Multi-Layer Scum Absorbing Device to Prevent Sponge Fragmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing scum absorbing devices made entirely of sponge are not environmentally friendly and prone to aging and fragmentation, leading to contamination of water.
Innovation Solution
A scum absorbing device comprising a front absorbing body with multiple layers, including a first layer with via holes, a second layer with additional via holes, and a third layer capable of absorbing scums, designed to capture and remove scums without fragmenting, allowing for reuse and minimizing environmental impact.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If scum absorbing devices are made completely of sponge, then they are simple in structure and easy to manufacture, but they are not environmentally friendly and prone to aging and fragmentation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite materials by combining sponge with netting material and fabric in a multi-layer structure. The sponge layer provides scum absorption capability, while the netting material and fabric layers provide structural support and prevent fragmentation. This composite approach resolves the contradiction by maintaining ease of manufacture through simple layering while significantly improving reliability and environmental friendliness.
Solution Approach 2:
The absorbing body is segmented into multiple functional layers: a first sponge layer for scum absorption, a netting material layer for structural support, and a fabric layer for additional stability. This segmentation allows each layer to perform its specific function optimally, preventing the sponge from fragmenting while maintaining manufacturing simplicity.
2Quantity of substance
If scum absorbing devices are made completely of sponge, then they have good scum absorption capability, but they are prone to aging and fragmenting after long time use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses composite materials where sponge is combined with durable netting material and fabric. The sponge maintains its scum absorption capability while the netting and fabric provide long-term structural integrity, preventing aging and fragmentation. This resolves the contradiction by ensuring both high scum absorption quantity and extended duration of use.
Solution Approach 2:
Different layers are assigned different local qualities: the sponge layer provides high absorption quality, while the netting and fabric layers provide high durability and structural quality. This local differentiation allows the device to achieve both excellent scum absorption capability and long service life without compromise.
3Device complexity
If sponge material is used alone, then the device is simple in structure, but it fragments and contaminates water after aging
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs composite materials comprising sponge, netting material, and fabric layered together. This composite structure prevents sponge fragmentation and water contamination while maintaining relatively simple device complexity through straightforward layering and assembly processes.
Solution Approach 2:
The netting material and fabric layers act as intermediaries that prevent direct contact between the sponge and water, thereby preventing fragmentation and contamination. These intermediary layers protect the sponge while maintaining the overall simplicity of the device structure.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively captures scums in water without aging or fragmenting, ensuring long-term usability and reducing environmental contamination.
Implementation Method 1
a third front layer, connected between the first front layer and the second front layer, the third front layer is capable of absorbing or capturing scums in water
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a scum absorbing device for absorbing scums in water. The scum absorbing device includes a front absorbing body, the front absorbing body includes: a first front layer defining a plurality of first via holes; a second front layer; and a third front layer, connected between the first front layer and the second front layer, the third front layer is capable of absorbing or capturing scums in water.