Microbubble Pump System Using Venturi Injector

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing microbubble generation devices are inefficient, prone to clogging, and not suitable for use with typical liquid dispensing fittings like hydrotherapy jets and shower heads, requiring frequent maintenance and occupying large spaces, while filtration systems are complex and difficult to access.

Innovation Solution

A microbubble pump system without orifices or screens that produces large quantities of microbubbles, occupying less space, using less electricity, and integrating a filtration system with a compact design that is easy to maintain and aesthetically appealing, featuring a Venturi injector and pressure vessel for efficient gas-liquid mixing and filtration.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If small orifices or screens are used to generate microbubbles, then microbubble production is achieved, but the device is prone to clogging and requires frequent maintenance

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemicrobubble productionVSAvoidmaintenance frequency

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The invention removes the vulnerable small orifices and screens from the microbubble generation system. Instead of forcing liquid through restrictive openings, the system uses a different mechanism that eliminates these clog-prone components entirely, thereby maintaining microbubble production capability while eliminating the maintenance burden associated with cleaning small orifices and screens.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The device is divided into distinct functional sections: a filter section with larger openings that prevents debris entry, and a microbubble generation section that uses a different mechanism not reliant on small orifices. This segmentation allows the filter to handle the clogging function separately, while the microbubble generation mechanism remains free of clog-prone components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Reliability

If pre-filtering is implemented to prevent clogging, then device reliability is improved, but system complexity and cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedevice operational continuityVSAvoidfiltration system complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

A filter is installed upstream before the microbubble generation mechanism to pre-remove debris and contaminants from the liquid. This preliminary filtration action prevents potential clogging before the liquid reaches the microbubble generation section, ensuring reliable operation without requiring complex in-line filtering within the microbubble device itself.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

3Productivity

If electrolysis is used to generate microbubbles, then microbubble production is achieved, but the system is too costly and requires large electrical enclosures

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemicrobubble productionVSAvoidsystem size and electrical requirements

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The invention replaces the electrolysis-based microbubble generation mechanism with a mechanical or physical alternative that does not require electrical enclosures or complex electrical components. This substitution maintains the ability to generate microbubbles in large quantities while dramatically reducing system size, cost, and electrical requirements, making it suitable for integration with typical liquid dispensing fittings.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Reliability

If filters are placed in direct communication with water source, then filtration effectiveness is improved, but accessibility for maintenance is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefiltration effectivenessVSAvoidfilter accessibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The filter is designed as a separate, removable module that can be easily detached from the main device. This segmentation allows the filter to remain in direct communication with the water source during operation for effective filtration, while enabling easy access for maintenance by simply removing the filter module without disassembling the entire device or accessing difficult-to-reach locations.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

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

The system achieves superior microbubble production, reduced maintenance needs, and improved aesthetics by being 30-40% smaller, 10-15% quieter, and using 35% less electricity, while allowing for easy filter replacement and integration with various plumbing fixtures without compromising their appearance.

Implementation Method 1

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectVenturi effect: Venturi Effect

Implementation Method 2

a pressure vessel, with a microbubble device therein, interconnected to the gas inlet, the pressure vessel configured to receive liquid via a liquid source and mix the liquid with gas received via the gas inlet

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectPressure differential mixing:

Data Source

PatentUS11154825B2Enhanced micro bubble device, system and methods related thereto

Publication Date: 2021.10.26 OXYGEN SYSTEMS LLC

AI summary

Systems and methods for enhanced filtration and separation of fluid from microorganisms, toxins and other particles in a more efficient manner is provided. The system may include a selectively removeable fitting or replaceable filter media and is suitable for use with liquid dispensing devices such as hydrotherapy jets, shower heads, liquid nozzles, and bathtub faucets.