Portable Fan Base Assembly for Multi-Position Airflow Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable fan assemblies lack versatility and convenience in terms of configuration, support, and power options, limiting their usability in various workspaces.
Innovation Solution
A battery-powered fan assembly with a base that can be elevated and configured in multiple positions, including collapsible and stackable designs, and equipped with a removable battery pack for flexibility and ease of use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional fixed fan assembly is used, then the structure is simple, but the adaptability to different workspace configurations is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The base assembly is divided into multiple independently movable segments including a stand, first leg, second leg, and third leg that can be positioned and locked at different angles and heights. This segmentation allows each component to be adjusted independently to achieve various configurations while maintaining overall structural coherence.
Solution Approach 2:
The base structure incorporates multiple movable joints and articulation points that enable dynamic reconfiguration. The stand can pivot relative to the fan housing, legs can be extended or repositioned, and the entire base can be collapsed into a compact configuration for transport, transforming a static structure into a dynamically adaptable one.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple fan devices are used to achieve desired airflow directions and heights, then the airflow coverage is sufficient, but the device quantity and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The fan assembly is designed as a multi-functional unit where a single device can perform the work of multiple traditional fans. The adjustable base allows the fan to be positioned at various heights and angles, while the rotatable fan housing enables airflow direction control in multiple directions, consolidating the functionality of several fixed fans into one adaptable device.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention adds spatial dimensionality to airflow control by enabling the fan housing to rotate and the base to extend in multiple directions. This allows the single fan to project airflow across a three-dimensional space rather than in a fixed direction, effectively replacing multiple fans positioned at different locations and angles.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the fan housing is fixed relative to the base, then the structure is stable, but the airflow direction adjustability is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The connection between the fan housing and base is designed with rotational joints and articulation points that allow the housing to pivot and rotate while maintaining secure attachment. This dynamic connection enables airflow direction adjustment while preserving structural stability through controlled movement capabilities rather than rigid fixation.
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 provides a versatile and convenient fan assembly that can be easily adjusted to different configurations and powered by a removable battery pack, enhancing usability in various workspaces.
Implementation Method 1
a motor operable to rotate the plurality of fan blades
Implementation Method 2
a battery receptacle configured to receive a removable battery pack to power the motor
Data Source
AI summary
A battery powered box-type fan assembly includes a fan housing that at least partially defines an airflow chamber, a plurality of fan blades positioned within the airflow chamber, a motor operable to rotate the plurality of fan blades, a battery receptacle positioned on the fan housing, the battery receptacle configured to receive a removable battery pack to power the motor, and a base coupled to the fan housing and configured to be placed on a support surface. The base elevates the fan housing above the support surface and is operable to support the fan housing in multiple configurations. The base also includes a stand pivotable relative to the fan housing between a collapsed position, in which the stand is flipped up toward the fan housing, and a deployed position, in which the stand extends away from the fan housing and is configured to contact the support surface.