The present application relates generally to systems, devices and methods for moving air that are particularly suitable for creating air temperature de-stratification within a room, building, or other structure.
The rise of warm air and the sinking of cold air can create significant variation in air temperatures between the ceiling and floor of buildings with conventional heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Air temperature stratification is particularly problematic in large spaces with high ceilings such as warehouses, gymnasiums, offices, auditoriums, hangers, commercial buildings, residences with cathedral ceilings, agricultural buildings, and other structures, and can significantly increase heating and air conditioning costs. Structures with both low and high ceiling rooms can often have stagnant or dead air, as well, which can further lead to air temperature stratification problems.
One proposed solution to air temperature stratification is a ceiling fan. Ceiling fans are relatively large rotary fans, with a plurality of blades, mounted near the ceiling. The blades of a ceiling fan have a flat or airfoil shape. The blades have a lift component that pushes air upwards or downwards, depending on the direction of rotation, and a drag component that pushes the air tangentially. The drag component causes tangential or centrifugal flow so that the air being pushed diverges or spreads out. Conventional ceiling fans are generally ineffective as an air de-stratification device in relatively high ceiling rooms because the air pushed by conventional ceiling fans is not maintained in a columnar pattern from the ceiling to the floor, and often disperses or diffuses well above the floor.
Another proposed solution to air temperature stratification is a fan connected to a vertical tube that extends substantially from the ceiling to the floor. The fan can be mounted near the ceiling, near the floor or in between. This type of device can push cooler air up from the floor to the ceiling or warmer air down from the ceiling to the floor. Such devices, when located away from the walls in an open space in a building, interfere with floor space use and are not aesthetically pleasing. When confined to locations only along the walls of an open space, such devices may not effectively circulate air near the center of the open space. Examples of fans connected to vertical tubes are disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 3,827,342 to Hughes, and U.S. Pat. No. 3,973,479 to Whiteley.
A more practical solution is a device, for example, with a rotary fan that minimizes a rotary component of an air flow while maximizing axial air flow quantity and velocity, thereby providing a column of air that flows from a high ceiling to a floor in a columnar pattern with minimal lateral dispersion without a physical transporting tube. Examples of this type of device are described in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/130,909, filed May 30, 2008, and U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/724,799, filed Mar. 16, 2010, each of which is incorporated in its entirety by reference herein.
Fan and light combinations are also known. For example, ceiling fans often have light members positioned below the ceiling fan, used to help illuminate a room. Additionally, can lights, placed individually in ceiling structures of bathrooms, kitchens, and other residential rooms are also known. These can lights can sometimes include a fan member for ventilation purposes. Sometimes the fan member can be used to cool a recessed lighting. Examples can be found in U.S. Pat. No. 7,607,935, or U.S. Pat. No. 6,095,671.
An aspect of at least one of the embodiments disclosed herein includes the realization that light source members (e.g. LED light engines) mounted within the ceiling structure of a room or building are often susceptible to damage from high levels of heat in the surrounding air. The life expectancy of a light source member can be directly proportional to the level of heat within a building, and especially the level of heat adjacent a ceiling. It has been found, for example, that for some light source members, the life of the light source member decreases by 50% for every 10° F. over 77° F. in the area surrounding the light source member.
Therefore, it would be advantageous to not only have an air de-stratification device that is designed to de-stratify the air in a room and reduce pockets of high temperature near the ceiling, but also to have an air de-stratification device that additionally houses a light source member, and through use of heat exchange during the de-stratification process, keeps the light source member as cool as possible.
Thus, in accordance with at least one embodiment described herein, a columnar air moving device can comprise a housing member forming an interior space within the air moving device, the housing member comprising at least one opening for directing a volume of air into the interior space, a rotary fan assembly mounted within the interior space, the rotary fan assembly comprising an impeller and a plurality of blades for directing a volume of air in a downwardly direction, an elongate nozzle communicating with and extending downwardly from the rotary fan assembly, the elongate nozzle comprising at least one structure for directing the volume of air downwardly out of the air moving device in a generally columnar manner, and a light source member positioned at least partially within the nozzle, the light source member configured to direct light out of the air moving device, the light source member positioned within a flow of the volume of air being directed downwardly through the nozzle and out of the air moving device, and at least one vent structure located between the rotary fan assembly and the bottom of the air moving device.
These and other features and advantages of the present embodiments will become more apparent upon reading the following detailed description and with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments, in which:
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The air moving device 10 can include a support member 18. The support member 18 can be used to support the weight of the air moving device 10, and/or to attach the air moving device 10 to another structure. In some embodiments, the support member 18 can comprise a ring-shaped structure 20 (e.g. an eye-bolt). The support member 18 can extend from the upper housing section 14. The support member 18 can be used, for example, to hang the air moving device 10 from a ceiling structure within a building, for example with wire, string, rope, or other device(s). In some embodiments, the housing member 12 can comprise multiple support members 18.
In some embodiments, the support member 18 can comprise a generally arched structure 22. The arched structure 22 can be connected to the housing member 12 with two ratcheting structures 24 on either side of the air housing member 12. The ratcheting structures 24 can enable the arched structure 22 to be moved (e.g. pivoted) relative to the rest of the housing member 12. This can allow the air moving device 10 to be hung, for example, above a first location on the floor of a room or building, and to be angled such that it directs air to a second, different location on the floor of the room or building.
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The nozzle 34 can comprise a structure for directing a volume of air out of the air moving device 10. For example, the nozzle 34 can comprise a structure for directing a volume of air out of the air moving device 10 that has previously entered through the cowling 23, intake grill 26, and rotary fan assembly 28.
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In some embodiments, the nozzle 34 can include sections that are integrally formed together. For example, the first and second sections 36, 38 can be formed integrally together.
In some embodiments, the nozzle 34 can include sections that are releasably connected together. For example, one or more of the first and second sections 36, 38 can be releasably connected to one another. In some embodiments, the second section 38 can be releasably connected to the first section 36. The connection of the first section 36 to the second section 38 can form a joint 42 around the air moving device 10. In some embodiments, a locking device or mechanism can lock one or more sections of the nozzle 34 together. For example, the first section 36 can be locked together with the second section 38 at the joint 42.
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In some embodiments, the air moving device 10 can be a self-contained unit, not connected to any ductwork, tubing, or other structure within a room or building. The air moving device 10 can be a stand-alone de-stratification device, configured to de-stratify air within a given space.
In some embodiments, the air moving device 10 can have an overall height (extending from the top of the housing member 12 to the bottom of the nozzle 34) that ranges from between approximately one foot to four feet, though other ranges are also possible. For example, in some embodiments the air moving device 10 can have an overall height that ranges from approximately two feet to three feet. In some embodiments the housing member 12 can have an overall outside diameter that ranges from approximately 8 inches to 30 inches, though other ranges are also possible. For example, in some embodiments the housing member 12 can have an overall outside diameter that ranges from approximately 12 inches to 24 inches. In some embodiments, the nozzle 34 can have an outside diameter that ranges between approximately 5 inches to 12 inches, though other ranges are possible. For example, in some embodiments the nozzle 34 can have an outside diameter that ranges from between approximately 8 to 10 inches. In embodiments for example where a light source member 46 is included in the nozzle 34, the nozzle 34 can have an outside diameter that ranges from 20 inches to 28 inches, though other diameters are also possible. In some embodiments the air moving device 10 can have a motor with an overall power that ranges between approximately 720 and 760 watts, though other ranges are possible. In some embodiments the air moving device 10 can have a motor with an overall power that is approximately 740 watts (i.e. about 1.0 hp).
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In some embodiments, the light source member 46 can be mounted within a section of the nozzle 34. For example, the light source member 46 can be mounted within the plurality of stator vanes 44. In some embodiments, the stator vanes 44 can include cut-out portions configured to form a cavity or opening for insertion of the light source member 46. The light source member 46 can rest on top the stator vanes 44 within the nozzle 34, without being securely attached to the nozzle 34. In some embodiments, the light source member 46 can be positioned within the nozzle 34 such that stator vanes 44 are located directly above and directly below the light source member 46.
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As described above, light source members 46 can be susceptible to high levels of heat. The life of a light source member 46 can be directly proportional to the level of surrounding heat. Therefore, by placing the light source member 46 within and/or adjacent the flow of air moving through the nozzle 34, the light source member 46 can be cooled. Further, by including a recessed portion 52, the cooling can be increased.
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In some embodiments, the light source member 46 can be configured to direct light in a first direction out of the air moving device 10 and into a room or other structure. In some embodiments, the first direction is a generally downward direction. In some embodiments, the light source member 46 can be configured to direct light out of the air moving device 10 to illuminate a particular target space. Similarly, in some embodiments the air moving device 10 can be configured to direct air in a first direction out of the air moving device 10 and into a room or other structure. The first direction can be a generally downward direction. In some embodiments, the air moving device 10 can be configured to direct air out of the air moving device 10 to de-stratify a particular target space.
In some embodiments, at least a portion of the outer body 48 of the nozzle 34, and/or at least one of the stator vanes 44, can be transparent. The transparency can allow the light from the light source member 46 to not only emanate in a generally longitudinal direction downwardly out of the air moving device, but also radially outwardly. The transparency can facilitate a wider area within which the light from the light source member 46 emanates.
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In some embodiments, the light source member 46 can be relatively large and difficult to cool because of its shape and/or size. The light source member 46 can also block some of the flow of air from moving out of the air moving device 10, thereby creating unwanted back pressure within the air moving device 10. Unwanted back pressure can inhibit the efficiency of the air moving device 10. For example, the unwanted back pressure can slow the de-stratification process.
Therefore, in at least some embodiments, and with reference to
The air moving device 110 can further comprise a rotary fan assembly 114. The rotary fan assembly 114 can be mounted within the outer housing 112. The rotary fan assembly 114 can comprise an impeller 118 and a plurality of blades 120, similar to the impeller 30 and blades 32 described above. The rotary fan assembly 114 can be configured to direct a volume of air that has entered through a top portion 116 of the air moving device 10 downwardly through a nozzle 121 of the air moving device 10. The top portion 116 can comprise a structure for air intake, for example a cowling, grill, etc., such as the structures described above for the air moving device 10. The rotary fan assembly 114 can push, or force, a volume of air downwardly within an interior space 122 of the air moving device 110. The rotary fan assembly 114 can comprise a motor. For example, the impeller 118 itself can house a motor. The motor can cause the impeller and blades to spin. In some embodiments, the motor can be located elsewhere within the air moving device 110, or located at least partially outside the air moving device 110. The rotary fan assembly 114 can comprise at least one electrical component. The rotary fan assembly can be powered via an electrical power source (e.g. via power cord extending into the top of the device).
The air moving device 110 can further comprise a light source member 124 in the nozzle 121 (e.g. at the bottom of the nozzle 121). The light source member 124 can be similar to the light source member 46 described above. The light source member 124 can comprise a housing 126. The housing 126 can include one or more openings 128. The openings 128 can be in the form of slits extending around a top portion of the housing 126. The openings 128 can permit some of the air that has exited the rotary fan assembly 114 and is traveling through the interior space 122 to enter an inside chamber 130 of the light source member 124. In some embodiments, the inside chamber 130 can have the shape of an hour-glass. For example, as illustrated in
With continued reference to
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In some embodiments, a portion or portions of the housing 112 can be transparent, so as to allow light from the light source member 124 to escape out the sides of the device, and to illuminate areas other than areas directly below the air moving device 110.
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Overall, the cooling effect of the chamber 130, and the use of the chamber 130 and openings 128 in the light source member 124, can advantageously reduce the temperature of the light engine 132 so as to avoid overheating. This cooling effect can also reduce the need for additional heat sinks at or near the light engine 132, and can extend the life of a particular light engine, sometimes by thousands of hours. In some embodiments, the light engine 132 can additionally comprise one or more heat sinks. For example, the light engine 132 can comprise a rib or ribs which help to further reduce overheating of the light engine 132.
The de-stratification devices with light source members described above can advantageously be used in all types of structures, including but not limited to residential buildings, as well as large warehouses, hangers, and structures with high ceilings. In contrast, commonly used can light devices that include fans are designed primarily for use in bathrooms, showers, kitchen, and other similar areas. These devices are used for ventilation purposes, or to cool, for example, recessed lighting. These devices often require large amounts of electricity to power both the fan and the light, and are different than the de-stratification device described above.
The air moving device described above advantageously can function both as a means of de-stratification, as well as a means of providing light. Because of the combination of de-stratification and a light source member, the life of the light source member can be improved. This reduces the number of times someone will be required to access the light source member. Because of the high ceilings, accessing the light source member can often be difficult. The access often requires using a riser (e.g. a mechanical lift). This adds extra cost, and requires time that is otherwise saved with a combined de-stratification device and light source member.
In some embodiments, more than one air moving device 10, 110 can be used, in a cascading manner, to direct air flow within a structure. For example, and with reference to
In some embodiments, rather than using a plurality of air moving devices 10, 110 in a ceiling structure 210, the air moving device 10, 110 can be mounted to outside structures, and the columns of air can be used to cool an outside area. For example, a plurality of air moving devices 10, 110 can be arranged in a cascading manner such that the devices 10, 110 work together to help cool people that are standing outside below the air moving devices 10, 110. Sometimes people are required to stand in long lines outdoors during hot times of the year. By arranging a plurality of air moving devices 10, 110 near the long lines, the people in line can be kept cool and comfortable, and at night can be blanketed with light if desired. In embodiments where the air moving device 10, 110 includes a light source member 46, 124 the light source member 46, 124 can also provide additional lighting to an area below.
In some embodiments, the cascading system can be operated so that the air moving devices 10, 110 do not all function at the same time. For example, in some embodiments some of the air moving devices 10, 110 can be shut off. In some embodiments the air moving devices 10, 110 can be turned on one after another, moving along a row of cascading devices 10, 110 as needed, to move the air in a large air space. In some embodiments the cascading system of air devices 10, 110 can be operated wirelessly with a wireless control system.
Although these inventions have been disclosed in the context of certain preferred embodiments and examples, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the present inventions extend beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and/or uses of the inventions and obvious modifications and equivalents thereof. In addition, while several variations of the inventions have been shown and described in detail, other modifications, which are within the scope of these inventions, will be readily apparent to those of skill in the art based upon this disclosure. It is also contemplated that various combinations or sub-combinations of the specific features and aspects of the embodiments can be made and still fall within the scope of the inventions. It should be understood that various features and aspects of the disclosed embodiments can be combined with or substituted for one another in order to form varying modes of the disclosed inventions. Thus, it is intended that the scope of at least some of the present inventions herein disclosed should not be limited by the particular disclosed embodiments described above.
This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/136,541, filed Apr. 22, 2016, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13/517,578, filed Jun. 13, 2012, which claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/497,448, filed Jun. 15, 2011, and to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/521,270, filed Aug. 8, 2011, each of which is incorporated in its entirety by reference herein. This application is related to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/497,422, entitled Columnar Air Moving Devices, Systems and Methods, filed Jun. 15, 2011, and to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/497,446, entitled Columnar Air Moving Devices, Systems and Methods, filed Jun. 15, 2011, each of which is incorporated in its entirety by reference herein. This application is also related to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/130,909, filed May 30, 2008, and to U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/724,799, filed Mar. 16, 2010, each of which is incorporated in its entirety by reference herein.
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