Wall-Mounted Liquid Dispenser With Tilt-Out Filters
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional liquid dispensers occupy significant space and require frequent bottle replacements, making them unsuitable for many applications where space efficiency and reduced maintenance are desired.
Innovation Solution
A wall-mounted filtering system with a chassis featuring recess bays and a face plate, including a first and second stage filter that tilt outward for easy replacement, and sensors for detecting container presence and filter replacement needs, allowing for efficient use of space and reduced maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If traditional liquid dispensers are used, then liquid dispensing function is provided, but significant space is occupied and frequent bottle replacement is required
Solution Approach 1:
The filter system is divided into multiple stages (first stage filter and second stage filter) that can be independently replaced. This segmentation allows for more efficient use of space while extending the overall filtration capacity and life of the system, as each stage can be optimized for specific filtration needs and replaced independently when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The filters are mounted horizontally within recess bays rather than vertically, utilizing horizontal space more efficiently. The hinge mechanism allows filters to tilt outward for access while maintaining a compact wall-mounted profile, effectively using three-dimensional space to reduce the overall footprint of the dispenser system.
2Ease of operation
If wall-mounted filtering system with horizontal filters is used, then space efficiency is improved and filter replacement is easier, but device complexity increases due to hinge mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The hinge mechanism enables dynamic movement of the filters between a horizontal mounted position during operation and an outward-tilted position during replacement. This dynamic capability simplifies filter replacement by allowing easy access without complete disassembly, while the hinge design is kept simple to minimize added complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The hinge mechanism extracts the complexity of filter removal from the overall system by providing a simple pivot point that allows filters to be tilted outward for access. This separates the mounting function from the replacement function, making the replacement process simpler while adding minimal structural complexity.
3Reliability
If multiple stage filters are used in series, then filtration effectiveness and filter life are extended, but device complexity and manufacturing cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The filtration system is segmented into multiple independent filter stages that can be manufactured separately and then assembled. Each filter stage is a discrete unit that can be produced using standard manufacturing processes, and the modular design simplifies assembly and maintenance while achieving effective multi-stage filtration.
Solution Approach 2:
The common housing structure and mounting mechanism serve multiple functions: they support both the first and second stage filters, provide sealed connections for both filters, and enable simultaneous replacement of either filter. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed and simplifies the overall manufacturing process.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides a compact, space-efficient liquid dispensing solution with minimal maintenance requirements, capable of processing large volumes of liquid and extending filter life, while maintaining system functionality and user convenience.
Implementation Method 1
the face plate is removably coupled to the chassis via a magnetic assembly
Implementation Method 2
the first stage filter is a sediment filter
Implementation Method 3
the second stage filter is a carbon filter
Data Source
AI summary
A wall mounted filtering system includes a chassis having an outwardly facing planer surface, a central recess bay and at least one of an upper recess bay and a lower recess bay. The system includes a face plate covering at least a portion of the outwardly facing planer surface and a filter assembly including at least a first stage filter oriented horizontally within the at least one bays and attached to the chassis via a first hinge, the first stage filter being operably coupled to the chassis with the first hinge and second hinge to tilt outward between an initial filter position in which the first stage filter is located within at least one of the upper recess bay and the lower recess bay below the outwardly facing planer surface, and a final filter position in which the first stage filter extends outward from the outwardly facing planer surface.