Method for the temperature control of components
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current temperature-control systems for heating and cooling, such as underfloor heating, face inefficiencies due to static flow rate adjustments, inaccurate energy distribution, and complex calibration requirements, leading to uneven heat distribution and reduced energy efficiency.
Innovation Solution
A temperature-control method that eliminates the need for feed temperature sensors by using a controller to adjust valve openings based on predefined temperature windows and return temperature sensors, optimizing the operation of temperature-control assemblies to maintain consistent energy output and intake.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If static flow rate control elements are used, then the system structure is simple, but the energy distribution is inaccurate and heat distribution is uneven
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic flow rate adjustment by replacing static mechanical control elements with electronically controllable valves (electromagnetic or proportional valves) that can be actuated by a control unit based on measured temperature differences and energy consumption data, enabling precise and adaptable energy distribution
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates temperature sensors in feed and return lines that continuously monitor temperature differences, with the control unit using this feedback information to calculate energy consumption and adjust valve positions dynamically, achieving accurate energy distribution through closed-loop control
2Manufacturing precision
If intricate hydraulic calibration is performed, then energy distribution accuracy improves, but the adjustment process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The control unit automatically calculates energy consumption for each temperature-control assembly based on measured temperature differences and flow rates, then autonomously adjusts valve positions to optimize energy distribution, eliminating the need for manual hydraulic calibration by installers
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical calibration procedures with an electronic control system that uses sensors, processors, and actuators to automatically balance the hydraulic system, substituting complex manual adjustment processes with automated electronic control
3Measurement precision
If feed temperature sensors are installed, then temperature measurement accuracy improves, but the device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and eliminates the feed temperature sensor from the system, achieving the same control functionality by measuring only the return temperature and calculating the temperature difference, thereby reducing device complexity and cost while maintaining measurement accuracy
4Device complexity
If simple On/Off room thermostats are used, then the control system is simple, but temperature control accuracy deteriorates causing temperature overshooting
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses continuous feedback from temperature sensors and energy consumption calculations to dynamically adjust valve positions, enabling precise temperature control that prevents overshooting, replacing simple On/Off control with continuous proportional control
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamic valve control that adjusts flow rates continuously based on real-time temperature measurements and energy consumption data, replacing static On/Off control with adaptive dynamic control for improved temperature precision
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 approach results in optimal heat distribution, improved comfort, automated system optimization, higher energy efficiency, and rapid heating or cooling with reduced risk of temperature overshooting, as demonstrated by the ability to maintain stable temperatures with minimal deviations.
Implementation Method 1
Each of said individual return line parts has its own return temperature sensor to measure the individual return temperature of the temperature-control fluid from the relevant temperature-control assembly
Implementation Method 2
comprises a room temperature sensor to calculate and report an ACTUAL temperature in direct proximity to the component
Implementation Method 3
A controller comprises valves with control elements positioned in the individual feed line parts or return line parts, which are designed to adjust an opening degree of the related valve
Implementation Method 4
a temperature-control device designed to heat or cool a temperature-control fluid
Implementation Method 5
a temperature-control device designed to heat or cool a temperature-control fluid
Implementation Method 6
at least two temperature-control assemblies which are designed for conducting a temperature-control fluid through a component to be temperature-controlled
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AI summary
A temperature-control system includes a temperature-control device (3), (n≧2) temperature-control assemblies (5, 5′) which are designed for conducting a temperature-control fluid (2) through a component (4) to be temperature-controlled, (n≧2) individual return line parts (7′, 7″) and (n≧2) return temperature sensors (8, 8′), a controller (9) having (n≧2) valves (10, 10′) and control elements (11, 11′) which are designed to adjust the respective associated valve (10, 10′), and a room temperature sensor (12) for determining and reporting an actual temperature (13) in an immediate environment of the component (4).