Natural Heat Equalization Loop for Low-Energy Temperature Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional active temperature equalization devices are costly and energy-intensive for maintaining temperature regulation, particularly in environments requiring stable thermal conditions.
Innovation Solution
A temperature equalization system utilizing a heat carrier from natural sources like earth, water bodies, or deserts, combined with a heat equalizer and fluid transmission ducts to regulate temperature through fluid circulation, reducing the need for excessive energy consumption.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If conventional active temperature equalization devices are used, then temperature regulation function is achieved, but cost and energy consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes natural thermal energy from the earth (geothermal energy) to automatically equalize temperatures without requiring external energy input. The system allows heat to naturally flow from warmer to cooler regions through the earth, achieving temperature regulation through self-service mechanisms rather than active energy-consuming devices
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary thermal conduction path through the earth between heat sources and sinks. By using the earth as a thermal mediator, the system enables passive heat transfer and temperature equalization without requiring direct active cooling or heating devices
2Temperature
If conventional active temperature equalization devices are used, then temperature regulation function is achieved, but cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system leverages free natural geothermal energy and passive thermal conduction through the earth, eliminating the need for expensive active cooling or heating equipment. The earth itself serves as the temperature regulation mechanism, significantly reducing manufacturing and operational costs
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extracts and utilizes the natural thermal energy already present in the earth, removing the need for expensive temperature regulation equipment. By taking advantage of the earth's inherent thermal properties, the system achieves cost-effective temperature equalization
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
This system effectively regulates temperature with reduced energy usage by leveraging natural thermal energy, providing stable conditions for industrial and environmental applications.
Implementation Method 1
a heat equalizer with good thermal conduction performance disposed in the natural heat carrier to regulate the fluid with temperature difference passing through the installation for temperature equalization
Implementation Method 2
The fluid passes through the installation to regulate for temperature equalization, and flows back to the heat equalization installation disposed in the natural heat carrier
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AI summary
A temperature equalization system, including an installation, a heat equalizer disposed in a natural heat carrier and being made of a material of heat conduction to exchange heat with the natural heat carrier, a fluid transmission duct disposed between the heat equalizer and the installation and having a fluid contained therein for heat transmission, a pump connected in series with the fluid transmission duct for pumping the fluid, and a control means controlling an operation of temperature equalization system. The control means controls the pump to pump the fluid through the fluid transmission duct and an interior of the installation with a periodical change of flowing direction.