Membrane Module Installation Apparatus with Dynamic Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
The installation of large-sized hollow fiber membrane modules into frame structures is challenging due to the need for precise alignment and fixed intervals between headers, which complicates the process and requires significant manual effort, especially when dealing with large and heavy modules.
Innovation Solution
A system and method involving a horizontal rod and moving unit to support the membrane module, along with guide grooves and rails, facilitate easy alignment and transportation of the module into the frame structure, allowing for adjustable intervals and simultaneous installation of multiple modules.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a fixing rod is used to maintain a fixed interval between upper and lower headers, then the manufacturing and assembly of the membrane module is simplified, but the installation to the frame structure becomes difficult due to inability to accommodate coupling errors
Solution Approach 1:
The patent removes the fixing rod that maintained a fixed interval between headers, transforming the structure from rigid to flexible. This allows the headers to be positioned at variable intervals during installation, accommodating coupling errors in the frame structure while still maintaining structural integrity through the membrane bundle connection.
2Productivity
If a large-sized hollow fiber membrane module is used to increase water treatment capacity, then the treatment efficiency is improved, but the installation to frame structure becomes extremely difficult requiring significant manual effort
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables flexible positioning of large-sized membrane modules by eliminating fixed interval constraints, allowing installation teams to accommodate the weight and size of large modules while adapting to frame structure variations during the installation process.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent allows for variable interval positioning between headers, effectively segmenting the installation process into adjustable sections that can be independently positioned to accommodate large module dimensions and frame structure variations.
3Ease of operation
If the interval between upper and lower headers is made variable to facilitate installation, then the ease of installation is improved, but the structural stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic interval system where the distance between headers can be adjusted during installation to accommodate frame variations, while the membrane bundle itself provides continuous structural support to maintain stability regardless of the interval length.
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AI summary
A system and method for installing a large-sized filtering membrane module to a frame structure with easiness is disclosed, wherein the system comprises a frame structure to which the filtering membrane module is to be installed; and an installing apparatus for installing the filtering membrane module to the frame structure, wherein the installing apparatus comprises a horizontal rod parallel to an inserting direction of the filtering membrane module into the frame structure; and a moving unit movable toward the frame structure along the horizontal rod while supporting the filtering membrane module.