Linear air diffuser of a suspended ceiling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing linear air diffusers for suspended ceilings are not compatible with stretch ceilings and fail to provide uniform air distribution in larger rooms, leading to uneven air circulation where air is either warm or cold by the walls and still in the center.
Innovation Solution
A perforated mounting profile connected to an air diffuser profile with a drop-shaped air deflector, forming an insulated plenum box with two chambers and a horizontal connection surface, allowing for uniform air flow across the room while also serving as a partition in a stretch ceiling system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If a traditional linear air diffuser is used, then air distribution is provided, but air circulation becomes uneven in larger rooms with still air in the center and warm/cold air by the walls
Solution Approach 1:
The air diffuser profile is divided into multiple segments along its length, with each segment containing air openings that direct air flows independently. This segmentation allows different sections of the room to receive optimized air distribution, preventing stagnant air in the center and ensuring uniform temperature distribution across the entire space.
Solution Approach 2:
The air diffuser employs varying opening angles and configurations at different locations along the profile. By adjusting the local air opening angles, the system optimizes air distribution for specific zones - directing air appropriately toward walls and maintaining circulation in the center, thereby achieving uniform temperature and air movement throughout the room.
2Adaptability or versatility
If existing linear air diffusers are installed, then ventilation is provided, but compatibility with stretch ceilings is not achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting profile is designed with universal adaptability to work with both stretch ceilings and traditional suspended ceiling systems. The profile incorporates specific attachment mechanisms that can securely install on stretch ceiling membranes while also providing mounting points for supplementary suspended ceiling materials, making it compatible with multiple ceiling types without compromising installation stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting profile acts as an intermediary element between the air diffuser system and the ceiling structure. It provides standardized connection points and mounting mechanisms that interface with both stretch ceiling systems and traditional suspended ceiling materials, enabling reliable installation across different ceiling types while maintaining the integrity of both the ventilation system and ceiling structure.
3Ease of operation
If a simple mounting profile is used, then installation is simplified, but the ability to attach both stretch ceiling and supplementary suspended ceiling materials is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting profile integrates multiple attachment functions into a single component. It includes specific features for securing stretch ceiling materials along its length and additional mounting points or brackets for attaching supplementary suspended ceiling materials such as gypsum boards or boarding, thereby maintaining installation simplicity while achieving versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting profile is designed with segmented attachment zones - one section optimized for stretch ceiling attachment and another section for supplementary suspended ceiling materials. This segmentation allows each ceiling type to be installed using appropriate methods while maintaining overall installation simplicity through a unified profile design.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Ensures uniform and efficient air distribution across the room by guiding air from the ventilation unit through the perforated mounting profile and air diffuser profile, addressing the compatibility issues with stretch ceilings and providing aesthetic appeal with additional stability for various suspended ceiling materials.
Implementation Method 1
a drop-shaped air deflector, which guides the air flow from the ventilation unit uniformly and at the appropriate angle across the whole room
Data Source
AI summary
A linear air diffuser for a suspended ceiling, which allows using a stretch ceiling material or any other suspended ceiling material or both simultaneously (installed on different sides of the profile) and also enables covering the point of connection of the mounting profile and stretch ceiling material or suspended ceiling material. The linear air diffuser also functions as a partition in a stretch ceiling.