Air purifying system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Consumers face challenges in finding air purifying systems that can effectively adapt to various indoor spaces with atypical shapes and capacities, as existing systems are typically designed for standard sizes and require manual filter modifications.
Innovation Solution
A modular air purifying system comprising multiple independently operating units and a placement frame with wireless charging capabilities, allowing for flexible placement and operation in different environments, with pedestals and a backbone for supporting and charging the units.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single air purifying apparatus is designed for standard size and capacity, then manufacturing and supply are simplified, but it cannot adapt to various indoor spaces with atypical shapes and capacities
Solution Approach 1:
The air purifying system is divided into multiple independently operable air purifying apparatuses that can be separately purchased and configured. Each apparatus maintains standard manufacturing specifications while the modular arrangement allows adaptation to various indoor space configurations, resolving the contradiction between standardization and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The placement frame serves multiple functions: it supports multiple air purifying apparatuses, provides wireless charging capabilities through integrated charging modules, and enables flexible positioning. This multi-functionality allows a single standardized component to adapt to diverse installation environments without increasing overall system complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If manual filter modification is required to adapt to different environments, then customization is achieved, but user operation becomes difficult and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from static, fixed-configuration apparatuses to a dynamic modular system where standard-sized air purifying apparatuses can be flexibly arranged and repositioned on the placement frame. This dynamic configurability allows environmental adaptation without manual modification, significantly improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The placement frame includes integrated wireless charging modules that automatically charge the air purifying apparatuses when placed on the frame, eliminating the need for manual cable connections or configuration adjustments. The system self-configures and self-charges, reducing user operational burden.
3Productivity
If multiple air purifying apparatuses are used to cover partitioned spaces, then air purification coverage is improved, but system complexity and operational difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple air purifying apparatuses are merged with a unified placement frame structure that provides common support, positioning, and charging functionality. This combination allows the system to cover partitioned spaces effectively while the shared infrastructure reduces overall complexity compared to managing separate standalone units.
Solution Approach 2:
The placement frame acts as an intermediary component that simplifies the interaction between multiple air purifying apparatuses and the installation environment. It provides standardized mounting positions, wireless charging interfaces, and structural support, reducing the complexity of configuring and operating multiple apparatuses.
4Ease of operation
If wireless charging modules are integrated into the placement frame and pedestals, then charging convenience is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The placement frame and pedestals are designed as multi-functional components that simultaneously provide structural support, positioning guidance, and wireless charging capabilities. By integrating multiple functions into single components, the system improves charging convenience without proportionally increasing overall complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The wireless charging modules enable the air purifying apparatuses to charge automatically when placed on the placement frame or pedestals, without requiring user intervention for cable connection or power configuration. This self-service charging mechanism significantly improves ease of operation while the charging functionality is embedded within the existing structural components.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient air purification across multiple partitioned spaces with convenient operation and charging, accommodating diverse indoor environments and user needs by allowing units to be easily moved and positioned for optimal performance.
Implementation Method 1
The backbone is provided with a wireless charging module, and another wireless charging module corresponding to the wireless charging module is provided in any one of the at least two air purifying apparatuses
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an air purifying system comprising: at least two air purifying apparatuses capable of being operated independently; and a placement frame configured to prop and support from below the at least two air purifying apparatuses, the placement frame being configured to restrict movement thereof, wherein the placement frame (7) includes: a backbone extending in a vertical direction; and at least two pedestals supported by the backbone to extend forwardly, spaced apart from each other by a predetermined interval in the vertical direction, and corresponding to the at least two air purifying apparatuses, respectively.