Wall-Mounted Fluid Dispenser with Remote Dilution for Theft Prevention

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing systems for dispensing window washing fluids at service stations are inefficient, as they are difficult to access, prone to theft or damage, and lack cost-effective monitoring and maintenance, leading to low profit margins and inefficiencies in fluid management.

Innovation Solution

A system featuring multiple wall-mounted dispensers connected to a centralized storage of concentrated fluid, with remote dilution capabilities and HTML-based management tools for fluid coordination and inventory control, allowing for precise dilution and cost-effective distribution of fluids directly at the vehicle service area.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If window washing fluids are stored in large containers at the retail vending area, then clients can access the fluids, but the fluids are vulnerable to theft, damage, and weather conditions

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefluid accessibilityVSAvoidfluid protection from theft and damage

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent extracts the vulnerable fluid storage function from the retail vending area and relocates it to a protected indoor storage area. The fluid is kept secure in a controlled environment while still being accessible to clients through a dispensing system with spigots that extend to the vehicle service area, thus resolving the contradiction between accessibility and protection.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary dispensing system with extendable spigots that acts as a mediator between the protected indoor fluid storage and the outdoor vehicle service area. This intermediary mechanism allows clients to access the fluid without exposing the main storage to theft and damage, while still providing convenient access at the service area.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Productivity

If concentrated fluid is stored centrally and diluted remotely, then fluid management efficiency increases and waste reduces, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefluid management efficiencyVSAvoidsystem structure

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a self-service system where the dilution process is automated through a remote dilution device that clients can operate themselves. The system automatically mixes concentrated fluid with water at the desired ratio, eliminating the need for manual fluid management and reducing waste while keeping the system relatively simple to use.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical fluid handling with an automated remote dilution system that uses electronic controls and automated mixing mechanisms. This substitution reduces the need for complex manual operations while maintaining system simplicity through user-friendly interfaces and automated processes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

3Ease of operation

If multiple wall-mounted dispensers are installed in the vehicle service area, then client service quality improves, but installation and maintenance costs increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveclient service qualityVSAvoidinstallation and maintenance cost

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the fluid dispensing system into multiple wall-mounted dispensers distributed throughout the vehicle service area. Each dispenser is a modular unit that can be independently installed and maintained, allowing for improved client service quality while keeping individual unit costs manageable and maintenance straightforward.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent designs the wall-mounted dispensers as universal units that can serve multiple functions and be installed in various locations within the vehicle service area. This multi-functionality allows a single dispenser design to meet diverse client needs across different service zones, reducing overall system complexity and maintenance requirements despite the number of units.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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

This system enhances accessibility, reduces waste, and increases profit margins by allowing for efficient fluid management and precise dilution, while enabling better service for electric vehicles with larger window surfaces.

Implementation Method 1

a remote dilution device, both of which can be used to dilute a bulk volume of concentrated fluid with a large volume of water

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectDilution:

Data Source

PatentUS11498527B2System for optimizing the use and the income generation by a service station of washing fluids

Publication Date: 2022.11.15 HIGHTECH SOLUTIONS NYC LLC

AI summary

The present invention relates to a system for optimizing the use and the income generated a service station or other service locations where different service related fluids are used by service providers and retail users, and more specifically to the coordination at both retail and an associated services station of fluids like window washing fluids using a multiple wall mounting dispensers and a remove dilution device. Also part of the system are HTML based tools for the management of the fluids and the management of information between the service station operators, the clients, and the service provider in charge of maintaining the system. Also included are methods of use thereof.