Ion generator mounting device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing air treatment systems lack effective and efficient methods for mounting ion generator devices, particularly in HVAC applications, which hampers the delivery of ionized air effectively.
Innovation Solution
A mounting device for ion generators that includes a housing with a base, opposed sidewalls forming an interior storage compartment, an elongate arm with openings for ion dispersal, and electrical contacts for secure mounting and power delivery, ensuring axial alignment of electrodes perpendicular to airflow, along with optional features like LEDs and power converters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If ion generator devices are mounted in HVAC systems, then air treatment effectiveness is improved, but mounting complexity and installation difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device is divided into separate functional components: a housing for mounting to the HVAC conduit, an elongate arm extending from the housing, and electrical contacts integrated into the arm. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently while simplifying the overall installation process.
Solution Approach 2:
The elongate arm acts as an intermediary component that bridges the housing (mounted on the conduit exterior) and the ion generator (positioned inside the conduit). This intermediary structure enables secure mounting and proper positioning without requiring complex integration of the ion generator directly into the HVAC system.
2Productivity
If ion generators are properly oriented with electrodes perpendicular to airflow, then ionization delivery efficiency is improved, but alignment precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device is pre-configured with the elongate arm extending in a direction perpendicular to the airflow within the conduit. This preliminary orientation ensures that when the ion generator is mounted on the arm, its electrodes are automatically positioned perpendicular to the airflow, eliminating the need for complex alignment adjustments during installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The electrical contacts are positioned at specific locations on the elongate arm to ensure proper electrical connection while maintaining the perpendicular orientation of the electrodes relative to the airflow. This localized positioning of critical components ensures both electrical functionality and proper ionization delivery orientation.
3Ease of operation
If multiple mounting features are integrated into the housing, then ease of installation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple functions are merged into the housing structure: mounting attachment to the conduit, support for the elongate arm, and housing for electrical components. This consolidation of functions into a single integrated housing reduces the number of separate components and simplifies the installation process.
Solution Approach 2:
The housing serves multiple purposes: it provides structural support for mounting the entire assembly to the HVAC conduit, houses the electrical contacts and power converter, and supports the elongate arm that positions the ion generator. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate components.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates secure, efficient, and controlled delivery of bipolar ionization to airflow within conduits, enhancing air treatment systems by ensuring proper orientation and power supply to ion generators, thereby improving air quality and system performance.
Implementation Method 1
an ion generator containing at least one electrode for dispersing ions from the bipolar ionization generator
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides methods and systems for an ion generator mounting device for application of bipolar ionization to airflow within a conduit, the device includes a housing for mounting to the conduit having an internal panel within the enclosure, and an arm extending from the housing for extension into the conduit and containing at least one opening. At least one coupling for mounting an ion generator to the arm oriented with an axis extending between a pair of electrodes of the ion generator being generally perpendicular to a flow direction of the airflow within the conduit.