Funnel-Shaped Load Line Containment for Spill-Free Tool Handling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current load line containment assemblies often result in oil and waste spillage during transfer operations due to tools contacting fluid, leading to environmental contamination.
Innovation Solution
A containment assembly with a fluid delivery component integrated into the tool storage device, which directs any spilled fluid back into the container, preventing ground contamination by using a funnel-shaped design to collect and redirect fluid into the container.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If tools are used to connect lines to the containment assembly, then the connection operation can be performed, but the tools contact fluid and cause spillage on the ground
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a tool storage device with a funnel-shaped fluid delivery component as an intermediary structure. This component is positioned to receive tools during connection operations and directs any fluid contact away from the ground, thereby mediating between the tool operation and the environment to prevent harmful spillage.
Solution Approach 2:
The funnel-shaped fluid delivery component converts the potentially harmful fluid contact with tools into a beneficial outcome by directing the fluid into a controlled path that prevents ground contamination. The structure transforms what would be waste or pollution into a managed flow that protects the environment.
2Ease of operation
If tools are stored in the containment assembly, then tool accessibility is improved, but fluid can spill from the tool storage onto the ground
Solution Approach 1:
The funnel-shaped fluid delivery component acts as an intermediary between the tool storage cavity and the external environment. It intercepts any fluid that may drip or spill from stored tools and redirects it through a controlled path, preventing direct contact with the ground while maintaining tool accessibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The fluid delivery component includes a flexible membrane or diaphragm that can deform to accommodate tool placement and removal while maintaining the fluid containment function. This flexible structure allows tool accessibility while continuously preventing fluid escape to the environment.
Data Source
AI summary
Concepts presented herein relate to containment methods, systems and apparatus to assist in preventing oil and waste spillage during loading and unloading of fluid to and from a container assembly. The container assembly includes a container and a lid coupled with the container. A fluid delivery component is coupled to an interior of the lid and is positioned to direct fluid into the container.