Mikveh and method for constructing thereof
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Solution Overview
Problem
Constructing a mikveh is a costly and complex process due to stringent Jewish regulations regarding water volume and sourcing, making it difficult to create a mikveh that is both affordable and compliant.
Innovation Solution
A modular, lightweight construction method using building units with a sealed vessel design, where each unit is at least 50 centimeters long and weighs less than 250 kg per square meter, allowing for the creation of a mikveh that meets Jewish regulations by using materials like plastic, polycarbonate, or glass, and allowing for natural water sourcing and heating.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional heavy construction technology is used to build a mikveh, then structural strength and stability are improved, but construction cost and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The mikveh structure is divided into modular building units (22) that can be assembled together to form the complete vessel (52). Each module is a self-contained structural element that contributes to the overall strength while simplifying construction through standardized, pre-fabricated components.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs thin-walled modular building units made from materials like plastic, polycarbonate, or glass that provide sufficient structural strength through their geometry and material properties rather than thickness. These thin-walled modules reduce construction complexity and cost while maintaining the required structural integrity.
2Ease of manufacture
If modular lightweight building units are used, then construction cost and ease of assembly are improved, but structural strength may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The structure is segmented into standardized modular units (22) with dimensions of at least 50 cm in length, making them easy to handle, transport, and assemble. The segmentation allows for simplified manufacturing while the modular design enables straightforward connection and disconnection of units.
Solution Approach 2:
The building units are constructed from composite or engineered materials such as plastic, polycarbonate, or glass that provide high strength-to-weight ratios. These materials maintain structural strength while reducing the weight and complexity of construction compared to traditional heavy materials.
3Reliability
If stringent Jewish regulations regarding water volume and sourcing are followed, then religious compliance is improved, but construction cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The internal volume is divided into functional compartments including a basin (30) for natural water collection and an immersion pool (20) for ritual use. This segmentation allows for precise control and measurement of water volumes to ensure compliance with the 40 seah requirement while simplifying water management.
Solution Approach 2:
A partition (16) with water transition (18) acts as an intermediary between the natural water basin and the immersion pool. This intermediary structure allows water to flow naturally from the basin to the pool, ensuring compliance with regulations requiring natural water flow while simplifying the overall water sourcing system.
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AI summary
Constructing a mikveh by permanently fixing at least one initial building unit to the ground of an installation site, connecting, in a sealed manner, additional building units to the initial building unit(s), for producing a sealed vessel, where the length of each of most of said building units is at least 50 centimeters, and the weight per area thereof is less than 250 kg per square meter.