flow deflating state.