UAV Aerosol Discharge Apparatus With Flexible Direction Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional unmanned aerial vehicles face challenges in easily changing the discharge direction of contents from aerosol containers.
Innovation Solution
A discharge apparatus with a flexible second flow channel supported by a change unit that adjusts its shape and position, allowing for easy direction changes, and includes a support structure that minimizes pressure loss.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a conventional fixed discharge apparatus is used, then the structure is simple, but the discharge direction cannot be easily changed
Solution Approach 1:
The discharge apparatus employs a flexible second flow channel that can dynamically change its shape and orientation. The channel is supported by a movable support structure that allows the channel to be repositioned to different angles and directions, enabling easy change of discharge direction without complex mechanical joints or rigid restructuring.
Solution Approach 2:
The second flow channel is constructed as a flexible tube that can bend and deform. This flexible channel is guided by a support structure with internal ribs that maintain structural integrity while allowing the channel to assume different curved configurations, enabling direction changes without rigid mechanical components.
2Ease of operation
If the second flow channel is made flexible to change shape, then discharge direction can be changed, but pressure loss may increase
Solution Approach 1:
The flexible second flow channel is designed with smooth curved transitions rather than sharp bends. The channel follows gentle arc-shaped paths when changing direction, which minimizes turbulence and pressure loss. The support structure's internal ribs are positioned to guide the channel through optimized curvature profiles that maintain laminar flow.
Solution Approach 2:
The channel's flexibility allows it to adapt its shape parameters (curvature radius, bend angle, length) to optimize flow characteristics. By adjusting the channel's configuration within certain parameter ranges, the system can achieve direction changes while maintaining acceptable pressure loss levels.
3Ease of operation
If the support position of the second flow channel is fixed, then the structure is stable, but the discharge direction cannot be adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure is designed as a dynamic system with movable components rather than fixed attachments. The support can be repositioned along the channel's length and adjusted to different angular positions, providing stable support at each configured position while allowing transitions between multiple discharge directions.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure is divided into multiple segments or adjustment points along the flow channel. Each segment can be independently positioned or adjusted, allowing the channel to be stabilized at various configurations while maintaining overall structural integrity during direction changes.
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AI summary
A discharge apparatus for discharging contents in an aerosol container, comprising, a first flow channel connected to an aerosol container; a second flow channel connected to the first flow channel; a support configured to support at least a part of the second flow channel; and a change unit configured to change a shape of the second flow channel, wherein the support changes a support position of the second flow channel in response to a change in a shape of the second flow channel, is provided. In addition, an unmanned aerial vehicle on which the discharge apparatus is mounted is provided.