Vertical Air Purifier Discharge for Whole-Room Airflow Coverage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional air purifying apparatuses are limited in their ability to effectively purify air across an entire indoor space, as they typically operate by either discharging clean air only below or above their height, restricting usability and airflow distribution.
Innovation Solution
An air purifying apparatus with a vertically movable second case that can overlap with a first case, allowing for simultaneous upper and lower discharge of clean air, along with adjustable discharge modes, including upward and lateral discharge options, to ensure comprehensive air purification across the space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If the air purifying apparatus uses a fixed discharge port structure, then the device complexity is reduced, but the airflow distribution coverage is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The discharge port is designed to move vertically along the housing, transitioning from a fixed structure to a dynamic one. The discharge port can be positioned at different heights to discharge air to different areas, expanding the airflow distribution coverage while maintaining manageable device complexity through a simple linear motion mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The discharge port is given freedom of motion in the vertical dimension, allowing it to discharge air not only in the horizontal direction but also to different vertical levels. This dimensional addition significantly expands the airflow distribution coverage throughout the indoor space.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the air purifying unit is placed only in upper or lower portion, then the device complexity is reduced, but the usability is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The air purifying unit is designed with movable components that allow it to switch between upper and lower positioning modes. This dynamic capability enables the unit to adapt to different usage scenarios and user preferences, significantly improving usability without requiring multiple separate devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The air purifying unit is designed to perform multiple functions by changing its position - it can purify air for both upper and lower areas, serve different user needs, and adapt to various indoor space configurations. This multi-functionality approach enhances usability while consolidating what would otherwise require separate devices.
3Area of stationary object
If lateral suction and discharge are used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the clean air supply area is limited to below the apparatus height
Solution Approach 1:
The suction and discharge structures are enhanced to include vertical motion capability. The discharge port can move vertically to release clean air at different heights, enabling clean air supply to areas both below and above the apparatus base level. This vertical dimension addition dramatically expands the clean air supply area throughout the entire indoor space.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This design enhances airflow distribution and user satisfaction by allowing for customizable airflow directions and intensities, effectively purifying the entire indoor space and accommodating individual preferences, such as indirect or direct airflow.
Implementation Method 1
a fan configured to suction outside air by applying negative pressure to the filter
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AI summary
The present invention relates to an air purifying apparatus comprising a filter; a fan configured to suction outside air by applying negative pressure to the filter; a first case including a wall for receiving at least a portion of the fan and the filter, the first case extending in a vertical direction; a second case capable of receiving at least a portion of the fan and the filter, at least a portion thereof being capable of being overlapped with the wall of the first case, the second case being capable of moving in the vertical direction; a discharge portion provided on an upper portion of the second case so as to discharge air purified by the filter; and a suction portion provided in the first case.