Tie Steaming Shell Venting for Internal Steam Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing steaming devices lack a practical and efficient method for steaming ties, which are often difficult to access and require specialized tools for effective steam delivery.
Innovation Solution
A steaming device comprising a housing with a reservoir, power module, boiler, and pump, along with a hollow shell with vents for directing steam into a tie, allowing for controlled steam generation and distribution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional steaming devices are used, then steam generation capability is sufficient, but accessibility to ties is poor and steam delivery effectiveness is low
Solution Approach 1:
The hollow shell is designed to be inserted inside the tie, with the shell containing multiple vents that direct steam throughout the tie structure. This nesting approach allows the steaming device to access the interior of the tie, delivering steam directly to areas that were previously difficult to reach, thereby improving both accessibility and steam delivery effectiveness.
Solution Approach 2:
The hollow shell acts as an intermediary between the steam source and the tie material. The shell receives steam from the boiler and distributes it through multiple vents positioned within the tie, enabling controlled and effective steam delivery to areas that would be inaccessible with traditional external steaming methods.
2Reliability
If steam is delivered directly to ties, then steaming effectiveness improves, but control over steam distribution is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The steam delivery system is segmented into multiple vents distributed throughout the hollow shell. This segmentation allows steam to be delivered to multiple locations within the tie simultaneously, providing controlled and uniform steam distribution across the entire tie structure rather than concentrating steam in a single location.
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the tie receive steam through locally positioned vents within the hollow shell. This allows for targeted steam delivery to specific areas of the tie that require attention, enabling localized treatment while maintaining overall control over the steaming process.
3Ease of operation
If a hollow shell with vents is used, then steam distribution control improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The hollow shell serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a steam distribution chamber, provides structural support for the vent system, and enables insertion into the tie for internal steam delivery. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components, thereby managing device complexity while achieving controlled steam distribution.
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
Enables efficient and controlled steam delivery to ties, improving accessibility and effectiveness in steaming processes.
Implementation Method 1
the boiler converts the water to steam
Implementation Method 2
The pump is positioned to transfer water from the reservoir to the boiler
Data Source
AI summary
A tie steaming device for steaming ties includes a housing that defines an interior space. A reservoir, a power module, a boiler and a pump are coupled to the housing and positioned in the interior space. The boiler and the pump are operationally coupled to the power module. The pump is fluidically coupled to the reservoir and the boiler. The device also comprises a shell that is hollow. The shell is fluidically couplable to the boiler. Each of a plurality of vents is positioned in the shell. The pump is positioned to transfer water from the reservoir to the boiler, such that the boiler converts the water to steam. The shell is configured for insertion into a user's tie to direct the steam through the vents to contact the tie.