Robust Ozone Cell Apparatus for Combustion Efficiency
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing ozone cells are not robust enough to withstand the harsh environments typically found near combustion engines or processes, leading to potential damage and inefficiencies in combustion processes.
Innovation Solution
A robust ozone cell apparatus is designed with multiple cell elements, each comprising an inner and outer electrode bonded to a bonding ring and encased in potting material, along with a suspension assembly to protect against vibrations and a filter screen to prevent particulate damage, and incorporating rubber-like isolation for enhanced durability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a simple ozone cell structure is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the reliability and durability in harsh combustion environments deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs composite material construction by encasing the electrode assembly in a robust housing material that provides both mechanical strength and environmental resistance. The bonding ring uses multiple materials including conductive material for electrical connection and structural material for mechanical strength, creating a composite structure that withstands harsh combustion environments while maintaining functional simplicity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements vibration protection by suspending the element assembly from the housing using vibration isolation elements positioned before the harsh vibrational environment can damage the components. This beforehand cushioning approach prevents vibration-related failures without adding complex protective systems
2Reliability
If robust protective measures are added to the ozone cell, then the reliability and durability improve, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple protective functions into a single integrated housing structure that simultaneously provides mechanical protection, vibration isolation mounting points, and environmental sealing. The bonding ring combines electrical connection, mechanical bonding, and structural support functions in one component, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The housing serves multiple functions: it protects the electrode assembly from environmental damage, provides mounting structure for vibration isolation, and contains the ozone generation process. The bonding ring simultaneously provides electrical connection, mechanical bonding, and structural support, achieving multi-functionality without increasing complexity
3Duration of action of stationary object
If vibration protection is implemented, then the durability against damaging vibration improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses flexible vibration isolation elements that act as elastic dampers between the housing and the element assembly. These flexible components absorb vibrational energy through elastic deformation, protecting the delicate electrode assembly from harsh vibrations without requiring complex active vibration control systems
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 apparatus significantly enhances the durability and longevity of ozone cells in harsh environments, improving combustion efficiency and emissions by providing a stable ozone production system.
Implementation Method 1
An electric source is applied between the anode and cathode of the ozone cells. The electric source on the anode and cathode creates an electric field that splits oxygen molecules in the ambient air
Implementation Method 2
The electric source on the anode and cathode creates an electric field that splits oxygen molecules in the ambient air, leaving two single, highly active atoms of oxygen that combine with other oxygen to produce ozone (O3)
Implementation Method 3
a suspension assembly to moveably support the element assembly within the ozone cell to protect the element assembly from damaging vibration
Implementation Method 4
a filter screen attached to the ozone cell to reduce large particulate matter from leaving the ozone cell and damaging the combustion chamber
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AI summary
A robust apparatus to improve the efficiency and emissions of a combustion process using a plurality of cell elements disposed within a housing that is placed in the air intake to a combustion chamber. Each of the plurality of cell elements include an inner electrode and an outer electrode. The inner electrodes are electrically and physically bonded to a bonding ring. The bonding ring with the bonded inner electrodes may then be encased in a potting material to provide a robust element assembly. The opposing end of the element assembly may also be bonded together in a potting material. The robust element assembly as described herein is better suited to survive the harsh environment of the ozone cell place in or near a combustion engine or process.