Pool Filter Cleaning Machine With Rotating Base And Sprays
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing filter cleaners for pool filters lack an automated system that efficiently washes, sanitizes, and dries the filters using minimal water, while also extending the filter's lifespan and reducing disease spread.
Innovation Solution
A pool filter cleaning machine with a container that uses a rotating base and a plurality of sprays to apply a cleaning solution and water, while connected to a water hose for efficient water usage, and includes a drying cycle utilizing centrifugal force.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual cleaning methods are used for pool filters, then water usage is high and cleaning time is long, but the filter lifespan is reduced and disease spread increases
Solution Approach 1:
The pool filter cleaning machine enables the filter to clean itself automatically through a rotating base with multiple spray nozzles that apply cleaning solution and water to the filter cartridge from various angles, eliminating manual labor and significantly reducing cleaning time while improving productivity
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses hydraulic spray nozzles connected to a water hose to deliver high-pressure cleaning water and sanitizing solution to the filter cartridge. The rotating base distributes the hydraulic flow evenly across the filter surface, achieving thorough cleaning quickly and efficiently
2Loss of substance
If traditional cleaning methods are used, then cleaning is simple, but water usage is excessive and disease spread is not reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The cleaning system is divided into multiple spray nozzles positioned at different locations on the rotating base, allowing targeted application of cleaning solution and water to specific areas of the filter cartridge. This segmented approach ensures thorough coverage with minimal water consumption while effectively removing contaminants that could spread disease
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the parameters of the cleaning process by controlling water pressure, flow rate, and spray pattern through the hydraulic system. By optimizing these parameters, the machine achieves effective cleaning and sanitization with reduced water usage, preventing disease spread while being environmentally conscious
3Productivity
If automated cleaning systems are implemented, then cleaning efficiency increases, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating base with multiple spray nozzles serves multiple functions: it applies cleaning solution, delivers high-pressure water rinsing, and distributes sanitizing agent uniformly across the filter cartridge. This multi-functional design achieves high cleaning efficiency without requiring separate systems for each function, thereby limiting the increase in device complexity
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 solution significantly reduces water usage, speeds up the cleaning process, extends the life of the pool filter, and helps in reducing the spread of diseases in pools, all while being cost-effective and easy to maintain.
Implementation Method 1
a rotating base driven by a pulley
Implementation Method 2
a plurality of sprays are used to throw a cleaning solution and water in order to wash, sanitize, clean and dry the pool filter
Implementation Method 3
a drying cycle utilizing centrifugal force
Data Source
AI summary
A pool filter cleaning machine including a housing assembly, a cleaning assembly, and an electric assembly. Housing assembly includes a hose intake where a garden hose is coupled to supply water that flows through a hose pipe inside the base, a container attached to and edge of the base includes a receiving portion where a plurality of sprays are placed around the cylindrical shape of the container, where a pool filter is placed and is washed and sanitized by means of the water that flows through the hose pipe and is thrown through the plurality of sprays. During the cleaning process, the pool filter rotates by means of a rotating base proximal to the bottom of the container driven by a drive and driven pulley mechanism actuated by an integral circuit device placed inside of the base that automate the operation of the elements herein described.