Water-Flow-Adjustable Bubbler Switching Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional flow regulators in sanitary ware have limited applicability due to their fixed water-saving state, which restricts the ability to achieve high flow volumes, limiting their versatility.
Innovation Solution
A water-saving flow regulator with two working states: a water-saving state and a high flow volume state, where the switch shaft can be manually adjusted to open an additional passage for increased flow, and a reset device ensures the switch shaft returns to its initial position for water-saving mode when pressure reduces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If a flow regulator is designed with only one water-saving working state, then water consumption is reduced, but the ability to achieve high flow volume is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The flow regulator incorporates a switchable mechanism with two distinct working states: a water-saving state with restricted flow and a high-flow state with full flow capability. The switching element dynamically changes the flow path configuration, allowing the device to adapt between low consumption mode and high volume mode based on user needs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a flow regulator is designed with switchable flow volumes, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple functions into a compact structure: the switching mechanism, flow regulation elements, and sealing components are combined within a single housing. The switch element simultaneously controls flow path selection and maintains sealing, reducing the need for separate components for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The flow regulator housing serves multiple purposes: it contains the flow regulation mechanism, provides sealing surfaces, supports the switching element, and maintains structural integrity. The single device performs both water-saving regulation and high-flow delivery functions without requiring additional specialized components.
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
Enables flexible switching between low and high flow volumes with fewer components and a smaller size, effectively addressing the limitations of fixed flow regulators by allowing for both efficient water-saving and high flow scenarios.
Implementation Method 1
a reset device comprises a spring
Implementation Method 2
with the water pressure pushing upwardly, the switch shaft overcomes the action of the reset device
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AI summary
A water-flow-adjustable water-saving bubbler comprises: a housing (9) and a bubbling device mounted in the housing (9) and further comprises: a switching shaft (6) and a water diversion body (2) disposed above the bubbling device. The switching shaft (6) is inserted in a shaft hole (44, 73, 83, 93). A first water passage is formed between the switching shaft (6) and the wall of the shaft hole. A plurality of through holes (11, 43, 92) is provided at the periphery of the shaft hole (44, 73, 83, 93) to form a second water passage. The switching shaft (6) is moveable between an initial position and a second position. In the initial position, a sealing component of the switching shaft (6) blocks the first water passage and water flows out only from the second water passage. In the second position, the sealing component of the switching shaft (6) is separated from the bubbling device, the first water passage is opened and remains in the open state under water pressure, and water flows out from both the first and second water passages.