Drinking Water Supply Device Electrolysis Module Cleaning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Drinking water supply devices often have debris and bacteria accumulation in the water passage paths, requiring effective cleaning methods to maintain sanitary conditions.
Innovation Solution
A drinking water supply device with a cabinet, electrolysis module, and guide pipe system that allows for the cleaning of water paths using sterile water electrolysis and room temperature water, employing a dual-step cleaning process with different water types and pressures to enhance cleaning efficacy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If water passes through the electrolysis module for sterilization, then sanitation is improved, but water pressure is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The water supply path is divided into two separate paths: one through the electrolysis module for sterilization and another bypass path for pressure maintenance. This segmentation allows water to be sterilized when needed while maintaining adequate pressure through the bypass, resolving the contradiction between sanitation improvement and pressure reduction
Solution Approach 2:
A three-way valve acts as an intermediary to control the water flow distribution between the electrolysis module path and the bypass path. By adjusting the valve, the system can regulate how much water goes through sterilization versus the bypass, balancing sanitation needs with pressure requirements
2Ease of operation
If the case is detached for cleaning, then accessibility is improved, but sealing reliability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The electrolysis module is extracted from the main case as a detachable component. This allows the module to be easily removed for cleaning and maintenance while the case maintains its sealing integrity when the module is installed, resolving the contradiction between cleaning accessibility and sealing reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static sealed structure to a dynamic configuration where the case can be opened and closed. The sealing mechanism is designed to maintain reliability in the closed state while allowing easy access in the open state for cleaning operations
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 improves sanitation and cleaning power by using sterile water for primary cleaning and room temperature water for secondary cleaning, ensuring thorough path washing with minimal pressure reduction, thus maintaining a clean and efficient water supply system.
Implementation Method 1
an electrolysis module provided in the case, electrolyzing externally supplied water
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a method for controlling a drinking-water supply device, the method comprising: a first step of connecting a guide pipe of a case separable from a cabinet to form a channel through which water moves from the case to the cabinet; a second step of supplying the cabinet with sterile water electrolyzed by an electrolytic module included in the case; and a third step of supplying the cabinet with water which has not passed through the electrolytic module included in the case, wherein the sterilization water and the water are supplied to the cabinet from the case via the guide pipe in the second step and the third step.