Multilayer Liquid Separation Filter for Compressor Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing liquid separation filters face challenges in improving their liquid separation performance, particularly in efficiently separating liquids like oil or water from gases in compressor systems.
Innovation Solution
A multilayer liquid separation filter structure is introduced, comprising a first element portion with a fiber layer and a second element portion with a tubular fiber layer that surrounds the first element portion, along with an attachment mechanism allowing for easy assembly and detachment from a top plate, enhancing liquid separation efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a single fiber layer is used in the liquid separation filter, then the structure is simple, but the liquid separation performance is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The filter element is divided into multiple functional layers: a first fiber layer for initial liquid separation and a second fiber layer for further separation. This segmentation allows each layer to perform specific separation functions, improving overall liquid separation performance while maintaining manageable structural complexity through modular design
Solution Approach 2:
The first element portion with the first fiber layer is nested inside the second element portion with the second fiber layer. This nested configuration enables multiple separation stages within a compact structure, enhancing liquid separation performance without proportionally increasing device complexity
2Ease of operation
If the element portion is fixed permanently to the top plate, then the structure is stable, but maintenance and replacement are difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The connection between the element portion and top plate is designed to be dynamically changeable between fixed and detachable states. The insertion portion fits into the through hole with an abutting portion that provides stable connection during operation, while allowing intentional detachment for maintenance, thus balancing operational stability with ease of replacement
Solution Approach 2:
Different parts of the connection mechanism have different properties: the insertion portion and through hole provide precise positioning and stable connection, while the abutting portion provides detachable attachment. This local differentiation of connection qualities enables both stability during operation and ease of maintenance when needed
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
The multilayer structure effectively improves liquid separation performance by allowing for additional separation stages, reducing re-scattering of mist, and efficiently collecting liquids from gases in compressor systems, such as those using hydrogen or natural gas.
Implementation Method 1
a second element portion having a tubular shape and including a fiber layer for separating liquid from gas discharged from a compressor
Data Source
AI summary
A liquid separation constituent is used with being attached to a top plate to and from which a first element portion is attachable and detachable, and includes a second element portion having a fiber layer, an annular first attachment portion to which an upper end portion of the second element portion is attached, and a second attachment portion to which a lower end portion of a second element portion is attached. The first element portion includes an abutting portion abutting on the top plate and an insertion portion inserted into a through hole of the top plate. The first attachment portion includes a hole portion into which the insertion portion of the first element portion removed from the top plate is insertable, and an annular abutting portion abutting on a lower surface of the top plate from which the first element portion is removed.