Multi-Cyclone Sediment Filter with Removable Cartridge
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current cyclonic separation systems require frequent maintenance, are prone to downtime, and consume significant resources due to the need for regular cleaning and replacement of multiple housings and filter bags, especially in applications like swimming pool water and oil treatment, where high fluid flow rates and rapid processing are necessary.
Innovation Solution
A multi-cyclone sediment filter with a hemispherical sediment bowl, cylindrical cyclone housing, and a removable cyclone cartridge featuring vertically disposed inverted cone-shaped cyclones, which induces a vortex in the fluid to separate sediment, directing it to a sump while allowing filtered fluid to exit through a diffuser plate and outlet, facilitating easy maintenance and replacement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple separate housings and filter bags are used in cyclonic separation systems, then the separation function is achieved, but maintenance frequency increases and system downtime increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple cyclone separators into a single integrated housing structure, where multiple cyclones operate simultaneously within one common housing. This eliminates the need for multiple separate housings and filter bags, reducing maintenance frequency and system downtime while maintaining reliable separation function.
2Reliability
If multiple separate housings and filter bags are used in cyclonic separation systems, then the separation function is achieved, but inventory requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple cyclone separators into a single integrated housing structure, where multiple cyclones operate simultaneously within one common housing. This eliminates the need for multiple separate housings and filter bags, reducing maintenance frequency and system downtime while maintaining reliable separation function.
3Productivity
If single cyclone units are used, then the structure is simple, but processing capacity and fluid flow rate handling are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the processing system into multiple independent cyclone units arranged in parallel within a single housing. Each cyclone handles a portion of the fluid flow, collectively achieving high processing capacity while maintaining the simplicity of individual cyclone designs. The modular arrangement allows easy scaling and maintenance.
4Reliability
If frequent cleaning and replacement of filter media is performed, then separation effectiveness is maintained, but water consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs multiple cyclones operating in parallel that can be cleaned or replaced sequentially rather than simultaneously. This allows the system to maintain continuous operation with minimal interruption, reducing the frequency of cleaning cycles and associated water consumption while preserving separation effectiveness through regular maintenance of individual units.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system effectively filters 75% of incoming sediment, reduces the need for frequent backflushing of sand filters, conserves water, and allows for rapid parts replacement, minimizing maintenance and extending filter cartridge life without the need for frequent cleaning or replacement of filter media.
Implementation Method 1
The cyclone cartridge inserted in the cyclone housing includes a plurality of vertically disposed inverted cone-shaped fluid cyclones, each having a small opening at a lower end and larger opening at an upper end. The cartridge has a plurality of fluid flow paths that direct fluid to the cyclones where a vortex is induced in the moving fluid. As sediment is removed from the fluid in each cyclone, it is separated out and delivered down into the sediment bowl sump
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AI summary
A multi-cyclone sediment filter having a sediment bowl with a hemispherical bottom and a sump for collecting sediment, a cylindrical cyclone housing disposed above and sealingly connected to the sediment bowl, a removable and replaceable cyclone cartridge inserted into the cyclone housing, a diffuser plate sealingly connected to the cyclone cartridge and cyclone housing, a fluid inlet for introducing fluid into the cyclone housing, and a fluid outlet for discharging fluid from the cyclone housing. The cyclone cartridge inserted in the cyclone housing includes a plurality of vertically disposed inverted cone-shaped fluid cyclones, each having a small opening at a lower end and larger opening at an upper end. The cartridge has a plurality of fluid flow paths that direct fluid to the cyclones where a vortex is induced in the moving fluid. As sediment is removed from the fluid in each cyclone, it is separated out and delivered down into the sediment bowl sump, while fluid is directed upwardly and out to the fluid outlet.