Remote heat exchanger unit with configurable air discharge of a transport climate control system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current transport climate control systems face challenges in providing optimal airflow and temperature distribution within multi-zone transport units, requiring complex configurations and technician intervention for zone-specific climate control.
Innovation Solution
A configurable remote heat exchanger unit with a separable air duct system and bi-directional fans, allowing adjustable airflow discharge directions and variable louvers to optimize air distribution and temperature control in climate-controlled spaces without the need for extensive technician involvement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed airflow discharge arrangement is used in remote heat exchanger units, then the system structure is simple, but the airflow distribution cannot be optimized for different zone configurations
Solution Approach 1:
The air duct system is divided into multiple separable ducts that can be independently configured. Each duct can be detached and repositioned to create different airflow patterns, allowing the system to adapt to various zone configurations without requiring a completely different duct design.
Solution Approach 2:
The air duct system incorporates movable and adjustable components that allow dynamic reconfiguration. The separable ducts can be positioned at different angles and locations, enabling the system to adapt its airflow discharge arrangement based on the specific zone layout requirements.
2Ease of operation
If complex airflow configurations are implemented to optimize zone-specific climate control, then airflow distribution improves, but technician intervention is required for configuration
Solution Approach 1:
The separable air duct system is designed to be easily configured by end users without requiring technician intervention. The modular design allows customers to independently adjust and reposition the ducts to match their zone configurations, eliminating the need for professional service for routine adjustments.
3Adaptability or versatility
If fixed climate control settings are used, then the system is simple to operate, but optimal temperature distribution across different zones cannot be achieved
Solution Approach 1:
The remote heat exchanger unit with separable air ducts serves multiple functions by adapting to different zone configurations. The same basic unit can be configured for various airflow patterns and zone layouts, making it a universal solution that replaces the need for multiple specialized configurations.
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
Enables efficient and customizable climate control in transport units by allowing non-technical users to configure airflow and temperature settings, improving air distribution and temperature uniformity across zones.
Implementation Method 1
at least one heat exchanger coil over which air received through the air intake is directed
Implementation Method 2
a separable air duct system configured to variably direct conditioned air received from the air outlet out from the configurable remote heat exchanger unit
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AI summary
A configurable remote heat exchanger unit (200) of a transport climate control system providing climate control within a climate controlled space of a transport unit is provided. The configurable remote heat exchanger unit (200) includes an air intake (202A, 202B), at least one heat exchanger coil (205) over which air received through the air intake is directed to the air outlet (212), an air outlet (212), and a separable air duct system (215) configured to variably direct conditioned air received from the air outlet (212) out from the configurable remote heat exchanger unit (200).