Thin Chamber Burner Manifold for Versatile Fireplace Flames
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional gas burners for fireplaces lack versatility in flame presentation and design, limiting freedom in fireplace design and visual effects.
Innovation Solution
A gas burner assembly with a unique configuration of sheets and a conduit, allowing for hidden burner portions and varied flame effects, featuring a slim, vertically-oriented design with a manifold system for efficient gas distribution and ignition.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional tube or pan burner designs are used, then the burner structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the flame presentation versatility and design freedom are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The burner is divided into multiple functional layers including a support layer with support members, a manifold layer with gas distribution channels, and a burner head layer with flame outlets. This segmentation allows each layer to be optimized independently for its specific function while collectively achieving versatile flame presentation patterns.
Solution Approach 2:
The burner assembly is designed to produce multiple flame patterns (upward, downward, lateral, omnidirectional) using a single integrated structure. The manifold system with multiple outlet orientations and adjustable gas flow distribution enables one burner to perform functions that would traditionally require multiple different burner designs.
2Length of moving object
If traditional burner designs are used, then the manufacturing process is straightforward, but the ability to hide burner portions and create slim profiles is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The burner components are nested within each other in a compact arrangement where the manifold layer is positioned between the support layer and burner head layer. The support members extend through multiple layers, providing structural support while enabling the compact, slim profile of the overall burner assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The burner design transitions from traditional horizontal or bulky vertical configurations to a slim vertical profile by orienting the manifold channels and flame outlets in multiple spatial dimensions. This allows the burner to achieve a thin thickness while maintaining functional complexity through three-dimensional gas distribution pathways.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional gas distribution systems are used, then the system is simple, but the ability to produce continuous flames and various flame effects is limited
Solution Approach 1:
Different regions of the manifold layer have specialized gas distribution channels oriented in specific directions (upward, downward, lateral). Each local region is designed with appropriate outlet configurations to produce specific flame effects, allowing the burner to create diverse flame patterns across different zones of the burner head.
Solution Approach 2:
The manifold system is designed with interconnected gas channels that provide continuous gas flow to multiple outlet regions. This continuous distribution network ensures steady flame production across all flame outlets and enables smooth transition between different flame patterns by adjusting gas flow distribution through the manifold channels.
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
Enhances fireplace design flexibility and visual appeal by providing a slim, versatile burner that can produce continuous flames and various effects, while being discreetly integrated into the fireplace structure.
Implementation Method 1
The conduit is in communication with the manifold, the conduit being adapted for connection to a source of gas
Implementation Method 2
Gas burners are used in gas fireplace units for producing flames for visual effect and/or heating purposes. Typically, gas burners are used to combust a gas/air mixture thereby producing flames
Data Source
AI summary
A gas burner assembly includes a first sheet, a second sheet, and a conduit. The first sheet has an inner face, an outer face, an upper portion, and a lower portion. The second sheet also has an inner face, an outer face, an upper portion and a lower portion. The first and second sheets are secured relative to one another such that the first and second sheets are separated by a gap that defines a manifold between the inner faces of the first and second sheets with an elongate opening between the upper portions of the first and second sheets, the opening forming an outlet from the manifold. The conduit is in communication with the manifold, the conduit being adapted for connection to a source of gas.