Septic Hose Compressor System with Air Evacuation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for evacuating and storing septic tank hoses are unsanitary and inefficient, as they require manual handling and compression, exposing users to waste products and lacking a reliable compression system for accordion-style hoses.
Innovation Solution
A septic hose compressor system using mechanical end caps with valves to evacuate air from the hose, allowing for hands-free and sanitary compression of accordion-style hoses, with options for manual or automated operation, significantly reducing hose length for easy storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual compression of the evacuation hose is used, then the hose can be collapsed for storage, but the user comes into contact with waste products causing unsanitary conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an automated compression device as an intermediary between the user and the waste-containing hose. The device includes a compression chamber that receives the hose and automatically compresses it using mechanical or pneumatic means, eliminating the need for manual handling of the waste-contaminated hose while achieving the same storage objective.
Solution Approach 2:
The compression device is designed to operate autonomously once the hose is placed in the compression chamber. The system self-activates the compression mechanism, whether through spring-loaded arms, pneumatic cylinders, or motor-driven rollers, allowing the hose to compress itself without human intervention and thus preventing user exposure to waste.
2Stability of the object's composition
If accordion-style hose design is used, then the hose is easily collapsible for storage, but manual compression requires direct handling and creates sanitation issues
Solution Approach 1:
The automated compression device serves as a mediator that exploits the accordion hose's inherent collapsibility without requiring manual manipulation. The device's compression chamber is designed to receive the extended hose and automatically guide it through the collapsing process using mechanical arms or pneumatic pressure, maintaining the stability and collapsibility benefits while eliminating sanitation risks.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If automated compression system is implemented, then user exposure to waste is minimized, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The automated compression system is designed to be self-activating, reducing control complexity. Once the hose is placed in the compression chamber, the system automatically initiates and completes the compression cycle through pre-loaded springs, pneumatic pressure differentials, or simple motor sequences, minimizing the need for complex control systems while achieving waste isolation.
Solution Approach 2:
The compression device is segmented into distinct functional modules: a compression chamber for receiving the hose, independent compression mechanisms (such as separate pneumatic cylinders or mechanical arms), and a control interface. This modular segmentation allows each component to be simple and maintainable while collectively providing automated compression that protects users from waste exposure.
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 effectively compresses septic hoses by more than 50% for easy storage, maintaining a sanitary environment by minimizing direct contact with waste and providing a convenient, efficient method for users.
Implementation Method 1
A spring force may exist in the hose due to its method of manufacturing that may cause an intermediate state between being fully extended and fully collapsed.
Implementation Method 2
The present invention may evacuate the air within the hose by utilizing a mechanical device or a compact air pump mechanism.
Data Source
AI summary
A septic hose compressor is provided that is attachable to a conventional septic hose such as the hoses used in RVs. The system includes an air-tight second end cap that attaches to the second end of the septic hose. The first end cap attaches to the first end of the septic hose and includes a one-way valve or other flow restriction mechanism to allow for the removal of air from the interior of the septic hose to provide a compressed septic hose that is suitable for storage.