Adjustable UV Radiator Mounting for Open Channel Water Treatment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing UV radiator module installations in open channel water or wastewater treatment systems require precise dimensioning of channel walls to avoid low irradiation areas, limiting design flexibility and complicating channel construction.
Innovation Solution
A mounting structure with adjustable brackets and holders that allow for selectable positioning and adjustment of UV radiator modules, compensating for channel width tolerances and ensuring consistent UV intensity across the channel.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If fixed mounting structures are used for UV radiator modules, then the modules can be securely positioned in the channel, but the channel construction becomes complex and design flexibility is limited due to precise dimensioning requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure incorporates adjustable elements that allow dynamic adaptation to different channel widths. The mounting structure can be adjusted along the channel width direction to accommodate tolerance variations, transforming a static fixed mounting approach into a dynamic adjustable system that maintains reliable module positioning without requiring precise channel dimensioning
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the geometric parameters of the mounting structure to accommodate channel width variations. By providing adjustable mounting positions and flexible positioning mechanisms, the structure adapts its dimensions to match actual channel widths within a range, eliminating the need for precise dimensioning while maintaining stable module positioning
2Illumination intensity
If fixed mounting structures with precise dimensioning are used, then UV irradiation intensity can be maintained, but design flexibility and adaptability to varying channel widths are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure provides dynamic adjustability along the channel width direction, allowing the UV radiator modules to be positioned at optimal locations regardless of channel width variations. This dynamic positioning capability maintains consistent UV irradiation intensity across different channel configurations while significantly improving design flexibility
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting structure is designed with universal adaptability to accommodate a range of channel widths. By incorporating adjustable positioning mechanisms and flexible mounting options, a single mounting structure design can be universally applied across different channel dimensions, maintaining UV irradiation effectiveness while eliminating the need for custom precise dimensioning
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 adjustable mounting structure ensures consistent UV irradiation intensity across the channel, reduces the complexity of channel construction, and enhances design flexibility by accommodating varying channel widths and module spacings.
Implementation Method 1
These radiation sources generate UV radiation in the wavelength range around 250 nm, with which pathogens can be inactivated or killed
Data Source
AI summary
A mount for movably mounting at least one UV radiator module in an open channel water or wastewater treatment system includes at least one holder with a base plate and at least one fastening area that extends perpendicular to the base plate, and a bracket with a center section, two parallel and straight side edges disposed at a distance from each other, and two legs respectively connected to the center section at side edges and extending from the center section parallel to one another and perpendicular to the center section. Fastening means are provided on the at least one fastening area and at the two legs arranged to fasten the bracket to the at least one holder in a selectable position so that the distance between the base plate and the center section is adjustable.