Electrolysis Cell Integrated into Swimming Pool Filtration Unit
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current electrolysis cells for swimming pool water disinfection are encased in waterproof sleeves, making maintenance and replacement difficult, and pose safety risks due to gas accumulation from electrolysis, which can be toxic and explosive.
Innovation Solution
Designing an electrolysis cell that is directly integrated into a water filtration group, allowing it to be immersed in pool water and eliminating the need for a waterproof sleeve, with gas exhaust vents to safely release gases into the air and water, and featuring a removable mounting base with spring tabs and a central insulating core for easy access and control connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the electrolysis cell is enclosed in a waterproof sleeve, then the cell is protected from water damage, but maintenance and replacement become difficult and require special piping
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the electrolysis cell from the waterproof sleeve enclosure and integrates it directly into the filtration group housing. This allows the cell to be accessible for maintenance and replacement without requiring special piping or valve operations, while the filtration group housing itself provides the necessary protection.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the electrolysis cell with the filtration group by integrating the cell mounting base directly into the filtration group housing. This combination eliminates the need for separate waterproof sleeves and special piping, simplifying both installation and maintenance while maintaining protection.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the electrolysis cell is hermetically enclosed, then the cell structure is sealed, but gases from electrolysis accumulate creating safety hazards
Solution Approach 1:
The invention converts the harmful gas accumulation issue into a beneficial gas venting system. Gas vents are integrated into the cell structure, allowing electrolysis gases to escape safely into the pool water where they are diluted and dispersed, transforming a safety hazard into a controlled release mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The cell structure incorporates gas vents that allow selective passage of gases while maintaining the overall structural integrity and water sealing. This porous approach enables gas escape paths without compromising the sealed structure needed for proper operation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional filtration systems are used, then the system is established, but the electrolysis cell is not accessible for maintenance without emptying the pool
Solution Approach 1:
The invention combines the electrolysis cell with the filtration group, positioning the cell within the filtration group housing. This integration allows the cell to be accessible through the filtration group access points, enabling maintenance without emptying the pool while maintaining compatibility with established filtration systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The filtration group housing serves multiple functions: it houses both the filtration media and the electrolysis cell, provides access points for maintenance of both components, and maintains water circulation. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate access systems.
4Ease of repair
If valves are closed to isolate the electrolysis cell for maintenance, then the cell can be accessed, but pool water must be emptied creating incidents
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the electrolysis cell from the main water circulation path by integrating it into the filtration group housing, which can be accessed independently. This allows cell removal and maintenance without closing circulation valves or emptying the pool, maintaining water retention and system reliability.
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
Facilitates simpler and safer maintenance and replacement of the electrolysis cell, reduces safety hazards by allowing gases to escape safely, and eliminates the need for special piping and valve isolation, enhancing operational efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
The function of the electrolysis cell is to ensure electrolytic production, which is the source of the transformation of salt molecules (NaCl) into natural chlorine (sodium hypochlorite) in the pool water
Implementation Method 2
The chemical reaction produced by electrolysis to disinfect the pool water produces two gaseous components: dihydrogen H2 and dichlorine C12
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AI summary
The invention relates to an electrolysis cell (1) for water disinfection, particularly in a salt-treated swimming pool. The cell comprises electrodes (2) positioned at a relative distance from each other and connected to opposite poles of a direct current source. It includes a mounting base (3) for mounting in a water filtration unit (30), such that the electrolysis cell (1) is immersed in the water passing through the filtration unit. The electrodes (2) are fixed to the mounting base (3) by one of their ends (2a) and extend cantilevered from the mounting base (3) to be in contact with the water passing through the filtration unit. In addition, the mounting base (3) has one or more gas exhaust vents (12) intended to communicate with the water passing through said filtration group (30) allowing any gases from electrolysis to be automatically evacuated into the water.