System for generating uniform diffusion of air

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional air conditioning systems concentrate conditioned air in specific areas, leading to discomfort and health issues, and lack the ability to selectively change the point of air introduction for maximum effectiveness.

Innovation Solution

A system comprising a diffuser tube with changeable length and an external casing, both with obliquely oriented openings, allowing for uniform air diffusion and adjustable airflow, with the external casing being rotatable to enhance circulation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If conventional air conditioning openings are provided in walls or ceilings with fixed wings to direct airflow, then the airflow can be directed in a particular direction, but the conditioned air becomes concentrated in a specific area causing discomfort and health issues

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveairflow direction controlVSAvoidconcentrated airflow causing discomfort
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The diffuser is segmented into multiple surfaces (first surface, second surface, third surface, fourth surface) with each surface containing multiple openings. This segmentation allows airflow to be distributed across multiple directions simultaneously, preventing concentration in a single area while maintaining directional control capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The diffuser utilizes three-dimensional spatial distribution by providing openings on multiple surfaces (top, bottom, side walls) of the diffuser body. This multi-dimensional airflow distribution eliminates the single-direction concentration problem while preserving operational control over airflow patterns.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Ease of manufacture

If openings for air conditioning are placed at the top region of the wall or mounted on the ceiling, then installation is simplified, but the system lacks the ability to selectively change the point of introduction of conditioned air for maximum effectiveness

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation simplicityVSAvoidselective air introduction point
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The diffuser incorporates movable or adjustable components that allow the point of air introduction to be selectively changed. The diffuser body can be positioned at different locations and orientations, enabling adaptive airflow introduction points while maintaining ease of installation through standardized mounting interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The diffuser is designed with universal mounting capabilities that allow it to be installed in various locations (walls, ceilings) while providing multi-directional airflow through its multiple surfaces. This universality enables the same device to adapt to different installation scenarios and selectively introduce air at optimal points.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Object-affected harmful factors

If a diffuser with multiple surfaces and openings is used to achieve uniform air diffusion, then airflow distribution improves, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveair distribution uniformityVSAvoiddiffuser structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The diffuser utilizes a porous or perforated structure with multiple openings distributed across its surfaces. This approach achieves uniform air diffusion through the inherent flow characteristics of porous/perforated surfaces while maintaining relatively simple manufacturing processes and device construction.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #31Porous materials

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 system achieves uniform air distribution, allowing for selective regulation of airflow and improved comfort by diffusing conditioned air in all directions, addressing the limitations of conventional systems.

Implementation Method 1

system for generating uniform diffusion of air

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectDiffusion: Diffusion

Data Source

PatentUS20240280288A1System for generating uniform diffusion of air
Publication Date: 2024.08.22 HCL TECH ITAL SPA
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AI summary

A system for generating uniform air diffusion is disclosed that includes a diffuser tube having a first elongated profile and a first surface extending along a longitudinal length of the diffuser tube and defining a first enclosed space. The diffuser tube may receive conditioned air within the first enclosed space. The first surface includes a first plurality of openings that allow movement of air across the first surface. The longitudinal length of the diffuser tube is changeable. The system may additionally include an external casing having a second elongated profile and a second surface extending along a longitudinal length of the external casing and defining a second enclosed space. The external casing may encase the diffuser tube. The second surface may include a second plurality of openings that allow movement of air thereacross. The external casing may be rotatable relative to the diffuser tube.