18287647. HOT WATER STORAGE TANK simplified abstract (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation)
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HOT WATER STORAGE TANK
Organization Name
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Inventor(s)
Yuriko Nishimura of Tokyo (JP)
Junichi Nakazono of Tokyo (JP)
HOT WATER STORAGE TANK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18287647 titled 'HOT WATER STORAGE TANK
The patent application describes a hot water storage tank with multiple layers of heat insulating materials covering different parts of the tank body.
- The tank body stores liquid, while a lower heat insulating material covers the lower part of the tank body.
- A middle heat insulating material is connected to the lower heat insulating material, covering a side part of the tank body.
- An upper heat insulating material is connected to the middle heat insulating material, covering the upper part of the tank body.
- The lower end face of the upper heat insulating material and the upper end face of the middle heat insulating material are inclined downward from insides toward outsides.
- The outer diameter of the middle heat insulating material is larger than the outer diameter of the upper heat insulating material, and the outer diameter of the middle heat insulating material is larger than the outer diameter of the lower heat insulating material.
Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in residential and commercial hot water storage tanks to improve energy efficiency. - It can also be applied in industrial settings where hot water storage is required.
Problems Solved: - The innovation addresses the issue of heat loss in hot water storage tanks, improving overall efficiency. - It provides better insulation to maintain the temperature of the stored liquid for longer periods.
Benefits: - Increased energy efficiency in hot water storage tanks. - Reduced heat loss and improved temperature maintenance. - Potential cost savings on energy bills.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized by manufacturers of hot water storage tanks for residential, commercial, and industrial use. - It can also be integrated into existing hot water systems to enhance their performance.
Questions about the technology:
Question 1: How does the design of the heat insulating materials in this hot water storage tank improve energy efficiency? Answer: The layered structure of heat insulating materials helps to minimize heat loss and maintain the temperature of the stored liquid for longer periods, resulting in improved energy efficiency.
Question 2: What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing this technology in hot water storage tanks? Answer: By reducing heat loss and improving temperature maintenance, this technology can lead to lower energy consumption and cost savings on heating bills for users.
Original Abstract Submitted
A hot water storage tank includes a tank body that stores a liquid; a lower heat insulating material covering a lower part of the tank body; a middle heat insulating material connected to the lower heat insulating material, the middle heat insulating material covering a side part of the tank body; and an upper heat insulating material connected to the middle heat insulating material, the upper heat insulating material covering an upper part of the tank body. A lower end face of the upper heat insulating material and an upper end face of the middle heat insulating material are inclined downward from insides toward outsides. An outer diameter of the middle heat insulating material is larger than an outer diameter of the upper heat insulating material and the outer diameter of the middle heat insulating material is larger than an outer diameter of the lower heat insulating material.
