Luminous Water Outlet Device Hydroelectric Power Module Relocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing luminous faucets with hydroelectric power generation devices installed near the water outlet port are cumbersome, limit design space, and restrict the light-emitting function to specific waterways, making them difficult to produce and assemble, while also appearing unsightly.
Innovation Solution
A luminous water outlet device with a hydroelectric power generation module at the water inlet, a waterway separation body with two switchable waterways, and a light board connected to the power generation module, allowing the light to function regardless of the opened waterway, featuring a simpler structure and assembly process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the hydroelectric power generation device is installed near the water outlet port, then the light-emitting function can be realized, but the design space is squeezed, production difficulty increases, assembly becomes complex, and the appearance becomes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the hydroelectric power generation device from the water outlet end and relocates it to the water inlet end. This extraction removes the cumbersome power generation device from the constrained space at the water outlet, thereby resolving the contradiction between achieving the light-emitting function and maintaining simple structure. The power generation device is now positioned in the inlet chamber where it can be easily integrated without squeezing design space.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the spatial dimension of the power generation device placement from the water outlet end (vertical dimension) to the water inlet end (horizontal dimension). This dimensional relocation allows the device to be positioned in a different spatial zone, avoiding the space constraints at the water outlet while maintaining its functional integrity for powering the light-emitting component.
2Reliability
If the hydroelectric power generation device is installed near the water outlet port, then the light-emitting function is achieved, but the light does not work when the faucet is switched to other waterways
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the hydroelectric power generation device universal by positioning it at the water inlet where it can capture water flow regardless of which waterway is activated. The device is designed to work with water flow from any waterway (first waterway, second waterway, or third waterway), thereby achieving multi-functionality and waterway compatibility. This ensures the light-emitting function operates universally across all faucet configurations.
3Reliability
If additional power generation and light-emitting devices are added at the water outlet end, then the light-emitting function is achieved, but the design space is squeezed and production difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the power generation device from the water outlet end and relocates it to the water inlet end. This extraction simplifies the manufacturing process by removing the need to accommodate additional components in the constrained water outlet space. The power generation device can now be integrated into the inlet chamber structure, reducing production complexity and difficulty.
4Reliability
If additional power generation and light-emitting devices are added at the water outlet end, then the light-emitting function is achieved, but the overall appearance becomes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the power generation device from the water outlet end and relocates it to the water inlet end. This extraction removes the cumbersome appearance issue by eliminating the need for additional components at the water outlet. The inlet chamber structure can accommodate the power generation device without affecting the aesthetic appearance of the faucet, as the device is positioned in a less visible area.
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
Ensures the light board operates with any waterway open, simplifies installation and design, and maintains a sleek appearance by integrating the power generation module at the water inlet, providing consistent lighting without obstructing the water flow or design space.
Implementation Method 1
a hydroelectric power generation module (1), a waterway separation body (2), a waterway switching module (3)... The light board (5) is electrically connected with the hydroelectric power generation module (1)
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a luminous water outlet device, which includes a hydroelectric power generation module, a waterway separation body, a waterway switching module, a water outlet panel, and a light board. The hydroelectric power generation module is arranged at a water inlet, the waterway separation body has two waterways, the waterway switching module is used to switch a flow of water in the two waterways, and the water outlet panel is correspondingly arranged below the two waterways, the light board is electrically connected with the hydroelectric power generation module. Compared with the prior art, the hydroelectric power generation module is arranged in the water inlet to ensure that the light board works no matter which waterway is opened and allows water to flow through. Further, the present disclosure has simpler installation, smaller volume, and simpler waterway structure.