Removable Vacuum Control Device for Storage Container
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vacuum storage containers require complex and inconvenient procedures to release the vacuum state, necessitating the removal and reinstallation of the vacuum pump each time, making operation cumbersome.
Innovation Solution
A vacuum storage container with a removable vacuum control device featuring a push-type relief valve and a relief valve control mechanism, allowing direct operation of the vacuum relief valve to release the vacuum state without needing to remove or reinstall the vacuum control device, utilizing a handle-driven top column and reset spring mechanism to simplify the process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If the vacuum pump is separated from the box body and mounted on it, then the shell can be flat and aesthetic and mistaken operations are prevented, but the vacuum pump must be dismantled each time to release vacuum making operation complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The vacuum control device is segmented into a removable module that can be separated from the box body. This allows the vacuum pump to be integrated with the box body for a flat aesthetic appearance during normal operation, while enabling easy removal when vacuum release is needed, thus resolving the contradiction between maintaining a flat shell and ensuring ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The vacuum control device transitions from a static integrated design to a dynamic removable design. The vacuum pump and control mechanisms can be easily attached and detached from the box body, allowing the system to adapt between maintaining vacuum (integrated) and releasing vacuum (separated), thereby improving operational ease without compromising the flat shell appearance during storage.
2Ease of operation
If the vacuum pump is kept on the box body to maintain vacuum state, then vacuum preservation is convenient, but the device complexity increases due to permanent mounting requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The vacuum control device is designed as a separable module that can be easily attached to and removed from the box body. This segmentation eliminates the need for complex permanent mounting structures while allowing the vacuum pump to remain on the box body during vacuum maintenance, thus achieving both convenience and simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The vacuum control device serves multiple functions: it can be mounted on the box body for vacuum maintenance and evacuation operations, and removed when vacuum release is needed. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate mounting structures and simplifies the overall device design while maintaining operational convenience.
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 easy operation for users to release the vacuum state, whether the vacuum control device is mounted or removed, enhancing usability and simplifying the process of maintaining the container's vacuum state.
Implementation Method 1
a vacuum way is used in many storage containers to delay the oxidative deterioration process of the articles
Implementation Method 2
the vacuumizing channel is provided with a check valve, when the vacuum control device is mounted to the box body, the vacuum pump is connected to the vacuumizing channel, the check valve opens when the vacuum pump is pumped
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AI summary
An easily-operated vacuum storage container comprises box body and a vacuum control device that is mounted on the box body in a removable manner. The vacuum control device comprises a vacuum pump for evacuating the box body that is provided with a vacuum relief valve, and a relief valve control mechanism. When the vacuum control device is mounted in the box body, the relief valve control mechanism can open or close the vacuum relief valve. When the vacuum control device is not mounted in the box body, users can directly control the vacuum relief valve to release the vacuum inside the box body. When the vacuum control device is mounted and users need to release the vacuum in the box body, they need not to take up the vacuum control device, but directly operate the relief valve control mechanism on the vacuum control device to release the vacuum.