The primary intent of this patent is to protect the Intellectual Property Rights of the inventor by recording the basic principle of the design.
We are showing examples of product ideas utilizing the design principle but will request patent recognition for any original concepts.
The purpose of this invention is to optimize cooling or heating efficiency by moving the air through the entire Temperature Modification Zone. The basic principle is applicable to cooling, heating or a combination of both. In addition it allows separation of the heat generating compressor system (not shown) from the cooling system.
DESCRIPTION FIG. 1 Current State of the Art practice in Air Conditioners moves air through a Temperature Modification Zone (TMZ) consisting of a Core Unit (10) made up of coils (1) and fins (3) which are the cold and/or heat emitting elements. The core unit (10) is typically a rectilinear panel through which air is blown for cooling and/or heating. Typically baffling (4) is included to direct the airflow.
An additional view (15) describes an alternate configuration of the coils (1) providing more surface access as the air passes through the Proposed Design (10).
The definition of the TMZ is Key to this patent application! It is a volumetric space described as (L×W×D), length×width×depth, through which the air passes to be cooled or heated.
FIGS. 2&3 Compare Conventional A/C systems with the Proposed Design, describing the efficiency advantage.
FIG. 2 Conventional A/C systems typically blow air through a single Temperature Modification (10) Layer. The depth (X) of the TML limits effective access to the available cooling surfaces. Adding more layers would increase the size without a significant increase in efficiency.
FIG. 3 The Proposed Design, using similar Core Elements (10) and a squirrel cage blower (12) pulls the air in through a filter (5) at one end, to travel the length (Y) of the coil/fin unit (10). The air passes through 100% of the core elements (10) longitudinally, as opposed to transversely (FIGS. 2). With both systems using similar core elements, the efficiency differential is based on an “X to Y ratio”. X is the distance Conventional A/C air (FIG. 2) will be influenced by the Temp-Mod zone. Y is the distance the Proposed Design air (FIG. 3) will be influenced by the Temp-Mod zone. The significant difference is the time air is in the Temp-Mod zone. The spacing or size of the elements will be determined by the C/H requirements of the end product. Baffling (4) shown here is a sleeve around the core element, channeling the air flow.
An additional view (25) describes an extended length single layer system for in-the-wall or surface mounted installations.
The illustrations here-in define the principle of the design.
We have defined alternative component designs for the core elements of the patent.
Similar variations do not invalidate this patent's Principle claim.
Dimensions for the core elements, number of and spacing of fins and baffle design
FIG. 4 One configuration of the invention, showing three Core Elements (10) multiplexed to move air through a longer C/H path. U shaped baffles (5) are an integral component in the final product design. (Version 1)
FIG. 5 Design variation (V2) for alternative airflow. In this design the Core Elements (20) are configured with baffle segments (11) shown as bold dash lines integrated with fins (3). Detail (11) shows hole (16) pattern to match fins. Cross section view shows baffles (11) mated with baffle (5) forming the “S” path for air flow.
Detail perspective clarifies the suggested baffle (5) form.
FIG. 6 Some variations on Coil/Fin configuration where coil can be sandwiched between two thin sheets of metal forming an integrated coil/fin (30); or pressure forming two mating clamshell fins(43) bonded together forming another integrated coil-less/fin (40) design. Coil pattern suggestion (50) which can increase thermal distribution.
FIG. 7 These variations allow wider fins providing an economical approach for a long unit (V3) surface mounted or between construction studs.
FIG. 8 Perspective view (V1) of the Cooling/Heating unit (60) independent of the compressor (not shown). This slim design permits separation of the Cooling/Heating unit (1) from the Compressor which allows wall mounting of the unit (4), independent of window access, cooling only room air; or as a ceiling mount for auto, van or motor home.
FIG. 9 Perspective view (V3) of an alternative design for the Cooling/Heating unit (70) configured with integrated coil/fin designs (30, 40 or 50) which reduces cost, improving energy efficiency.
FIG. 10 A suggested Cabinetry Design (100) showing air intake filter (6), Air exhaust vent (7) and control panel (101).
FIG. 11 Exterior Front View (100) showing air intake filter (6), Air exhaust vent (7) and control panel (101).
Alternative configurations for varied product applications.
FIG. 12 Cross-section 10-10 Air Flow Diagram
FIG. 13 Cross-section 20-20 front view showing internal and optional wide core unit (10) layout.
FIG. 14 Cross section of Alternate Airflow version showing internal layout.
FIG. 15 Cross section 40-40 of Version 2 showing center baffles(11) integrated with fins (3)
FIG. 16 Wall mounted unit (100) isolated from compressor (110).
FIG. 17 Typical Interior Wall Unit Airflow showing the A/C device (100) connected (112) to the compressor (101) through the wall.
FIG. 18 Auto A/C Unit (200) installed in Vehicle.
FIG. 19 Compressor (300) & Solar Panel (350) Outside Vehicle.
FIG. 20 Suggested Window Mounted Auto A/C System (200) showing interconnection (202) to compressor (300). Moisture block (201) cushions compressor on roof. Resilient spacer (203) seals vehicle window (204).
