Multifunctional Cold Spray Machine for Automated Environmental Maintenance

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing air treatment machines for deinsecting, disinfection, and deodorizing are manual, non-automatic, and limited in range and duration, requiring toxic chemical compounds that pose health risks and contribute to pollution, with large tanks consuming chemicals quickly and restricting use to short periods.

Innovation Solution

A multifunctional spray machine capable of automatic and independent operation using 'coldspraying' and 'coldfogging' techniques, with a programmable electronic device and a twin-function spray nozzle, allowing for macro- and micro-spray settings to treat up to 1,000 square meters for 60 days with a single 800ml reload, using a polypropylene tank and a two-setting switching valve.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Object-affected harmful factors

If manual machines with large tanks are used for deinsecting and disinfection, then the chemical compounds can be dosed in focused form, but the machines require toxic chemicals that are harmful to humans and cause atmospheric pollution

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveharmfulness of chemical compoundsVSAvoidfunctional versatility
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies multi-functionality by enabling a single machine to perform multiple functions: deinsecting, disinfection, deodorising, and odorising. The spray machine can switch between different modes (macro-spray and micro-spray) and treat different areas (up to 1,000 square meters) using the same basic device, eliminating the need for multiple specialized machines and reducing reliance on toxic chemicals.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent utilizes parameter changes by altering the operational parameters of the spray machine to achieve different treatment modes. The machine can change between macro-spray and micro-spray settings, adjust spray patterns, and modify dosing parameters to treat different areas and applications, thereby reducing chemical consumption and expanding functional versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Duration of action of moving object

If manual machines with large tanks are used, then chemical compounds can be stored in bulk, but the consumption of chemical compounds is high and limits the range of use to short periods

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveduration of useVSAvoidchemical consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of moving objectVSLoss of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements continuity of useful action through automatic operation. The machine can operate autonomously for extended periods (up to 60 days with a single 800ml reload) without requiring manual intervention, maintaining continuous treatment effectiveness while reducing overall chemical consumption through precise automated dosing control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

Solution Approach 2:

The machine performs self-service through automatic operation and self-regulating dosing. The programmable electronic device automatically controls the spray cycles, timing, and chemical dispensing, eliminating the need for manual monitoring and adjustment. This self-service capability allows the machine to operate continuously for extended periods while optimizing chemical usage efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Ease of operation

If manual machines are used for shock treatments, then focused dosing can be achieved, but the area to be treated must be evacuated completely and qualified technical personnel must be present

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of operationVSAvoidautomation level
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSExtent of automation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies self-service by enabling the machine to operate autonomously without requiring qualified technical personnel presence. The programmable electronic device automatically controls all operations including chemical dosing, spray timing, and cycle management. The machine can be left to operate independently in the treated area, eliminating the need for continuous human supervision and safety evacuations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical operation with automated electronic control. The programmable electronic device substitutes for human decision-making and manual control, automatically managing the spray cycles, chemical dispensing, and timing parameters. This electronic automation eliminates the need for qualified personnel to be present during operation while maintaining precise dosing control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Adaptability or versatility

If machines designed for one function only are used, then specific chemical compounds can be dosed effectively, but the range of use is limited to a few hours

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefunctional versatilityVSAvoidrange of use
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDuration of action of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements universality by designing a single machine that can perform multiple functions: deinsecting, disinfection, deodorising, and odorising. The machine can switch between different treatment modes and treat various areas (up to 1,000 square meters) using the same device, expanding functional versatility while maintaining extended operational range of up to 60 days with a single reload.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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

Enables efficient and safe application of shock treatments and environmental maintenance over extended periods without the need for manual handling, reducing chemical consumption and minimizing environmental impact while ensuring effective disinfection and deodorization.

Implementation Method 1

the amount of air propelled produces a depression inside it, creating suction for the specific liquid formulation of active agents

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSuction: Suction

Implementation Method 2

emerges in a heavy drizzle through the spray nozzle spray cone

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAtomization:

Data Source

PatentUS9718071B2Multifunctional spray machine for cold macro- and micro-spray
Publication Date: 2017.08.01 CASTILLO SANCHO FERNANDO MR
  • US9718071B2 patent drawing
  • US9718071B2 patent drawing

AI summary

The invention proposed refers to a Multifunctional cold macro- and micro-spray spraying machine, techniques known as “coldspraying” and “coldfogging” done automatically and independently by a single spray machine, making it a multifunctional spray machine able to perform shock treatments and to maintain atmospheric deinsecting, disinfection, deodorizing and odorizing depending on the liquid formulation of active agents dosed.