Steam Iron Blast Unit Layout for Stronger Steam Output
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional irons have a large steam generating unit that results in inadequate blast force from the outlet, necessitating a big heating plate and increased costs.
Innovation Solution
The design includes a separate blast unit with a small electric tray for rapid steam generation in a limited space, combined with a steam generating unit and a steam spraying unit, where the blast unit and steam generating unit are arranged separately, and the steam spraying unit is divided into main and blast spraying units with stainless steel apertures, enhancing blast strength and efficiency.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a large steam generating unit is used, then steam generation capacity is improved, but the blast force from the outlet becomes inadequate and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the steam generation system into two separate units: a steam generating unit for producing steam and a blast unit for generating blast force. This segmentation allows each unit to be optimized for its specific function, with the blast unit having a limited space design that concentrates energy to produce strong blast force despite its small size.
Solution Approach 2:
The blast unit is designed with local quality optimization by creating a confined space with specific geometric features (twist passage, dripping point) that concentrate and direct the steam flow. This localized design ensures high blast force is generated at the outlet even though the overall unit occupies minimal space.
2Force
If a big heating plate is used to generate enough blast force, then blast force is improved, but cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The blast unit employs a small electric tray instead of a large heating plate, using a more economical heating element that is sufficient for the limited space application. This substitution reduces manufacturing cost while still achieving the required blast force through the optimized confined space design.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the spatial parameters of the heating element by using a small electric tray with limited surface area, combined with a twist passage geometry that enhances steam flow velocity and pressure. This parameter optimization allows adequate blast force generation without requiring a large, expensive heating plate.
3Shape
If the steam spraying unit uses stainless steel bottom with apertures, then texture is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The steam spraying unit utilizes a stainless steel bottom with integrated apertures, creating a porous structure that enables steam distribution. This design improves the aesthetic texture and functionality of the spraying unit while the apertures facilitate efficient steam flow patterns.
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
This configuration achieves high-intensity blast with lower costs, improves the iron's texture, and allows for flexible material and paint usage, ensuring effective steam distribution and ironing performance.
Implementation Method 1
the small electric tray connect to the first closed space
Implementation Method 2
the water enter the blast dripping point, then will be steamed rapidly
Implementation Method 3
the main electric tray connected to the second closed space
Implementation Method 4
the steam generating unit used for heating water and generating steam
Implementation Method 5
the carried water will be steamed totally in the twist passage to present water drips
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AI summary
An iron comprising a water tank, a blast unit, a steam generating unit and a steam spraying unit. The blast unit has a first inlet and a first outlet, the first inlet is connected to the inlet-pipe of the inlet of the water tank, wherein the blast unit generates steam rapidly in a limited space. The steam generating unit has a second inlet and a second outlet, the second inlet being connected to the inlet-pipe of the inlet of the water tank, wherein the steam generating unit heats the water to generate steam. The steam spraying unit connects the first and second outlet, has plural steam apertures, and sprays steam. Because a blast unit is arranged for the rapid steam generation in a limited space, the iron of the present invention obviates the disadvantages in the existing irons and improves steam blast strength, intensity at a low cost.