Rotating Water Outflow Device with Integrated Flow Divider
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing multifunctional water outflow devices and water flow dividers have complex structures and high manufacturing costs due to separate jet ducts and additional switching valves, which complicate assembly and increase production expenses.
Innovation Solution
A multifunctional water outflow device with a rotating water outflow portion that connects to a connecting portion via two water dividing passages, eliminating the need for additional switching valves and simplifying the structure by integrating a water flow divider with a central portion, annular wall, and surrounding wall, allowing for aerated water generation without additional components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If separate jet ducts are used to guide water flow, then water flow control functionality is improved, but device structure becomes complicated and manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple jet ducts into a single integrated component rather than using separate ducts. The water flow divider combines multiple channels (first water dividing passage and second water dividing passage) into one unified structure that performs both flow splitting and guiding functions, thereby simplifying the overall device structure while maintaining water flow control functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The water flow divider is designed as a multi-functional component that simultaneously serves as a flow splitter, flow guide, and structural support element. By incorporating both the first and second water dividing passages within a single integrated body, the component performs multiple functions that would otherwise require separate parts, reducing device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If additional switching valves are added to enable multifunctional water outflow, then water flow control versatility is improved, but device structure becomes complicated and assembly difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the functions of multiple switching valves into a single rotating water outflow portion. By integrating the first water dividing passage and second water dividing passage within one rotating component, the design eliminates the need for separate valve bodies, seals, and actuation mechanisms that would be required if traditional switching valves were used, thereby simplifying assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses a rotating water outflow portion that can dynamically switch between different flow paths. The rotation mechanism allows the water outflow portion to alternately connect the first water dividing passage and second water dividing passage to the water inlet, providing versatile flow control without requiring multiple static valve components. This dynamic approach reduces the number of parts and simplifies assembly compared to using multiple fixed switching valves.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution simplifies the structure, reduces manufacturing costs, and facilitates easy assembly while enabling the generation of aerated water, improving the overall design and functionality of the device.
Implementation Method 1
The water flow divider comprises a central portion, an annular wall surrounding the central portion, and a surrounding wall extending upward from an external periphery of the annular wall. The surrounding wall is disposed with at least one dividing hole
Implementation Method 2
A multifunctional water outflow device with a rotating water outflow portion that connects to a connecting portion via two water dividing passages
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a multifunctional water outflow device comprising a connecting portion and a water outflow portion. The water outflow portion comprises a lower casing. A water dividing portion and a water flow divider are disposed in the lower casing. The water dividing portion is disposed with two water dividing passages. The water flow divider comprises a central portion, an annular wall, and a surrounding wall. A mounting groove extends inwardly from a top surface of the central portion. A bottom of the mounting groove is disposed with a water outflow passage. The mounting groove is disposed with a functional member. An opening of the first mounting groove is connected to one of the two water dividing passages. An annular chamber defined between the surrounding wall and the central portion is connected to another of the two water dividing passages to generate aerated water.