Gas and liquid contact apparatus – Fluid distribution – Pumping
Reexamination Certificate
1999-06-04
2001-07-10
Bushey, C. Scott (Department: 1724)
Gas and liquid contact apparatus
Fluid distribution
Pumping
C261S115000, C261S142000, C239S017000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06257560
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
1. Field of the Invention
The present invention relates generally to humidifiers and, more specifically, to a humidifying device wherein water contained within a reservoir is collected and splayed by a diverter extending from the reservoir thereby creating a water dome which returns the water back to the reservoir, the splaying of water through the diverter acts to humidify the surrounding air and remove dust and particles from the surrounding air.
2. Description of the Prior Art
There are other humidifying device designed for adding moisture into the air. For example, U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,637,361; 5,695,119; 5,783,117 and 5,862,984 are illustrative of such devices. While these humidifiers may be suitable for the purposes for which they were designed, they would not be as suitable for the purposes of the present invention, as hereinafter described.
A tabletop fountain includes a water reservoir. A recirculating pump is disposed in the water reservoir. An ascending water pipe is connected to the pump. A sheathing that is advantageously formed of rock or rock-like material, guides and at least partially covers or hides the water pipe. A plant dish is insertable into the water reservoir. A cover has holes formed therein. An upwardly oriented separating strip is disposed on the cover.
This invention relates to a fountain device with water screen circulating and alternating mechanism which is composed of a water supply device, a fountain base, a water screen circulating and alternating mechanism and at least one or more nozzles, wherein the water supply device containing a spurt water stand, a reservoir and a water pump. The fountain base having a water inlet connected to the water pump and a plurality of water holes, which being installed on the water supply device. The water screen circulating and alternating mechanism being composed of a rotary shaft in which having a water diversion hole and an eccentric trumpet water diversion outlet, a drive wheel having a plurality of radial plates and a drive worm connected with the shaft of the drive wheel and engaged with a worm gear installed at the circumference of the rotary diversion shaft, furthermore each nozzle having a plurality of nozzle inlets connected to the water holes of the fountain base, water being led to each nozzle and the radial plates, the drive wheel can be rotated by hydraulic power to drive the rotary diversion shaft, thus the trumpet water diversion outlet can aim at the water holes by turns so that water led to each nozzle can spurt out to form various water screen when the rotary diversion shaft being rotated.
An evaporative humidifier includes a top cover and a water reservoir tank removably mounted on top of a base platform. Several of the components of the humidifier contain a biocide for resisting the growth of bacteria and fungi on all surfaces of the components. The humidifier includes, in one embodiment, a pump assembly for moving water from the base platform to the top of an evaporator panel disposed in an air stream drawn through the humidifier. Alternatively, a paper wick is partially submerged in the pool of water in the base platform for drawing water up into the air stream by capillary action.
An ornamental artificial fountain apparatus according to the invention includes a water basin, in which a peripherally extending annular water pipe with a plurality of nozzles is provided at a decent level. The inclination angles of nozzles are adjustable. Inside the water basin there is installed a guide pole in which a control mechanism is provided to regulate the water stream flowing through the guide pole and its spreading area. A multiple-port joint connects the pump with the annular water pipe and the guide pole by its two side branch pipes. By means of a cock on the multiple-port joint, the water flow entering the annular water pipe and the guide pole can be tuned at will. Moreover, along with ascent and descent of a canopy of the guide pole as well as nozzles of assorted inclination angles, the apparatus can generate varying streams and water curtains.
SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
The present invention relates generally to humidifiers and, more specifically, to a humidifying device wherein water contained within a reservoir is collected and splayed by a diverter extending from the reservoir thereby creating a water dome which returns the water back to the reservoir, the splaying of water through the diverter acts to humidify the surrounding air and remove dust and particles from the surrounding air.
A primary object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser which overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art.
A further object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser which is able to naturally humidify the surrounding air.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser having a pedestal reservoir for maintaining an amount of water therein.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser having a submersible pump positioned within the reservoir for water from the pedestal reservoir to be splayed in the form of a water dome prior to returning to the reservoir.
Still yet another object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser having a bell-like housing for segregating a portion of the reservoir having the submersible pump therein from the remainder of the reservoir.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser having an upper aperture for supporting the diverter.
Still yet another object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser wherein the diverter that communicates with the pump by means of a conduit extending therebetween.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser that is simple and easy to use.
A still further object of the present invention is to provide a fountain humidifier and air cleanser that is economical in cost to manufacture.
Additional objects of the present invention will appear as the description proceeds.
A fountain humidifier and air cleanser for providing moisture to surrounding air is described by the present invention. The fountain humidifier and air cleanser includes a base including a skirt extending therefrom forming a reservoir for retaining a fluid therein and a hollow structure including a recess in a top side thereof and an open base side having an irregularly shaped edge. The hollow structure is removably positioned within the reservoir whereby fluid within the reservoir is able to flow into the structure through spaces present between the base side and reservoir due to the irregularly shaped edge. A pump is positioned within the hollow structure and a diverter is connected to the pump. The diverter extends through the recess in the top side of the hollow structure, wherein the pump pumps fluid within the reservoir against the diverter causing the fluid to form a dome shaped flow through the recess and back into the reservoir. The fluid flowing through the recess and along the side of the diverter is at least partially absorbed by the surrounding air thereby humidifying the surrounding air. The diverter includes a cap portion having a planar underside and a curved columnar shaft extending from the underside of the cap, wherein fluid from the pump is directed along the curved columnar shaft and planar underside to form the dome shaped flow.
The foregoing and other objects and advantages will appear from the description to follow. In the description reference is made to the accompanying drawing, which forms a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments will be described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and th
Bushey C. Scott
Kroll Michael I.
LandOfFree
Fountain humidifier and air cleanser does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this patent.
If you have personal experience with Fountain humidifier and air cleanser, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Fountain humidifier and air cleanser will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFUS-PAI-O-2452264