Rotating Liquid Dispensing Mechanism for Versatile Discharge Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
The versatility of existing liquid dispensing devices is poor, requiring a whole mold remake for updates, leading to high production costs and the need for new devices when operation modes or structures need to be changed or replaced.
Innovation Solution
A liquid dispensing device with a movable assembly and operation mechanism that allows for the rotation of liquid discharge channels relative to a main body assembly, enabling switching between different discharge modes without remaking the mold, and allowing for detachable connections to facilitate upgrades and replacements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the operation structure of the liquid dispensing device is updated and upgraded, then the functionality is improved, but it is necessary to remake a whole mold which increases the production cost greatly
Solution Approach 1:
The liquid dispensing device is divided into a main body assembly and a detachable operation mechanism. The operation mechanism can be independently replaced without affecting the main body, allowing functional upgrades without remaking the entire mold. This segmentation enables selective replacement of only the operation mechanism when functionality needs to be updated.
Solution Approach 2:
The main body assembly is designed with universal connection interfaces that can accommodate different operation mechanisms. This allows a single main body to support multiple operation modes through detachable mechanism changes, improving adaptability without requiring separate molds for each function.
2Reliability
If the operation structure is damaged and needs to be replaced, then the device functionality is restored, but the user need to re-purchase a liquid dispensing device which increases the cost
Solution Approach 1:
The operation mechanism is designed as a separate detachable component from the main body assembly. When the operation mechanism is damaged, only this specific component needs to be replaced rather than the entire device, significantly reducing replacement costs and improving ease of maintenance.
Solution Approach 2:
The detachable operation mechanism can be easily removed and replaced when damaged or obsolete. Users can discard the damaged mechanism and install a new or spare mechanism, recovering the main body assembly for continued use and minimizing overall replacement costs.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the liquid dispensing device enables switching between different liquid discharge elements, then the usage requirements are met, but the structure complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The movable assembly is designed to rotate relative to the main body assembly, dynamically changing the communication state between liquid discharge channels and the liquid intake channel. This rotational movement enables flexible switching between different liquid discharge modes without requiring complex valve mechanisms or multiple fixed structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The switching mechanism utilizes rotational movement in a different dimension rather than linear movement or complex multi-axis adjustments. By rotating the movable assembly around a single axis, the patent achieves multiple liquid discharge configurations with simpler structure compared to traditional valve-based systems.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This design enhances the versatility of the liquid dispensing device, reducing production costs and the need for new devices when upgrading or replacing operation modes or structures, while maintaining efficient liquid discharge functionality.
Implementation Method 1
the operation mechanism is capable of driving the movable assembly to rotate relative to the main body assembly, so as to discommunicate at least one of the multiple liquid discharge channels from the liquid intake channel, or to communicate the multiple liquid discharge channels with the liquid intake channel
Data Source
AI summary
A liquid dispensing device and a liquid discharge system are disclosed. The liquid dispensing device includes a liquid dispensing mechanism and an operation mechanism. The liquid dispensing mechanism includes a main body assembly and a movable assembly, the main body assembly is provided with a liquid intake channel and multiple liquid discharge channels, and the movable assembly is movably installed to the main body assembly. The operation mechanism is capable of driving the movable assembly to rotate relative to the main body assembly, so as to discommunicate at least one of the multiple liquid discharge channels from the liquid intake channel, or to communicate the multiple liquid discharge channels with the liquid intake channel. The operation mechanism is detachably connected with the liquid dispensing mechanism.