Sanitary Mounting Frame Integrating Dehumidifier and Cistern
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing dehumidifiers for sanitary rooms are space-consuming, require power outlets, and need regular manual emptying, while ventilation systems are costly and may require landlord consent, making them impractical for moisture management in bathrooms.
Innovation Solution
A mounting frame integrating a dehumidifier within a cistern that collects condensed moisture, allowing for space-saving and low-maintenance operation, with the dehumidifier's output integrated into the flushing system, eliminating the need for manual emptying.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If a mobile dehumidifier is used in a sanitary room, then moisture can be removed from the air, but the device occupies additional space and requires regular manual emptying
Solution Approach 1:
The dehumidifier is merged with the mounting frame structure, integrating the dehumidification function into the existing sanitary fixture framework. This eliminates the need for a separate mobile dehumidifier unit, removing the harmful moisture while avoiding additional space occupation.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting frame is designed to serve multiple functions: structural support for the sanitary body, housing for the dehumidifier, and collection system for condensate. This multi-functionality allows the same structure to remove moisture and store the byproduct without requiring additional dedicated space.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a mobile dehumidifier is used in a sanitary room, then moisture can be removed from the air, but the device requires regular manual emptying
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically manages condensate removal by directing it to the cistern, which is already part of the flushing system. The dehumidifier operates autonomously without requiring user intervention for emptying, as the condensate is automatically utilized for its intended purpose.
Solution Approach 2:
The condensate, which would normally be waste requiring disposal, is converted into a useful resource for flushing the sanitary body. This transforms the harmful moisture extracted from air into a beneficial flushing liquid, eliminating the need for manual emptying.
3Ease of operation
If a cistern is integrated into the mounting frame to receive condensate, then manual emptying is eliminated, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cistern is combined with the mounting frame structure, merging the condensate collection function with the existing support framework. This integration adds the necessary complexity only once during installation, after which the system operates autonomously without requiring additional maintenance actions.
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 solution provides effective moisture control without occupying additional space and maintaining aesthetic appeal, preventing mold growth while integrating dehumidification into the sanitary fixture's operation.
Implementation Method 1
moisture extracted from the room air by the dehumidifier can be fed to the cistern as a liquid
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AI summary
Mounting frame (1) for mounting a sanitary unit (2), comprising at least: - a cistern for receiving a rinsing liquid for the sanitary unit (2); and - a dehumidifier (4), wherein moisture extracted from the room air by the dehumidifier (4) can be supplied to the cistern (3) as a liquid.