Shower Water Outlet Chamber for Stepless Spray Variation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing water outlet devices can only produce a single water spray from each nozzle, limiting versatility and user experience.
Innovation Solution
A water outlet device with a spherical chamber and control mechanism that adjusts flow rates steplessly between two inlets, generating dynamic shaking water sprays and allowing for a variety of spray patterns through a single outlet hole.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single water outlet nozzle is used, then the device structure is simple, but the spray pattern versatility is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The water outlet component is segmented into multiple independent water outlet nozzles (first water outlet nozzle, second water outlet nozzle, etc.), each capable of producing different spray patterns. This segmentation allows the system to offer versatile spray options without requiring a single complex multi-functional nozzle, thereby resolving the contradiction between versatility and structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The control mechanism is designed with universal functionality to control multiple water outlet nozzles through a unified control structure. The valve core and driving mechanism can switch and adjust flow to different nozzles, enabling one control system to manage multiple spray functions, thus achieving versatility without proportionally increasing control complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple water outlet nozzles are added to provide different spray patterns, then spray pattern versatility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple water outlet nozzles are merged into a single integrated water outlet component with a unified structure. The nozzles share common support features and are controlled by a single control mechanism, which consolidates what would otherwise be separate devices into one compact unit, thereby providing versatility without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The control mechanism is designed as a universal control system that can manage multiple water outlet nozzles through a single valve core and driving mechanism. This universal design allows one control assembly to perform the function of multiple separate controls, achieving spray pattern versatility while keeping the control structure relatively simple.
3Ease of operation
If existing water outlet devices with fixed spray patterns are used, then the device structure is simple, but the user experience is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The water outlet device transitions from fixed spray patterns to dynamic, adjustable spray patterns. The control mechanism enables real-time switching and adjustment of which water outlet nozzles are active, allowing users to dynamically change spray patterns according to their needs. This dynamic capability enhances user experience while the control mechanism remains relatively simple through the use of a valve core and driving mechanism.
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
Achieves fuller, uniform water discharge with a remarkable massaging effect and the ability to switch between different spray patterns seamlessly, enhancing user experience.
Implementation Method 1
discharging water spray from the water outlet hole is controlled by flow rate variations of the first water inlet and the second water inlet
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AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a water outlet device and a shower. The water outlet device comprises a water outlet component and a control mechanism, the water outlet component comprises a spherical chamber, a bottom of the spherical chamber comprises a water outlet hole, a top of the spherical chamber comprises a first water inlet, a side wall of the spherical chamber comprises a second water inlet, discharging water spray from the water outlet hole is controlled by flow rate variations of the first water inlet and the second water inlet, and the control mechanism cooperates with the first water inlet and the second water inlet to steplessly adjust the flow rate variations of the first water inlet and the second water inlet. It has following advantages: dynamic shaking water effect is achieved, water spray is fuller, discharging water is more uniform, and massaging feeling is remarkable; the water flow can be discharged from a whole surface cover; and a stepless variation of the water spray from the same water outlet hole is achieved.