Solar heating system for cyclic heating of a swimming pool

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current solar heating systems for swimming pools are cumbersome, difficult to disassemble and assemble, limited in application due to reliance on mains sockets, and lack adjustable light-receiving areas, affecting heating efficiency.

Innovation Solution

A compact solar heating system integrating a water pump with solar heaters and a solar panel, featuring adjustable legs and a modular design that allows for flexible placement and power independence, enabling efficient cyclic heating of swimming pools.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of manufacture

If the water pump and solar heater are separate components connected with pipelines, then the system can be assembled, but the structure becomes complicated and installation space is occupied

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of assemblyVSAvoidstructural complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The water pump is integrated directly into the solar heater body, merging two separate components into one unified device. This eliminates the need for separate pipeline connections between the pump and heater, simplifying the overall structure and reducing installation complexity while maintaining functional separation of water pumping and heating operations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Ease of operation

If the water pump is connected to a mains socket, then the pump can operate, but the system is restricted to locations near mains sockets

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveoperational flexibilityVSAvoidapplication location flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The solar heater is designed to perform dual functions: heating water and generating electricity through integrated photovoltaic cells. The generated electricity powers the water pump, eliminating the need for external mains power connection. This multi-functionality enables the system to be deployed in remote locations without electrical infrastructure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Ease of manufacture

If the solar heaters are installed in a fixed position or directly exposed, then installation is simple, but the light-receiving area cannot be adjusted and heating efficiency is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation simplicityVSAvoidheating efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The solar heater incorporates an adjustable support structure with legs that can be positioned at different angles and heights. This dynamic positioning capability allows the heater to be oriented optimally toward the sun throughout the day and season, maximizing light reception and heating efficiency while maintaining simple installation through the adjustable framework.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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 offers a compact, easy-to-assemble design with flexible application, enhanced heating efficiency, and reduced environmental impact, allowing for effective solar heating in various locations without reliance on mains sockets.

Implementation Method 1

a solar panel is arranged on one side of said solar heaters, said water pump is installed on a solar heater in an integrated way, and said water pump is connected with not only the solar heater as a waterway, but also the solar panel as a power supply circuit

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPhotovoltaic effect: Photovoltaic Effect

Implementation Method 2

the water in the swimming pool is drawn in by the water pump, then heated by solar heaters, and finally poured into the swimming pool

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSolar heating: Solar Energy

Data Source

PatentUS11493237B2Solar heating system for cyclic heating of a swimming pool
Publication Date: 2022.11.08 ZHEJIANG CIPU POOL&SPA TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention discloses a solar heating system for cyclic heating of a swimming pool, relating to the swimming pool heating technology. The solar heating system structurally comprises a swimming pool, solar heaters and a water pump. Compared with the prior art, a solar panel is mainly added, and the water pump is installed on a solar heater in an integrated way that the water pump is connected with not only the solar heater as a waterway, but also the solar panel as a power supply circuit. After the above-mentioned improvements, the whole solar heating system has the advantages such as a compact structure, convenient disassembly and assembly, and miniaturization. Since the solar panel independently supplies power to the water pump, the solar heating system can be used normally in an outdoor place far away from a mains socket. The application place is not restricted with wide application scope.