Plasma Fine Bubble Generation With Adjustable NO and Ozone Ratios

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing methods for generating micro/nano-bubble liquids lack flexibility in adjusting the production of plasma gases such as nitric oxide and ozone, limiting the operational versatility and efficiency of plasma fine bubble liquid generating apparatuses.

Innovation Solution

The apparatus includes a fine bubble generator, multiple plasma generators, and a control module to independently adjust the power supply to each plasma generator, allowing for the generation of different plasma gases and their ratios, enabling flexible operation and convenient adjustment of plasma gas production.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a single plasma generator is used to produce plasma gases, then the device structure is simple, but the flexibility in adjusting production of different plasma gases (nitric oxide and ozone) is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveflexibility in adjusting plasma gas productionVSAvoiddevice structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The plasma generation system is divided into multiple independent plasma generators, each capable of producing different plasma gases (nitric oxide and ozone). This segmentation allows independent control and adjustment of each gas type's production, resolving the contradiction by enabling flexible plasma gas production while maintaining relatively simple individual generator structures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The plasma generation system is designed with multi-functional capability to produce different types of plasma gases (nitric oxide and ozone) using similar generator structures. This universality allows the system to adapt to different application requirements without fundamentally changing the device architecture, thus improving versatility without proportionally increasing complexity.

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

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple plasma generators are added to produce different plasma gases, then the operational flexibility is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperational flexibilityVSAvoidnumber of plasma generators
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses multiple independent plasma generators that can be selectively activated based on operational needs. This segmentation allows the system to maintain flexibility by having separate control over each generator while avoiding the complexity of a single highly complex generator that would need to produce all gas types simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically adjusts which plasma generators are active based on the required plasma gas composition. This dynamic operation allows the system to optimize performance for different applications while keeping the overall device complexity manageable by only activating necessary generators during operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Manufacturing precision

If independent power supply adjustment for each plasma generator is implemented, then precise control over plasma gas ratios is achieved, but the control system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprecision control over plasma gas productionVSAvoidcontrol system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The control system monitors the production output of each plasma generator and adjusts power supply accordingly to maintain precise control over plasma gas ratios. This feedback mechanism enables accurate control of gas production levels while using relatively simple power adjustment strategies, resolving the contradiction between precision and complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system controls plasma gas production by adjusting electrical parameters (power, voltage, current) supplied to each plasma generator independently. This parameter-based control approach achieves precise control over gas production ratios without requiring complex mechanical or structural modifications, thus improving precision while limiting complexity growth.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

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 configuration enhances operational flexibility by allowing the generation of multiple plasma types, including nitric oxide and ozone, and enables precise control over their production, improving the apparatus's efficiency and convenience.

Implementation Method 1

The first plasma generator is configured to generate a first plasma gas from the working gas. The second plasma generator is configured to generate a second plasma gas from the working gas.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPlasma: Plasma

Implementation Method 2

The first plasma generator includes a first electrode and a second electrode. The first electrode is electrically connected with the first contact point. The second electrode is electrically connected with the second contact point.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrical discharge: Electric Arc

Implementation Method 3

The fine bubble generator is configured to generate fine bubbles in a liquid.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectBubble formation: Bubble

Data Source

PatentUS11877378B2Plasma fine bubble liquid generating apparatus
Publication Date: 2024.01.16 NAT YANG MING CHIAO TUNG UNIV
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AI summary

An apparatus includes a fine bubble generator, a gas supplying source, a first plasma generator, a second plasma generator, a power source and a control module. The fine bubble generator is configured to generate fine bubbles in a liquid. The gas supplying source is configured to supply a working gas. The first plasma generator is configured to generate a first plasma gas from the working gas. The second plasma generator is configured to generate a second plasma gas from the working gas. The power source is configured to supply electricity to the first plasma generator and the second plasma generator. The control module is configured to adjust the power source to provide power to the first plasma generator and the second plasma generator. The first plasma gas and the second plasma gas are directed into the liquid.