Sprinkler Head Visual Identification via Local Quality
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Solution Overview
Problem
Low-flow irrigation sprinkler heads lack effective visual identification methods due to space constraints, making maintenance and installation challenging, as existing identification methods from in-ground irrigation systems are not applicable.
Innovation Solution
A sprinkler head design featuring distinct first and second recognition portions on its circumference wall, differing in color, texture, or radius, to provide clear visual differentiation of spray zones without requiring user training, facilitating easy identification and maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If in-ground irrigation identification methods (fan-shaped marks, patterned recognition arcs) are used, then spray pattern identification is clear, but the method is not applicable to low-flow irrigation due to space constraints
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by creating distinct visual characteristics at specific locations on the sprinkler head. The first recognition portion is positioned to correspond with the aperture periphery and spans over it, while the second recognition portion is visually differentiated. This localized visual differentiation allows spray pattern identification without requiring extensive marking space, resolving the contradiction between clear identification and limited space.
2Ease of operation
If monochromatic colors are used to differentiate sprinklers, then visual differentiation is achieved, but user training is required to understand the color scheme
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes color changes and visual differentiation by providing a first recognition portion and a second recognition portion that are visually different from each other. These portions can differ in color, texture, or other visual properties. This approach enables intuitive visual differentiation of spray patterns without requiring monochromatic color codes that demand user training, as the visual differences directly correspond to functional differences.
3Ease of operation
If recognition portions are added to the sprinkler head, then visual identification is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the identification function with the existing sprinkler head structure. The first recognition portion corresponds with and spans over the periphery of the aperture member, integrating the identification feature with the functional component. This merging approach provides visual identification without adding separate, complex identification devices, thus improving ease of operation while minimizing increases in device complexity.
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AI summary
A sprinkler head of visual identification is disclosed. A housing includes a circumference wall, a cap enclosing the circumference wall, and an aperture member alternatively formed on the cap and the circumference wall for dispensing water. A first visual portion is arranged on the circumference wall of the housing and corresponds with the aperture member. A second visual portion, which is visually different from the first visual portion, is arranged on the circumference wall and adjoins the first visual portion. The first and second visual portions constitute the circumference wall of the housing together, a visual differentiation of the first recognition portion and the second one is offered in accordance with the arrangement of dissimilar art elements.