Spiral-Wall Biogas Reactor for Uniform Temperature Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing biogas reactors face challenges in precisely controlling temperature and maintaining even temperature distribution, which affects the efficiency and controllability of the biogas production process, while also requiring a lightweight and economical structural solution for logistics and ease of installation.
Innovation Solution
A biogas reactor with a tank structure comprising a helically wound double-layered wall that incorporates a hollow space for a heat-transfer medium, allowing controlled circulation and even temperature regulation, using a plastic material that is corrosion-free and easy to install and transport.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If conventional heat-exchange means are arranged in biogas reactors, then temperature control capability is improved, but structural complexity and weight increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the heat-exchange function with the reactor wall structure itself. The double-layer wall design integrates heat-transfer channels directly into the structural component, eliminating the need for separate heat-exchange equipment and reducing overall system complexity while maintaining effective temperature control.
Solution Approach 2:
The double-layer wall structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural support for the reactor, acts as the heat-exchange medium containment, and enables temperature regulation. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed and simplifies the overall system design.
2Strength
If metal frame structures are used for reactor support, then structural strength is improved, but weight and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a composite construction where the double-layer wall structure combines structural support and heat-exchange functions. This approach replaces traditional heavy metal frame structures with a lighter, integrated design that maintains sufficient strength while reducing overall weight and material costs.
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 reactor achieves precise temperature control and improved process controllability, ensuring consistent biogas production with reduced operational costs and ease of logistics, while being scalable and durable.
Implementation Method 1
a spiral hollow space exists within the double-layer structure of the wall to accommodate a heat-transfer medium to influence a temperature of the organic matter placed in the tubular reactor space
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AI summary
A biogas reactor is disclosed in which biogas is formed from organic matter. The biogas reactor includes a wall to form a tank structure enclosing a tubular reactor space in which organic matter can be placed to form biogas. The wall forming the tank structure is comprised of a helically wound hollow pipe profile to form a spiral arrangement. The hollow space within the hollow pipe profile accommodates a heat-transfer medium to influence the temperature of organic matter in the reactor space. Connections are provided for feeding organic matter to the reactor space and removing it from the reactor space, and one or more connections are provided for removing biogas from the reactor space. The invention also concerns methods for producing biogas and for manufacturing a biogas reactor.