Venturi Injector Dissolving Solid Particles in Liquid
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for dissolving solid particles, especially lumps, in liquids are inefficient and can clog pumps, requiring mechanical systems that are costly, energy-intensive, and require frequent maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a tank, a pre-mixing vessel, and a venturi injector, where the pre-mixing vessel receives solid particles and liquid to form a mixture, and the venturi injector injects this mixture into a circulation line, allowing for efficient dissolution of solid particles without mechanical breakdown.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If mechanical systems (lump breakers, massage systems, vibrators) are used to break apart lumps, then lump dissolution is improved, but device complexity, cost, and energy consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical lump breaking systems with a fluid dynamic approach using a venturi injector. The venturi injector uses a high-velocity liquid stream to erode and dissolve lumps directly, eliminating the need for mechanical breakers, massage systems, or vibrators. This substitution reduces device complexity while maintaining effective lump dissolution.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs a venturi injector that utilizes high-velocity liquid flow to break apart and dissolve lumps. The venturi creates a low-pressure zone that draws in air, creating a high-velocity jet that physically erodes lumps and facilitates their dissolution. This hydraulic approach replaces complex mechanical systems with a simpler fluid-based mechanism.
2Reliability
If mechanical systems are used to break apart lumps, then lump dissolution is improved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces energy-intensive mechanical breaking systems with a venturi injector that uses fluid dynamics to dissolve lumps. The venturi injector requires significantly less energy input compared to mechanical breakers, massage systems, or vibrators, as it leverages the kinetic energy of the liquid stream itself rather than requiring external mechanical power.
3Reliability
If mechanical systems are used to break apart lumps, then lump dissolution is improved, but maintenance requirements and downtime increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent eliminates mechanical components that require maintenance by using a venturi injector system. The venturi injector has no moving parts, no wear-prone mechanical elements, and no lubrication requirements, thereby eliminating the maintenance and downtime issues associated with mechanical lump breaking systems.
4Loss of time
If high concentration ingredient shell forms around lump interior, then dissolution process is delayed, but pump clogging risk increases
Solution Approach 1:
The venturi injector creates a high-velocity liquid stream that directly erodes lumps and prevents the formation of thick high-concentration ingredient shells. The forceful liquid jet penetrates the lump interior directly, dissolving ingredients quickly and preventing shell formation that would delay dissolution or cause pump clogging.
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 system effectively dissolves solid particles, including lumps, in a liquid, reducing the risk of clogging and maintaining efficiency with reduced labor and operational costs.
Implementation Method 1
a venturi injector configured to inject the mixture into the circulation line
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AI summary
A system (100) for dissolving solid particles (150) in a liquid (152). The system comprising: a tank (102), a circulation (110) line configured to circulate the liquid over the tank, a pre-mixing vessel (120) configured to receive and dissolve the solid particles in the liquid to form a mixture (153), and a venturi injector (130) configured to inject the mixture into the circulation line, wherein a suction inlet (136) of the venturi injector is connected to an outlet (126) of the pre-mixing vessel, such that the mixture in the pre-mixing vessel can be drawn from the pre-mixing vessel and be injected into the circulation line, to thereby be mixed with and form part of the liquid when the liquid is circulated in the circulation line. A method of dissolving solid particles in a liquid is also provided.