U.S. patent application number 14/555350 was filed with the patent office on 2016-05-26 for cool air loop method.
The applicant listed for this patent is Anthony Martinez. Invention is credited to Anthony Martinez.
Application Number | 20160146481 14/555350 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 56009837 |
Filed Date | 2016-05-26 |
United States Patent
Application |
20160146481 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Martinez; Anthony |
May 26, 2016 |
Cool Air Loop Method
Abstract
A system and method for cooling structures by pulling air
underground through corrugated pipe is disclosed. The system allows
the air to cool down prior to being pulled back into the structure.
The system comprises: a trench located outside the structure; an
elongated pipe resting in the trench, having a first end and a
second end; a first manifold connected to the first end of the
elongated pipe, and a second manifold connected to the second end
of the elongated pipe; a first airtight duct connecting the first
manifold to the structure, and a second airtight duct connecting
the second manifold to the structure; a duct fan coupled to the
second set of ducting such that the duct fan causes air to flow
through the first airtight duct to the first manifold, then to the
elongated pipe, then through the second manifold, then through the
second airtight duct back into the structure, thereby cooling the
structure due to a naturally cooler temperature of the elongated
pipe located in the trench.
Inventors: |
Martinez; Anthony; (Portola,
CA) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Martinez; Anthony |
Portola |
CA |
US |
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Family ID: |
56009837 |
Appl. No.: |
14/555350 |
Filed: |
November 26, 2014 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
62/77 |
Current CPC
Class: |
Y02B 30/54 20130101;
F28F 21/061 20130101; Y02B 10/40 20130101; F24F 5/005 20130101;
F24F 5/0046 20130101; Y02B 30/547 20130101; F28F 1/08 20130101 |
International
Class: |
F24F 5/00 20060101
F24F005/00; F28D 20/00 20060101 F28D020/00 |
Claims
1. A method of installing a system for cooling the interior of a
structure comprising the steps of: a. digging a trench outside of
the structure with a minimum length of 30 feet, a minimum width of
2 feet, and a minimum depth of 5 feet; b. installing a first
plurality of lava rocks into the trench such that the lava rocks
form a first 3 inch deep layer; c. providing: i. an elongated
corrugated heat exchange pipe made of flexible thin plastic having
a first end and a second end; ii. a first tapered manifold and a
second tapered manifold; iii. a first smooth duct and a second
smooth duct, both ducts being made of smooth wall, thick insulated
plastic; iv. 2 inch rigid rodent-resistant insulation; v. a
thermostat; vi. at least one solar panel; vii. a duct fan; d.
connecting the first tapered manifold to the first end of the
corrugated elongated pipe; e. connecting the second tapered
manifold to the second end of the corrugated elongated pipe thereby
forming an assembly; f. placing assembly into the trench; g.
connecting a first end of the first duct to the first manifold; h.
connecting a second end of the second duct to the second manifold;
i. filling the trench with a second plurality of lava rocks forming
a second 3 inch layer on top of the elongated corrugated pipe; j.
installing the 2 inch rigid rodent-resistant insulation into the
trench such that it completely covers the elongated corrugated
pipe; k. connecting a second end of the first duct to the
structure; l. connecting a second end of the second duct to the
structure; m. configuring the duct fan such that it blows air out
of the second duct creating a partial vacuum which pulls air
through the system as follows: i. from the structure to the first
duct; ii. from the first duct into the first tapered manifold; iii.
from the first tapered manifold into the elongated corrugated pipe;
iv. from the elongated corrugated pipe into the second tapered
manifold; v. from the second tapered manifold into the second duct;
vi. from the second duct back into the structure, thereby cooling
the structure due to a naturally cooler temperature of the
elongated pipe located in the trench; n. configuring the solar
panel to power the duct fan and the thermostat; o. configuring the
thermostat to regulate the operation of the duct fan; p.
backfilling the trench with dirt.
Description
REFERENCE TO EARLIER FILED APPLICATION
[0001] The instant application is a Continuation-In-Part
application of U.S. Utility application Ser. No. 13/538,876. The
inventorship is identical to said U.S. Utility application.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention relates generally to cooling systems
and to methods for cooling structures. More particularly, the
present invention relates to a system and method for cooling
structures by pulling air underground through corrugated pipe,
which allows the air to cool down prior to being pulled back into
the structure.
BACKGROUND
[0003] Given the increasing worldwide demand for energy, the need
to conserve energy is manifest. A need exists for an
energy-efficient cooling system that is installed in the ground for
the continuous cooling of air. It will dramatically lower the
worldwide demand for energy by reducing the cost of air
conditioning. Not only will this cooling system lower the global
demand for energy, it will prevent major power outages by lowering
the overall demand for electricity needed to run air conditioners.
One bonus feature of this system is that it will provide cool air
during power outages in structures with extreme high temperatures,
thereby saving human and animal life in areas with extreme high
temperatures.
SUMMARY OF ONE EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION
Advantages of One or More Embodiments of the Present Invention
[0004] The various embodiments of the present invention may, but do
not necessarily, achieve one or more of the following
advantages:
[0005] The ability to cool structures cost-effectively.
[0006] The ability to cool almost any structure, including, but not
limited to, tents, barns, multi-million-dollar homes, temporary
structures, permanent structures, new structures, remodeled
structures, military structures, residential structures, and
commercial structures.
[0007] The ability to cut consumers' costs of air conditioning.
[0008] The ability to prevent major power outages by lowering the
overall demand for electricity needed to run air conditioners.
[0009] These and other advantages may be realized by reference to
the remaining portions of the specification, claims, and
abstract.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ONE EMBODIMENT OF THE PRESENT INVENTION
[0010] In one embodiment, the invention comprises a trench located
outside the structure; an elongated pipe resting in the trench,
having a first end and a second end; a first manifold connected to
the first end of the elongated pipe, and a second manifold
connected to the second end of the elongated pipe; a first airtight
duct connecting the first manifold to the structure, and a second
airtight duct connecting the second manifold to the structure; a
duct fan coupled to the second set of ducting such that the duct
fan causes air to flow through the first airtight duct to the first
manifold, then to the elongated pipe, then through the second
manifold, then through the second airtight duct back into the
structure, thereby cooling the structure due to a naturally cooler
temperature of the elongated pipe located in the trench.
[0011] The above description sets forth, rather broadly, a summary
of one embodiment of the present invention so that the detailed
description that follows may be better understood and contributions
of the present invention to the art may be better appreciated. Some
of the embodiments of the present invention may not include all of
the features or characteristics listed in the above summary. There
are, of course, additional features of the invention that will be
described below and will form the subject matter of claims. In this
respect, before explaining at least one preferred embodiment of the
invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is
not limited in its application to the details of the construction
and to the arrangement of the components set forth in the following
description or as illustrated in the drawings. The invention is
capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out
in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology
and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description
and should not be regarded as limiting.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0012] FIG. 1 is a top view of the Cool Air Loop System, which in
this embodiment includes a solar panel.
[0013] FIG. 2 is a side view of the trench.
[0014] FIG. 3 is a top view of the manifold
[0015] FIG. 4 is a side view of the manifold.
[0016] FIG. 5 is a bottom view of the manifold.
[0017] FIG. 6 is an end view of the corrugated pipe.
[0018] FIG. 7 is a side view of the corrugated pipe.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE PRESENT
INVENTION
[0019] In the following detailed description of the preferred
embodiment, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which
from a part of this application. The drawings show, by way of
illustration, specific embodiments in which the invention may be
practiced. It is to be understood that other embodiments may be
utilized and structural changes may be made without departing from
the scope of the present invention.
[0020] An embodiment of the present invention comprises a system
for cooling the interior of a structure comprising: a trench
located outside the structure; an elongated pipe having a first end
and a second end, wherein the first elongated pipe rests in the
trench; a first manifold connected to the first end of the
elongated pipe, and a second manifold connected to the second end
of the first elongated pipe; a first air duct connecting to the
first manifold; a second airtight duct connecting the second
structure to the second manifold; a duct fan coupled to the second
set of ducting such the duct fan causes air to flow through the
first airtight duct to the first manifold, then to the elongated
pipe, then though the second manifold, then through the second air
duct back into the structure, thereby cooling the structure due to
a naturally cooler temperature of the elongated pipe located in the
trench.
[0021] The first airtight duct may be connected to the structure
thereby allowing air to be recirculated through the system.
Preferrably, the trench is at least 5 feet deep and the elongated
pipe is corrugated
[0022] The system may further include a plurality of lava rocks
covering the elongated pipe ideally located approximately 3 inches
above the elongated pipe and further comprising insulation covering
the lava rock.
[0023] The insulation may optionally be approximately wherein the
insulation is 2 inches thick and resistant to rodents.
[0024] The trench would optimally be backfilled with dirt and be at
least 30 feet long;
[0025] They system may be coupled to a thermostat thereby allowing
temperature to be controlled.
[0026] As well, the system may comprising a solar electricity
system, wherein the duct fan is powered by the solar electricity
system.
[0027] Optionally, the system may include a first rubber coupler
and a second rubber coupler, wherein the first rubber coupler
couples with the first manifold and the second rubber coupler
couples with the second manifold.
[0028] The following is a listing of the reference numbers included
in the original drawings and the element that each reference number
corresponds to and a brief description: [0029] 1. Top view of Cool
Air Loop System. The system allows hotter air inside a structure to
be cooled by the ground as it is pulled underground through
corrugated pipe and cooled, prior to the cooler air being pulled
back inside the structure. [0030] 2. Solar Panel. This is an 18
volt solar panel, 15 inches square, which allows relief on the
power grid during the hottest part of the day. The system also has
a 110 AC and a DC power backup. [0031] 3. Duct Fan. This is a 6
inch duct fan powered either by solar power or by 110 AC. [0032] 4.
Structure. The system has the ability to cool almost any structure,
including, but not limited to, tents, barns, multi-million-dollar
homes, temporary structures, permanent structures, new structures,
remodeled structures, military structures, residential structures,
and commercial structures. [0033] 5. Air Flow. The arrows show the
airflow in the corrugated pipe, which is installed in the main
trench, and in the 6 inch PVC plastic pipes, which are installed in
trenches dug between each manifold end and the structure. [0034]
5B. Trenches from Manifold Ends to Structure. This shows the
trenches that hold the 6 inch PVC plastic pipes, which are dug
between each manifold end and the structure, [0035] 6. Manifold.
This is the manifold, which is shown in more detail in FIGS. 3, 4,
and 5. Two separate manifolds are connected to each end of the
corrugated pipe. [0036] 6B. Air Flow. The arrows show the airflow
through the corrugated pipe. [0037] 7. Corrugated Pipe. This is the
corrugated pipe, which is shown in more detail in FIGS. 6 and 7.
The corrugated pipe is contained in the main trench. [0038] 8.
Thermostat. This is the thermostat, which is used to control the
interior temperature of the structure. [0039] 9. Return Air Duct.
This is the return air duct, which returns hotter air inside the
structure to the cool air loop system to be cooled. [0040] 10. Side
View of Trench. This is a side view of the main trench that
contains the corrugated pipe and the manifolds. [0041] 11. Main
Trench. This is the main trench that contains the corrugated pipe
and the manifolds. This trench should be dug near the structure,
and it should be at least 30 feet in length, 2 feet in width, and 5
feet in depth. [0042] 12. Ground Level. The arrow indicates ground
level. [0043] 13. Dirt. The arrow indicates dirt, which is
carefully backfilled into the trench above the 2 inch rigid,
rodent-proof insulation. [0044] 14. Rigid Insulation. The arrow
indicates the 2 inch rigid, rodent-proof insulation, which is
installed below the dirt and above the 3 inch lava rock. [0045] 15.
Upper Lava Rock. This is the 3 inch lava rock that is installed
above the corrugated pipe and the manifolds. [0046] 15B. Lower Lava
Rock. This the 3 inch lava rock that is first installed in the
empty trench, below the corrugated pipe and the manifolds. [0047]
16. Corrugated Pipe. This is the corrugated pipe that is installed
in the trench above the lower 3 inch lava rock and below the upper
3 inch lava rock. [0048] 17. Top View of Manifold. This is a top
view of the manifold, which is connected to each end of the
corrugated pipe. [0049] 18. Inside Dimension of Manifold. This
shows the inside 6 inch dimension of the manifold, which is
connected to each end of the corrugated pipe. [0050] 19. Length of
Manifold: This shows the 21 inch length of the manifold. [0051] 20.
Inch Height of Manifold. This shows the 12.200 inch height of the
manifold. [0052] 21. Width of Manifold. This shows the 6.350 inch
width of the manifold. [0053] 22. Inside Dimension of Manifold.
This shows the 3.350-inch inside dimension of the manifold. [0054]
25. End View of Corrugated Pipe. This shows an end view of the
corrugated pipe. [0055] 26. Side View of Corrugated Pipe. This
shows a side view of the corrugated pipe. [0056] 27. End Thickness
of Corrugated Pipe. This shows the 3/16 inch end thickness of the
corrugated pipe. [0057] 28. Field Thickness of Corrugated Pipe.
This shows the 1/32 inch field thickness of the corrugated
pipe.
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