Modular Electric Heating Tile With Sensor-Based Safe Heat Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing heating tiles using electric heating wires face issues such as high labor and construction costs, complexity in installation, vulnerability to electromagnetic interference, and difficulty in securing effective heat transfer and safe operation due to weak connections and potential for short circuits.
Innovation Solution
A modular electric heat tile with a built-in ceramic heating wire and fastening members for easy installation, coupled with a control module for temperature monitoring and control, and a sensor error detection system to ensure safe and efficient heating.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If electric heating wires are embedded in floor or wall using traditional radiant heating methods, then heating efficiency is improved, but construction complexity and labor costs increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The heating system is divided into modular heating tiles that can be independently installed and replaced. Each tile contains its own heating wire and insulation layer, eliminating the need for complex continuous installation procedures while maintaining effective heat transfer areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The heating wires and insulation layers are pre-assembled into complete heating tile units during manufacturing. This preliminary preparation allows for simple snap-fit installation by end users without requiring complex construction procedures such as pouring cement or laying multiple layers of materials.
2Object-generated harmful factors
If heating wires are embedded in floor or wall, then radiant heating function is achieved, but labor costs and construction time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The heating system is divided into modular heating tiles that can be independently installed and replaced. Each tile contains its own heating wire and insulation layer, eliminating the need for complex continuous installation procedures while maintaining effective heat transfer areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The heating wires and insulation layers are pre-assembled into complete heating tile units during manufacturing. This preliminary preparation allows for simple snap-fit installation by end users without requiring complex construction procedures such as pouring cement or laying multiple layers of materials.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If planar heating elements are used to reduce electromagnetic waves, then electromagnetic interference is reduced, but mechanical strength and moisture resistance decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The heating tile combines a ceramic base material with embedded heating wire. The ceramic provides mechanical strength, moisture resistance, and electrical insulation, while the embedded heating wire generates heat with minimal electromagnetic radiation due to its planar configuration within the ceramic matrix.
4Object-generated harmful factors
If heating wire and tile body are used as heating medium, then heating function is achieved, but connection area between them is insufficient causing poor heat transfer
Solution Approach 1:
The heating wire is embedded within the ceramic tile body itself, creating a unified structure where the tile and heating element become one integrated component. This merging eliminates interface resistance and ensures efficient heat transfer from the wire to the tile surface.
5Ease of operation
If heating wire fitting groove and cavity are machined on square block base, then heating wire installation is enabled, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The heating wire and insulation layer are pre-assembled into complete heating tile units during manufacturing. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for post-manufacturing modifications such as machining grooves or cavities, allowing for simple snap-fit installation by end users.
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
Facilitates simple and safe installation, effective heat transfer, and reliable operation by minimizing electromagnetic interference and enabling quick detection and replacement of faulty tiles.
Implementation Method 1
an electric heating wire electrically connected to the power line
Implementation Method 2
a first thermally conductive sheet or paste attached to a side of the upper cover
Implementation Method 3
at least one temperature sensor and a power line electrically connected to the temperature sensor
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to an electric heat tile including: a first layer including at least one temperature sensor and a power line electrically connected to the temperature sensor; a second layer placed on an upper surface of the first layer and including an electric heating wire electrically connected to the power line; an upper cover covering an upper surface of the second layer; a lower cover covering a lower surface of the first layer, and a first thermally conductive sheet or paste attached to a side of the upper cover.