Cylindrical Reaction Vessel with Movable Axial Support for Thermal Cycling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing reaction apparatuses face issues with deformation due to thermal expansion or contraction, leading to operational failures of the reaction vessel and conveyance mechanism.
Innovation Solution
A reaction apparatus with a cylindrical reaction vessel supported by a first support part that fixes one end and a second support part that allows the other end to be movable, along with a temperature control unit to manage thermal expansion, ensuring the apparatus operates efficiently.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If the reaction vessel is heated to high temperatures for chemical reactions, then the reaction efficiency is improved, but the reaction vessel and conveyance mechanism deform due to thermal expansion
Solution Approach 1:
The reaction vessel is designed with a movable support structure that allows the vessel to expand and contract dynamically in response to temperature changes. The support mechanism includes a movable guide and positioning structure that accommodates thermal expansion while maintaining the vessel's operational position, thus preventing deformation-induced failures during high-temperature reactions.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention explicitly accounts for thermal expansion by designing the support structure to accommodate the expected expansion dimensions. The movable support allows the reaction vessel to extend and retract along the axial direction, converting the harmful thermal expansion effect into a controlled mechanical movement that prevents structural damage while maintaining reaction efficiency.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the reaction vessel is fixed rigidly to prevent movement, then the structural stability is improved, but thermal expansion causes deformation and operational failure
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure transitions from a static fixed connection to a dynamic movable connection. The movable guide and positioning mechanism allow controlled movement in the axial direction while maintaining lateral stability, enabling the reaction vessel to accommodate thermal expansion without compromising structural integrity or operational stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the support condition parameter from fixed to movable, allowing the reaction vessel to adjust its position parameter in response to temperature changes. This parameter change enables the system to maintain both stability and adaptability, preventing deformation while ensuring operational normality during thermal cycles.
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
Prevents deformation-induced failures by allowing thermal expansion and contraction, maintaining normal operation of the reaction vessel and conveyance mechanism.
Implementation Method 1
the reaction vessel, the conveyance mechanism, or the like is deformed due to thermal expansion or thermal contraction
Implementation Method 2
the reaction vessel, the conveyance mechanism, or the like is deformed due to thermal expansion or thermal contraction
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AI summary
Provided is a reaction device that can be prevented from becoming unable to operate normally, even when the reaction vessel deforms due to thermal expansion or thermal contraction. A reaction device (10) comprises: a cylindrical reaction vessel (100) including an intermediate portion (A3) between a one-end portion (A1) and an another-end portion (A2); a temperature control part that controls the temperature of the intermediate portion; a supply part (101) that supplies an object (R10) to be processed to the one-end portion inside the reaction vessel; a conveyance mechanism (120) that conveys the object to be processed, from the one-end portion of the reaction vessel through the intermediate portion to the other-end portion of the reaction vessel; a first support part (103) that supports the one-end portion of the reaction vessel in a fixed state; and a second support part (104) that supports the other-end portion of the reaction vessel such that the other-end portion is movable in the axial direction of the reaction vessel.