Spiral Condensing Boiler Heat Exchanger for Fume-Condensate Separation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing condensation boilers face inefficiencies in heat exchange and fume separation due to conventional coil profiles, which hinder optimal convective exchange and condensation processes.
Innovation Solution
A heat exchanger with a 'P' shaped cross-section profile, featuring trapezoidal and triangular portions, is designed to enhance convective exchange by optimizing the flow path and separation of fumes, with coils inclined and spaced to maximize thermal contact and prevent condensate obstruction.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If conventional coil profiles are used in the heat exchanger, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the convective exchange efficiency is insufficient and fume separation is suboptimal
Solution Approach 1:
The coil profile is segmented into distinct functional zones: a first zone with a first pitch for intensive heat exchange in the combustion chamber, and a second zone with a second pitch for fume separation and condensation in the condensation chamber. This segmentation allows each zone to be optimized for its specific function, improving overall heat exchange efficiency while maintaining manufacturing feasibility through modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
Different sections of the coil profile are assigned different local characteristics: the first zone has tighter winding for maximum thermal contact in the high-temperature combustion zone, while the second zone has wider spacing to facilitate fume separation and condensate drainage in the cooler condensation zone. This local differentiation optimizes performance in each region without requiring complete redesign of the entire coil.
2Temperature
If the coil is tightly wound to increase thermal contact, then heat exchange efficiency improves, but fume flow and condensation separation are hindered
Solution Approach 1:
The coil is divided into two distinct pitch zones: the first zone with tight winding (first pitch) maximizes thermal contact for efficient heat extraction in the combustion chamber, while the second zone with wider spacing (second pitch) creates channels that facilitate smooth fume flow and effective condensate separation in the condensation chamber, resolving the conflict between thermal efficiency and flow characteristics.
Solution Approach 2:
The coil profile transitions from a two-dimensional tight winding pattern in the first zone to a three-dimensional structured arrangement in the second zone with varying pitch, creating additional flow paths and separation channels that enable both efficient heat exchange and proper fume/condensate management without compromising either function.
3Use of energy by moving object
If the heat exchanger is positioned close to the combustion chamber for efficient heating, then convective heat exchange improves, but radiation may damage the external casing
Solution Approach 1:
The coil profile acts as an intermediary structure between the combustion chamber and the external casing. Its specific geometry with varying pitch zones creates a thermal buffer that captures convective heat efficiently in the first zone while the second zone's wider spacing allows radiation to dissipate before reaching the casing, thus protecting the casing from thermal damage while maintaining heating efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The coil's three-dimensional profile with varying pitch creates additional spatial dimensions for heat management, allowing close positioning for convective efficiency while the structured geometry provides radiative shielding pathways that protect the casing from direct radiation 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 innovative profile design improves heat exchange efficiency by increasing thermal contact and separating fumes from condensate effectively, reducing pressure losses and ensuring efficient condensation and drainage, while shielding the casing from radiation and facilitating the ascent and descent of fumes and condensate.
Implementation Method 1
In the combustion zone, it occurs a heat exchange with the heat exchanger by radiation and convection
Implementation Method 2
In the combustion zone, it occurs a heat exchange with the heat exchanger by radiation and convection
Implementation Method 3
The fumes generated by the burner within the combustion chamber in contact with the surface of the exchanger are cooled, condensed, and are transformed into liquid
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a profile (1) of piping, in particular piping for making a heat exchanger (10) for a condensation boiler (20), characterized in that the cross-section of the profile (1) has a trapezoidal portion (2), having two bases (4, 5) and two sides (6, 7), and a triangular portion (3), having a base (6) and two sides (8, 9), wherein a first side (6) of the trapezoidal portion (2) coincides with the base (6) of the triangular portion (3), wherein the second side (7) and the bases (4, 5) of the trapezoidal portion and the sides (8, 9) of the triangular portion (3) form the inner walls of the profile (1), wherein a first angle (a) between the first base (4) of the trapezoidal portion (2) and the first side (8) of the triangular portion (3) adjacent to it is comprised between 45° and 135°, preferably 90°, wherein a second angle (β) between the second base (5) of the trapezoidal portion (2) and the second side (9) of the triangular portion (3) adjacent to it is comprised between 180° and 270°, preferably 225°. Further, the present invention concerns a coiled heat exchanger (10) for condensation boilers providing said profile (1) and a condensation boiler (20) providing said heat exchanger (10).