Systems and methods for controlling indoor air quality with a fluid moving apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for controlling indoor air quality (IAQ) lack an integrated solution for efficiently conveying and cleaning air, particularly in HVAC systems, which can lead to inadequate removal of airborne pollutants and pathogens.
Innovation Solution
A fluid moving system that includes a fluid moving apparatus integrated with an IAQ sensor and an active cleaning device, such as a UV light source or ion generator, which conveys air through a housing and removes undesired matter using an electric motor and motor controller.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If conventional air processing systems are added to mitigate airborne pollutants, then indoor air quality is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the fluid moving apparatus (fan/blower) with an active cleaning device (UV-C light source) into a single integrated unit. The cleaning device is positioned within the housing to treat air as it passes through, eliminating the need for separate air processing systems while maintaining air quality improvement functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated apparatus performs multiple functions: the fluid moving apparatus conveys air through the housing while the active cleaning device simultaneously neutralizes pathogens and pollutants. This multi-functional design replaces what would traditionally require separate ventilation and air purification systems.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If air is conveyed through a housing with active cleaning devices, then removal of undesired matter is improved, but use of energy increases
Solution Approach 1:
The active cleaning device operates continuously as air passes through the housing, ensuring constant neutralization of pathogens and pollutants without requiring intermittent cycling. The fluid moving apparatus maintains continuous airflow, allowing the cleaning device to work constantly on the passing air stream.
Solution Approach 2:
The housing acts as an intermediary chamber that channels air through the active cleaning device. This design allows the cleaning device to treat air efficiently in a controlled environment without requiring high energy input, as the airflow is directed through a confined space where the cleaning action is maximized.
3Speed
If an electric motor with motor controller is used to turn the fluid moving apparatus, then speed control is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The electric motor with motor controller enables dynamic speed adjustment of the fluid moving apparatus. The motor controller receives signals from sensors (such as CO2 sensors) and adjusts the motor speed accordingly, allowing the system to adapt airflow rates to real-time air quality conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates sensors that monitor air quality parameters and provide feedback to the motor controller. Based on this feedback, the controller adjusts the motor speed to maintain optimal airflow for the current air quality conditions, creating a closed-loop control system.
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 effectively improves indoor air quality by continuously monitoring and controlling the air quality through active cleaning, ensuring the removal of pollutants and pathogens, and maintaining optimal air circulation and filtration.
Implementation Method 1
an electric motor including a rotor coupled to the fluid moving apparatus and configured to turn the fluid moving apparatus upon application of electric power to a stator of the electric motor
Implementation Method 2
an active cleaning device configured to neutralize or remove at least a portion of an undesired matter from the fluid conveyed through the housing
Implementation Method 3
an active cleaning device configured to neutralize or remove at least a portion of an undesired matter from the fluid conveyed through the housing
Data Source
AI summary
One aspect of the disclosure includes a fluid moving system. The fluid moving system includes a fluid moving apparatus configured to convey a fluid through a housing from an inlet to an outlet. The fluid moving system includes an active cleaning device configured to neutralize or remove at least a portion of an undesired matter from the fluid conveyed through the housing. The fluid moving system includes an electric motor including a rotor coupled to the fluid moving apparatus and configured to turn the fluid moving apparatus upon application of electric power to a stator of the electric motor. The fluid moving system includes a motor controller communicatively coupled to the electric motor and configured to control at least one of a speed output or a torque output thereof.