Vacuum Drying Tank Segmented Shell and Button Seal

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing vacuum drying devices have large volumes, are inconvenient to carry, and have low drying efficiency, making them unsuitable for small-scale drying needs such as beauty products and snacks.

Innovation Solution

A compact vacuum drying tank with a shell design that includes a first shell part, a second shell part with an accommodating cavity, and a third shell part housing the pumping device. The tank features a button-operated sealing mechanism that allows for easy opening and closing of the vacuum state, enhancing usability and efficiency.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Volume of moving object

If existing vacuum drying devices are used, then drying function is achieved, but volume is large and portability is poor

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedrying device volumeVSAvoidportability
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The drying device is divided into multiple detachable components: a first container for placing items to be dried, a second container housing the pumping device, and a connecting portion. This segmentation allows the components to be separated for easy carrying and storage, while assembling into a complete vacuum drying system when needed, effectively resolving the contradiction between compact volume and functional completeness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Productivity

If existing vacuum drying devices are used, then drying function is achieved, but drying efficiency is low

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedrying efficiencyVSAvoiddrying time
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The pumping device automatically maintains vacuum pressure within the container without requiring manual intervention. The control unit monitors and regulates the vacuum state, allowing the drying process to proceed continuously and efficiently without user interference, thereby improving drying efficiency and reducing total drying time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Productivity

If vacuum sealing is maintained, then drying effectiveness is improved, but opening the container becomes difficult

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedrying effectivenessVSAvoidcontainer opening ease
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The sealing structure incorporates a dynamic release mechanism where the sealing portion can be selectively engaged or disengaged from the connecting portion. During drying, the seal maintains vacuum integrity; when opening is needed, the sealing relationship is dynamically broken by detaching the components, allowing easy access while preserving drying effectiveness during operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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 compact design facilitates easier carrying and storage, while the improved sealing mechanism allows for efficient drying with higher efficiency, energy savings, and environmental friendliness, making it suitable for various small-scale drying applications.

Implementation Method 1

the pumping device is used for pumping out air in the accommodating cavity from the air pumping hole, so that the accommodating cavity is in a vacuum state

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectVacuum: Vacuum

Implementation Method 2

the bottom end surface of the accommodating cavity is provided with a through hole and a sealing member; when the button is located at the first position, the sealing member is clung to the through hole to close the through hole

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectVacuum sealing: Vacuum

Data Source

PatentUS12326297B2Vacuum drying tank
Publication Date: 2025.06.10 QINGDAO JIAHE YONGRUN BEAUTY TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure discloses a vacuum drying tank, including a shell and a pumping device. The shell includes a first shell part, a second shell part, and a third shell part; the second shell part has an accommodating cavity provided with an opening in the top; an air pumping hole is formed in the accommodating cavity; the first shell part is, hermetically covered at the opening; the third shell part is arranged below the second shell part; the pumping device is arranged in the third shell part and is communicated with the air pumping hole; and the pumping device is used for pumping out air in the accommodating cavity from the air pumping hole, so that the accommodating cavity is in a vacuum state.