WO2012009024A1 - Appareil écologique polyvalent - Google Patents

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WO2012009024A1
WO2012009024A1 PCT/US2011/020077 US2011020077W WO2012009024A1 WO 2012009024 A1 WO2012009024 A1 WO 2012009024A1 US 2011020077 W US2011020077 W US 2011020077W WO 2012009024 A1 WO2012009024 A1 WO 2012009024A1
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Wayne Ferreira
Henri-James Tieleman
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Priority to CN2011201417752U priority patent/CN202099156U/zh
Priority to CN2011101166585A priority patent/CN102334911A/zh
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Priority to US13/657,469 priority patent/US8650892B2/en

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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B01—PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL PROCESSES OR APPARATUS IN GENERAL
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    • B01D5/00—Condensation of vapours; Recovering volatile solvents by condensation
    • B01D5/0003—Condensation of vapours; Recovering volatile solvents by condensation by using heat-exchange surfaces for indirect contact between gases or vapours and the cooling medium
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    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
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    • Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
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  • dehumidifiers do not subject the condensate to specialized filtration or other processing to make the water suitable and/or better tasting for human consumption.
  • the inventive disclosures contained herein include a system designed to extract water moisture from the atmosphere, highly purify and condition the extracted water, and provide optional carbonation of the extracted water for human consumption.
  • the highly purified water can also be used to make ice or coffee for human consumption.
  • the top of the apparatus has a docking port and speaker system compatible with a MP3 player, an IPod, or an IPhone.
  • the docking port may also be compatible with other portable electronic audio devices and smart-phones.
  • the device collects water-vapor condensation from filtered intake air, then subjects the condensate to a series of purification filters and to a sterilization process in order to produce drinking water, while also providing a means to combine the purified water with C0 2 gas to facilitate dispensing carbonated water and/or carbonated drinks.
  • This highly purified carbonated water is also conducive to the health of consumers.
  • the device collects water- vapor condensation from filtered intake air, then subjects the condensate to a series of purification filters and to a sterilization process in order to produce drinking water, while also providing a means to combine the purified water with ground coffee.
  • the device collects water-vapor condensation from filtered intake air, then subjects the condensate to a series of purification filters and to a sterilization process in order to produce drinking water, while also providing a means to freeze the purified water creating ice cubes.
  • the device can be connected directly to an external tap- water source, wherein the tap water is subjected to the device's purification filtration and sterilization processes, as well as the optional carbonation, coffee-making, and/or ice-making processes.
  • Figure 1 depicts a simplified one-line diagram of one embodiment of the refrigeration system that extracts water from the atmosphere, which shows the fluid flow through major components.
  • Figure 2 shows a diagram of one embodiment of the system that extracts water from the atmosphere, depicting the functional relationships of major components that process the gas and liquids through filtration and sterilization to produce purified water.
  • Figure 3 depicts one embodiment of the inventive disclosure as an isometric view of major internal components.
  • Figure 4 depicts a C0 2 gas cylinder and the gas-diffusion chamber.
  • Figure 5 depicts the front panels of one embodiment of the inventive disclosure, including the locations of a C0 2 gas cylinder and the gas-diffusion chamber.
  • Figure 6 shows a top view of one embodiment of the system showing the docking station for any MP3 player, any IPod, and any IPhone.
  • Figure 7 shows a diagram of the front view of one embodiment of the system, depicting all of the components, such as the two speakers, LCD display, two doors, a C02 gas cylinder, a soda water carafe, a coffee pot, and an ice drawer.
  • Figure 8 shows a bottom view of one embodiment of the system.
  • Figure 9 is a functional block diagram of one embodiment of the system.
  • One embodiment includes a system designed to extract water moisture from the atmosphere, highly purify and condition the extracted water, and provide and optional carbonation of the extracted water for human consumption.
  • the device collects water- vapor condensation from filtered intake air, then subjects the condensate to a series of purification filters and to a sterilization process in order to produce drinking water, while also providing a means to combine the purified water with C0 2 gas to facilitate dispensing carbonated water and/or carbonated drinks.
  • the device can be connected directly to an external tap-water source, wherein the tap water is subjected to the device's purification filtration and sterilization processes, as well as the optional carbonation process.
  • Figs. 1-5 Some embodiments incorporate the fan/blower-powered [5] intake of filtered air [9], which is directed through an evaporator-condensation means [4, 2], such as an aluminum-fin evaporator, causing condensate to gravity-drain into a collector means [6].
  • the collector means [6] is a highly polished, plate-shaped, detachable water retainer, wherein the highly polished surface facilitates the gravity flow of condensate water into the lower water tank [12].
  • the collected water condensate is then pumped [15] through a series of filters (such as activated carbon filters, zeolite filters, and/or far-infrared filters mineralization) [16, 18] and through a reverse-osmosis filter [17].
  • the reverse-osmosis filter [17] is also connected to a waste-water proportion controller [19] that allows a user to control how much waste water the user would like the system to produce.
  • the waste-water proportion controller [19] is connected to the collector means [6] and waste- water outlet via a three-way valve [20].
  • the filtered water is then subjected to ultra-violet-light sterilization [26, 28] and temperature condition (cooling [25] or heating [35]).
  • the device provides the user with the option of directing the purified water and C0 2 gas [A12] into a gas-water- diffusion chamber [Al], which then can provide the user with the purified, sparking water from the output [31].
  • Some embodiments also incorporate both a heating means [34, 35, 36] and a refrigeration means [1, 25, 37] so that end users can opt to dispense either heated water or cooled water.
  • Some embodiments only provide a means to dispense cooled water, while even other embodiments dispense the water at ambient temperature.
  • the various subsystems such as the heating and cooling systems, the sterilization system, and defrosting systems are controlled by an intelligent, single-chip control system.
  • the single-chip control system uses inputs associated with water temperature, water level [38], and defrosting temperature to decide when to actuate various control devices, such as the solenoid cooling valve [37].
  • the refrigeration systems comprise a typical refrigeration cycle, including refrigerant compressed by a compressor [1] into a liquid, whereby the compressed refrigerant passes through the capillary aluminum-fin (or equivalent) condenser [2] and is vaporized, thus removing heat from the medium surround the evaporator.
  • a common compressor is used to supply refrigerant to both the evaporator- condenser [4, 2] and to the cooling coils [25] in the upper water tank [24], which is advantageous to both reduce the internal room required to house components and to conserve resources.
  • One or more solenoid-operated control valves are used to direct refrigerant flow.
  • the condensate-collection system comprises a condenser fan [5] with a collector [6], wherein the fan forces intake ambient air through the cold evaporator fins [4], on which liquid water will condense from the air and deposit on said fins, then gravity-drain into the collector [6] and into the lower water tank [12].
  • the compressor [1] sucks-in gaseous refrigerant from evaporator [4] or from the cooling loop [25].
  • the compressed, hot refrigerant usually passes through condenser [2], and from there to restriction (copper filter) [44].
  • the refrigerant then passes through solenoid cooling valve [37]. If solenoid cooling valve [37] is not electrically energized, then the refrigerant passes through outlet [b] (see Fig. 1) and from there to the evaporator [4], where the refrigerant is permitted to expand and thus chills air passing through the evaporator [4].
  • solenoid cooling valve [37] If solenoid cooling valve [37] is electrically energized, the refrigerant passes through outlet [c] and from there to cooling loop [25] (contained within upper water tank [24]), where the refrigerant is permitted to expand and thus chills water in upper water tank [24].
  • the compressor [1] is a high-efficiency, variable- speed compressor whose operation, including energizing times and speed, are controlled by a an inverter- controller.
  • the high-efficiency, variable- speed compressor (with controller) has characteristics comparable to those of a Panasonic® Model 6TD075XAA41.
  • the compressor [1] is the largest electrical load on the system (typically, it represents almost 50% of the energy consumption of the system to generate water from the atmosphere), it is advantageous to minimize its cycling operations as allowed by ambient conditions, such as temperature and humidity.
  • the employment of such a controllable, high-efficiency compressor [1] facilitates the use of a solar-energy source such that the machine can be stationed remotely and independent from any external power source.
  • the system is electrically powered by one or more solar panels rated at rated for at least 300 W.
  • the intake ambient air previously mentioned leaves the evaporator [4] and passes through the condenser [2], which is hot, and the air absorbs heat from the condenser [2].
  • the compressor [1] can pump hot refrigerant into the evaporator [4] in order to defrost the evaporator fins [4], using a defrost sensor (omitted for clarity in the figures) that senses a frost temperature in the evaporator [4]. If a excessive-frost condition arises, then solenoid-operated control valve [40] is opened, and hot refrigerant is ported directly into the evaporator [4] to defrost the evaporator.
  • the lower water tank [12] is of a detachable design located in a drawer to facilitate easy cleaning and maintenance.
  • the lower water tank [12] also comprises a preliminary filter [13] (which in some embodiments is comprised of activated carbon or zeolite, to remove the smell of condensate water and ammonia).
  • the lower water tank also comprises a particle filter [14], which is used to help protect the one or more water pumps [15].
  • the evaporator [4] surface is coated with non-toxic, anti- corrosion materials that comply with applicable food standards for paint or a PTFE protective layer. This helps avoid the condensation of heavy metals into the water, which improves the safety of drinking water. Moreover, the coating promotes the rapid collection of water.
  • the air intake is equipped with an anti-static, anti-mold air filter [9, 10]. Said air filters are installed in the air filter guide [11], providing convenient access for cleaning or changing-out.
  • the water pump [15] pumps water through the activated carbon filters [16], the reverse-osmosis filter [17], and the zeolite filter [18].
  • the reverse-osmosis membrane filter [17] has an aperture of approximately ⁇ 0.0001 ⁇ in order to filter out bacteria, viruses, and heavy metals, as well as to remove unwanted smells. This filtration helps ensure that the output water, whether be sparking water or non-sparkling water, meets applicable standards for drinkability.
  • Wastewater output port [19] is employed in a backwash of the reverse-osmosis filter [17]. Filtered water, suitable for drinking, reaches the upper tank [24], where it can be chilled.
  • the lower-water tank [12] has a water level sensor [39]. Whenever the water level sensor [39] detects that the tank [12] is substantially full, according to a predefined setpoint, then the evaporator [4] is not chilled by way of manipulation of the one or more solenoid-operated control valves [40], since the addition of more condensate to the tank [12] would risk overfilling the tank [12].
  • each tank water-level sensor [38, 39] can adopt a design that includes a two-line water level sensor with a built-in magnet float, which can detect water level in different locations with a closure of a different reed switch to determine the value of the water level.
  • the cooling loop [25] is used to control the water temperature in the upper water tank [24] to within the range of 2-15 °C, which helps inhibit bacterial growth and reproduction.
  • the upper water tank [24] is equipped with ultra-violet disinfection device [26, 28] to aid in water sterilization, which subjects the water within the upper water tank [24] to ultra-violet light.
  • the ultra-violet sterilization device [26, 28] has an effective sterilization rate of at least 99.99%, using a 254 nm wavelength.
  • the ultra-violet sterilization device [26] is controlled by the single-chip control system to periodically turn on as water within the upper water tank [24] is circulated by pump [27] through the sterilization chamber [28] and delivered back to upper water tank [24] in order to perform sterilization from time to time and to prevent bio-film growth in the tubing/piping.
  • potable water is released through output filter [30] to outlet valve [31] by electrically operated valve [29], after having passed through the sterilization chamber [28].
  • water is able to drain through line [33] from upper water tank [24] into hot water tank [34], which contains an electrical heating element.
  • Hot, potable water is pumped by water pump [35] through an electrically operated valve [36], and through output filter [30] to outlet valve [31] via electrically operated valve [29].
  • another ultra-violet disinfection device is used for the user-selected output water stream (that is, hot or cold, sparking or non-sparkling, water) through outlet valve [31].
  • the upper water tank [24] has water-level sensor [38]. Whenever the water-level sensor [38] detects that the upper water tank [24] is substantially full, according to a predetermined setpoint, then the water pump [15] is not operated, as this would overfill the upper water tank [24].
  • the bank of carbon filters are configured such that they are easily accessible in the device to facilitate replacement.
  • the water-heating tank [34] and supporting one-way valve [36] and water pump [35] are used to provide hot water within a range of 50-95 °C, as controlled by the single-chip controller.
  • the device employs a water- leakage-detection switch, which will shutdown the system if leakage within the device cabinet is detected.
  • a user controls the device's mode of operation by way of a digital display and control system [42], which can employ either a button or touch-screen input device.
  • Said system provides a means for a user to set the operating temperatures for the cooling and heating of the water to be output, as well as defrosting cycles. Additionally, said system provides a means for the end-user to select whether the output water is to be carbonated or not.
  • the display provides notifications to the end-user of when filter replacements are due/recommended, the activation of the sterilization process, the upper and lower limit of the working humidity.
  • Said system can also be programmed to save energy and shutdown key components, such as the compressor [1], when low-humidity and/or low-temperature conditions are detected.
  • the display also provides troubleshooting information in the event of a system failure.
  • the device can be connected to an external potable water source, which is advantageous for times when either the atmospheric conditions are such that there is low temperature and/or low humidity.
  • the external water source can still take advantage of the device's onboard systems for high filtration, sterilization, temperature conditioning, and diffusion with C0 2 gas for the formation of sparkling water.
  • the C0 2 gas is mixed with output water to produce carbonated drinks, through the installation of one or more C0 2 gas cylinders [A12] and a gas-diffusion chamber [Al], which are connected at their tops via a gas line [A6].
  • the C0 2 gas cylinder(s) [A12] is(are) equipped with a one-way valve [A10], having a valve stem [A9], and a pressure-relief valve [Al l].
  • the C0 2 gas enters the gas-diffusion chamber [Al] via a one-way valve [A10] and the trachea [A2].
  • the gas -diffusion chamber [Al] is equipped with an inlet valve [A3] and a pressure -relief valve [A5]. An alarm is set off if the relief-valve [A5] spring pressure setting is set too high. Lever [A7] is urged upwards by spring [A8]. If a user causes lever [A7] to be depressed, then the valve stem [A9] is pushed downward, releasing gas into gas line [A6]. From there, the gas passes through throat [A2] into water contained in the gas- diffusion chamber [Al].
  • release valve [A4] opens (the user will also hear the sound of filling as the gas-diffusion chamber realizes a saturated content of purified water and C0 2 gas), signaling to the user to release lever [A7].
  • a user may unscrew the gas-diffusion chamber [Al], position the chamber under outlet valve [31], may dispense potable water into the gas-diffusion chamber [Al], screw the gas-diffusion chamber [Al] back into place, and then depress lever [A7] until signaled to release lever [A7] by a sound at release valve [A4].
  • a user can get the output purified carbonated water via a separate output valve at the top of the gas-diffusion chamber [Al].
  • a user can cause a solenoid control valve (via control panel [42]) to align the source of the output from valve [31] to be directed from the gas-diffusion chamber [Al].
  • the gas -diffusion chamber [Al] is configured to receive purified water from the machine directly while in a depressurized state without direct user intervention, wherein a solenoid-operated control valve allows purified water to enter the gas-diffusion chamber [Al] until a predetermined level is reached. Said predetermined level can be detected by way of a water-level detector, such as one of a magnetic -float type as described earlier in this specification, or a pressure sensor. The gas-diffusion chamber [Al] is then able to be pressurized to a predetermined amount with C0 2 gas from C0 2 gas cylinder(s) [A12].
  • Said predetermined amount of pressurization which in turn translates to the level of carbonation (saturation) of the water, can be detected and controlled by way of a pressure sensor or a water-level (expansion) detector within the gas-diffusion chamber [Al]. Then, the output of the machine can provide a purified sparkling- water output via throat [A2] and output valve [31].
  • the C0 2 gas cylinder(s) [A12] tightens up on the valve seat, resulting in no leakage.
  • the gas-diffusion chamber [Al] once primed with the purified water-and-C0 2 mixture also tightens up on its seals to prevent leakage.
  • flavorings including but not limited to fruit juices
  • Flavorings may also be added at, or before, the outlet valve [31] for other beverages. Flavorings might include fruit juice, vegetable juice, sugar-based syrups, low-calorie syrups, calorie-free sweeteners, dairy products, and extracts from herbs and spices.
  • the system contains one or more vessels for distilled spirits. These may include liqueurs or other alcoholic beverages.
  • the system may combine the alcohol with water, carbonated soda water, ice, flavorings, coffee drinks, and/or other alcohols to provide a cocktail or other mixed drink.
  • the mixed drink is prepared according to a pre-programmed recipe. In another embodiment, the mixed drink is prepared according to a recipe program received through the portable electronic device.
  • Figure 6 is a top view of one embodiment of the system 521 showing the docking station 511 for any MP3 player, any IPod and any IPhone.
  • Figure 7 shows a diagram of the front view of one embodiment of the system 521, depicting components, such as the two audio speakers 519, 520, LCD display 512, two doors 513, 515, a C02 gas cylinder 516, a soda water carafe 514, a coffee pot 517, and an ice drawer 518.
  • Figure 8 is a bottom view of one embodiment of the system 521.
  • FIG. 9 is a functional block diagram of one embodiment of the system 521.
  • Evaporator 531 is cold. Blower 532 blows ambient air through the evaporator. Condensate drops into drip pan 533 and is collected in tank 534. If there is a call for water from tank 538, and if the tank 534 is not empty, then pump 535 pumps water through filters 536, 537 to tank 538. Filters may be activated charcoal filters, or may be other types of filters, replaced as needed from time to time. Water from tank 538 is also made available to ice maker 540 which makes ice 542 which is stored in storage bin 541.
  • ice cubes While such ice is often loosely referred to as “ice cubes", it will be appreciated that with most ice makers the ice is actually in the form of crescents.
  • Water from tank 538 is also made available to coffee maker 546, which provides hot water to funnel 547 which holds a coffee filter, omitted for clarity in Fig. 9. Drip coffee is captured in carafe 517.
  • Yet another approach is to provide a more sophisticated coffee maker, such as an
  • espresso/cappuccino maker Such a maker provides a source of steam or superheated water for making the beverage, and steam is also available for frothing of cream or milk for the cappuccino.
  • the system according to the invention offers at least two distinct benefits.
  • One benefit is that the user, who will be drinking the beverage, will likely find it desirable that the water employed to make the beverage is essentially distilled water, and thus is free of many potential contaminants that might be found in water from other sources.
  • a distinct benefit is that the boiler chamber used for generating steam will "lime up” as minerals accumulate. The accumulation of minerals (such as calcium or magnesium salts) can render the boiler unusable. With the present invention, however, the water will contain virtually no calcium or magnesium salts and thus the boiler chamber will not "lime up” nearly so quickly.
  • a compressor omitted for clarity in Fig. 9, provides compressed refrigerant to evaporator 531, or to a jacket of tank 538, or to ice maker 540, to provide cooling for the evaporator 531, or to cool the water in tank 538, or to provide chilled air for the ice maker 540 and the ice storage bin 518.
  • Controller 549 receives, for example, a call for cooling from a sensor at the evaporator 531, or a call for cooling from a sensor at the cold-water tank 538, or a call for cooling at the ice maker 540.
  • the refrigerant evaporates and provides its cooling benefit, it is compressed in the compressor and is then cooled in a condenser, omitted for clarity in Fig. 9. Water from tank 538 is passed to tank 544 where it is heated (under thermostatic control) and is dispensed at spigot 545.
  • Chilled water is dispensed at spigot 543.
  • Overflow and drain lines likewise omitted for clarity in Fig. 9, provide drain paths for unintended overflow in cold-water tank 538, hot- water tank 544, coffeemaker 546, and ice maker 540.
  • Water may be dispensed from spigot 543 into carafe 514, which may then be set into place in the carbonation location having pipe 553.
  • hand-operated valve 552 is opened, carbon dioxide from tank 516 is released and carbonates the water. In this way the user receives sparking water from the air.
  • Controller 549 receives calls for cooling or heating and calls for water, and generally administers the day-to-day function of the system 521, with a display 521 and a keypad 550.
  • the controller 549 will also desirably keep track of the usage of the filters 536, 537 and will recommend their replacement as appropriate.
  • a connector (docking station) 511 can receive audio signals and amplify the signals for speakers 519, 520.
  • the audio signals are provided by an electronic device connected to the docking station 511.
  • a device may include a MP3 player, an IPod, an IPhone, an audio book player, a smart-phone, a digital radio, and other electronic devices.
  • the user may control the playback process and volume and tone at the keypad 550.
  • the speakers are optimally positioned angled outwards, thereby enhancing the stereo listening experience.
  • the term "speaker” might mean a device containing a single transducer converting electrical energy into air vibrations, or might mean a device containing two or more transducers each converting electrical energy into air vibrations. The latter is typified by a speaker containing a tweeter and a woofer. In a stereo sound reproduction system there will typically be two speakers, each of which contains one or more transducers.
  • the docking station 511 may merely provide an audio path but may also contain a recharging path for recharging the music player, and may also provide control signals to start and stop the player and to select programs, channels, digital audio files, and digital radio stations for play.
  • the docking station 511 and the speakers 519, 520 are higher than the plumbing of the system 521, thereby reducing the risk that water or other liquids will contaminate or damage the docking station 511 or speakers 519, 520.

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L'invention concerne un système permettant d'extraire de l'humidité de l'atmosphère, de purifier extrêmement et de conditionner l'eau extraite, et de fournir des boissons pour les humains. Dans un mode de réalisation, le dispositif recueille la condensation de vapeur d'eau d'air d'admission filtré, puis fait passer le condensat dans une série de filtres de purification et dans un procédé de stérilisation afin de produire de l'eau potable. Le système peut ensuite utiliser l'eau produite pour fournir des boissons gazeuses, des boissons aromatisées, des boissons à base de café ou de la glace. Le système peut aussi jouer de la musique et recharger les appareils électroniques. Le système de l'invention peut comprendre différentes combinaisons des variations.
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