Apparatus and method for resource distribution.

APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF RESOURCES

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

Present disclosure refers to the distribution of resources. More especially, the present disclosure relates to an apparatus, a system and a method for the distribution of resources.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Reliable access to the resources necessary to sustain life and foster prosperity eludes vast portions of humanity. Even in well-developed areas of the world, natural disasters have shown that such access can be completely eliminated in a short time. In some cases, for example, in military operations, the ability to easily create this access is very important.

According to the Canadian International Development Agency, approximately 1.2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water. The UN reports that a total of 1.6 billion people lack electricity. Again, according to the UN, almost one billion people lack access to the most basic health services and approximately 3 times that number lives on less than two dollars a day. The reports attribute tens of millions of deaths each year only to water-related diseases, totally avoidable. Unfortunately, many of these deaths are from children. Conditions caused by water-related diseases affect even more and often lead to school and work failures. Improving the reliable access to resources for sustaining life and promoting prosperity can improve the well-being of billions of people around the world. In addition, these people would be allowed to contribute trillions of dollars to the global economy every year.

Many means are well known to provide such access, however, these means are clogged appreciably in situations where the infrastructure is either minimal or has been destroyed. Some solutions to these problems require many consumer items such as filters and chemicals that can be expensive and difficult to import into an isolated location. Some require highly skilled operators or constant maintenance by a trained technician. Others only solve, for example, the aspect of water quality or the medical aspect of the problem. Additionally, known solutions do not offer the dependent population a way to encourage economic activity. Also, known solutions are not easily adaptable to the different needs of different areas, populations, or situations. Another problem with existing solutions is that they depend on donated funding and therefore are limited. Many solutions provide free services that can effectively suppress economic growth because a local entrepreneur who wishes to offer such services cannot compete with the free nature of the services.

The ability to provide these necessary resources from a single location without the need for large quantities of consumer items or skilled personnel while at the same time providing an axis for economic activity is therefore highly desirable. In addition, the ability to easily tailor such a location to the needs of any given area, population, or scenario is desirable. Ideally, such a solution should be self-sustaining and economically profitable at local, regional and global levels.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

According to a modality of the present disclosure, a system for the distribution of resources is described. The system includes a housing, at least one power generation source connected to the housing, an energy control and distribution system and at least one water distillation device, where the energy of at least one generation source of energy energizes that at least one water distillation device.

Some modalities of this aspect of the invention may include one or more of the following. Where the system also includes a water distillation system that includes a first product reservoir, at least one source reservoir, a first line of pipe connected to the water distillation device, the first line of pipe feeds a second line of pipe, where the second pipe line is connected to the first product reservoir, where water from at least one source reservoir is distilled by the water distillation device to produce product water, and where the first line of pipe is located higher in elevation than the second line of pipe. Where the second pipe line comprises a valve. Wherein, the system additionally includes:

A second product deposit. Wherein the system also includes a third pipe line connected to the first pipe line and the second product reservoir. Where the third pipe line comprises a valve. Wherein the first product reservoir comprises a water liquid level sensor.

Wherein the first product reservoir comprises a water line connected to a check valve. Wherein the at least one source reservoir comprises at least two liquid level sensors. Where the at least one source of power generation is a Stirling generator. Where the system also includes at least one energy storage device. Where the at least one energy storage device is a battery bank. Where the at least one source of power generation is at least one solar panel. Where the system also includes at least one communications tower. Wherein, the device additionally includes a charging station configured to charge at least one portable power source.

According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a water distillation system is described. The water distillation system includes a first product reservoir, at least one source reservoir, a water distillation device, wherein water from at least one source reservoir is distilled by the water distillation device to produce water product, and a first pipe line connected to the water distillation device, the first pipe line feeds a second pipe line, wherein the second pipe line is connected to the first product reservoir, where the first pipe line is located higher in elevation than the second pipe line.

Some embodiments of this aspect of the invention may include one or more of the following. Where the second pipe line comprises a valve. Wherein the system also includes at least a second product deposit. Wherein the system also includes a third pipe line connected to the first pipe line and the second product reservoir. Where the third pipe line comprises a valve. Wherein the first product reservoir comprises a water liquid level sensor. Wherein the first product reservoir comprises a water line connected to a check valve. Wherein the at least one source reservoir comprises at least two liquid level sensors.

According to a modality of the present disclosure, a system for the distribution of resources is described. The system includes a housing that includes at least one water distillation device, at least one power generation device, at least one source water reservoir, at least one product water reservoir, and at least one energy storage device

Some embodiments of this aspect of the invention may include one or more of the following. Where the at least one power generation device is a Stirling generator. Where the at least one power generation device is a solar power generation device. Where the system for the distribution of resources also includes a refrigerator. Where the refrigerator includes a general section, and a medical refrigeration section, the medical refrigeration section is segregated from the rest of the general section. Where the system also includes at least one oven. Where the oven is heated by residual heat of the power generation element. Where the housing comprises a shipping container. Where the at least one energy storage device is a fuel storage tank. Where the at least one energy storage device is a battery bank. Where the power generation device supplies power to an electrical network. Where the system also at least one communications tower. Where the system also includes a charging station configured to charge at least one portable power source.

According to a modality of the present disclosure, a system for the distribution of resources is described. The system includes a housing that includes a first compartment, the first compartment includes at least one water distillation device, the water distillation device is in fluid communication with a source water reservoir and a product water reservoir, a second compartment, the second compartment includes at least one element that requires fuel that provides electric power to at least one water distillation device, at least one refrigeration apparatus, at least one oven, where the at least one oven is connected to the element that requires fuel, where the residual heat of the element that requires fuel is transferred to at least one oven, and a fuel tank in fluid communication with the element that requires fuel.

Some modalities of this aspect of the description include one or more of the following. Where the at least one element that requires fuel is a Stirling generator. Wherein the system also includes at least one energy storage device. Where the at least one energy storage device is a battery bank. Where the system also includes at least one solar panel. Where the system for the distribution of resources also includes at least one communications tower. Where the system also includes a charging station configured to charge at least one portable power source.

According to a modality of the present disclosure, a system for the distribution of resources is described. The system includes a housing that includes at least one water distillation apparatus, at least one power generation device, at least one source water tank, at least one product water tank, and at least one fuel tank.

According to a modality of the present disclosure there is a kiosk for the distribution of resources. The kiosk can be used in many situations and locations, including, but not limited to, in emergency / relief applications to victims, military applications, and / or as a business micro-business. In some embodiments, the kiosk includes a water purification device. The water purification device is fluidly connected to a source water tank and a product water tank. The kiosk also includes at least one refrigeration apparatus. Some modes of the refrigeration apparatus include at least one compartment. The kiosk also includes at least one heating element. The kiosk also includes an element that requires fuel and a fuel tank connected to the element that requires fuel. The element that requires fuel provides power to at least the water purification device and at least one refrigerator.

According to other modalities of the kiosk, the kiosk includes a water purification device that is a steam compression water distillation device. In some embodiments at least one of the refrigerators includes a medical refrigeration compartment / section. In some embodiments the power generation element is a Stirling engine generator. In some embodiments, the power generating element may also energize one or more other devices. Other devices may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: a TV, speakers that serve as the audio output of the TV, lighting, at least one computer, a cellular communications tower, a station charging for chargeable devices, and a mini-grid. In some modalities, at least the TV screen is protected by a transparent panel that can be, in some modalities, a 1.27 cm thick polycarbonate panel (¹/ z), however, in other embodiments, the thickness of the panel and / or the material from which the panel is formed, may vary. In modalities that include a computer, the computer can be connected to the Internet. In some embodiments, the kiosk may include at least one heating element. In some embodiments, the heating elements may be an oven. In these embodiments, the homo can be heated with the residual heat of the power generating element and can include a means to control the flow of residual heat to the oven. Some modalities also include a teaching area and / or a medical clinic

In some modalities the kiosk includes accommodation. In some modalities, the accommodation is a shipping container. Some housing modalities may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following features / functions / elements: at least one door, waterproof, and ventilation.

According to some modalities, the kiosk may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following: a means to fill the source water reservoir; a means for distributing product water from the product water reservoir; a tap to distribute product water from the product water tank; at least one refrigerator comprising at least one chilled product water tank, and a component with a monetarily operated mechanism.

These and other aspects of the disclosure are not considered exclusive, and other features, aspects and advantages of the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art when read in conjunction with the appended claims and accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

These and other aspects will be more evident from the following detailed description of the various modalities of the present disclosure with reference to the drawings where:

Figure 1 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 2 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 3 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 4 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 5 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 6 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 7 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 8 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 9 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 10 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 11 is a view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 12 is a block diagram of a kiosk for the distribution of resources that includes several modules each of which includes several components according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 13 is a block diagram of a module of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 14 is a view of a water module according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 15 is a view of a water module according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 16 is an exploded view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 17 is a top view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 18 is a front view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 19 is an exploded view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 20 is a front view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 21 is a symmetric view of another modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 22 is a top view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 23 is a cross-sectional view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources taken on line 23-23 of Figure 21 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 24 is a front view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 25 is a symmetric view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 26 is a top view of a modality of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources according to a modality of the present disclosure; Y

Figure 27 is a cross-sectional view of a modular kiosk for the distribution of resources taken on line 27-27 of Figure 26 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 28 is a front view of a kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 29 is a rear view of a resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 30 is a side view of a resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 31 is a detailed view of an indicated portion of Figure 30 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 32 is a cross-sectional view of a resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 32-32 of Figure 30 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 33 is a cross-sectional view of a resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 33-33 of Figure 29 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 34 is a cross-sectional view of a resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken a line 34-34 of Figure 29 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 35 is another cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 33-33 of Figure 29 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 36 is another cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 32-32 of Figure 30 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 37 is another cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 37-37 of Figure 30 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 38 is another cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 33-33 of Figure 29 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 39 is another cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 28 taken on line 34-34 of Figure 29 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 40A is an example block diagram of a water purification system according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 40B is an embodiment of a water purification system according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 40C is an embodiment of a water purification system in an example kiosk for the distribution of resources according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 40D is a cross section of an embodiment of a product water reservoir;

Figure 40E is an embodiment of a water purification system;

Figure 41 is a block diagram of an embodiment of an energy system.

Figures 42A to 42C is an embodiment of an electrical system for a kiosk for resource distribution

Figure 43 is an embodiment of a modular energy conversion system;

Figure 44 is a diagram of an energy resource priority scheme according to a mode of the present disclosure;

Figure 45 is a diagram of an electrical circuit priority scheme according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Figure 46 is a topology of a portion of a modular energy conversion system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; Y

Figure 47 is a topology of a portion of a modular energy conversion system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Figure 48 is a topology of a portion of a modular energy conversion system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Similar reference symbols in the various drawings indicate similar elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Referring now to Figure 1, an example embodiment of an apparatus for the distribution of resources 10 is depicted. The term kiosk can be used throughout the document to refer to one or more modalities of the apparatus and the system. The resource distribution kiosk 10 can be used to provide a large range of resources, services, etc. to a surrounding population. Additionally, the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may include several elements, components, resources, etc., shared, very close to each other. In some modalities, the elements, the components, the resources, etc. Within the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 they can support each other and work in a symbiotic relationship with each other. This may allow for greater functionality, capabilities, uses, and improved overall efficiency of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

The example kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 in Figure 1 includes a housing 12. In the embodiments illustrated in, for example, Figures 1 to 3, the housing 12 is shown as a shipping container. However, in several other embodiments, the housing 12 cannot be a shipping container and therefore may include proportions that are different from those shown herein. In addition, in several embodiments where the kiosk 10 housing 12 is a shipping container, the shipping container can be a shipping container of any size. In some modalities, including, for example, the modalities shown in Figures 1 to 3, the container may be a 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (2O'x8'x8) steel shipping container^z) weighing approximately 1,816 kg (4000 Ibs). In alternative embodiments, any other variety of shipping containers can be used, for example, a shipping container of 3 mx 2.4 mx 2.4 m (10x8x8). In some embodiments, the housing 12 may be any number of shipping containers of any size or convenient size. Referring now also to Figures 6 to 10, as shown, housing 12 may also include any other convenient structure such as, but not limited to, a vehicle, construction, gallery, pavilion, belvedere, or the like. In some embodiments, the housing 12 may be water tight, or water tight for shipping, bad weather, or any other occasion where a water tight housing 12 may be desirable. In several embodiments, a foundation or foundations (not shown) may be provided for the housing 12 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The foundation or foundations may, for example, be concrete.

In several embodiments, the housing may include insulation 13. The insulation 13 may be added for temperature moderation purposes. In some embodiments, insulation 13 may be arranged around all interior surfaces of housing 12 including doors 16 (described in greater detail below). In some embodiments, the insulation 13 may be approximately 8.8 cm (3.5 inches) thick of closed cell spray foam with an insulation factor of R-21. Other modalities may use other types of insulation that may have different R factors. In some embodiments, insulation 13 may also exist in any desirable thickness. In some embodiments, the insulation 13 may be foam board insulation. In some embodiments, insulation 13 may be made of recycled materials. In several embodiments, the insulation 13 may have one or more other desirable qualities, which include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: sound reducing qualities. In some embodiments where noise levels may be a consideration, the housing 12 can also be adjusted with sound insulation (not shown).

In some embodiments, the interior of the housing 12 may include a wall material 15. In embodiments where the housing 12 includes insulation 13, the wall material 15 may cover the insulation 13. The wall material 15 may be any convenient wall material 15, such as, but not limited to, cementless wall, cement board, mosaic, metal, plastic or plywood. Plywood or plastic may be desirable for several reasons, including, but not limited to, the use of plywood or plastic as a wall material 15 allows for easy customization and modification of the interior of the housing 12. In modalities that use Plywood, plywood can be finished with, for example, polyurethane to provide protection against mold and rot. The wall material 15 can also be used for the roof of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some specific embodiments, steel framing elements (not shown) can be included to provide a fixing point for the wall material 15 and to help support a kiosk roof for the distribution of resources 10.

The housing 12 may also include floor covering 17 covering the floor portion of the interior of the housing 12. The floor covering 17 may be made of any of a variety of materials including, but not limited to boards or planks of wood, metal , mosaic, ceramic, carpet, laminate, vinyl, plywood, plastic, metal, etc. In an exemplary embodiment of the housing 12, the floor covering 17 can be made of plywood panels approximately 2.54 cm (1) thick. In such embodiments, the floor covering 17 can be finished with a transparent polyurethane or transparent epoxy finish. In some embodiments, one or more different types of floor covering 17 can be used within the housing 12.

The housing 12 may also include one or more, or a plurality of doors 16. The one or more doors 16 may be located anywhere in the housing 12. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the one or more doors 16 are generally located in the center of the long sides of the housing 12, and additionally each of the ends of the housing 12 includes doors 16. Some embodiments may only include doors 16 at one end of the housing 12. In various embodiments, doors 16 can take any of a variety of forms.

In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, three of the doors 16 are barn-style doors 16a. The barn-style doors 16a may be located at both ends of the housing 12 and on one of the long sides of the housing 12. Some embodiments of the barn-style doors 16a include a right panel 18a and a left panel 18b (the directions given refer to orientations represented in the figure under discussion). The panels 18a and 18b are pivotally coupled to their respective right and left vertical openings of the door frame 20. The barn-style doors 16a can be swung from a closed position to an open position. In the closed position (not shown) the right panels 18a and left 18b of the barn-style door 16a are turned completely towards the vertical center line of the plane of the door frame 20. In this position, the barn-style doors 16a cover the opening inside the housing 12 and prevent an individual from getting inside the housing 12. In the open position (not shown) the right panels 18a and left 18b of the Barn style door 16a can be rotated substantially 180 ° full from its closed position. In this position, panels 18a and 18b do not obstruct the entrance to housing 12. As shown in Figure 1 the panels 18a and 18b of the barn-style doors 16a can also be rotated to a location somewhere between the fully open and fully closed position.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the barn-style doors 16a may additionally include a latch / lock mechanism 22. In some embodiments the latch / lock 22 may be a deadlock or deadlock. Some embodiments may include any of a variety of other types of latch / lock mechanisms 22, such as, but not limited to, combination locks, pin / wafer / disc locks, lever lock, tubular locks, etc. In several embodiments, the latch / lock 22 can also be any of several electronic locks or smart locks such as a key card lock, numeric keypad lock, RFID lock, etc. The latch / lock 22 can also be programmed so that it will only open during the office hours of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, doors 16 may include a combination of two or more different latch / lock mechanisms 22.

As in the embodiment shown in Figure 1, the housing 12 may also have at least one door of a sheet, generally conventional, 16b. As shown in Figure 1, the door of a leaf 16b can be arranged on the long, rear side of the housing 12. The door of a leaf 16b can be pivotally coupled to the housing 12 on either its right or left. However, in several embodiments, at least one door of a leaf 16b can be located anywhere in the housing 12. The door of a leaf 16b can rotate between an open and a closed position. In the closed position (not shown) the door of a leaf 16b completely obstructs the entrance opening and prevents entry into the housing 12. In the fully open position, the door of a leaf 16b is rotated substantially 180 ° from the position closed. In the open position, in some embodiments, the door of a leaf 16b generally rests against the outer side of the housing 12 and unhindered entry into the interior of the housing 12 is allowed.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the door of a leaf 16b may additionally include one or more latch or lock mechanisms 22. In an exemplary embodiment the latch / lock 22 may be a deadlock or deadlock. Other embodiments may use any of one or more of a variety of other types of latch / lock mechanisms 22, such as, but not limited to, combination locks, pin / wafer / disc locks, lever lock, tubular locks , etc. In several embodiments, the latch / lock 22 can also be any of several electronic locks or smart locks such as a key card lock, numeric keypad lock, RFID lock, etc. In some embodiments, the latch / lock 22 can also be programmed so that it will only open during the office hours of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, doors 16 may include a combination of two or more different latch / lock mechanisms 22.

In the exemplary embodiment, the doors 16 are made of steel, however, in several other embodiments, the doors 16 can be made of different materials. Additionally, in some embodiments, each door 16 except one can be closed from the inside. This may be desirable for many reasons, including, but not limited to, the security of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. However, in several other embodiments, more than one door 16 can be closed / opened from the outside.

Referring still to figures 1 to 5 in some embodiments, there may be additional doors 16. Some modes may be deprived of some of the doors 16 described above. In addition, alternative embodiments may have a larger number of barn-style doors 16a or a larger number of single-leaf type doors 16b. Some modalities may only include barn-style doors 16a while other modalities may include only one-leaf type doors 16b. The modalities may also use doors 16 of any number of varieties including those that cannot be described herein. For example, some modalities may include, but are not limited to one or more of the following, double folding doors, rolling doors; garage doors, sliding doors, etc. In some embodiments, one or more of the doors 16 may be doors hanging from the upper part that may have the ability to be tilted upwards on the roof of the housing 12. In some embodiments, the vertical side panels of the housing 12 may be removably coupled to the housing 12 so that the panels can be removed to provide access to the interior of the housing 12. In some embodiments the vertical panels of the housing 12 can be rotatably coupled to the housing 12 so that they can be rotated to expose the interior of the housing 12.

In some embodiments, the housing 12 may be provided with one or more awnings 19 (some embodiments, for example, illustrated in Figure 9). The awning 19 can be permanently or removably coupled to the housing 12. In some embodiments, the awning 19 can also be of the retractable, roll-up, roll, automatic deployment, etc. type. In some embodiments, the awning 19 can be operated manually, while in other embodiments, the awning 19 can be electrically energized. The awning 19 can be made of any of an assortment of different materials, including, but not limited to, fabric (cloth, canvas, etc.), aluminum, rolled metal, fiberglass, polycarbonate, etc. Additionally, in several embodiments, at least one door 16 can be pivotally coupled to the housing 12, so that it can be rotated and locked in a position where it functions as the awning 19. In some embodiments, the awning 19 can provide protection against the Sun and rain In several embodiments, the awning 19 can be certified to meet the wind and snow load requirements for a targeted area. In some embodiments, the awning 19 may be a separate auxiliary structure positioned near the housing 12.

In some embodiments, housing 12 may include one or more ventilation mechanisms / devices / systems. Several modes of ventilation are described herein. In several embodiments, one or more types of ventilation systems described herein may be included. In several embodiments, additional systems not described herein may be included. As shown in Figure 1, in some embodiments, ventilation may be provided by a cross breeze created when the door of a blade 16b and the barn-type door 16a opposite the door of a sheet 16b are opened. In some embodiments, light colored paint or heat reflector can be used to help reduce the heat load of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

Still referring to Figures 1 to 5, the doors 16 may comprise one or more, or a plurality of openings 24. The openings 24 may also be positioned elsewhere along the sides of the housing 12. One or more openings 24 may also be arranged in the inner ceiling / outer ceiling of the housing 12. In some embodiments, the openings 24 may be cut in the housing 12 using, for example, a plasma cutter. In some embodiments, the openings 24 may be formed as a part of the housing 12 during the manufacture or construction of the housing 12. The openings 24 contribute to the ventilation of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the openings 24 may providing passive air circulation or in some embodiments, at least one opening 24 may include, for example, a fan to facilitate ventilation of the housing 12.

In some embodiments, the openings 24 may comprise several slats 25 that are arranged within a polygonal orifice 26. In some embodiments, the polygonal orifice 26 may not be polygonal, but rather round. In the exemplary embodiment shown, the openings 24 are personalized so that the orientation of the slats 25 can be adjusted by a user. This allows the user to control the ventilation of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The openings 24 may also include a basket (not shown). The basket can be of any of a variety of materials, for example silicone. In other embodiments, the basket can be made of different materials. The openings 24 can also be snow / water proof.

In several embodiments, the openings 24 may include an outer screen, inner screen, or both (none shown). The outer screen and the inner screen can be mesh screens. In some embodiments, the outer screen may comprise a larger mesh with respect to the inner screen. In such embodiments, the outer screen can serve as a safety precaution while the inner screen can prevent bugs and debris from entering the housing 12. Additionally, the openings 24 may include a plug (not shown). The plug can be removably coupled to an opening 24 so that the polygonal hole 26 is covered. The cap may be desirable for many reasons, including, but not limited to, an increase in the security of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, plug the openings 24 during shipping or inclement weather, make the housing 12 water-tight, etc. . The plug can be made of any number of materials, including, but not limited to, metal, wood, polycarbonate, plastic, etc.

The interior of the housing 12 of the resource distribution kiosk 10 can be divided into several different segments or compartments. In some embodiments, the housing 12 may be a single open space and may not include divided / sectioned areas. Still referring to Figures 1 to 5, these Figures represent one of many possible ways that this can be done in modalities where the housing 12 is a shipping container. The configuration shown in Figures 1 to 5 are non-limiting examples. The number, type, size, shape, location, use, etc. of the segments, compartments, or elements of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may vary in several modalities. Likewise, in modalities where the housing 12 is not a shipping container, the elements included within the various modalities of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can be established and / or configured in any number of arrangements.

As shown in Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, one side of the housing 12 may be cordoned off in a storage area 100. The storage area 100 may be sectioned by a dividing wall 101 that runs in a plane substantially perpendicular to the long sides of the housing 12. In other embodiments, the partition wall 101 can be bent, curved, etc. to better adapt to the storage needs of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The partition wall 101 may be made of several different materials, including, but not limited to plywood, etc. The storage area 100 can be used to store any number of items. Additionally, in some embodiments it is possible that there are a plurality of storage areas 100. The storage area 100 in Figures 1 to 5 is used to store fuel for an element that requires fuel 102, which, in some embodiments, can be a Stirling engine power generator, for example, any or more of the modes of Stirling engines described in U.S. Patent Application No. Serle 12 / 829,320, filed July 1, 2010 and entitled Stirling Cycle Machine, now U.S. Patent Publication No. US-2011-0011078-A1, published on January 20, 2011 (Lawyer Case No. 178), which is hereby integrated herein by reference in its entirety. Other modalities may include other elements that require fuel 102 or multiple elements that require fuel 102.

In some embodiments, the fuel can be propane. In other embodiments, the fuel may be a different fuel, such as but not limited to, diesel, kerosene, biological fuel, other natural gases, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, the fuel is stored in a fuel storage tank 104, specifically a 2.4 mx 1.5m (8'x5 ') tank, of 1,042 I (275 gallons) of fuel storage 104. In alternative embodiments, the fuel storage tank 104 may have different dimensions and capacities. Additionally, there may be a plurality of fuel storage tanks 104. In embodiments where there is a plurality of fuel storage tanks 104, some of the fuel storage tanks 104 may contain a fuel, while other fuel storage tanks 104 may contain other different types of fuel. The fuel storage tanks 104 may have an opening 106 to allow refilling of the fuel storage tanks 104. The opening 106 may be accessible from outside the housing 12. In other embodiments, opening 106 can only be accessed from inside the housing 12. This may be desirable for many reasons, including, but not limited to, security issues. which can prevent tampering with and / or siphoning of fuel storage tanks 104. In embodiments with a Stirling engine power generator, the fuel may be contaminated (for example by adding water) so that it is unused for use in an internal combustion engine. This can also help prevent tampering with and / or theft of fuel storage tanks

104. In some embodiments, at least one fuel storage tank 104 may be disposed outside the housing 12. This may be desired especially if the fuel storage tank 104 stores propane.

In several embodiments, the fuel storage tanks 104 additionally include a connector to the element that requires fuel 102. In embodiments where there is a plurality of fuel storage tanks 104 the connector can be easily changed so that the element that requires fuel 102 it can be interchangeably connected to any of the plurality of fuel storage tanks 104. In some embodiments, for example, in modes where the fuel-requiring element 102 is a Stirling engine power generator, the fuel-requiring element 102 may be operated with any of a variety of fuels.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the storage area 100 can also be used for any of several other purposes. For a non-limiting example, the storage area 100 may be used for other storage purposes. In some embodiments, the storage area 100 may be used to store materials for a library such as books or other media. The storage area 100 can also function as the mail room in modalities where at least one of the functions of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is to be a post office. In some embodiments, storage area 100 may provide a secure storage location for the surrounding population. For example, storage area 100 may include safety deposit boxes (not shown). In some embodiments, the storage area 100 may be for example the bank chamber. In still other modalities of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, the storage area 100 may be the cell owned by a jail or registered storage for a municipal office. The storage area 100 can be used to store consumer items, consumer goods, or commercial products for a business or humanitarian application. The storage area 100 can be used to store weapons or other military hardware in military applications.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, the housing 12 may include a second section of the interior. A second section of the interior of the housing 12 may be a middle compartment 120. The middle compartment 120 may be defined by the partition wall 101 of the storage area 100 and a second partition wall 121. The second partition wall 121 can run substantially parallel to the first partition wall 101 as it does in the embodiment illustrated in Figure 2. Additionally, the second partition wall 121 may be displaced from the first partition wall 101 by a distance in one direction substantially perpendicular to the plane of the first dividing wall 101. Similar to the first dividing wall 101, the second dividing wall 121 can be curved, bent, etc. to better accommodate the needs of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The first partition wall 101 and the second partition wall 121 may be formed of several different materials, including, but not limited to plywood, etc.

In some embodiments, the middle compartment 120 may be arranged as the distribution section of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In modalities where the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is thus arranged, the middle compartment 120 may be manned by one or more individuals In modalities where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is used as a business micro-business, the average compartment 120 may be manned by one or more employers or their employees. In other embodiments where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is used in emergency relief applications, the middle compartment 120 may be occupied by one or more support workers or the like. In several embodiments where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is used in a military application, the middle compartment 120 may be manned by one or more service members. In still other embodiments, the middle compartment 120 may not be manned, automated, etc.

The middle compartment 120 may include one or more components. In the non-limiting mode shown in Figures 1 to 5, the middle compartment 120 includes at least one water distillation device 122. The water distillation devices 122 may be a water vapor distillation apparatus which may, in some modalities, be similar to that described in US Patent Application No. Series 13 / 952,263, filed on July 26, 2013 and titled Water Vapor Distillation Apparatus, Method and System, or in US Patent No. 8,505,323, issued on August 13, 20113, and entitled Water Vapor Distillation Apparatus, Method and System, or US Patent No. 7,597,784, issued on October 6, 2009, and entitled Pressurized Vapor Cyde Liquid Distillation (Lawyer Case No. D91 ), or US Patent No. 8,006,511, issued on August 30, 2011, and entitled Water Vapor Distillation Apparatus, Method and System (Lawyer Case No. F71), each of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. In various embodiments, other water distillation devices 122 may be used. In some embodiments, other varieties of water devices including distillation and / or purification devices may be used in conjunction with or instead of a water distillation device 122. Some modalities may not include a water device or distillation device. water 122.

In the embodiments shown, the water distillation device 122 is fed by a source water reservoir 124. The source water reservoir 124 can be a rigid structure such as a tank or drum. The source water reservoir 124 may also be a bulge in the floor, in the wall, or in the roof of the housing 12 or in any of the first partition wall 101 or the second partition wall 121. The source water reservoir 124 can also be arranged under the floor or on the roof of the housing 12. In an exemplary embodiment, the source water reservoir 124 is a deformable structure, specifically a 1,137 I (300 gallon) vesicle. However, the size of the gallbladder can vary in several modalities. In the exemplary embodiment, the source water reservoir 124 may be disposed on the floor of the middle compartment 120 adjacent to the first partition wall 101. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may be located in both of the storage area 100 and the middle compartment 120. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may be disposed near the floor of the storage area 100 and a portion of the middle compartment 120. In several other embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may be located elsewhere within the housing 12. In some embodiments the source water reservoir 124 may be located on the roof of the housing 12. In other embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may be located external to the housing 12. Furthermore, alternative modalities may have a plurality of source water reservoirs. 124. In embodiments where there is a plurality of source water reservoirs 124, it is possible that there is at least one source water reservoir 124 inside the housing 12 and at least one source water reservoir 124 outside the housing 12. In other modalities all source water reservoirs 124 may be located either inside the housing 12 or outside the housing 12. In addition, in modalities with multiple source water reservoirs 124, source water reservoirs 124 can be of a variety of types (tank, vesicle, etc.) or they can all be of the same type.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the at least one source water reservoir 124 may be enclosed by a cover 126. The cover 126 protects the reservoir from damage and also creates a platform or shelf on which other components of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The cover 126 may be made of any of a variety of materials including steel, other metals, plastic, wood, or preferably plywood. In some embodiments, the cover 126 may include insulation to mitigate the potential for freezing of the source water reservoir 124. Additionally, in some embodiments, a mechanism may be provided to treat water in the source water reservoir 124 with an additive, such as an antifreeze, to prevent freezing. In some embodiments, the mechanism may be an automatic mechanism and in some embodiments, the mechanism may include an access area to the source water to manually add the additive. In some embodiments, the water in the source water reservoir 124 can be prevented from freezing by means of a heat source that can, for example, be an electric heater.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the at least one source water reservoir 124 also includes a mechanism for filling the source water reservoir 124. The source water reservoir 124 can be coupled to a source water conduit 128 which facilitates the external filling of the at least one source water reservoir 124. The source water conduit 128 may be in fluid communication with a source water pump 130. In some embodiments, the source water pump 130 may be deployed in / on a body of water 129 (see Figure 7), including, but not limited to, a pond, a lake, a river, a stream, a puddle, well, the ocean, etc. When the source water pump 130 is operating, the source water pump 130 pumps water through the source water conduit 128 and into the source water reservoir 124. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may include an overfill snorkel (not shown) that prevents overfilling or bursting of the source water reservoir 124. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may include an opening that vents air out of the source water reservoir 124. In some embodiments, the opening can be connected to a line that can extend upwards approximately 1.8 m (six feet) (or in other modes, less than or more than 1.8 m (6 feet)) from the source water reservoir 124 .

The source 130 water pump may be a submersion pump in some embodiments. In embodiments where the source water pump 130 is a submersion pump, the source water pump 130 can be adjusted with a flotation material that keeps the source water pump 130 suspended in the middle of the water column. Additionally, the source water pump 130 may include an anchor that is capable of maintaining the source water pump 130 in a desired location in / on a water body 129. In several embodiments, the source water pump 130 may include a line which is heavy to weigh the line at the bottom of the body of water 129.

Some modalities of the resource distribution kiosk 10 may not include the source water pump 130. In such modalities, the source water reservoir 124 may be manually filled by hand. In other embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 can be filled by siphoning water from a body of water 129 to the source water reservoir 124 through a hose (not shown) or another fluid path. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 is arranged so that the source water reservoir 124 can optionally be filled by a source water pump 130 or by an alternative means, such as, but not limited to, those described above. .

The source water reservoir 124 may include a liquid level sensor (not shown). The liquid level sensor can be any of several different liquid level sensors. In some embodiments, the liquid level sensor may be external to the source water reservoir 124. In several embodiments, the liquid level sensor may be comprised of an armature coupled to a limit switch that is disconnected as the water level in the source water reservoir 124 rises to a predefined level. In some embodiments, the limit switch, when disconnected, sends signals to the system to turn off / cut off the power to the source 130 water pump. In other embodiments, the liquid level sensor may be an acoustic sensor, laser range finder, etc. In some embodiments, the liquid level sensor may include an inclined sensor arranged in a float that changes its orientation as the water level in the source water tank 124 changes.

The source water liquid level sensor may be in communication with the source water pump 130 so that the source water pump 130 will only pump when the source water reservoir 124 is not full. In some embodiments, the liquid level sensor may be in communication with a display 135 that provides a visual signal when the source water reservoir 124 is full. As discussed above, in some embodiments, the liquid level sensor 134 disconnects a switch that turns off the source water pump 130.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the source water reservoir 124 may additionally include a source-to-tank conduit 142 that couples the source water reservoir 124 in fluid communication with the outlet of the water distillation device 122. The source-to-tank intake conduit 142 may be arranged to operate under the floor covering 17 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In an exemplary embodiment, the source-to-tank intake conduit 142 may be disposed near an out-of-the-way and exposed path. This minimizes the possibility that the source-to-tank conduit 142 is damaged and maximizes the utility of the source-to-tank conduit 142. Having the source-to-tank conduit 142 exposed and clearly visible helps ensure that the source-to-tank conduit 142 will not be drilled / nailed during user customization of the housing 12. The intake conduit source-to-tank 142 may also include a pressurization or measurement pump between source 124 water tank and water distillation device 122.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, the middle compartment 120 of the resource distribution kiosk 10 also includes at least one product water reservoir 144. The product water reservoir 144 in the example mode stores the distilled product, without contaminants, potable, of the water distillation device 122. The product water tank 144 can be a rigid structure. The product water tank 144 can also be a bulge in the floor, in the wall, or in the roof of the housing 12 or in any of the first partition wall 101 or the second partition wall 121. In several embodiments, the water tank Product 144 may be a deformadle structure, such as a vesicle. In the exemplary mode, the product water tank 144 is a rigid tank that is capable of storing 947.5 I (250 gallons) of clean product water. In several other embodiments, the product water reservoir 144 may be larger or smaller than 947.5 I (250 gallons). In some modalities it is possible that there is one or more product water tanks 144.

The product water tank 144 may additionally include a product tank-to-tank conduit 145 that couples the water distillation device 122 in fluid communication with the product water tank 144. The tank-to-tank conduit of product 145 allows the distilled product water to travel from the water distillation device 122 to the product 144 water tank. In several embodiments, the product tank-to-deposit conduit 145 may be arranged so that it operates under the floor covering 17 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In an exemplary embodiment, the product tank-reservoir conduit 145 is arranged near a path out of the way and exposed. This minimizes the possibility that the tank-to-deposit duct of product 145 is damaged and maximizes the utility of the tank-to-reservoir duct of product 145. Having the tank-to-reservoir duct of product 145 exposed and clearly visible it can be beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, contributing to ensuring that the tank-to-deposit duct of product 145 is not drilled / nailed during user customization of the housing 12.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the product water reservoir 144 may be disposed above the source water reservoir box 126. It may be desirable to raise the product water reservoir 144 for several reasons, including but not limited to, facilitating the distribution of product water by a force feeding of gravity.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the product water can be distributed from the product water reservoir 144 through one or more product water spindles fed by gravity 146. Some embodiments may feed the water to the one or more spigots. of product water 146 through a pump that can help measure the product water. The product water tap 146 may be accessible from outside the housing 12 in some embodiments. In other embodiments, the product water tap 146 can only be accessed from inside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In modalities where the product water tap 146 is accessible from outside the housing 12, the product water tap 146 may be embedded in housing 12. In other embodiments where the product water tap 146 is accessible from outside the housing 12 the product water tap 146 may be removable or otherwise rendered inoperative. This can be advantageous for many reasons, including, but not limited to, one or more of the following: the ability to withdraw the product water tap 146 during the dispatch of the resource distribution kiosk 10, the ability to withdraw or disassemble the product water tap 146 when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business, and the ability to remove the product water tap 146 during cleaning, service, or maintenance.

The product water tank 144, the product water tap 146 and the conduit connecting the product water tank 144 and the product water tap 146 (if any) can be periodically disinfected. This can be done to ensure that the product water remains safe with the supply. Any convenient, known or obvious method of sanitation can be used. Also, periodically the quality of the product water to be supplied outside the water tap product 146 can be tested by any convenient, known or obvious method.

The product water reservoir 144 may also include a product liquid level sensor (not shown). The product water liquid level sensor can be any of several different product water liquid level sensors. In some embodiments, the product water liquid level sensor may be external to the product water tank 144. In several embodiments, the product water liquid level sensor may include an armature coupled to a limit switch that is disconnected as the water level in the product water reservoir 144 rises to a predefined level. In other embodiments, the product water liquid level sensor may be an acoustic sensor, laser range finder, etc. In some embodiments, the product water liquid level sensor may include a tilt sensor arranged in a float that changes its orientation as the water level in the product water reservoir changes 144. In some embodiments, the sensor of Product water liquid level can be a float level sensor.

Some modalities may include an overflow tank of product water (not shown). In some embodiments, the product water overflow reservoir may be a separate reservoir that is not attached to the product water reservoir 144. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may double as the water overflow reservoir. product. The product water overflow tank may be desirable if the product liquid level sensor fails.

In modalities where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is being used as a business business, entrepreneurs or their employees can use the product water level sensor data to determine sales. Among other uses, this data may be useful in determining when and how long to operate the water distillation device 122. It can also be useful to determine how many units of product a customer has purchased and the corresponding amount to be charged to a customer. In some embodiments, the data of, for example, the product water liquid level sensor can be used from a remote location to assist in maintenance planning for the water distillation device 122 or other water device.

In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a purge conduit (not shown). One end of the purge duct can be coupled to the purge outlet in the water distillation device 122. The other end of the purge duct can be run back to the water body 129. In other embodiments, the purge duct can be attached to a purge tank (not shown). The purge conduit can also include an arrangement of type of buried hose through which the purge is emitted underground. In other embodiments, the purge can be handled in any number of other ways that would be apparent to one skilled in the art.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, the middle compartment 120 of the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include at least one refrigerator 160 or other refrigeration apparatus. In an exemplary embodiment, the refrigeration apparatus is a refrigerator 160 with a capacity of 0.42 m³ (15 cubic feet) Other modes may include larger or smaller refrigerators 160. Refrigerator 160 may be disposed above the source water reservoir box 126. In other embodiments the placement of refrigerator 160 may vary.

The refrigerator 160 can have a variety of uses. In some embodiments, refrigerator 160 may be used to store one or more of the following: chilled water, medical supplies / vaccines, food, commercial beverages, other goods, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, the refrigerator 160 is thermally coupled to an auxiliary water reservoir product 162 of 90.92 I (20 gallons). In other embodiments, the size of the product auxiliary water reservoir 162 may vary. The auxiliary water tank product 162 can be sent to the water tank product 144.

In some embodiments, the refrigerator 160 may be coupled to a cooled product water tap (not shown) to distribute cooled product water. In some embodiments, the cooled product water tap is fed by gravity and the auxiliary product water reservoir 162 is raised relative to the cooled product water tap thus facilitating gravity force feeding. The cooled product water tap can be accessible from outside the housing 12 in some embodiments. In other embodiments, the cooled product water tap can only be accessed from inside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In modalities where the cooled product water tap is accessible from outside the housing 12, the cooled product water tap it can be embedded in housing 12. In other embodiments where the cooled product water tap is accessible from outside the housing 12 the cooled product water tap can be removable or otherwise rendered inoperative. This can be advantageous for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to one or more of the following: the ability to remove the cooled product water tap during the dispatch of the resource distribution kiosk 10, the ability to remove or disassemble the cooled product water tap when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business, and the ability to remove the water tap cooled product during cleaning, service, or maintenance.

In some embodiments, the refrigerator 160 may include a compartment that helps keep the refrigerator 160 fresh in the event of a power failure. For example, such a compartment can be filled at least partially with water that is cooled and frozen whenever the refrigerator 160 is on. If the refrigerator 160 loses power, the frozen water compartment in the refrigerator 160 may serve as a backup cooling medium for a period of time. In some embodiments, such a compartment may be included so that the power to the refrigerator 160 can be periodically turned off on purpose to increase efficiency.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, in an exemplary embodiment, the refrigerator 160 has a medical refrigeration section 168 (for example, shown in Figure 22) for storing medical supplies / vaccines. The medical refrigeration section 168 can have its own separate compartment inside the refrigerator 160 or it can be a shelf inside the main refrigerator 160. In some embodiments, the medical refrigeration section 168 may include its own separate refrigerator 160. In some embodiments the medical refrigeration section 168 may be completely segregated and may be isolated from the rest of the refrigerator 160. For example, in some embodiments, the medical refrigeration section 168 may be segregated from the rest of the refrigerator 160 so that the medical refrigeration section 168 may be the only section of the refrigerator 160 accessible from either side of the first partition wall 101 or the second partition wall 121. The rest of the refrigerator 160 can only be accessed from the other side of the first partition wall 101 or the second partition wall 121. This can help prevent any cross contamination.

The medical refrigeration section 168 of the refrigerator 160 may be beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, the ability to assist in emergency relief applications and military applications, vaccine storage, etc. Additionally, in enterprise applications of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, refrigerated medical supplies can contribute to making the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 a social center. Making the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 a social center, the business micro-business achieves more exposure to potential customers.

As discussed above, in several embodiments, the refrigerator 160 can also be used to refrigerate food or other commercial beverages, such as, but not limited to, soda, juice, sports drinks, bottled water, etc. Such capacity may be attractive for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to, one or more of the following: expand the potential for relief in emergency / disaster situations, increase utility in military applications, and increase the number of products offered For a business micro-business.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, the middle compartment 120 of the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include several other components. In some embodiments, the middle compartment 120 may also include at least one oven 190. The oven 190 is discussed in more detail below. Additionally, in some embodiments, the interior walls defining the middle compartment 120 may include shelving / presenters 198 (see Figure 18) such as baskets or the like for various goods or supplies. The doors 16 may also include shelving / presenters 198. As discussed above, the interior walls of the housing 12 may be covered with a wall material 15, for example, plywood. This allows the user of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to modify the quantity, location, etc. of bookshelf / presenters 198 as desired or necessary.

Some embodiments may include one or more doors 16 that are expandable. For example, the doors 16 may include bending panels outwardly coupled to the door 16. In other embodiments, one or more doors 16 may include an outwardly sliding portion. This may be desirable because it creates more surface area to which more shelving / presenters 198 can be attached.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, a third section of the housing 12, may be the energy compartment 200 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In the embodiments shown, the energy compartment 200 is defined by the type-type doors. far right barn 16a of housing 12 and the second dividing wall 121.

In some embodiments, the energy compartment 200 may include at least one element that requires fuel 102. In some embodiments, the term power generating device may be used interchangeably with the element that requires fuel 102. In some embodiments, the device it can be a power generating device and in some embodiments, the power generating device can also be an element that requires fuel 102. In an exemplary embodiment the element that requires fuel 102 is a Stirling engine that is capable of generating 10 kW of power. In other embodiments, the element that requires fuel 102 may vary or there may be multiple elements that require fuel 102 and / or power generating devices. For example, other generators or other varieties of Stirling generators can be used. Examples of some types of Stirling engines that may be included are described in US Patent Application Serial No. 13 / 836,946, filed on March 15, 15 and entitled Stirling Cycle Machine (Lawyer Case 187), which is incorporated herein as a reference in its entirety. As described above, the fuel-requiring element 102 is in communication with one or more than one or more fuel storage tanks 104 through a connect (not shown). Connecting provides fuel to the element that requires fuel 102. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may, for example, be connected to the network to a ground energy source (not shown) that can be considered the power generating device. In some embodiments, access to a ground energy source may be complementary to the element that requires fuel 102 or may replace the element that requires fuel 102. In some embodiments, an element that requires fuel 102 or power generation device can be used as a backup generator in areas where grid power is unreliable. In some embodiments, the power generating device or at least one of the power generating devices can be energized by the sun, energized by the wind, etc. The fuel-requiring element 102 may provide power to the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 which may allow the kiosk 10 to provide any number of functions, services, etc.

In some embodiments, it is possible that there is at least one exhaust opening (not shown) that will discharge the exhaust from the fuel-requiring element 102. In other embodiments, the fuel-requiring element 102 may be moved externally to the housing 102 when it is in use so that exhaust discharge is not a problem. When the element that requires fuel 102 is not in use, it can be moved back into the housing 12 where it can be locked when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business. This prevents an individual from stealing or handling the element that requires fuel 102.

In some embodiments, the residual heat of the element requiring fuel 102 can be used as a resource for another application or procedure. This can improve the capabilities, functionality, and efficiency of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. An application for waste heat may be preventing the source water from freezing or the preheating of source water as it sits in the reservoir. of water source 124. In some embodiments, waste heat can be used to heat or help heat a water tank or sink in a water distillation device.

In another possible application, the residual heat can be directed to at least one furnace 190 or similar heating element. The oven 190 can be used for a wide variety of applications. In some embodiments, oven 190 may be used in one or more medical, culinary, or pottery applications. The oven 190 can also be used for other applications. In some embodiments, oven 190 may include three covers: an outer cover, a middle cover and an inner cover. The inner cover may be the oven 190 and may include a variety of accessories and be sized to be configured for the intended use. In some embodiments, the outer cover may be an insulating cover and the middle cover may include a space where the exhaust inlet releases the exhaust and where the exhaust leaves the space. Thus, the exhaust provides indirect heat to the oven 190 or the inner cover, but does not allow direct exposure of the inner cover / oven 190 to the exhaust. In several embodiments, the one or more compartments of the housing 12 may include one or more carbon monoxide sensors.

In some embodiments, the oven 190 may be enclosed by an air-tight compartment surrounding the outside of the oven 190. The temperature of the oven may be controlled by a lever or baffle (not shown) that has the ability to regulate the amount of Exhaust gas flowing into the air-tight compartment surrounding the exterior of the oven 190. In some embodiments, the lever or the baffle is a bimetallic lever. In some embodiments, the oven temperature can be controlled by computer with an electronic temperature sensor. The oven 190 may also include one or more access doors 193 that allow a user to gain access to the cooking cavity within the oven 190. In several embodiments, the oven 190 has at least one access door 193 that can be opened from inside the housing 12 and at least one access door 193 that can be opened from outside the housing 12. In some modalities, specifically modalities where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is used in a business application, furnace 190 may include a coin, token, or a monetarily operated mechanism otherwise (not shown). Monetaryly operated mechanism 195 allows an entrepreneur to use oven 190 as a source of income. In other embodiments, oven 190 may be converted to an autoclave for medical purposes. In some embodiments, oven 190 may also include a thermometer 196 (not shown).

In some embodiments, for example, in the mode shown in Figure 5, two ovens 190 may be included. One of the ovens 190 can be accessible only from the outside of the housing 12 and the second oven 190 can be accessible only from the inside of the housing 12. Arranged as such, an oven 190 can always be accessible, that is, the outer oven 190 can always be accessible and the inner oven 190 can only be accessible when the middle compartment 120 is open for business. Additionally, the arrangement may also be beneficial to obviate the possibility of an individual easily entering the interior of the housing 12 through the oven 190 during the hours where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business. In an exemplary embodiment of Figure 5, the two ovens 190 are created by a division of the cooking cavity into segregated sections. An access door 193 at half of the divided cooking cavity can be opened from outside the housing 12. The other half of the divided cooking cavity can be accessed through an access door 193 that is only accessible from the inside the housing 12.

Still referring to Figures 1 to 5, the residual heat of the element that requires fuel 102 can also be used for several other purposes. For example, residual heat can be used to operate a smoker, grill, hot plate, or for any other culinary baking application. In some modalities, waste heat can be used to perform various value-added procedures. Residual heat can be used to roast coffee or dry tea, for example, which would allow the kiosk for the distribution of resources to earn more money with the raw materials available to it. Additionally, the resource distribution kiosk 10 could function as a cafeteria. Residual heat can also be used to dry food or powdered food (eg milk) to last longer and be easier to transport for commercial purposes. In some embodiments, residual heat can be used in the hot saponification process to aid in the production of soap. Residual heat can be used to pasteurize various foods. In some embodiments, residual heat can also be used in cheese production.

In several embodiments, the thermal energy of the residual heat can be transferred to another liquid by a heat exchanger. The fluid heated by the heat exchanger can act as an intermediate fluid for various applications such as those described before and below. The intermediate fluid can be pumped so that it can heat a tank. In some embodiments, the intermediate fluid can be used to heat a reservoir or sump in a water distillation device.

Residual heat can also be used for sanitation procedures. For example, waste heat can be used to create steam to clean containers such as the product water containers 940 described below with respect to Figure 11. Steam can also be created for use to clean clothes or other objects. Residual heat can also be used to evaporate the purge of a water distillation device 122. In some embodiments, residual heat can be used to evaporate human urine for fertilizer production. In some embodiments, residual heat can be used by one or more biodigesters or gasification units.

In some embodiments where waste heat can be used to create steam for sanitation purposes, waste heat from the exhaust can exchange heat with a reservoir at a pressure greater than atmospheric pressure through a heat exchanger. The tank can be filled with water. When the water is high enough in temperature, a valve can be opened to allow a portion of the hot water in the tank to evaporate in steam. The resulting steam can then be directed to the object that will be sanitized. If the object is, for example, a water container, the steam can be directed to the inner volume of the container. In some embodiments, the valve cannot be opened unless the object is isolated from a user to ensure that the user is not exposed to steam. In some embodiments, the heating fluid may not be the exhaust, but an intermediate fluid that has been heated by the exhaust. In some embodiments, for example, a lever may be included to close the exhaust flow through the heat exchanger.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, the energy compartment 200 may additionally include a radiator 224 (not shown). In several embodiments, the radiator 224 can be movably coupled to the roof of the housing 12 so that the radiator 224 can be removed and can be placed inside the housing 12. This may be desirable in many situations, including, but not limited to, shipping, inclement weather, and / or when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business. The radiator 224 can be coupled in the communication with the element that requires fuel 102 through a coolant pipe (not shown) so that the radiator 224 can cool to the element that requires fuel 102.

The energy compartment 200 may also include a battery bank 230 or other energy storage device such as but not limited to a steering wheel, compressed gas energy storage device, thermal energy storage device, energy storage device capacitive, chemical energy storage device, etc. The power compartment 200 may also include electronic charge control circuits for a battery bank 230. The battery bank 230 may be useful for a variety of reasons and applications, including but not limited to, starting the element that requires fuel 102 , load balancing to allow peak energy loads higher than those that can be quenched by the element that requires fuel 102 itself, etc. The battery bank 230 may be charged by the element that requires fuel 102 or other power generating device such as a solar panel and / or a wind turbine. In an exemplary embodiment, the battery bank 230 may be a sealed, deep acid battery bank of lead acid. Other embodiments may include a different arrangement of the battery bank 230, for example, the battery bank 230 may be a lithium ion bank or traction batteries. In some embodiments, the battery bank 230 may be located inside the housing 12 so that it can be protected and secured.

In various embodiments, the energy compartment 200 may also include an electrical distribution box 236. The electrical distribution box 236 may distribute the energy generated by the fuel-requiring element 102 or other power generating device. In some embodiments, the wiring to and from the electrical distribution box 236 may follow an exposed path, out of the way. Such an arrangement may be desirable for many reasons, including, but not limited to, because it helps ensure that a user does not drill, key, cut, etc. in the wiring during the customization of the housing 12. Additionally, such configuration can increase the utility. In some embodiments, one or more portions of the wiring in the resource distribution kiosk 10 may be enclosed in a conduit to provide more protection and increase security. In some embodiments, all wiring in the resource distribution kiosk 10 can be enclosed in a conduit to provide more protection and increase security.

In some embodiments, the electrical distribution box 236 distributes the power to at least one outlet 238 and / or at least one light 240. Several modes may include outputs 238 and / or lights 240 both inside and outside the housing 12 In some embodiments, exits 238 and / or lights 240 may be arranged only in either the exterior or the interior of the housing 12. The electrical distribution box 236 can also distribute energy to any number of other elements that require energy that can be included in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

Still referring to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, the exterior of housing 12 has two, 120V AC outputs 238 at each corner of housing 12. In some embodiments, the interior of housing 12 has eight, 120V outputs of AC 238 and a 208V output of AC 238. In various embodiments, the housing 12 may have one or more outputs of one or more voltages. In some embodiments, the electrical system of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can be configured for country-specific voltages, and / or have country-specific outputs 238, and / or one or more specific provisions for the geographic region in which is intended to use the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Additionally, in some embodiments the interior of the housing 12 includes 11 LED lights 240 each being 60 watts of incandescent equivalent. However, in several embodiments, the location and number of exits 238 may vary. Some modalities may not include outputs 238. In some modalities, housing 12 may also include four LED flood lights 240 with 120 watts of incandescent equivalence coupled to the upper corners of housing 12 to illuminate the area around the kiosk for resource distribution 10. The four LED flood lights 240 can be useful to provide security, a study space, a community space, or to extend the business hours of an entrepreneur. LED lights 240 may be desirable / beneficial for several reasons. For example, LED lights 240 are efficient and their long life minimizes the amount of consumables needed to maintain the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In other modalities, quantity, voltages, locations, etc. of the outputs 238 may vary. Also, in other modalities, quantity, voltage, locations, etc. of lights 240 may vary. Some alternative modalities may use incandescent, fluorescent, compact fluorescent, neon, or other 240 varieties.

In some embodiments, the interior lights 240 may be scattered across several different segments of the housing 12. In some embodiments the lights 240 may be arranged, so that the middle compartment 120 is subjected to approximately 50 candles per 0.09 m² (square foot), the equivalent of standard office lighting. In some embodiments, the energy compartment 200 may be illuminated at a comparatively higher number of candles by 0.09 m² (square foot). In some embodiments, there can only be one light 240 in the storage area 100.

In some embodiments, the exterior lights 240 may be coupled to the interior of the housing 12. In such embodiments, the lights 240 may be placed behind one or more windows 242 by which they can illuminate an area. In some embodiments, the windows 242 can be made of transparent polycarbonate, 1.27 cm (¹Zz) thick, impact resistant or any other suitable material with any convenient thickness. However, in several other embodiments, the thickness and material of the one or more windows may vary. In various embodiments, it may be desirable to have exterior lights 240 inside the housing 12 behind a window 242 to prevent damage, theft, etc. of lights 240.

In some embodiments, lights 240 may be controlled by manual switches 244. Manual switches 244 may be located in at least one of the interior or exterior of the housing 12. Depending on the mode, each individual light 240 may be controlled by its own manual switch 244, or more than one light 240 can be controlled by the same manual switch 244. In some embodiments, at least one of the lights 240 may include a sensor 246 that changes at least one light 240 to on or off. In an exemplary embodiment, exterior lights 240 may include a dawn / twilight sensor 246 that turns off lights 240 during daylight hours. In other embodiments at least one of the lights 240 may include other types of sensors 246, such as a motion sensor, etc. In embodiments where at least one of the lights 240 includes a sensor 246, the sensor 246 can be manually neutralized by one or more manual switches 244. In some embodiments, the at least one manual switch 244 can control other components of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In some embodiments, the housing 12 may include at least one ambient air monitor 248. The ambient air monitor 248 may, for example, be a carbon monoxide (CO) detector. In other embodiments, the housing 12 may also include a smoke detector, etc. instead of or in addition to a CO detector. Such an ambient air monitor 248 can help increase the security of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include at least one extinguisher.

Some modalities of the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a security gate (not shown) provided in the housing 12. The security gate may be desirable in a variety of situations, including, but not limited to the following: a user accidentally encloses himself in housing 12, a fire, etc.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a TV 300. TV 300 may be visible from outside the housing 12. In an exemplary embodiment, TV 300 is of the flat screen variety that may be desirable / beneficial because a flat screen TV 300 requires less space than other varieties of TV 300. In some specific modalities, the TV 300 may be a 106.68 cm (42) 300 flat screen TV. In several modalities, the TV 300 does not need to be a 300 flat screen TV. As shown in Figure 3, the TV 300 may be arranged inside the housing 12 so that the screen of the TV 300 is visible through a window 242. This prevents the TV 300 from being stolen, damaged, etc. In some embodiments, the TV 300 may be a swing arm, such as the swing arm 2008 described in connection with Figure 28. This may also help prevent theft or damage to the TV 300. Some modes may include any number of others. windows 242 in addition to windows 242 for TV 300 and flood lights 240. In an exemplary embodiment, window 242 is formed of transparent polycarbonate plastic of 1.27 cm (1/2), highly impact resistant as mentioned above. In several modalities, the thickness and type of material may vary. In some embodiments, the window 242 may be free to open on the side of the housing 12 and not include glass. In such embodiments, a security cover (not shown) for window 242 may be included. In several modes, the TV 300 is in communication with a recorded media player (not shown). This allows the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to show films, etc. on TV 300. In some embodiments, TV 300 can be coupled to at least one of a satellite antenna 306 or antenna 308 (see Figure 7) for its signal. In some embodiments, a projector to project the output of TV 300 can be included in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In some embodiments, the TV 300 may be shadowed by at least one of the one or more awnings 19 described above. This may be desirable for many reasons, including but not limited to, the ability to watch TV 300 much more easily in extremely sunny conditions.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, additionally, in some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include one or more speakers 310 that can serve as an audio output of the TV 300. In an exemplary embodiment, the one or more 310 speakers are all-weather speakers that are resistant to water, sand, debris, etc. However, in several other embodiments, speakers 310 may vary. Additionally, in an exemplary embodiment, the one or more speakers 310 are fixedly coupled to the housing 12 from inside the housing 12. This may be desirable / beneficial for many reasons including, but not limited to, the contribution to prevent damage, theft , etc. of one or more speakers 310. In some embodiments, speakers 310 can also be configured so that they can serve as the audio output for a radio (not shown).

In some embodiments, the TV 300 can be controlled manually through an interface panel 312 that is easily accessible. By the interface panel 312, a user can, for example, adjust the volume, the channel, etc. of the TV 300. In other modalities the control of the TV 300 can be achieved by means of a remote control (not shown) for the TV 300. In some modalities, the TV 300 can be controlled through both a panel of 312 interface as per a remote control.

In several embodiments, the TV 300 can be used in a variety of ways, some of which are described below. However, these examples are illustrative only and not limiting. For example, in an emergency situation, TV 300 can be used to provide victims with news or other important information. The TV 300 can also be used as a video link with doctors located outside the site. This can be useful for training medical personnel, off-site diagnosis, other telemedicine applications, etc. In a military application, the TV 300 can be used to provide a video link with other service members, commanders, military hardware, etc. The TV 300 can also be useful in a campaign of hearts and minds. In modalities where the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is a business venture, TV 300 can help make the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 a social center. As a micro-business and social center, the resource distribution kiosk 10 has more exposure to potential customers. Additionally, an entrepreneur can use the TV 300, recorded media player, and / or the projector to make the resource distribution kiosk 10 function as a theater for which they can charge admission. In some modalities, at least one of the TV 300, recorded media player, and the projector can also be used for educational purposes. In several embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include additional educational components.

Still referring to Figures 1 to 5, in some embodiments, for example Figure 4, the housing 12 for the resource distribution kiosk 10 is a storage container. The resource distribution kiosk 10 in Figure 4 is arranged similarly to the embodiment shown in Figures 1 to 3. As shown, the resource distribution kiosk shown in Figure 4 only includes a single oven 190 . The oven 190 in Figure 4 has two access doors 193. One of the access doors 193 of the oven 190 allows access to the oven 190 from outside the container. The other access door 193 of the oven 190 allows access to the oven from inside the container. The refrigerator 160 is not located next to the product water tank 144 as it is in Figures 1 to 3. In some embodiments, the product water tank 144 in front of the refrigerator 160, as for example, shown in Figure 2. In the mode shown in Figure 4, some modes may not include the product auxiliary water tank 162 or the water tap product cooled. A radiator 224 is also shown in Figure 4. The radiator 224 is arranged in the ceiling (not shown) of the housing 12. As mentioned above, the radiator 224 can be removably coupled to the housing 12 so that it can be removed and can be stored inside the housing 12 when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business, during inclement weather, when the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 or other cases are sent.

Referring still to Figures 1 to 5, some modalities of the resource distribution kiosk 10 include a product water tap 146 for the product water tank 144 that is only accessible from inside the container. As shown, a drain 147 can be placed under the product water tap 146 so that any splash or overflow does not collect inside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the drain 147 may be cut in the floor covering of the kiosk 17 for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the drain 147 may be at the lowest point of a basin that is embedded in the floor or the floor covering 17 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Some modalities may include multiple drains 147. For example, in embodiments where an auxiliary reservoir of product water 162 and cooled product water tap are included, a drain 147 may be disposed under the tap of cooled product water. As also shown in Figure 5, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include a CACD inverter 260. In the example mode shown, the CACD inverter 260 is disposed within the energy compartment 200.

With reference to Figure 6, an embodiment of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is shown where the housing 12 is a construction. At least one part of the construction of the housing 12 is a classroom 400. Although the classroom 400 in Figure 6 is inside the housing 12, other embodiments with a classroom 400 may place the classroom 400 elsewhere. In some embodiments, for example, classroom 400 may be outside housing 12 and / or under a canopy 19 (see, for example, Figure 11). Some modalities may include other educational spaces in addition to or instead of classroom 400. For example, an illuminated area to study may be included in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 or around the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In the non-limiting mode represented in Figure 6, the classroom 400 may, in some modes, include several desks 402 and chairs 404. A storage area 100 for books and other learning materials may also be among the elements comprising the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In addition, as shown in Figure 6, the modalities that include a classroom 400 may also include one or more educational boards 406. The educational boards 406 may be from any of a variety of different educational boards 406 including, but not limited to, blackboards, white board, black board, easily dried boards, smart boards, posters, and / or cork boards.

In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include at least one computer 410. In some embodiments, at least one of the at least one computer 410 may be included as an element of classroom 400 as shown in Figure 6. In other embodiments, and also referring to Figure 7, the at least one computer 410 may not be a part of a classroom 400 as shown in Figure 6. The at least one computer 410 can be loaded with educational software. In some embodiments, the at least one computer 410 may have an Internet connection 411. In several embodiments, the at least one computer 410 may also be in communication with various accessories. In the mode shown in Figure 6, at least one computer 410 is in communication with a scanner 412, printer 414, and a keyboard 416. Alternative modalities may include any number of other accessories or the combination of accessories such as, but not limited to, one or more of the following: speakers, climate instruments connected to the computer, and / or a camera for video communication Two way to allow remote instruction.

The at least one computer 410 may be used for any number of purposes, such as, but not limited to those described in the following paragraphs. The at least one computer 410 can be used as an online classroom. For example, a student can use at least one computer 410 to take classes remotely. The at least one computer 410 can also be used to download learning materials, electronic books, media, etc. The at least one computer 410 can be used to access news or weather data. In some modalities, such as the modality shown in Figure 7, the at least one computer 410 may be included as part of a cyber café. The local population can use at least one computer 410 to send emails or surf the web. In some embodiments, the at least one computer 410 may be used in conjunction with a printer 414 for the distribution of print media.

In some embodiments, the at least one computer 410 can be used to make purchases online. Items not available directly at the resource distribution kiosk 10 can be purchased online through the at least one computer 410. The resource distribution kiosk 10 can be used as a post office or shipping destination Where such items can be supplied and collected. In such modalities, other mail can also be supplied to the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. At least one computer 410 can also be used to bring local products and crafts to the global market. The at least one computer 410 may also allow an entrepreneur to purchase several parts to operate a repair shop. In some embodiments, the at least one computer 410 may be used to apply for micro loans online or to make other financial matters such as deposits.

Referring now also to Figure 7, in some modalities, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may be surrounded by at least one seat, and in some modalities, seats 502. In some modalities, the area surrounding the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 it can also be prepared in a way that is suitable for standing and walking. Seats 502 may favor that the resource distribution kiosk 10 be used as a social center where people meet and socialize. This helps ensure a flow of potential customers around the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some modalities, seats 502 can be included in modalities where the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 operates a cafe, bakery, restaurant, etc. to provide a place to sit while eating.

In several embodiments, such as that illustrated in Figure 7, at least one refrigerator 160 may be included as part of a larger selling machine unit 510. The selling machine unit 510 may include a monetarily operated mechanism that controls the product distribution of the selling machine 510. In some embodiments, the selling machine 510 may also include the product water tap 146 and the cooled product water tap.

Referring now also to Figure 8, a modality of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is shown where the housing 12 is a construction. As shown in Figure 8, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a medical clinic 600. In embodiments that include a medical clinic 600, the medical clinic 600 may include various medical equipment. In some embodiments, the various medical equipment may include, but are not limited to, 602 beds and / or examination tables for patients of the medical clinic 600. In some embodiments, the various medical equipment may also include one or more medical antlers 604 such as, but not limited to antlers IV. As shown in Figure 8, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include one or more refrigerators 160. In the embodiment shown, the medical refrigeration section 168 of the refrigerator 160 includes its own refrigerator 160. Additionally, the medical dispenser 600 may have a storage area 100 for storing non-temperature sensitive medical supplies such as, but not limited to, bandages, nutrition packages, vitamins, sexual health supplies, anti-malaria medicine, medical instruments, etc. In some embodiments, the medical dispensary 600 may include, for example, at least one water distillation device 122 and at least one element that requires fuel 102 to ensure a reliable power supply. The medical dispensary, in some modalities, may also include an Internet connection 411. In some modalities, one or more storage area 100 may additionally be included in various modalities of the medical dispensary 600.

In some embodiments, the medical dispensary 600 may be a veterinary dispensary for live cattle, pets, etc. In some modalities where the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is a business business, for the installation of assistance to victims, or includes a medical clinic 600, the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can function as a medical supply center. In such modalities, people can come to the kiosk for the distribution of resources to buy or get medical supplies such as bandages, anti-septic drugs, vitamins, sexual health supplies, medicines, etc.

Referring now also to Figure 9, one of many alternative modalities of the resource distribution kiosk 10 is shown where the resource distribution kiosk 10 can be largely automated. As shown in Figure 9, the housing 12 may resemble a pavilion. The housing 12 may comprise a central booth / presentation area 700. The booth / presentation area 700 may include at least one TV 300. Additionally, the booth / presentation area 700 may include at least one selling machine 510. In the embodiment shown in Figure 9, there are two selling machines 510. One of the selling machines 510 can distribute at least one or both of product water, and / or cooled product water, through a product 146 water tap and / or cooled product water tap. The other 510 selling machine can be used to distribute commercial drinks, snacks, nutrition supplements, etc. The source water reservoir 124, product water reservoir 144, water distillation device 122, the fuel-requiring element 102, and any other relevant components may be housed within the booth / presentation 700. Some modalities may include at least one door 16 that provides access to the interior of the booth / presentation 700 to allow maintenance, service, etc.

As shown in Figure 9, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include one or more solar panels 702. Solar panels 702 may be used to supplement the energy generated by the at least one element that requires fuel 102 or may be used instead of the element that requires fuel 102 in some embodiments. As shown in Figure 9, solar panel 702 may be located on the roof of housing 12 to maximize exposure to the sun. In some embodiments, the solar panel 702 may be arranged on the roof of a canopy 19 such as one of those described with respect to Figures 1 to 5. In some embodiments, several solar panels 702 may be included in the roof of a canopy. 19. This may be desirable because the awning 19 may be much easier to reposition, if necessary, than the housing 12 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In some modalities, a wind turbine (not shown) may also be included. The wind turbine can be used instead of the element that requires fuel 102 or solar panel 702 or it can be used in any combination with them. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can be connected to an electricity network. In such embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may not include an element that requires fuel 102, solar panel 702, or other power generating device. In some other modalities where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is linked to a network, an element that requires fuel 102, solar panel 702, or another power generation device can be included as a backup or complement to the power grid.

As shown in Figure 9, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can also include an Internet connection 411 and in these modalities, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can function as a point where there is WiFi. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk may also include a fax (not shown), telephone 704, telephone bank 704, etc. Telephone 704 or telephones 704 may, for example, be a pay phone 704 or cell phones for rent 704. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include at least one laundry item (not shown) to clean and / or dry clothes, fabrics, etc. In some modalities, such as the substantially automated modality of the resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figure 9, the laundry element may include a monetarily operated mechanism. In such modalities, the monetarily operated mechanism may allow a kiosk for the distribution of resources to charge for laundry services.

In some modalities, such as the modality shown in Figure 9, several equipment can be rented outside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Such equipment can be outdoor devices, electronic devices, batteries, bicycles, etc. The equipment can be provided by the employer or, as may be the case in the example mode in Figure 9, an automated procedure. Especially in the last scenario, the equipment may include an identification such as an RFID tag that helps track the rental and return of the equipment. In some embodiments, the equipment of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can be returned to another kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 that shares equipment resources with the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 from which the apparatus was rented.

Referring now also to Figure 10, another embodiment of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is shown. As shown in Figure 10, the kiosk 10 may include a barrack-type housing 12 open on all sides. In addition, as shown in Figure 10, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can also include at least one charging station 800 to make the resource distribution kiosk 10 a portable power source. Charging station 800 may allow sponsors to use the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to charge any number of items, including, but not limited to, batteries such as portable batteries, cell phones, laptops, flashlights , vehicles, media players, GPS devices, etc. In some embodiments, the charging station 800 may include several strips of energy that a user can insert and extract energy. Other modes may represent USB charging ports, etc. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can charge batteries or several other devices that can then be rented to the local population. Various modalities of the modality shown in Figure 10 may include one or more features shown and described herein with respect to Figures 1 to 9 or any other modalities detailed herein.

Referring now also to Figure 11, several charging stations 800 are shown in one of many possible modalities where the housing 12 is a shipping container. In addition to the charging stations 800, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can provide energy or other services through a mini-network 900. As shown in Figure 9, the mini-network 900 includes at least one or more plus service antlers 902. Service antlers 902 can support at least one service cable 904. The mini-network 900 can, for example, be used to provide power to illuminate surrounding dwellings, street lamps, shops, study spaces, etc. In some modalities, the mini-network 900 can be used to electrify a small village.

Some modalities, such as the modality shown in Figure 11, may also include a cellular communications tower 930. The cellular communications tower 930 may be used to provide cellular telephone service to an area in the vicinity of the kiosk for resource distribution 10. In some embodiments, the cellular communications tower 930 may include a serial chain link to other cellular stations or other cellular communications towers 930 in other kiosks for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the kiosk for Resource distribution 10 may include a transmission tower (not shown).

In some embodiments, the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 or at least one component of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can communicate information to an external device through the cellular communications tower 930. In other embodiments, the communication Information can be achieved through a satellite connection, Internet link, shortwave radio, ultra high frequency radio, etc. This can also allow the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to be used, for example, as an axis pilot tower. This may allow remote monitoring of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Remote monitoring may be desirable for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to, determining if there is a problem that requires maintenance with the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, if a 510 selling machine or inventory requires replenishment, or determine where an item stolen from the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 was taken.

As shown in Figure 11, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a storage area for several consumer product water containers 940. The consumer product water containers 940 can be stored full or can be collected by the customer and filled with the product 146 water tap or cooled product water tap. In some embodiments, the 940 consumer product water containers can be provided in a deposit-refund system to favor reuse. In other embodiments, the water containers product for the consumer 940 may be a product sold by a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the product water containers for the consumer 940 can be taken to the residence of a customer by the staff of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 as part of a home delivery service. In some embodiments, the 940 consumer product water containers can be designed so as to facilitate transport over long distances. Additionally, 940 consumer product water containers may be designed to require specific landfill assistance to help ensure that they are not filled with gasoline, pesticides, and / or other potentially harmful liquids if ingested, after use and then returned to a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, a consumer product water container 940 may include a distribution accessory (not shown) that can be used to distribute the contents of a consumer product water container 940. This can be beneficial for many reasons. , including, but not limited to, making container pouring easier and can help keep the container clean. In various embodiments, the 940 consumer product water containers may be made of a transparent plastic material to allow UV to penetrate the container and help kill any bacteria that may be present in the 940 consumer product water container. However, in several other embodiments, the 940 consumer product water containers can be made of any material.

In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 can provide sanitation of the product water container for the consumer 940. In a specific embodiment, the residual heat of an element requiring fuel 102 can be used to generate steam to clean Steam water containers product for the consumer 940. In various embodiments, other sanitation methods may also be used, which may include, but are not limited to, chemical sanitation treatments. In some embodiments, a consumer may obtain product water using a disinfected container of product product for the consumer 940 provided by the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, using the product water container 940 provided by the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may require procuring product water. This can help ensure that the clean product water is not contaminated by a contaminated container provided by the consumer. In some embodiments, the 940 consumer product water containers may include labels (not shown). Labels may include various information, including, but not limited to, one or more instructions for proper use, warnings against abuse, and / or sanitation education information.

Referring also to Figure 12, an example block diagram is shown. As shown, the block diagram illustrates a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 where the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is constructed of one or more modules 1000. As shown, the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 shown in Figure 12 includes eight different 1000 modules (module 1000A-1000H). Each of the modules 1000 may include several different components 1002. In the example block diagram each module 1000 includes six components 1002. In some embodiments, each module 1000 may not include the same number of components 1002. In some embodiments, by At least one module 1000 may include more than six components 1002. In some embodiments, at least one module 1000 may include less than six components 1002. In some embodiments, modules 1000 may include several components 1002 and may or may not include several additional and optional components 1002. In some embodiments, at least one component 1002 may include one or more options (not shown in Figure 12) which may or may not be included in component 1002.

The modules 1000 can include all the components 1002 necessary to perform or apply a central function or central use of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The modules 1000 can be standardized and can be easily assembled on site without the need for heavy machinery, of advanced technology, or skilled workers. The 1000 modules can be calibrated so that they can be easily transported. In some embodiments, the use of modules 1000 may increase the capacity of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 because the individual modules 1000 can be made light enough to be carried to the site by helicopter. In some modalities, modules 1000 or specific modules 1000 may come pre-assembled. Each module 1000 can be constructed so that it can easily communicate or intermingle with any other module 1000 when put together in a housing 12. In some embodiments the components 1002 of each module 1000 may not be pre-assembled. In such embodiments, components 1002 can be arranged on site, for example, in what is determined to be the most spatially effective way. In some modalities, at least one module 1000 may come as a kit of parts.

The modules 1000 allow the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to be easily customized or adjusted to suit the needs of a intended use, geographical location, etc. or to better utilize the available local resources. Depending on the intended use, geographic location, available resources, etc. One can choose and can choose from several different possible 1000 modules, select 1000 modules that are optimally suitable. Since any module 1000 can easily interface with any other module 1000, there is no need to completely redesign a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 for each different geographic location, use, etc. For a specific example, a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to be used in a scene of relief to victims may include modules 1000 to provide energy, clean water, and medical care. Other possible 1000 modules can be used for education, entertainment, retail, culinary, fuel production, scientific purposes, storage, processing / manufacturing (eg tailoring, welding, butchery, grinding, seed preparation , etc.), communication, or any other purpose. The modules 1000 can be mixed and can be matched to easily build a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 that best serves any specific scenario.

Modules may also sometimes be desirable as autonomous elements. In some embodiments, a water module 1100 (see, for example, Figure 13) can be used as an autonomous element in several scenarios. In some embodiments, a water module 1100 may be provided as a stand-alone item for a medical clinic or a school that would otherwise not have reliable access to safe water. Also, in some embodiments, an energy module 1600 (see, for example, Figure 16) may be desirable as a stand-alone element. In some embodiments, an energy module 1600 may be provided to a medical clinic attached to a network. Unreliable electric.

Referring also to Figure 13, an example block diagram of an example water module 1100 is shown for a resource distribution kiosk 10. A water module 1100 can be included in a resource distribution kiosk 10 for example, for use in areas with limited access or without access to safe water. In areas with sufficient access to safe water, a water module 1100 may not be included in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the water module 1100 can be replaced with another module 1000 that best serves the needs of a specific location.

Referring still to Figure 13, as shown, the example water module 1100 includes four components 1002 one of which is optional. The example water module 1100 includes a clean water component 1102, a collection component 1104, a supply component 1106 and an optional cooling component 1108. As shown in the example mode of the water module 1100, the water component Clean water 1102 includes a water distillation device 122. In some embodiments, the clean water component 1102 may include another clean water device that is not a water distillation device 122. In some embodiments, the other clean water component 1102 may be a second water distillation device 122. In some embodiments, the clean water component 1102 may include a single clean water device that is not a water distillation device 122. In some embodiments, the clean water component 1102 may be made of other elements in addition to or instead of those shown in Figure 13.

The water module 1100 can also include a collection component 1104 as shown in the example block diagram in Figure 13. As shown, the collection component 1104 may include a source water reservoir 124. The water reservoir Source 124 may be any type of deposit, such as, but not limited to those described above. The exemplary collection component 1104 includes a source water liquid level sensor. The collection component 1104 may also optionally include a pump 130. In several embodiments, the collection component 1104 may include other elements in addition to or instead of those shown in Figure 13.

The example water module 1100 in Figure 13 also includes a supply component 1106 for supplying the clean, product water to a consumer. As shown, the example supply component 1106 includes a product water reservoir 144. The product water reservoir 144 can be any type of reservoir, such as, but not imitated to those described above. A product water tap 146 and product liquid level sensor are also included in the supply component 1106 of the example water module 1100 shown in Figure 13. In some embodiments, the supply component 1106 may optionally include an auxiliary reservoir. of water 162 which can be any type of reservoir, such as but not limited to those described above. Supply component 1106 may also include a chilled water tap and reservoir cleaning means.

In some embodiments, the water module 1108 may additionally include other options as additional components 1002. For example purposes, an optional cooling component 1108 is included in the water module 1100 in Figure 13. The cooling component 1108 in the Example block diagram includes a refrigerator 160. In some embodiments, the refrigerator 160 may be included in a separate module 1000. In some embodiments, other components 1002 may be included. Various connectors, conduits, electrical wiring, etc. they can also be included in the water module 1100 to couple several components 1002 of the water module 1100 together and to interface with another module 1000 or modules 1000.

Referring now to FIG. 14, a symmetric view of an example water module 1100 is shown. As shown, the example water module 1100 includes a lili floor. Under the lili floor a source water tank 124 is arranged. The water module 1100 also includes a water device which in the example mode is a water distillation device 122. The water device may be in communication with the source water reservoir 124 through a source-to-tank conduit 142. As shown, a product water reservoir 144 may also be included, in some embodiments, by example, in the example water module 1100 in Figure 14. The product water reservoir 144 may be in communication with the water device through a tank-to-reservoir duct of the product 145. In some modalities where a large capacity for the production of safe water is desired, multiple water modules 1100 such as the water module 1100 shown in Figure 14 may be included in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In several modalities of 1100 water modules, several other components can be included. In some embodiments, the 1100 water modules may include water pumps for the collection of source water and the distribution of product water.

An electrical distribution box 236 and several outputs 238 are also visible in Figure 14. In some embodiments, the electrical distribution box 236 and the outputs 238 may not be included as part of the water module 1100. For example, in some embodiments , they can be included as part of a battery bank module 1200 (see Figure 15) or power module 1600 (see Figure 16). In some embodiments, outputs 238 may be included as part of an indoor module (not shown).

Referring now also to Figure 15, an isometric view of an example water module 1100, battery module 1200, and cooling module 1300 is shown. The example water module 1100 shown includes a frame component 1110. As shown, the example water module 1110 includes a lili floor, but does not include walls. The frame component 1110 includes instead a support structure 1112. In some embodiments, the walls may be included as part of an interior module (not shown). In some embodiments, the water module 1100 may not include the frame component 1110. In such embodiments, the lili floor and the support structure 1112 may be included as part of an indoor module and not as part of the water module 1100. In some embodiments, the interior module may include all wall materials 15, floor covering 17, lights, 240 outlets 238. (see, for example, Figures 1 to 5) of the resource distribution kiosk 10.

Under the lili floor of the example water module 1100 there is a source water tank 124. As shown, the example water module 1100 includes two water devices that are water distillation devices 122. Some embodiments may only include one single water device (see Figure 14) or more than two water devices. The example water module 1100 also includes two product 144 water tanks. The water module 1100 may also include pipe such as the source-to-tank intake duct 142 (see Figure 14) and the tank-to-reservoir conduit 145 (see Figure 14). In some embodiments, the pipe may be integrated in the frame component 1110. In some embodiments, the water module 1100 may include an outlet water measurement system, a tarja, a shower, several spigots, etc. In some embodiments, a source 130 water pump and hose can also be included as part of the 1100 water module.

An embodiment of a battery bank module 1200 is also shown in Figure 15. In some embodiments, the battery bank module 1200 includes a battery bank 230. The battery bank 230 can be connected to a power source for charge the battery bank 230 of the battery bank module 1200. The energy source may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following: an electrical network, an element that requires fuel 102, or any other convenient energy source. The battery bank module 1200, in some embodiments, includes an electrical distribution box 236 that can be coupled to the support structure 1112 in the example mode. In some embodiments, battery bank modules 1200 may also include battery charging and monitoring controllers (not shown). The refrigeration module 1300 shown in Figure 15 includes a refrigerator 160. In some embodiments, the refrigeration module 1300 may also include a freezer, a segregated medical refrigeration section 168 (see, for example, Figure 26).

Referring now also to Figure 16, an exploded view of an example kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 that includes several different modules is shown. As shown, the resource distribution kiosk 10 includes a structure module 1500, a power module 1600, a water module 1100, a battery bank module 1200, a cooling module 1300, a canopy module 1700 , and a 1800 communication module. A resource distribution kiosk 10 assembled from structure module 1500, power module 1600, water module 1100, battery bank module 1200, cooling module 1300, awning module 1700, and communication module 1800 as shown It may be more suitable for a location with limited access or no access to electricity and safe water.

Referring still to Figure 16, As the structure module 1500 is shown is a housing 12. Specifically, the structure module 1500 shown is a 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (20x8x8ft) shipping container. In some embodiments, the structure module 1500 may be a pre-existing structure at the site. In some alternative embodiments, the structure module 1500 may be a structure that is assembled from materials readily available at the site (for example, concrete masonry units).

As mentioned above, in some modalities, modules can be provided in a standard size. This can be desirable / beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, it can allow the modules to be easily placed in the structure module 1500 when the modules are conglomerated in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. This can also allow to the resource distribution kiosk 10 be built quickly. In the example mode, the modules are calibrated to be placed / slipped into the 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (20x8x8ft) shipping container.

In several embodiments, the structure module 1500 can be constructed so that a minimal modification is needed. In some embodiments, the structure module 1500 may only need to have openings cut into the sides of a housing 12 for electrical, pipe, natural light, ventilation, and various connections such as exterior lighting connections. The various connections can be pre-assembled so that they only need to be welded or otherwise coupled to the module of structure 1500.

Referring still to Figure 16, as shown, some embodiments of the power module 1600 include an element that requires fuel 102 which in some embodiments is a Stirling engine power generator. In other embodiments, the power module 1600 may not include an element that requires fuel 102 or may include an element that requires fuel 102 that is not a Stirling engine power generator. In some embodiments, the energy module 1600 may include a radiator 224 which, when assembling the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, may reside on the roof of the structure module 1500. In some embodiments, the energy module 1600 may also include at least one oven 190. In some embodiments, oven 190 may not be included as part of the power module 1600 but as part of its own module. As shown, in some embodiments, the furnace 190 can receive heat from the residual heat of the element that requires fuel 102. When assembled, the furnace 190 can project out of one side of the structure module 1500 so that it can be used from the outside. of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the energy module 1600 or a module other than a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may include other mechanisms or methods for using residual heat (such as, but not limited to those described above) of an element that requires fuel 102

In some embodiments, the energy module 1600 may include any number of additional components 1002. For example, in some embodiments, the energy module 1600 may include at least one fuel storage tank 104. In some embodiments, the fuel module 1600 power may include batteries (not shown) for starting a power generation element. In some embodiments, the battery bank 230 may be included as part of the power module 1600. In some embodiments, the power module 1600 may also include wiring and hardware for a mini-network. In still other embodiments, the power module 1600 may include, for example, rechargeable lighting units that can be given, can be rented, sold to the local population. In some embodiments, an ambient air monitor, such as a carbon monoxide monitor, may be included as part of an energy module 1600. In some embodiments, the energy module 1600 may include a charging station 800 (for example , shown in Figure 20). In some embodiments, a backup power generator may be included as an optional component of a 1600 power module. In modalities where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is connected to a network, the power module 1600 may include a backup power generator or auxiliary power generator, if for example the local network is not reliable.

The water module 1100, the battery bank module 1200, and the cooling module 1300 are the same as the mode shown in Figure 15. The frame component

1110 of the water module 1100, however, includes walls instead of the support structure 1112. The water module 1100, the battery bank module 1200, and the cooling module 1300 can be placed in the structure module 1500 afterwards that the power module 1600 has been placed in the structure module 1500. As mentioned above, each module can be constructed so that it can easily interface with other modules. In various embodiments, for example, the power module 1600 can be constructed so that any pipe, electrical wiring, walls, etc. Aligns and / or can be easily connected to the pipe, electrical wiring, walls, etc. of the water module 1100, the battery bank module 1200 and the cooling module 1300.

As shown, and also referring to Figure 16, some embodiments include a canopy module 1700. The example awning module 1700 includes a canopy 19. In some embodiments, the awning module 1700 may include additional components 1002 such as 502 seats, benches, tables, etc. In some modalities, seats 502, tables, benches, etc. They can be included in a separate module.

Referring also to Figures 16 to 18, the awning module 1700, in some embodiments, may not be arranged on or within the structure module 1500, but may be an auxiliary part of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the awning module 1700 may vary from that shown in Figures 16 to 18. For example, the awning module 1700 can be coupled to the structure module 1500 so that it can bend outwardly, slide outwardly, roll outwardly, etc. of the structure module 1500. In some embodiments, the awning module 1700 can perform the function of a structure module 1500. In such modalities, all the various modules in a particular kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can be enclosed by a module of awning 1700. In some embodiments, the awning module 1700 can be easily repositioned or broken and stored inside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In some embodiments, the awning module 1700 can be assembled from a kit of parts on site. The awning module 1700 can be used to provide a given area with shade or shelter around the kiosk for resource distribution 10. Additionally, the awning module 1700 can be used to expand the total size of the kiosk for resource distribution. 10. This may be desirable in business applications for example because it creates a larger area to display consumer goods and items.

Still referring to Figures 16 to 18, the mode shown further includes a communication module 1800. In the example mode, communication module 1800 includes a satellite receiver 1802. The satellite receiver 1802 can provide a communication of a or two way. In the example mode, the satellite receiver 1802 can be used to provide a wide variety of channels for a TV 300 which in the example mode is also included in the communication module 1800. The satellite receiver 1802 can be used to several other applications, such as but not limited to telephone, radio, Internet, etc. In some embodiments, communications module 1800 may provide other forms of wireless digital connectivity. For example, some modalities of communications module 1800 may include a cellular communications tower 930 (see Figure 11). Other modalities of communications module 1800 may be configured to provide WIFI point Internet access.

Still referring to Figures 16 to 18 in some embodiments, the roof of the structure module 1500 can be removed. In some embodiments, the energy module 1600 is disposed within the structure module 1500 and at one end of the structure module 1500. As shown for example in Figure 17, the furnace 190 of the energy module 1600 extends outside the module of structure 1500 on the side of structure module 1500. The water module 1100, the battery bank module 1200, and the refrigerator module 1300 are also in their assembled location in the kiosk 10. As shown for example in Figure 17, the water module 1100, the power module battery bank 1200, and refrigerator module 1300 take much of the remaining interior space of structure module 1500. The satellite receiver 1802 of the communications module 1800 is also shown in its assembled location, for example in Figure 18. As shown, the awning module 1700 extends from the right end of the structure module 1700. The roof of the module Canopy 1700 (for example, shown in Figure 17) can be transparent. In other embodiments, the roof of the awning module 1700 may be completely opaque or somewhat transparent.

Referring to Figures 16 to 18, some embodiments of the water module 1100, for example, as shown in Figure 17, include a gas station 1120. As shown, the gas station 1120 includes a product water tap 146 that is accessible from the outside of the structure module 1500. The gas station 1120 also includes a wire basket 1122 that can be used to hold a product 940 water container (see Figure 11) as it is filled. In some embodiments, the gas station 1120 may include a platform or other fastener to hold a product 940 water container while it is filled. In some embodiments, a wire basket 1122 or other fastener may not be included and product 940 water containers may be placed on the floor, a concrete pad, etc. When they are filled.

Referring still to Figure 16 to 18, Figure 18 shows a front assembled view of the example kiosk for resource distribution 10 shown in explosion in Figure 16. As shown, the awning module 1700 covers the entrance to the kiosk for resource distribution 10 in Figure 18. The cooling module 1300, the battery bank module 1200, and the water module 1100 are in their assembled locations within the structure module 1500. Communication module 1800 is also visible in its assembled location in structure module 1500. Radiator 224 of power module 1600 is also shown on the roof of structure module 1500 in Figure 18.

Referring still to figures 17 to 18, as shown, a store module 1900 occupies the extra interior space in the structure module 1500 not taken by the power module 1600, the water module 1100, the battery bank module 1200, and the cooling module 1300. As shown, the sample store module 1900 includes shelving / presenters 198 for presenting various goods. In other embodiments, the store module 1900 may include other items such as a cash register, menus, shelves for newspapers or magazines, etc. In some embodiments, the cooling module 1300 includes a refrigerator 160 with a door that is substantially transparent. This may be desirable in modalities with a 1900 store module because it allows a user or customer to see any consumer goods that may be for sale in the refrigerator 160.

Referring now also to Figure 19, another embodiment of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is shown, which is comprised of several different modules. In the mode shown, the resource distribution kiosk 10 includes a structure module 1500, a communication module 1800, a water module 1100, a battery bank module 1200, a cooling module 1300 a store module 1900 , and awning module 1700, and a 1600 power module.

As shown, the structure module 1500 in the example mode shown in Figure 19 is a 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (20x8x8ft) shipping container similar to the structure module 1500 shown in Figures 16-18. Communication module 1800 is shown attached to structure module 1500 and is the same as communication module 1800 shown in Figures 16 to 18. The water module 1100, the battery bank module 1200, and the cooling module 1300 used in the example mode in Figure 19 are the same as those used in Figure 16. The store module 1900 is larger than that shown in Figure 18. The awning module 1700 may be an embodiment similar to that shown and described with respect to Figures 16 to 18. In the mode shown, the power module 1600 may not include an element that requires fuel 102 as it does in Figures 16 to 18. The mode of the power module 1600 shown in Figure 19 is energized by the sun. A sun-energized energy module 1600 may include at least one solar panel 702, and in some embodiments, a plurality of solar panels 702, which can be placed on the roof of the structure module 1500, the roof of the awning module 1700, and / or on the ground surrounding the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

As mentioned above, building the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 of several modules, is easily adaptable to different scenarios. Depending on the scenario, one can select modules to better leverage available resources or better adapt to the local area. For example, in a scenario where ample solar energy is available, an energy module 1500 that operates solar energy can easily be replaced by an energy module 1600 that operates an element that requires fuel 102 without needing to redesign the entire kiosk for the resource distribution 10. In addition, as shown in Figure 19, this helps to optimally utilize the interior space of the structure module 1500. Without requiring the redesign of the entire kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, the space occupied by the power module 1600 in Figures 16 to 18 can easily be filled by any other convenient module. In the example illustrated in Figure 19, a larger store module 1900 is used to fill the extra sword.

Referring now also to Figure 20, an assembled view of the kiosk mode for resource distribution 10 shown in separate explosion in Figure 19 is depicted. As shown, in some embodiments, the power module 1600 may include several solar panels 702 that are arranged on the roof of the awning module 1700. The space created by changing the energy module 1600 with an element that requires fuel 102 for an energy module 1600 that uses solar energy can be used by a store module much larger 1900 than the mode shown in Figures 16 to 18. As shown, the store module 1900 in Figure 20 includes more shelves / presenters 198. The store module 1900 in Figure 20 also includes several storage areas 100. Additionally, the store module 1900 includes a charging station 800.

Referring now to Figure 21, an example of a kiosk for resource distribution 10 is shown where the structure module 1500 is a 3 mx 2.4 mx 2.4 m (10x8x8) shipping container. As shown, some modalities of the resource distribution kiosk 10 include a cooling module 1300, a store module 1900, and a communication module 1800. Some embodiments may include a radiator 224, and / or at least one oven 190 and / or at least one product water tank 144.

In contrast to the modalities of the water modules 1100 described above, the embodiment in Figure 21 includes a single product water reservoir 144. Additionally, the product water reservoir 144 is located on the roof of the structure module 1500 to carry the maximum space inside the structure module 1500. Other modalities of the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include the product water tank 144 and / or product water tanks 144 on the roof of the structure module 1500 to maximize space inside the structure module 1500.

Referring now also to Figure 22, a top view of the kiosk mode for the distribution of resources 10 depicted in Figure 21 is shown. As shown, the upper part of the structure module 1500, the radiator 224, the product water tank 144, and the satellite receiver 1802 of the communications module 1800 shown in Figure 21 have been removed in Figure 22 to allow a Clear view inside the structure module 1500 in Figure 22. As shown, the cooling module 1300 and the store module 1900 are sectioned from the rest of the interior of the structure module by a first partition wall 101. Also as shown, the TV 300 of the communications module 1800 is located in a door 16 of the structure module 1500. The TV 300 is only visible when the door 16 is open. When closed, the TV 300 is protected outside the structure module 1500, which in the example mode is steel.

As also shown in Figure 22, in some embodiments, the refrigeration module 1300 includes a medical refrigeration section 168. As shown, the medical refrigeration section 168 extends into the first partition wall 101 and is completely segregated from the rest of refrigerator 160. In the embodiment shown in Figure 22, medical refrigeration section 168 is only accessible from the right side of the first partition wall

101. The rest of the cooling module 1300 is only accessible from the left side of the first partition wall 101. This helps ensure that no cross contamination occurs.

In some embodiments, a battery bank module 1200 may also be included in the resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figure 22. As shown, the battery bank module 1200 may be placed against the right side of the first dividing wall 101. As shown, the power module 1600 may include an element that requires fuel 102 which, in some embodiments, and as shown in Figure 22, may be a Stirling engine power generator. In some embodiments, the element that requires fuel 102 may be a different type of power generator. In some embodiments, the power module 1600 may not include an element that requires fuel

102 As shown, the energy module 1600 may also include at least one furnace 190. The furnace 190, in some embodiments, is projected off the side of the structure module 1500 and can be heated by residual heat of the element requiring fuel 102 as shown in the example mode. A 1900 store module can also be included.

The modality of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 in Figure 22 also includes a water module 1100 as mentioned above. As shown, the water module 1100 may include a single water device which in the example mode is a water distillation device 122. Other modalities of water modules 1100, such as but not limited to those described above, may include a single water device or two or more water devices. In some modalities of modalities where the structure module 1500 is a 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (10x8x8) shipping container, the water module 1100 may include a single water device because the structure module 1500 is relatively small.

Referring now also to Figure 23, a cross section taken on line 23-23 of the example resource kiosk 10 shown in Figure 21 is shown. As shown, the source water reservoir 124 of the water module 1100 may be located under the lili floor of the water module 1100. In some embodiments, the lili floor of the water module 1100 may extend across the entire length of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, a fuel storage tank 104 is located under the lili floor.

Referring now also to Figure 24, a front view of the mode of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 shown in Figure 21 is shown. Some modalities, such as the modality shown in Figures 24, include a store module 1900 including shelving / presenters 198 and various storage areas 100. In some embodiments, including the embodiment of Figure 24, the refrigerator 160 of the cooling module 1300 may include a transparent front so that the products in the refrigerator 160 can be seen by potential customers. In some embodiments, a charging station 800 may also be included as a part of the store module 1900 as depicted in Figure 24.

Referring now also to Figure 25, another modality of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is shown. Some modalities of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10, such as the modality represented in Figure 25, include a structure module 1500. In some embodiments, the structure module 1500 may be a 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (10x8x8ft) shipping container as in Figure 25. A communication module 1800 and cooling module 1300 can also be included in some modes. The resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include an energy module 1600. The energy module 1600 in some embodiments may not include an element that requires fuel 102 but rather may include one or more solar panels 702. The solar panels 702, in some embodiments, for example the embodiment shown in Figure 25, may be arranged on top of the roof of the structure module 1500 and may be held in place by several solar panel support beams 1610. In some embodiments , and as shown in Figure 25, the power module 1600 may include a charging station 800 that may be located in a door 16 of the structure module 1500. As shown in Figure 25, one or more storage areas 100 may also be included in some modalities of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, storage areas 100 may be included as an optional component of the storage module. 1600 power. In some embodiments, storage areas 100 may be used to store rechargeable batteries, rechargeable lighting units, etc. which can be given, can be sold, or can be rented to the local population.

Referring now also to Figure 26 a main view of the modality of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 shown in Figure 25 is shown. The roof of the structure module 1500, the satellite receiver 1802 the communications module 1800, and the solar panels 702 of the power module 1600 have been removed in Figure 26 so that the interior layout of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can Be seen easily. In some modes, including the mode shown in Figure 26, a battery bank module 1200 may be included. In some embodiments, a cooling module 1300 extends through a first partition wall 101 as it does in Figure 26. The refrigerator module 1300 may include a refrigerator 160 and a medical refrigeration section 168. In some embodiments, the medical refrigeration section 168 may be completely segregated from the refrigerator 160 as shown, for example, in Figure 26. In some embodiments, the medical refrigeration section 168 may be on the opposite side of the first dividing wall. 101 to help prevent cross contamination.

Referring still to Figure 26, in some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include a water module 1100. In some embodiments, the water module 1100 may include a product water tank 144 as it does in Figure 26. In some embodiments, the water module 1100 may also include two (or more) water devices which, in some embodiments, may be water distillation devices 122. Some modalities, such as the modality shown in Figs. 26, include a gas station 1120 in the water module 1100 that can be accessible from outside the structure module 1500. The water module 1100 can include two water devices in some modalities , for example, in some modalities where an element that requires fuel 102 is not included, leaving additional space available in the structure module 1500.

Referring still to Figure 26, in some embodiments, two storage areas 100 may be coupled to doors 16 in a part of the structure module 1500. Such storage areas 100 may be included as an optional component of a water module 1100 and can be used to store product 940 water containers (see Figure 11), filters, etc. Some embodiments may include any number of storage areas 100 as part of a storage module.

Referring also to Figure 27, a cross-sectional view taken on line 27-27 of the example resource kiosk 10 shown in Figure 26 is shown. In some embodiments, including the mode shown in Figure 27, the water module 1100 includes a source water reservoir 124. As shown, the source water reservoir 124 may be disposed under the lili floor of the water module 1100. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir 124 may be arranged on the roof of the structure module 1500 and / or under the solar panels 702.

Referring also to Figures 28 to 39, another modality of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is shown. The modality of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 can function as a business enterprise. The resource distribution kiosk 10 in Figures 28 to 39 is configured to include electricity and can provide drinking water to the surrounding population. Additionally, the kiosk for the distribution of resources is arranged so that it can function as a social center. For purposes of illustration, example, and / or clarity, some views in Figure 28 to 38 do not include some components represented in other views of the specific example kiosk for resource distribution 10.

As shown in Figure 28, the example kiosk for resource distribution 10 includes a housing 12. In some embodiments, the housing 12 can be a 6m x 2.4m x 2.4m (10x8x8) shipping container. The housing 12 can be constructed of COR-TEN steel in some modalities, however, in several other modalities; the housing 12 can be constructed of other materials. The housing of the shipping container 12 may be modified and includes one or more of the features described herein.

In various embodiments, the housing 12 may include a door 16 disposed on the right side (with respect to Figure 28) of the housing 12 and is shown in an open position in Figure 28. In some embodiments, the door 16 is a door Insulated steel that can be 0.9 m (3 ') wide and 2m (6'8) high. In some embodiments, the dimensions of and the material that forms the door 16 may vary. Door 16 can be configured to be opened from the inside unlike standard container doors and thus can provide an important safety feature. In several embodiments, the door 16 may include a handle instead of a knob to increase the robustness of the door 16.

In some embodiments, a 2000 board and several other panels 2002 may be mounted in the housing 12. Among several other uses, the board 2000 may, for example, be used for educational purposes. The entrepreneur can also use the 2000 blackboard to announce a sale or to list prices for various goods sold and provided by the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In several embodiments, the 2002 panels can be made of a material such as Alumicore or Alumalite. In some modalities, the 2002 panels can be used for advertising and / or marketing. In some modalities, the 2002 panels can be used as billboards that can be rented by locals or others to advertise a product or service. In some modalities, the employer can use the 2002 panels to advertise the goods sold by the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some modalities, at least one 2002 panel can be used as a community board where, in some modalities , users may advertise items that may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following :, news, messages, and / or classified ads. In several embodiments, the panels 2002 and the board 2000 can be attached to the housing 12 with clamps. In some embodiments, weatherproof fasteners can be used to join the panels 2002 and the board 2000. In several modes, panels 2002 and the board 2000 can provide any number of other convenient functions. In several embodiments, the panels 2002 and the board 2000 can be of any convenient size or shape. The number of blackboards 2000 and panels 2002 can vary in several modalities. In several embodiments, the board 2000 or the boards 2000 and the panels 2002 can be arranged in the housing 12 in any convenient location. In some embodiments, the board 2000 or the boards 2000 and / or the panels 2002 can be attached to an auxiliary structure of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

The kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may, in some embodiments, also include a service window 2004. The service window 2004 may allow customers to purchase goods from an entrepreneur / user stationed within the housing 12. In modalities, the window 2004 service can be approximately 2.4 m (8 ') wide and 109.22 cm (43) high. The dimensions of the 2004 service window in other modalities that include a 2004 service window may vary. In some embodiments, a steel roll door 2006 may be included. The roll door 2006 can be lowered, as shown, to cover the service window 2004 and ensure that the housing 12 cannot be entered through the service window 2004, for example, when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business. The roll door 2006 can be rolled up when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is open for business. In several embodiments, the roll door 2006 can be locked or unlocked in its unwound position. In some embodiments, the latch or lock mechanism can only be accessible from inside the housing 12, which may be desirable / beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, inhibiting / preventing the possibility of impermissible entry. In other embodiments, the 2004 service window can be covered and can be secured by any number of other convenient means. Some modalities may include more than one 2004 service window.

Referring still to figures 28 to 39, in various embodiments, a television 300 can also be included in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 represented. Television 300 may be any convenient variety of television 300, including, but not limited to, a flat screen television. As shown, television 300 can be mounted on a swing arm 2008 to allow secure storage inside / inside the housing 12 when the resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business. The rocker arm 2008 may allow the television 300 to swing from the inside of the housing 12 to the outside of the housing 12. In some embodiments, when it is in place outside the housing 12, the rocker arm 2008 may be designed to lock in position. In several embodiments, the rocker arm 2008 may include several handrails or handholding areas to allow the television 300 to be more easily rotated to a desired position. In some embodiments, the rocker arm 2008 may allow the television 300 to be rotated to a position visible from outside the housing 12 when the television 300 is inside the housing 12 and when the television is outside the housing 12. In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include at least one recorded media player, which may include, but is not limited to, one or more DVD players and / or a VHS player, or another. media player, so that media can be played on television 300.

Referring still to figures 28 to 39, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may, in some embodiments, include a service counter 2010. The service desk 2010 may extend through at least a portion of the front of the housing 12. In some embodiments, the service desk 2010 can extend from the right bank of the service window 2004 to the right bank of the leftmost panel 2002. The service counter 2010 can also be located along the lower edge of the service window 2004. In several embodiments, at least a portion of the service desk 2010 can be extended inside the housing 12. In various embodiments, The top of the service desk 2010 can be covered with a durable material such as 316 stainless steel, and in several other embodiments, the material can be any durable material or other material. In some embodiments, passivation can be used to remove undesirable weld marks and increase the life of the material. In several modalities, the service counter 2010 can be attached to the housing 12 by clamps and / or fasteners resistant to improper handling, or, in several other modalities, any type of fixing mechanism can be used. In such embodiments, the clamps can be placed under the service desk 2010 so that they are hidden from view. In some modalities, the corners of the 2010 service counter can be rounded to help prevent injuries.

Referring still to Figures 28 to 39, some modalities may include a lower service counter 2012. In such modalities, the lower service desk 2012 may be attached to the service desk 2010 or may be separated from the service desk 2010. In some modalities, the lowest service desk 2012 can be attached to the service desk 2010. In some embodiments, the lowest service counter 2012 may be located a few inches from the lower edge of the housing 12. In some embodiments, the lowest service desk 2012 may include holes or perforations to allow water to drain through the service counter lowest 2012.

In several modalities, at least one, or, in some modalities, as in the modality shown in Figures 28 to 39, two water spouts 2014 can be placed above the lowest service counter 2012. In several modalities, the spigots of 2014 water can be used by a consumer to fill a container such as the 940 product product water containers shown in Figure 11. A user can place a container on the lower service counter under a 2014 spigot to fill it. In several modalities, the water splashed from the 2014 water spouts can be allowed to drain through the holes or perforations in the lower service counter 2012.

In several modalities, an external exit 2016 accessible from outside I of the housing 12 can be included. In some embodiments, the external output 2016 may be arranged below the service counter 2010. In other embodiments, the external output 2016 may be placed in any other convenient location. In several modalities, the external output 2016 can be used for many melons, which may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: to provide power to a laptop, to charge a phone, to recharge one or more batteries In several embodiments, the external outlet 2016 may be embedded in the housing 12 so that it is at the same level as the outer surface of the housing 12. In some modalities, there may be multiple external outputs 2016. In some modalities, the external output 2016 may be included in a junction box with a cover that can be closed. The cover may include openings to allow any cable connected to the external output 2016 to pass through the cover.

In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include a charging station 800 (see, for example, Figure 10). The charging station 800 may allow the entities / users to charge phones, laptops, batteries, flashlights, and / or any other rechargeable devices. The charging station 800 in some modes can be accessible from outside the housing 12. In some embodiments, the charging station 800 can only be accessible from inside the housing 12.

In several embodiments, the rear side of the housing 12 (see Figure 29) may include one or more panels 2002. The housing 12 may also include one or more openings 24. The openings 24 may be similar to those described in relation to the Figures 1 to 5 or elsewhere within this disclosure. The openings 24 can serve to contribute to the regulation of the internal temperature of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In various embodiments, the housing 12 may include several holes 2018 to allow several lines, cables, conduits, and other devices, to enter and exit the housing 12. In various embodiments, at least one of the holes 2018 may have a cover water tight

In several embodiments, the side of the housing 12 (see Figure 30) includes a door 16. The door 16 in Figure 30 is shown as slightly open. The service desk 2010, the lowest service desk 2012 and the 2014 spigot are also visible. The side of the housing 12 also includes an opening 24.

Figure 31 shows a detailed view of the 2019 portion of Figure 30. As shown, a 2020 rain channel can be attached to the main edge of the housing 12. In some embodiments, the 2020 rain channels can be connected to the upper edge of the housing 12 on all sides of the housing 12. In other embodiments, the rain channels 2020 may only be present at the front and the back of the housing 12. As shown, in several embodiments, the 2020 rain gutter can be sealed against the upper part of the housing 12. Any suitable sealant can be used to seal the 2020 rain gutters against the housing 12. In some embodiments, the sealant can be a silicone sealant. In some embodiments, the 2020 rain channels can be attached to the housing 12 by fasteners resistant to tampering. The 2020 rain channels can be open at both ends as shown. In some embodiments, the 2020 rain channels can, for example, be made of 16 gauge steel sheet.

In some embodiments, the exterior lighting (not shown) can be attached to the rain channel 2020 or below the rain channel 2020. The exterior lighting can, for example, be strings or strips of LED light of 12V CD that are fixed to the lower side of each rain channel 2020. Such lighting may allow the area surrounding the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 to be illuminated. Additionally, such lighting may be used to illuminate the panels 2002 that are connected to the exterior of the housing 12. In some embodiments, the exterior lighting may run along the entire front and the rear edge of the housing 12. In some embodiments, The exterior lighting can be weatherproof and in some modes, it can be enclosed in a protective envelope to prevent damage or theft. In some specific modalities, the exterior lighting can produce approximately 2400 lumens in front and on the rear side of the housing 12, sufficient to generate the recommended light level for reading 30 lumens by 0.09 m² (square foot) anywhere within 1.5m (five feet) of the illuminated sides of housing 12.

Referring now also to Figure 32, the cross section is taken on line 32-32 of Figure 30 along the vertical longitudinal central plane of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The cross section provides a view of the wall front interior of the housing 12 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The service window 2004 can be seen in section through the front wall of the housing 12. The roll door 2006 shown in Figure 28 is not present in Figure 32. As shown, the service counter 2010 which is mounted at the bottom of the service window 2004 extends inside the housing 12. The door 16 on the left side of the housing 12 (with respect to Figure 32) is shown in an open position.

Referring still to Figure 32, in several embodiments, the front inner wall of the housing 12 may include one or more shelves, or in some embodiments, several sets of shelves 2022. In the example embodiment shown in Figures 28 to 39 two 2022 shelf assemblies are included in the front interior wall of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. These 2022 shelves can be used by the entrepreneur / user to store products, goods, etc. The 2022 shelves can be height adjustable. In some embodiments, the 2022 shelves can be constructed of polyurethane coated plywood. A storage cabinet 2024 that is positioned against the inner front wall of the housing 12 can also be included in some modalities of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the storage cabinet 2024 can be locked.

In several embodiments, a first partition wall 101 may be included, which is also shown in Figure 32. The first partition wall 101 divides the interior of the housing 12 into two sections. The first partition wall 101 can be constructed of steel framing members and polyurethane coated plywood and can be insulated. In several embodiments, one of the sections may be relatively small while the other is relatively large. The smaller section may function as a storage area 100. In some embodiments, the smaller section may function as a storage area 100 for several batteries in a battery bank 230. The largest section of the kiosk for resource distribution 10 can function as a business space for the entrepreneur / user. As shown, the storage area 100 can be accessed by a door 16 on the right side of the housing 12. The door 16 on the right side of the housing 12 can be a standard shipping container barn type door and is shown closed in Figure 32. However, in various embodiments, the door can be any type of door with any design . In several other modalities, the number or use of divided areas may vary.

Referring now also to Figure 33, another cross-sectional view is shown. The cross-sectional view is taken on line 33-33 of Figure 29 and provides a view of the lower top of the layout of the resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39. The service counter 2010 it is shown extending inside the housing 12 and extending outside away from the outside of the housing 12. The holes and / or perforations in the lower service counter 2012 are also shown in Figure 33.

In several embodiments, an inner wall 2028 can also be included inside the housing 12. The inner wall 2028 can be constructed of steel and plywood framing members in some specific embodiments. In such embodiments, plywood can be coated with a finish that provides protection against mold and rot. The inner wall 2028 can be positioned approximately in the center of the largest business section of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The inner wall 2028 can be positioned so that the inner wall 2028 is visible to a customer by the 2004 service window (see Figure 32). The inner wall 2028 may include any number of shelves, adjustable shelf 2030, shelves, hooks, and / or other means for displaying goods and products. In some embodiments, the inner wall 2028 may run parallel to the inner front and rear walls of the housing 12.

The lighting 2032 for the interior of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is also shown in Figure 33. In various embodiments, the lighting 2032 may include LED strip lights of 24V of CD of various lengths. In other embodiments, the lighting 2032 can be of any convenient type and of any desired number of lights. As shown, in some embodiments, five strips of LED lights can be placed on the roof of the large, business section of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. A relatively long LED strip of lights can be located in the smaller area of storage 100 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, lighting 2032 may be recessed in the ceiling inside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 which may be beneficial / desirable for many reasons, including, but not limited to, providing protection against damage. In some embodiments, the output of lighting 2032 can be priced to produce 6400 lumens in the largest business section and 1200 lumens in storage area 100. In other embodiments, the illumination inside the housing 12 may be sufficient to produce at least 50 lumens per 0.09 m² (square foot). In various embodiments, the amount of illumination and the output of the illumination may vary and may be more or less than described herein.

Referring also to Figure 34, a cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 is shown, taken along line 34-34 of Figure 29. As shown, the service window 2004 and the roll door 2006 can be seen in Figure 34. The roll door 2006 is shown in a rolled position. A customer / user standing at the service desk 2010 and looking through the service window 2004 can have a free view of any good shown on the adjustable shelf 2030 in the interior wall 2028 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The shelves 2022 in the front inner wall of the housing 12 may not be visible to a customer looking through the service window 2004.

Referring now also to Figure 35 represents another cross-sectional view of the exemplary resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 taken on line 33-33 of Figure 29. The electrical arrangement of the roof is shown in Figure 35. As shown, the lighting 2032 can be driven by an appropriate transformer 2040. For example, if the resource distribution kiosk 10 was to be deployed in South Africa and extract power from the grid, the transformer can be a 230V AC transformer, 50 Hz capable of producing 24V CD for 2032 lighting. However , depending on the location of the kiosk 10, the transformer may vary.

Referring also to Figure 36, another cross-sectional view of the example resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 taken on line 32-32 of Figure 30. The electrical arrangement on the wall is shown front interior of the housing 12 in Figure 36. As shown, a switch 2050 can be included to control the lighting 2032 described also in reference to Figure 35. In some embodiments, the switch 2050 can be wired so that it controls both the interior lighting 2032 as well as the exterior lighting of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The light switch 2050 can include two joggers, rockers, pushbuttons, etc. one that controls the interior lighting 2032 and the other that controls the exterior lighting. The light switch 2050 can be wired differently in other modes. In several embodiments, the light switch may vary and / or the wiring of the light switches may vary.

Referring still to Figure 36, As shown, in several embodiments, a storage area light switch 2052 can also be included in the storage area 100 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In such embodiments, the switch Light storage area 2052 can control only the lighting 2032 in the storage area 100 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

The light switch of the storage area 2052 can be a rocker, rocker, push button, or any other convenient type of switch. The storage area 100 also includes a passage opening 2054 for wiring the exterior lighting of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. An appropriate transformer 2056 for driving the external lighting is also included in the storage area 100 in the mode of example. Several other 2058 junction boxes and 2060 outputs can also be included.

Referring now also to Figure 37, another cross-sectional view of the resource distribution kiosk 10 is shown in Figures 28 to 39 taken on line 37-37 of Figure 30 is shown. As shown, the cross section shows the electrical arrangement of the rear inner wall of the housing 12. The rear interior wall of the housing 12 may, in some embodiments, include a passage opening 2070 for wiring to the exterior lighting similar to the front interior wall shown in Figure 36. In several embodiments, near the passage opening 2070, a 2072 appropriate transformer to boost outdoor lighting can also be included.

In several embodiments, several junction boxes 2074 may be included in the rear inner wall of the housing 12. Each junction box shown 2074 may have its own dedicated power supply line, as shown in the modality shown in Figure 37. of junction boxes 2074 can provide the energy for a water device such as a steam compression water distillation device. One or more of the other junction boxes 2074 can provide power for at least one water pump.

In several embodiments, a circuit breaker panel 2076 can also be included in the resource distribution kiosk 10 depicted in Figures 28 to 39. As shown in Figure 37, in several embodiments, the circuit breaker panel 2076 can be located in the storage area 100 on the inner rear wall of the housing 12. In several modalities, all the electrical energy for the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can be directed by the circuit breaker panel 2076.

In some embodiments, at least one opening may be included. In some embodiments, two openings 24 may be included, as shown in Figure 37. As shown, one of the openings 24 may be located in the storage area 100. The opening 24 located in the storage area 100 may include an exhaust fan (not shown) to blow hot air out of storage area 100. The exhaust fan can help blow the heat generated by a battery bank 230 (see, for example, Figure 32) out of the housing 12. Some embodiments may also include an air intake opening (not shown) in communication with storage area 100 for easier ventilation. In some modes that include an exhaust fan, the exhaust fan may have an average energy use of not more than 65 watts, however, in several modes, the watts used by an exhaust fan may vary and in some modes, be greater than or less than 65.

Referring now also to Figure 38, another cross-sectional view of the example resource kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 taken on line 33-33 of Figure 29 is shown. The cross section provides a top view of the kiosk below for the distribution of resources 10. The resource distribution kiosk 10 in Figure 38 is provided so that it can function as a business, clean water provider, and social center.

As shown, in some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a service desk 2010 and a lower service desk 2012 that has holes or perforations therein. The lowest serving counter 2012 can be positioned under two 2014 spindles. The roll door 2006 for the service window 2004 (shown in Figure 32) is also shown in Figure 38. Television 300 is coupled to one arm. swingarm 2008. The rocker arm 2008 is positioned so that the television 300 is outside the housing 12 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 and is visible by customers / users around the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. A storage cabinet 2024, which It can be included in some modalities, it is also shown in the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 and is positioned along the front inner wall of the housing 12. Additionally, an interior wall 2028 with adjustable shelf 2030 attached thereto is also shown in Figure 38. A battery bank 230 is also arranged in the storage area 100 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 in the mode shown. In several embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may also include a refrigerator 160. Refrigerator 160 may have a transparent door to allow customers to view the contents of refrigerator 160 when looking inside the kiosk for resource distribution 10 of the service desk 2010.

In some embodiments, there may be seats (not shown) included within the housing 12 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The seats can provide a place for the entrepreneur / user to feel when working within the kiosk for distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the seats may, for example, be a stool that is located between the service counter 2010 and the interior wall and the 2030 adjustable shelf. In several embodiments, a seating area can also be included outside the housing 12 of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

The modalities of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 may also include a water distillation device 122, source water reservoir 124, and two product water reservoirs 144. Water distillation device 122 may treat water that comes from the source water reservoir 124 to create clean and safe product water that is then stored in the two product water tanks 144. The source water reservoir 124 and the product water reservoirs 144 may be placed behind the interior wall 2028 so that they are hidden from view of the customers at the service desk 2010 looking inside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 .

Referring also to Figure 39, another cross-sectional view of the example kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 taken on line 34-34 of Figure 29. The kiosk mode for the distribution of Resources 10 in Figure 39 is supplied in the same manner as in Figure 38. One of the product water reservoirs 144 is shown in Figure 39. A portion of the water distillation device 122 is also shown in Figure 39. An interior wall 2028 with adjustable shelf 2030 is also shown in Figure 39. A storage cabinet 2024 and shelf 2022 under the service counter 2010 are also included. in the example kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The roll door 2006 for the service window 2004 is wound up and the swing arm 2008 is rotated so that the television 300 is visible to the teeth / users outside the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

In some embodiments, the resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 may vary. The resource distribution kiosk 10 may include a solar panel array 2202 (see, for example, Figure 41) or another power generator. Some of the components or features of the resource distribution kiosk 10 shown in Figures 28 to 39 may not be included in some modalities. Also, some modalities may include additional features or components, for example, any of those described herein.

Referring now also to Figures 40A to 40C, in various embodiments, a water purification system 2100 can be used. The water purification system 2100 can serve to purify contaminated or dirty water from a source in drinking water for a surrounding community. A water purification system 2100 for a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may include several pumps, tanks, and a purification device. Such a water purification system 2100 can also include several valves and pipe lines. Additionally, such water purification system 2100 may also include means for automatically controlling when at least one of the pumps is on / off or when at least one of the valves is open or closed. In several modalities, a distributor can also be included. A water purification system 2100 for a resource distribution kiosk 10 can also include at least one filter and at least one sensor. The at least one filter can be any type of filter, including, but not limited to, one or more of the following: a sieve, a particulate filter and / or a carbon filter. The at least one sensor can detect one or more, but not limited to, the following: water quality:, liquid levels, volume of water distributed, and / or water pressure. Some modalities may also include at least one sampling port from which samples can be extracted to have their measured quality. Several components of the 2100 water purification system can be chosen or configured to be durable, usable by untrained personnel, and to require minimal maintenance.

As shown, the water purification system 2100 includes a water source 2102. The water source 2102 can be any water source 2102 including, but not limited to, a pond, a lake, a river, a stream, a stream puddle, a well, municipal water and / or the ocean. Water source 2102 may be contaminated. In some embodiments, water is pumped from water source 2102 to at least one source water reservoir 124 by a source water pump 130. The source water pump 130 may be any suitable source water pump 130 such as, but not limited to, any of those described above with respect to Figures 1 to 5. The source water pump 130 may be controlled by a housing of 2117 electronic circuits with a relay that changes the water pump 130 to on and off. As shown, the source water reservoir 124 may include a source water liquid level sensor 2104 that can disconnect the power relay for the source water pump 130. When the level of the water in the source water reservoir 124 is low, the 2014 source water liquid level sensor can turn on the source 130 water pump. When the water level in the source water reservoir 124 is high, the source water liquid level sensor 2104 can disconnect the relay and change the source water pump 130 to off. The source water liquid level sensor 2104 may be any convenient liquid level sensor described herein, for example, those described with respect to Figures 1 to 5.

A source water can travel from at least one source water reservoir 124 to a water purification device that can be a water distillation device 122. The water purification system may include at least one filter (which may include any of the filters described herein). In some embodiments, the source water may pass through one or more source water filters 2106 on its way to the water distillation device 122. Preferably, in embodiments that include source water filters 2106, source water filters 2106 may be removable or otherwise disassembled to allow them to be cleaned and reused. Source water filters 2106 can help remove sand, sand grains, organic materials, and other particles from source water. In some embodiments, the example water purification system 2100 may not include a source water reservoir 124 and instead pump directly from the water source 2102 to the water purification device as necessary.

In various embodiments, the water distillation device 122 may be any water distillation device, including, but not limited to, any water distillation device described in Appendix B.

Still referring to Figures 40A to 40C, the source water filters 2106 in the water purification system 2100 can be placed downstream of a source water reservoir pump 2108. This can help protect the water reservoir pump. source 2108 and the water purification device downstream of the water reservoir pump source 2108 for damage and clogging. In some embodiments, the source water reservoir pump 2108 can be controlled by a water distillation device 122 so that the source water reservoir pump 2108 ensures that the proper water level is maintained in the water distillation device 122. In some specific embodiments, a water distillation device 122 can control the source water reservoir pump 2108 by supplying pulse width modulated energy to the engine of the source water reservoir pump 2108.

When the source water reaches the water distillation device 122 or other water purification device, the water is distilled or otherwise cleaned and made potable. The clean / potable product water can then travel to at least one product water reservoir 144. The water can also pass at least one water parameter sensor 2109 on its way to at least one product water reservoir 144. Water parameter sensor 2109 can measure water quality and prevent water from entering at least one product water tank 144 if water quality is considered unacceptable. In some embodiments, the water parameter sensor 2109 may be included as part of the water purification device. In some embodiments, it is possible that there is a water parameter sensor 2109 in the water purification device and in the line of the water purification device at least one product water reservoir 144. In some embodiments, the water sensor Water parameter 2109 can be a conductivity sensor. In some embodiments, it is possible that there is both a water parameter sensor 2109 in the water purification device as well as in the line of the water purification device at least one product water tank 144.

In some embodiments, the water purification system 2100 may include at least one, and in some embodiments, two product water reservoirs 144. In embodiments where the water purification device is a water distillation device 122 a water system Return water drain or purge 2110 can also be included. The purge water drain system 2110 can be configured to remove the purge water or otherwise rejected water from the water purification system 2100 in accordance with any applicable standard.

In several embodiments, the at least one product water reservoir 144 and at least one source water reservoir 124 may be any of the varieties of reservoirs described herein. In some embodiments, the at least one product water reservoir 144 and the at least one source water reservoir 124 may each be tanks having a maximum filling volume of 966.45 I (255 gallons). However, in several other modalities, the maximum filling volume may be less than or greater than 966.45 I (255 gallons). In some embodiments, the tanks may be of any form, including, but not limited to, substantially cylindrical and / or cylindrical. The at least one product water tank 144 may be constructed of a material that is certified to store drinking water. In some embodiments, the at least one product water reservoir 144 and at least one source water reservoir 124 may be made of broken-molded polyethene, however, in several other embodiments, other materials may be used. In some embodiments, the at least one source water reservoir 124 may be of a different color than the at least one product water reservoir 144 to make it visually obvious with a quick glance which reservoir is filled with source water and which is filled of clean product water.

In some embodiments, the two product water reservoirs 144 can be arranged so that one can be stopped for cleaning while the other can still sell water to a consumer / user. In some embodiments of the water purification system 2100 the two product water reservoirs 144 may be fluidly connected. The fluid connection between the two product water reservoirs 144 may include a valve 2112 that can isolate one of the product water reservoirs 144 from the other. This valve 2112 may, in some embodiments, be a manual valve 2112. However, in several embodiments, the valve 2112 may be an automatic / active valve. The valve 2112 can be actuated to isolate one of the product water tanks 144 so that the product water insulated tank 144 can be cleaned. This may allow the water purification system 2100 to retain the ability to store product water even during the cleaning of a product water tank 144. In some embodiments, the at least one source water reservoir 124 and the at least one product water reservoir 144 may include an access port such as a lid for easy cleaning.

In several embodiments, at least one of the at least one product water reservoir 144 can include a product water liquid level sensor 2114. The product water liquid level sensor 2114 can be configured to determine when energy can be supplied to a product 2116 water distribution pump. The product water distribution pump 2116 can pump water out of at least one product water tank 144 and a product water container for the consumer 940. In some embodiments, an electronic component box 2117 with a relay can be included in water purification system

2100 The relay can be disconnected so that the power to the product water distribution pump 2116 is turned off when the water level in the at least one product water tank 144 is low. The product water liquid level sensor 2114 may be any convenient liquid level sensor, such as any of those described herein with respect to Figures 1 to 5. In some embodiments with multiple product water reservoirs 144, each product water reservoir 144 may have a product water liquid level sensor 2114. In such embodiments, during cleaning, the product water liquid level sensor 2114 in the Water tank product 144 that is cleaned may be incapacitated so that it cannot disconnect a relay for a distribution pump 2116.

In some embodiments of the water purification system 2100, the product 2116 water distribution pump may be capable of supplying water to a user at a rate of approximately 11.37 I (3 gallons) per minute. In other embodiments, different product 2116 water distribution pumps capable of achieving other flow rates can be used. When water is not removed from the water purification system 2100 by a user, the product water distribution pump 2116 can pressurize water in the line of at least one product water tank 144 to the product water distributors 2118 to a default / pre-programmed threshold. In some modalities, the threshold can be approximately 3.15 kg / cm² (45 psi), however, in several other modalities, the threshold may be more than or less than 3.15 kg / cm² (45 psi). After the product 2116 water distribution pump has pressurized the water to the appropriate pressure, the product 2116 water distribution pump can be shut down. In other embodiments, the product water distribution pump 2116 can pressurize the water in the line to any other convenient fixed point. In some modes, the threshold may be adjustable by the user.

Referring now also to Figure 40D, in several embodiments, the product water reservoir 144 may include a housing 3002, which in various embodiments may be made of any material, including, but not limited to, plastic and / or metal that They may include, but are not limited to, stainless steel. In some embodiments, the product water tank 144 may include at least one product water liquid level sensor 2114 and at least one check valve 3006 connected to a water line 3000. In some embodiments, the water tank Product may include a second water level sensor (not shown). In several embodiments, the source reservoir 124 may include at least one liquid level sensor, and in several embodiments, the source reservoir 124 may include two liquid level sensors, wherein a liquid level sensor may be located nearby. from the bottom of the tank (As shown in Figure 40D) to determine if there is liquid in the tank, and a second liquid level sensor located near the top of the tank (not shown) to determine if the tank is full. In several modalities, when the tank is full, additional liquid will not be added to the tank.

The product water reservoirs 144 can be configured to allow water to be taken out from the top of the product water reservoir 144 so that no water line leaves the bottom of the tanks where leaks can cause water loss. Self-priming pumps that can draw water up to at least the height of the top of the product water reservoir 144 can drain the tanks. The water line 3000 connected to the pump extends from the top of the product water tank 144 to the bottom of the product water tank 144. This allows the product water tank 144 to be completely drained. Once this pump and the water line 3000 are primed with water, the priming can be maintained with a check valve 3006 at the end of the water line 3000 at the bottom of the product water tank 144. The check valve 3006 does not allow water to drain back to the product water tank 144 so that even when the water level in the product water tank 144 drips, the water line 3000 remains full of water, and the water line 3000 remain barley.

A pump between the product water tank 144 and the product water distributor 2118 can generate pressure to distribute water. However, the pump should not be on when the water is not distributed. A pressure sensor between the pump and the product 2118 water distributor can determine when the water is distributed. When the product 2118 water distributor is open and the pump is on, the pressure will be low. If the product 2118 water distributor is closed and the pump is on, the pressure will be high. If the pump is a positive displacement pump, the pressure in the water line will be maintained as long as the product water distributor 2118 remains closed. A pressure switch can be used with a positive displacement pump to turn on the pump when the pressure is low and turn it off when the pressure is high. When the product 2118 water distributor is open, the pressure will drop, and the pump will turn on. Then the water will be distributed. When the product 2118 water distributor is closed, the pressure in the water line will increase until the preset value of the pressure switch is reached, and the pump will shut down. The positive displacement pump will remain off until the pressure in the water line decreases when the product water distributor 2118 is opened. This system and method of maintaining the barley pump is beneficial / desirable for many reasons. For example, if the pump loses bait, the pressure in the line will drop and the pump will turn on and not turn off. This is because the pump will not be able to generate the preset pressure level to signal the pump to shut down. As a continuous operation of the pump will damage or wear down the pump, it is beneficial / desirable to keep the pump barley. In some modalities, a water level sensor can be used. The water sensor can ensure that the pump will shut down before all the water is removed from the product 144 water tank and that the pump pulls air and loses the bait.

As mentioned above, in several embodiments, the water purification system 2100 may include product 2118 water distributors that may in some embodiments be spigots. A user or the entrepreneur may be able to turn on the product 2118 water distributors. In some embodiments, only the entrepreneur may be able to turn on the product 2118 water distributor. In some embodiments, product 2118 water distributors may be removed from or blocked within 2100. This may be beneficial / desirable to prevent vandalism or theft of product water when a resource distribution kiosk 10 is closed for business. . When the product water distributors 2118 are turned on, the example water purification system 2100 can sell product water to a user so that a user can fill one or more containers of product water for the consumer 940. In embodiments where the 2118 product water distributors can be removed from the 2100 water purification system, a self-sealing quick disconnect can be included at the junction point of the 2118 product water distributors. In several modalities, the 2118 product water distributors (and other hardware in the fluid path) can be made of FDA-certified food grade materials and / or materials certified by the National Health Foundation ( National Sanitation Foundation). However, in other embodiments, the materials used may vary. In some embodiments, 2218 product water distributors may include aerators.

In several embodiments, the water purification system 2100 may also include at least one UV filter 2120. The UV filter 2120 treats product water before it is distributed to the user by the product water distributor 2118. Some modalities may not include a 2120 UV filter. Some embodiments may include multiple 2120 UV filters arranged in various locations within a 2100 water purification system.

In some embodiments including at least two product water tanks 144, the lines of each product water tank 144 to the product water distributors 2118 may be independent and isolated from each other. Each product water tank 144 can also have its own dedicated product 2118 water distributor. This may be desirable / beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, the ability to prevent the distribution of water from a product water reservoir 144 while being serviced, cleaned or otherwise off-line. For example, the dedicated product water distributor 2118 can be removed thus preventing a consumer from distributing water from the product water tank 144.

Other embodiments of a 2100 water purification system may vary. In some embodiments, the 2100 water purification system includes several reservoirs, pipe lines, drains, valves, filters, pumps, etc. In various embodiments, the water purification system 2100 includes a source water reservoir 124. The source water reservoir 124 can be filled with water from a water source 2102 (see, for example, Figure 40A) through a line of pipe 2130. A source water pump 130 (see, for example, Figure 40A) may also be included to drive water through the pipeline 2130 to the source water reservoir 124. The pipeline 2130 may also include at least one filter 2132. In some embodiments that include filter 2132, filters 2132 may be removable or otherwise disassembled to allow them to be cleaned and reused. 2132 filters can help remove sand, sand grains, organic materials, and other water particles. In some embodiments, the filter may include a carbon filter. In some embodiments, the filter can be a filter of any dimension and can be made of any material. In several embodiments, the pipeline 2130 can also include a valve 2134. The valve 2134 can be automatically actuated or can be operated manually. As shown, valve 2134 is a solenoid valve 2134. Valve 2134 can be turned on or off depending on the level of water in the source water reservoir 124.

The source water reservoir 124 may include at least one source water liquid level sensor 2104. Two source water liquid level sensors 2104 may be included in several modalities. The source water liquid level sensors depicted 2104 are float switches in Figure 40B, but other embodiments may employ other varieties of source water liquid level sensors 2104. The source water liquid level sensor 2104 can be used to automatically operate the valve 2134 to open or close it. The source water liquid level sensor 2104 can also be used to automatically determine when and when not to operate a source water pump 130 (see Figure 40A).

In some embodiments, water can travel from the source water reservoir 124 to a water distillation device 122 through the pipeline 2136. A measuring pump 2138 can be included in the pipeline 2136 to ensure that a flow Appropriate source water is fed to the water distillation device 122. The water distillation device 122 can, by distillation, purify the source water in a potable product. In other embodiments, the water purification system 2100 may not use a water distillation device 122, but rather a water purification device that uses some other methods to purify water in a potable product.

In several embodiments, the water distillation device 122 can be coupled to a return or purge line 2140 and a diverted water line 2142. The return or purge line 2140 and the diverted water line 2142 can allow the rejected water or the concentrate being removed from a water distillation device 122. Both of these lines 2140, 2142 in some embodiments are combined in a single line of pipe 2144. The path to the pipeline 2144 taken by the purge line 2140 and the diverted water line 2142 can be arranged so that pressure may be required to allow the water to return to the water distillation device 122. This may be desirable. beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, preventing such occurrence. The pipeline 2144 is connected to a drain line 2146 that can be connected in communication with a destination for the purge and diverted water. The drain line 2146 may include various traps, discharges, and other features commonly used in the pipe lines. In embodiments that do not include a water distillation device 122, but a different water purification device, the purge line 2140 and the diverted water line 2142 may not be included.

Referring still to Figures 40A to 40C, the water that passed through the water distillation device 122 can be passed through at least one sensor to determine if it is of acceptable quality. In some modalities, two conductivity sensors can be included. In several modalities, more than two conductivity sensors can be included. In other modalities, the sensor or sensors can measure other water parameters to determine their quality. The first conductivity sensor (not shown) may be a part of the water distillation device 122. In some embodiments, both of the first and second conductivity sensors may be part of the water distillation device 122. The first conductivity sensor water may be diverted to the diverted water line 2142 if it is determined that the water produced by the water distillation device 122 is of unacceptable quality. In some modalities, any water that is measured to have a conductance greater than a threshold, for example, 20 microsiemens per centimeter (which, in several other modalities, may vary) can be sent to the diverted water line 2142. The water that passes through the first conductivity sensor can pass to the pipeline 2150 and be fed to a second conductivity sensor 2152. The second conductivity sensor 2152 can act as a backup for the first conductivity sensor and prevent the water produced by the water distillation device 122 from contaminating the product water tanks 144 if the water is considered of unacceptable quality.

Water that is determined to be unacceptable by the second conductivity sensor 2152 can then be moved to the two product water reservoirs 144 along the pipe lines 2154, 2156, and 2158. As shown, a valve 2134 is included in each of pipe lines 2156 and 2158. In some embodiments, these valves 2134 may be manual ball valves 2134. In other embodiments, the valves 2134 in the pipe lines 2156 and 2158 can be any other convenient type of valve 2134. These valves 2134 can be included so that the flow of product water, clean and portable, can be closed in one of the product water tanks 144 so that that product water tank 144 can be cleaned or otherwise serviced.

Referring now also to Figure 40E, in several embodiments, a gravity driven system can be used to evenly distribute water to product water reservoirs 144. In some embodiments, the system may include a single pipeline 2154 that is It feeds on a T 3008 connection with two pipe lines 2156, 2158 that are connected to the product 144 water tanks. To prevent the flow of water from being stopped by a hydraulic lock, in several ways, the system can be arranged so that water continuously flows downhill. The only 2154 pipe line is the highest part of the system. The T 3008 connection is below this single pipe line 2154. The two pipe lines 2156, 2158 of the T 3008 connection to the product water reservoirs 144 both fall continuously in elevation to the product water reservoirs 144. The two pipe lines 2156, 2158 after connection T 3008 have valves 3010, 3012 that allow water to be diverted to one or the other of the product water reservoirs 144. These valves 3010, 3012 may be, in some embodiments, manual but in other modalities can be controlled by an automated system.

The mode of the water purification system 2100 shown includes two product water reservoirs 144. Other modalities may include additional product water reservoirs 144 or may include only a single product water reservoir 144. Some modalities may also include a different number of reservoirs. water source 124. Each of the product water reservoirs 144 includes a product water liquid level sensor 2114 in some embodiments. In other embodiments, each product water reservoir 144 may include more than one product water liquid level sensor 2114. In some embodiments, the product water liquid level sensors 2114 may be float switches. Other modalities may include other varieties of 2114 product liquid water level sensors.

Drinking water stored in product water reservoirs 144 can be distributed to consumers / users. This water can travel outside the product water reservoirs 144 on lines 2160 and 2162. A product water distribution pump 2116 can be included in each of lines 2160 and 2162 to pump the water out of the product water distributors 2118 As shown, product 2118 water distributors can be controlled on or off or disabled by valves 2164 and 2166. In the example mode, valves 2164 and 2166 are manually operated ball valves. In other embodiments, valves 2164 and 2166 can be of any other convenient variety.

In some embodiments, the product water tanks 144, their respective lines 2160 and 2162, and their respective valves 2164 and 2166 can be identified by colors. This may be desirable / beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, that may be useful to visually ensure that a product water reservoir 144 that is cleaned or serviced cannot be used to supply water to a consumer. /user. For example, when a red reservoir of product water 144 is cleaned, any red valve 2134, 2164, 2166 must be in the closed position.

Referring still to Figures 40A to 40C, the water purification system 2100 shown may also include an electrical box 2117. The electrical box 2117 may be in communication with the source water liquid level sensors 2104 and the level sensors of product water liquid 2114. The electrical box 2117 can use liquid level measurements provided by the liquid level sensors 2104 and 2114 to determine when to operate and when not to operate the source water pump 130 and the water distribution pumps 2116. In modes where the sensors Liquid level 2104 and 2114 are float switches, float switches can disconnect a relay in electrical box 2117 causing a related pump to be turned on or off.

In addition and still referring to Figures 40A to 40C, in some embodiments, the electrical box 2117 may also be in communication with one or more valves 2134, 2164, and / or 2166. The electrical box 2117 can actuate the valves 2134, 2164 , and / or 2166 at an open or closed state that depends on the levels detected by the liquid level sensors 2104 and 2114, for example. In some embodiments, the electrical box 2117 can actuate several valves 2134, 2164, and / or 2166 and / or turn several pumps on or off in response to the readings of the first conductivity sensor (not shown) or the second conductivity sensor 2152 .

In several embodiments, each product water reservoir 144 includes an overflow release 2168. In some embodiments, the overflow release 2168 are lines of pipe that are linked to the drain line 2146. Any overflow of a Product water tank 144 can pass through these pipe lines and into the 2146 drain line. In some embodiments where the overflow release 2168 is thus arranged, a check valve 3004 can be included to ensure that nothing in the drain line 2146 can travel back through the overflow release 2168 and in the reservoirs of water product 144. Check valve 3004 also prevents harmful vapors from sewer lines, or other elements from entering product water reservoirs 144 and generally prevents anything from flowing back into product water reservoirs 144. In other embodiments, the release of 2168 overflow may vary. In some embodiments, where the water purification system 2100 is not located indoors, the overflow release 2168 may simply be a line that drains out to the ground around the water purification system 2100. Any other convenient release of envelope -flow 2168 can also be used.

The water purification system 2100 can also include any number of sampling ports 2170. Sampling ports 2170 can be included so that water samples can be taken manually from several lines in a water purification system 2100. These samples are then They can be tested for various parameters or for the overall water quality. Various water tests may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following :; pH, conductance; and / or turbidity. In some embodiments, a sampling port 2170 may be included as part of a water purification device or water distillation device 122.

In some embodiments, a sampling port 2170 may be included in the pipeline 2130 to allow sampling of the source water. Such sampling can be useful for several reasons, including, but not limited to, one or more of the following: determine the safety of a water source 2102, determine when a water purification device needs maintenance (for example, descaling), and / or determine the useful life of the filters.

Referring still to Figures 40A to 40C, in some embodiments, a sampling port 2170 for the purge and the diverted water is also included in the drain line 2146. Sampling the purge and diverted water can be useful for several reasons. Such sampling may, for example, be useful in determining what the drained water will be useful for or how the water should be managed. Additionally, such sampling may be necessary to ensure compliance with local law.

2170 sampling ports can also be included to sample product water on its way to a 2118 product water distributor. Among other uses, these 2170 sampling ports can be useful for double checking the functionality of a sensor or sensors that measure quality of water in the 2100 water purification system. Sampling ports 2170 for product water may also be useful, for example, if it is suspected that the water in one of the product water tanks has been contaminated. The sampling port 2170 may also be desirable because it can be used to measure various qualities of the water that is supplied to the consumer.

In some embodiments, the water purification system 2100 can be used within one or more modalities of the kiosk for resource distribution 10. Referring now specifically to Figure 40C which is a cross-sectional view taken on line 37- 37 of Figure 30, in some embodiments, the water purification system 2100 can also be arranged within other modalities of kiosks for the distribution of resources 10. Additionally, in some embodiments, a water purification system 2100, such as that depicted in Figures 40A to 40C, may be an autonomous system.

Still referring to Figures 40A to 40C, the various pipe lines, pumps, and / or filters can be mounted to the interior walls of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the various pipe lines, pumps , and / or filters, can be exposed to simplify the maintenance that may be desired. The various lines of pipe, pumps, and / or filters can also be arranged in locations where they are out of the way and it would be unlikely to interfere with an entrepreneur / user in a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The source water reservoir 124 may be arranged between the two product water reservoirs 144 in various modalities of the 2100 water purification system. This configuration may be desirable / beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, making access to the source water tank 124. more difficult. Referring now also to Figure 38, this is especially true when a wall such as the wall interior 2028 is included in a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Making access to the source water reservoir 124 more difficult may be desirable / beneficial for many reasons, including, but not limited to, requiring a user to make an effort to extract water from the source water reservoir 124. This makes it more difficult to drink without want water from the source water reservoir 124.

Referring now also to Figure 41, a block diagram of an energy system 2200 is shown for a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. As shown, the energy system 2200 includes a local energy resource 2201, power grid 2204 connection, power control and distribution hardware 2208, a battery bank 230, an auxiliary generator 2209, and at least one energized device 2210. Local energy resource 2201 may include any of a variety of convenient components, including, but not limited to, an array of solar panels 2202, one or more wind turbines 2203, and / or a source of hydraulic force 2205. The energy resource Local 2201 is described as an array of 2202 solar panels for non-limiting exemplary purposes. Other modalities of 2200 power systems may vary. For example, in a location without access to an electrical network whose energy can be extracted, the connection to the electrical network 2204 may not be included. In some embodiments, the connection of the electricity network 2204 can be for a mini-power distribution network of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, a resource distribution kiosk 10 may include two electrical network connections 2204, one for a minired one, the other for a municipal energy network. In some embodiments, the power system 2200 may not include one of the components shown in Figure 41. For example, the power system 2200 may use a local energy resource 2201, but not include an auxiliary generator

2209. In several embodiments, the power system 2200 may include one or more of any of the components described herein.

The arrangement of solar panels 2202 may include at least one solar panel 702. In some modalities, there can only be a single solar panel 702 and in some other modalities, there may be multiple solar panels 702 and in some modalities, the arrangement of solar panels 2202 may not be included. The arrangement of solar panels 2202 in some modalities can generate approximately 34-37kWh of power generation daily. In non-modalities that include an array of 2202 solar panels, another variety of power generator may be included. In several embodiments, the array of solar panels 2202 can generate more or less than approximately 34-37kWh of power generation daily.

In some embodiments, the array of solar panels 2202 can be assembled with fasteners resistant to tampering to reduce the risk of theft. In some embodiments, an array of solar panels 2202 may be attached to the roof of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, an array of solar panels 2202 may be mounted on a canopy 19 (see, for example, Figure 7). In other embodiments, an arrangement of solar panels 2202 can be mounted on the ground near the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10.

As shown, the energy system 2200 may be able to receive power from an electrical network 2204. In such embodiments, the energy may be extracted from the electricity network 2204 during times when the arrangement of solar panels 2202 does not produce sufficient energy ( for example at night). In some embodiments, a service meter 2206 can also be included in the power system 2200 to measure the amount of energy that has been used from the power grid 2204. In the locations where the electricity network 2204 is thus configured, the energy can also be fed to the electricity network 2204 from the energy system 2200 when excess energy is being produced, or more energy than is required by the kiosk 10. In some modalities, the resource distribution kiosk 10 may not extract energy from the electricity network 2204, but may act as a power plant and power a mini-power network.

Referring still to Figure 41, the power system 2200 may also include power control and distribution hardware 2208. In various embodiments, power control and distribution hardware 2208 may include at least one inverter, at least a battery charge controller, circuit breaker panel, power control and / or switching hardware. However, in several other embodiments, power control and distribution hardware 2208 may include one or more of the above and / or may include additional hardware. The power control and distribution hardware 2208 can be a modular energy conversion system such as one of those described later in the specification.

The power control and distribution hardware 2208 in some modalities may use a predefined solar energy to supply the energy needs of the kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. However, if sufficient solar energy is not available, the control of Power and 2208 distribution hardware can use the available solar energy in combination with the power of a 2204 power grid or the power of an auxiliary generator 2209. In some embodiments, power control and distribution hardware 2208 can extract power from an auxiliary power generator 2209 when other power supplies are not available (for example at night, during network failures, etc.). The power control and distribution hardware 2208 can be configured to supply excess power to the power grid 2204. In other embodiments, power control and switching hardware can be configured to not do that.

Referring also to Figure 41, in several embodiments, the energy control and distribution hardware 2208 in the power system 2200 can also charge and can extract the energy from a battery bank 230. Battery bank 230 can be charged either by solar energy when it is available and / or by power from the electricity network 2204 and / or an auxiliary power generator 2209 when the available solar energy is not sufficient. The battery bank 230 can act as an energy backup storage. The energy can be extracted from the battery bank 230 when the solar energy and the power of the electricity network 2204 or the auxiliary generator 2209 are not available or are not sufficient. In some embodiments, battery bank 230 and energy control and distribution hardware 2208 can be physically segregated from other components of a kiosk for resource distribution 10.

In some embodiments, the batteries that form the battery bank 230 may be lead acid AGM sealed cell batteries. Such batteries may be desirable because they require little maintenance. To prolong the life of the batteries, some modes of the power system 2200 can be designed so that the battery capacity is large enough so that the battery bank 230 is not drained below, for example, 50% of its capacity over the course of a day. In some specific exemplary embodiments, the battery bank 230 can provide 26kWh of energy used when it is discharged from 100% capacity to 50% capacity. The capacity of the battery bank 230, in some embodiments, can be tailored to fit the needs of the particular location. For example, in a location where the resource distribution kiosk 10 will operate without a connection to an electrical network 2204, the capacity of the battery bank 230 may be relatively large. In a location where the resource distribution kiosk 10 is connected to an electrical network 2204, the capacity of the battery bank 230 may be smaller since it may only be needed when the electrical network 2204 falls. In some embodiments, the battery bank 230 may include a battery shelf for the batteries that form the battery bank 230.

Referring still to Figure 41, the power system 2200 also includes at least one energized device 2210 that will be energized by the power system 2200. The at least one energized device 2210 can be, for example, any such device described herein. In a specific embodiment, the energy system 2200 can energize a water distillation device 122 (see Figure 40A), at least one pump, lighting 2032 (see, for example, Figure 35), a television 300 (see , for example, Figure 28), a refrigerator 160 (see, for example, Figure 38), and a charging station 800 (see, for example, Figure 10). Other modalities may have any other number or combination of 2210 energized devices.

Referring now also to Figures 42A to 42C, they represent a detailed diagram of one embodiment of an example electrical and energy system for a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Figures 42A to 42C represent one of many possible specific examples of the system of power 2200 shown in Figure 41. As shown in Figure 42A, the example electrical and power system includes an array of solar panels 2202. The array of solar panels 2202 in Figure 42A includes 27 individual solar panels 702. In some specific embodiments of the electrical and energy system shown in Figures 42A to 42C, the array of solar panels 2202 may be comprised of solar panels of the series CHSM 6610P available from Astronergy Solar Inc. of 795 Folsom Street, suite 1125, San Francisco, California.

Referring now also to Figure 42B, the energy generated by the array of solar panels 2202 travels to at least one charge controller 2220. The example mode includes two charge controllers 2220. The incoming energy of the array of solar panels 2202 It can be directed by a circuit breaker panel 2222 before reaching at least one 2220 charge controller. The circuit breaker panel 2222 may include a ground fault detection and interruption system 2224 in some embodiments.

Referring still to Figure 42B, the at least one charge controller 2220 can perform several functions. The at least one charge controller 2220 can block the reverse current flow to the array of solar panels 2202, which can occur, for example, at night. The at least one charge controller 2220 can perform a voltage regulating function, determine when to charge a battery bank 230 and prevent the overload of a battery bank 230. In some embodiments, the at least one charge controller 2220 may also be capable of automatic temperature compensation to change its battery charge setpoints. This may, in some embodiments, be achieved with at least one remote temperature sensor 2228 in a battery bank 230. The at least one charge controller 2220 may also have display and measurement capabilities. The at least one 2220 charge controller may also be able to point the data about power generation in a file that can be retrieved manually or over an Internet connection. In some embodiments, the at least one charge controller 2220 may be of the maximum energy point tracker type. In specific embodiments, the at least one 2220 charge controller may be a FLEXmax 60 MPPT charge controller available from OutBack Power Systems Inc. from 17825 59th Ave. NE, Suite B, Arlington, Washington.

In some embodiments, a resource distribution kiosk 10 may include at least one additional charge controller 2220. This additional charge controller 2220 may be used to intelligently charge batteries brought to a kiosk for resource distribution 10 by premises or consumers. Additionally, the additional charge controller can be used to intelligently charge rented batteries that can provide revenue to a kiosk for resource distribution 10.

Referring still to Figure 42B, and as mentioned above, the example electrical and energy system may include a battery bank 230. In the illustrated mode shown in Figure 42B, the battery bank 230 includes three strings Parallel four batteries in series. In some specific embodiments, the batteries that form the battery bank 230 can be deep cycle batteries model DC400-6 AGM produced by Fullriver. The battery bank 230 may be charged by solar energy or by energy extracted from an electrical network 2204. In other embodiments where a connection to an electrical network 2202 is not included, the battery bank 230 may include a larger number of batteries. This can be done to ensure that the battery bank 230 does not discharge, daily, at a percentage of its energy storage capacity that would quickly damage the batteries and cause failures. As shown, all the energy that runs to and from the example battery bank 230 can be routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222.

Referring also to Figure 42B, the example electrical and power system includes an inverter / charger 2226. The inverter / charger 2226 can allow the CD power of the battery bank 230 to change to AC which can then be used to energize at least one load in a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. The example electrical and energy system shown in Figures 42A to 42C is also arranged so that at least one load in a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can be extracted from an electrical network 2204 when it is convenient or desirable to do so. . As shown, the circuit breakers in the 2222 circuit breaker panel for the energy coming from the inverter / charger

2226 and the electricity network 2204 are mechanically hooked so that the two sources cannot be connected at the same time.

In some embodiments, the inverter / charger 2226 may be a sine wave inverter. The inverter / charger 2226 may also have a high resistance to overload to meet the starting energy needs of several pumps and motors that can be included in a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In some embodiments, the inverter / charger 2226 may have overload protection capabilities. Additionally, the inverter / charger 2226 can be turned off automatically if the supply voltage of the battery bank 230 falls below a certain level. This can help protect battery bank 230 from damage caused by over discharge. The inverter / charger 2226 may be able to charge the battery bank 230 with the energy extracted from an electrical network 2204 or the energy produced by an auxiliary generator (not shown). All the energy that runs to and from the inverter / charger 2226 can be directed through a circuit breaker panel 2222. In some specific embodiments, the inverter / charger 2226 can be a VFX3048E sine wave inverter / charger available from OutBack Power Systems Inc. of 17825 59th Ave. NE, Suite B, Arlington, Washington.

Referring now also to Figure 42C, another portion of the example electrical and energy system is depicted. As shown, the example electrical and energy system includes a first set of outputs 2230 and a second set of outputs 2232. The outputs shown are standard South African power outlets. In other embodiments, the outputs may be those appropriate for the region in which a specific kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 will be used. The first set of outputs 2230 and the second set of outputs 2232 can be used to energize or charge at least one of a telephone, computer and / or laptop, stereo, television, etc. In some embodiments, one of the first set of outputs 2230 and the second set of outputs 2232 may be accessible only from inside a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 while the other is accessible from outside a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. As shown, power is routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222 to the first set of outputs 2230 and the second *.

set of outputs 2232.

Referring still to Figure 42C, the example electrical and energy system may include an interior lighting component 2234. The interior lighting component 2234 may include lights 2236. In the example illustrated in Figure 42C three lights 2236 They are included. Lights 2236 may in some exemplary embodiments be lighting 2032 in Figure 35, for example. In some specific embodiments, two of the lights 2236 can produce approximately 3200 lumens per piece while the other light 2236 can produce approximately 1200 lumens. The example interior lighting component

2234 It also includes transformers 2238 to drive lights 2236. In Figure 42C, the interior lighting component 2234 includes a first switch 2240 and a second switch 2242. In the example mode, the first switch 2240 controls two lights 2236. The second Switch 2242 controls only a single light 2236. Some modalities may include additional lights 2236 and respective transformers 2238 and / or additional switches. In some modalities where the interior of a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 is divided, dedicated switches for lights 2236 in each divided area may be included to turn on / off the lights in each divided area. In the example mode, all the energy that travels to the interior lighting component 2234 is routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222.

Referring also to Figure 42C, the example electrical and power system may include an exterior lighting component 2244. The exterior lighting component 2244 may include exterior lights 2246. In the example mode, the lighting component exterior 2244 includes two exterior lights 2246. In some specific embodiments, exterior lights 2246 can produce approximately 1200 lumens or more each. The example outdoor lighting component 2244 also includes outdoor lighting transformers 2248 for driving the exterior lights 2246. An outdoor lighting switch 2250 is also included in the outdoor lighting component 2244 for tilting the exterior lights 2246 on. already paid. In the example mode, all the energy that travels to the outdoor lighting component 2244 is routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222.

Referring still to Figure 42C, the example electrical and power system also includes a source water pump 130. The source water pump 130 in the example mode can be any convenient source water pump 130. The water pump source 130 may be included as part of a larger system such as a water module 1100 (see, for example, Figure 14) or the water purification system 2100 described in relation to Figures 40A to 40C. The example electrical and power system includes a contactor 2252. The contactor 2252 helps reduce the maximum demand on the inverter / charger 2226 when the source water pump 130 is operating by cutting power to a refrigerator 160 which is also energized by the example electrical and energy system. The energy that runs to both of the source water pump 130 and the refrigerator 160 is routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222. In the example mode, the refrigerator 160 is plugged into a dedicated refrigerator outlet 2254. Other high load devices can also be selectively turned off to also handle the maximum demands.

Referring still to Figure 42C, the example electrical and energy system may include a water purification device 2256 or in some specific embodiments a water distillation device 122 (see, for example, Figure 40A). The water purification device 2256 may be included as part of a larger system such as a water module 1100 (see, for example, Figure 14), or for example the water purification system 2100 described in relation to the Figures 40A to 40C. As shown in the example mode, a dedicated water outlet 2258 for the water purification device 2256 can be included in an example electrical and energy system. The energy to run to the water purification device 2256 is routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222 in the example mode.

Referring also to Figure 42C, the example electrical and energy system also includes a distribution pump 2260. In some embodiments, the distribution pump 2260 can be used to distribute purified water by the water purification device 2256. In some embodiments, the distribution pump 2260 may be the product water distribution pump 2116 of the water purification system 2100 described in connection with Figure 40A. As shown, a distribution pump transformer 2262 is included in the example electrical and power system to drive the distribution pump 2260. The energy that runs to the distribution pump 2260 is routed through a circuit breaker panel 2222 .

In some embodiments, the example electrical and energy system or the components of the example electrical and energy system shown in Figures 42A to 42C may vary. In some embodiments, the amperage values ​​in the circuit breakers the circuit breaker panel 2222 may vary. In some embodiments, the example electrical and power system may include other charges or components not shown in Figures 42A to 42C. In some embodiments, some of the components and loads shown in Figures 42A to 42C may not be included in the electrical and power system. The distribution pump 2260 may not be included, for example, in some modalities where water is arranged to be distributed through gravity feed. In some modalities, an auxiliary generator can be included in the electrical and energy system. Some modalities may not be connected to a 2204 power grid or may not collect solar energy. In some embodiments, the array of solar panels 2202 may be replaced or supplemented by another power generator such as a Stirling engine generator, wind turbine, and / or hydraulic wheel, or other power generating device.

In some embodiments, electronic power circuits may vary. In some embodiments, the electrical and energy system may include various elements and components of an energy conversion system such as that described in US Patent Application No. Serle 13 / 827,140, ​​filed March 14, 2013 and titled Modular Power Conversion System (Lawyer Case No. K37), and US Patent Application No. Series 13 / 447,897, filed on April 16, 16 and entitled Modular Power Conversion System, now US Application Published No. US-2013-0099565-A1, published on April 25, 2013 (Lawyer Case No. J36 ), which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. Such a system can consolidate power electronic circuits, including hardware and software, in an interchangeable, modular, or block format. Such a system can be additionally arranged so as to maximize efficiency and flexibility by minimizing the cost of generating and using electricity.

In some embodiments, the modular power conversion system 2300 may be one similar to that described in US Patent Application Serial No. 13 / 827,140, ​​filed on March 14, 2013 and entitled Modular Power Conversion System (Case of Lawyer No. K37), which is attached hereto as Appendix C and is represented in Figure 43. As shown, the modular power conversion system 2300 includes several modules that are connected to a CD bus 2302 that provides the main element of the system 2300. In some embodiments, the modules can be boxes that are plugged into the high sides and under the CD bus 2302 and a data bus 2304. The data bus 2304 can connect each module to a controller 2306. The inputs / outputs of each module (not shown) may be in front or on the back of the modular energy conversion system 2300. As shown, the modular energy conversion system 2300 may include an array energy module solar 2308, an auxiliary generator power module 2310, a network power module 2312, and a battery power module 2314, and an inverter module 2316.

In some embodiments, each module includes at least one bridge circuit controlled by DSP, where the bridge circuit includes at least half a bridge and can comprise various inductive and capacitive elements, voltage and current detection devices, transformers and relays. In this document, the term DSP can be used to describe any microprocessor with sufficient input-output and speed to read voltages, currents, control multiple sets of half-bridge circuits and to make calculations to produce good quality AC power from a CD bus All computing energy may, in some embodiments, be arranged in controller 2306. Thus the operation of each module Including the bridge circuits would be completely under the control of one or more DSPs in the 2306 controller. In some embodiments, the DSP microprocessor may be a digital signal processor operating at 150 MHz. The controller 2306 for the modular power conversion system 2300 may include a data input / output device such as a keyboard and display, or a touch-sensitive display or communication port to allow users to control the operation of the modular system 2300 energy conversion.

The modular energy conversion system 2300 may also include a wireless or wired telecommunication capability to allow remote control of the system 2300 and access to system data by an interested party. The interested party may, for example, use the remote control capability of a modular power conversion system 2300 to turn on electric power sources such as generators, wind or PV arrays to provide power to a network. The interested party can access the modular power conversion system 2300 to disconnect it from a network. The interested party can also gain access to the modular power conversion system 2300 to change any of the various setpoints described later in the specification. This remote control of distributed energy and load resources can help minimize partial blackouts or power outages and / or minimize electrical costs using the least expensive power source or the combination of sources all the time.

In general, it is desirable to extract energy from the least expensive source of energy first and as demand for more energy increases, then use less expensive energy and so on until that last committed energy source is the most expensive energy. Also, in some embodiments, energy flows to the highest priority circuits first, and when the load of the highest priority circuits is satisfied, power is supplied to the secondary and tertiary circuits. As an example, a modular energy conversion system that connects a PV circuit, the network, a local load and a battery can be organized to take energy from the first, second PV of the network and the battery last. The same system may charge the battery first and then supply the power to the load and the network.

In some modalities, prioritization can be achieved by assigning a specific and different operating point to each energy producing or consuming node. This operating point is assigned based on a voltage regulation point on a common CD bus 2302 (ie shared by all such nodes). Each node incorporates a voltage regulator control that during operation attempts to bring the common CD bus voltage 2302 equal to its assigned operating setpoint. In some embodiments, the node does this either by causing the current to flow in the common CD bus 2302 whereby its voltage rises, or causing the current to flow out of the common CD bus 2302 whereby its voltage is lowered. . In some embodiments, each node causes the current to flow in a direction that balances the current flow of other nodes so that the desired CD bus voltage 2302 is maintained. In some embodiments, the voltage regulators of each node are set so that only one node at a time is not saturated, meaning that only one node is either completely open or completely closed to the energy flow and that a node actively varies the energy flow to or from the CD 2302 bus to control the voltage of the CD 2302 bus. Alternative systems can be established with nodes that do not attempt to control the voltage of the CD 2302 bus. Examples of such nodes may include a PV array that operates with a maximum energy point trace and a motor driven generator that operates at a fixed or commanded motor speed by the system. In some embodiments, the established points of operation of each energy producing or consuming node can be changed as long as system 2300 is on including, but not limited to, while system 2300 is operating. In some modalities, the established points of operation can be changed using a user interface. In some modes, an overvoltage level can be adjusted on the 2302 CD bus so that if the 2302 CD bus voltage reaches a fixed voltage, the 2300 system will shut down. In some embodiments, the overvoltage level of the CD 2302 bus can be changed at any time when the 2300 system is on, including but not limited to, while the 2300 system is operating. In some modes, the overvoltage level of the 2302 CD bus can be changed using a user interface.

A PV array that operates with a maximum energy point trace (MPPT) can operate according to an algorithm. For example, in this case the PV subsystem may attempt to find the combination of voltage and current in the PV array that results in the largest power supply in the array. The maximum energy does not correspond to the maximum voltage or the maximum current and therefore it is counterproductive to require the implementation of MPPT to operate at a fixed voltage target. Instead, the MPPT PV node is allowed to operate over any voltage range it can achieve while other consumption nodes continue to operate at fixed voltage points and consume the energy that is available from the PV.

A motor driven generator that operates at a fixed engine speed or commanded by the system, can supply any remaining net energy of the raw energy (fuel) that is supplied to your engine. As the previous MPPT example, other nodes will consume as much of this available energy as they are capable (up to their respective limits). This type of node, as an energy producer, can always supply its full capacity to the common bus, even if that capacity exceeds the combined demand of the consumption nodes.

In several embodiments, a given node can be of a type that can provide current flow in any direction, or only in one direction or the other. For example, an inverter connected to the network can be designed to allow current flow in any direction; A photovoltaic array can only provide current flow on the common bus and can be arranged so that it cannot consume current flowing out of the bus.

In several embodiments, it can be assumed that each node also incorporates a regulator or current limiting control. The value assigned to each current control of the node is chosen according to the physical limits or needs of that node (or the broader physical limitations of the general system if they are more restrictive). For example, a battery charger node can be configured with current limits according to the physical requirements of the connected batteries, and possibly also restricted by the current carrying the capacity of the associated components and the wiring that forms the charging system. In some embodiments, the value assigned to each node current control can be changed at any time when the system is turned on including, but not limited to, while the system is operating. In some modalities, each node current control can be changed using a user interface.

In various modalities, the current limits of each node, when and if they are reached, will neutralize the node voltage regulator control and at this point the node will cease its ability to regulate the bus voltage and enter a constant regulation mode of stream. Each node will act to the limits of its capacity, expressed as a function of current flow in one direction or the other, to maintain the common bus at its assigned voltage level. Once this limit is reached, that node continues to operate at its maximum capacity but intrinsically gives its control of the bus voltage to other nodes that have a larger capacity.

In some embodiments, the elements of the modular energy conversion system 2300 in Figure 43 can be prioritized to favor energy from one source over another. This prioritized load and power source scheme is conceptually shown in reference also to Figure 44, where the mode of operation of the modular energy conversion system 2300 is plotted against the voltage of the CD bus 2302. In this example the voltage setpoints in the power source modules are arranged to first use the energy of the solar array power module 2308 to satisfy as much load as possible. In the example, the voltage set points are also arranged to use the power of the auxiliary generator power module 2310 and the last of all of the network power module 2312 to satisfy the rest of the load.

The prioritization procedure, in some embodiments, may include the following procedure of providing enough power to satisfy a given load applied to the CD bus 2302 through module 2316. It should be noted that the set setpoint values ​​are given for exemplary purposes In several modalities, the setpoint values ​​may vary or the prioritization of energy sources may vary. In some embodiments, a load reduces the voltage of the CD bus 2302. The solar power array module 2308, which is set at the highest voltage setpoint, attempts to bring the voltage of the CD bus 2302 to its point of adjustment by providing incremental amounts of energy until either 1) all the load is satisfied or 2) all available solar power is connected to the CD 2302 bus. In this mode the setpoint of the solar power array module 2308 is 395 VDC. If the voltage of the CD 2302 bus goes too high, an overvoltage setpoint can be reached and the 2300 system can shut down. This set point is at 400 VDC in Figure 44. If the voltage of the CD 2302 bus falls below the set point for the auxiliary generator power module 2310, then in some embodiments, incremental amounts of power can be supplied to the CD bus 2302 of a generator through the power module. of auxiliary generator 2310. The amount of power supplied can be increased until the voltage of the CD bus 2302 is sustained at the voltage set point of the auxiliary generator power module 2310. In this mode the setpoint voltage of the auxiliary generator power module 2310 is 390 VDC. If the solar array power module 2308 and the auxiliary generator power module 2310 cannot meet the load, then the voltage of the CD bus 2302 may drop to the setpoint of the network power module 2312. If the voltage of the CD 2302 bus drops to this setpoint, network power module 2312 will provide incremental amounts of power to attempt to sustain the voltage of the CD 2302 bus at the voltage setpoint of the network power module. 2312. In this mode, the voltage set point for the network power module 2312 is 385 VDC. As mentioned above, these setpoint values ​​or the priority assigned to each energy source may vary.

If the load is reduced, the network power module 2312 will reduce the amount of power it provides to sustain the voltage of the 2302 CD bus at 385 VDC until it provides zero power. If the load is reduced further, the excess power of the CD bus 2302 can flow to a power grid through the network power module 2312 if the modular power conversion system 2300 and the power grid are thus configured.

If necessary or desirable, the energy can also be extracted from a battery bank through a 2314 battery power module. If, for example, other energy sources are not available (for example, mains failure, the night, no fuel for the generator, etc.) the 2314 battery power module can be used to provide backup power from a battery bank. The set point for the battery power module is 300 VDC in Figure 44. If the voltage of the CD bus 2302 is above this set point, the modular power conversion system 2300 can be configured so that the battery power module 2314 does not supply power, but instead absorbs the energy by charging a power bank. batteries In some embodiments, the battery power module 2314 may continue to absorb more energy until the battery bank voltage rises to the battery bank charge limits.

The set points can be controlled by the 2306 controller and can be changed instantly. In some embodiments, if the power price of the network varies sufficiently, that power of a generator may occasionally be cheaper, the controller 2306 may change the voltage set points of the auxiliary generator power module 2310 and the network power module 2312 to maximize the amount of energy that is provided from the cheapest sources at any time in time thus minimizing the total cost of electricity.

This is a modality for controlling the prioritization of energy resources through the setpoint of the operating voltage of several modules. Other modules may be included in other modalities. For example, the modular energy conversion system 2300 may include energy modules for any of a variety of other energy sources, such as, but not limited to wind, water, or thermal energy sources.

In some modalities, several circuits can also be prioritized within a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. In such modalities, energy can flow to the highest priority circuits first and when the load of the highest priority circuits is satisfied , then the energy can be supplied to the secondary and tertiary circuits. This may allow several less important or less critical loads to be turned off in favor of the most important ones when there is not enough energy available to meet the demands of all the loads. Referring now also to Figures 42A to 42C, the energy to the exterior lights 2246 for a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 can, for example, be placed in a priority circuit since they are relatively non-essential. A medical refrigerator, on the other hand, can be placed in the highest priority circuit since an unwanted blackout of such a refrigerator could ruin the medical supplies stored in it.

Referring now also to Figure 45, a basic example of such a prioritization scheme is conceptually represented in the form of a flow chart. As shown, the flowchart begins with a first primary circuit enabled. After the primary circuit is enabled, a first programmer is started. As shown, such a scheme can verify the current draw from the primary circuit to determine if it is less than a first predetermined setpoint. If it is not less than a first predetermined setpoint, only the primary circuit is supplied with power and the first programmer is reset. A user can place essential loads or their most important loads on this circuit to ensure that when energy is available, those energy demands of these charges will be met first.

If the current drawn is less than the first setpoint, the system can check to see that a first programmer has stopped. The first programmer can be adjusted to ensure that the current that is extracted by the first circuit does not change. If the first programmer has stopped and a third programmer (described later) has not been started, a secondary circuit can be energized. Less important loads can be placed in a secondary circuit. When the second circuit is enabled, a second programmer can be started. The system can then check to see if the current draw of the first and second combined circuits is less than a second predetermined setpoint.

If the sum of the current that is extracted by the first and second circuits is not less than the second predetermined setpoint, the system can disable the second circuit, start a third programmed, and restart the first programmer. This effectively restarts the decision tree. If the sum of the current that is extracted by the first and second circuits is less than the second predetermined setpoint, the system can check to see if this sum is greater than a predetermined third setpoint. If the sum is greater than this third set point, the system can restart the second programmer and can continue checking the sum against the second and third set points until the current that is extracted is not less than the second set point and if it is smaller, verify that the sum is not greater than the third set point. If it is found that the current that is extracted by the first and second circuits is not less than the second setpoint, the system can act as described above in relation to such a scenario. If the current that is extracted by the first and second circuits is not greater than the third predetermined setpoint, the system can check to see if the second programmer has stopped. This can help ensure that the current that is extracted does not change.

If the second programmer has stopped, the system can allow energy to flow to a third circuit. Less important or less essential loads can be placed in such a third party, or tertiary circuit. The tertiary circuit can only be supplied with energy when energy, in addition to that supplied to the primary and secondary circuits, is available. The logic of the decision for the third circuit is not shown. As would be obvious to one skilled in the art, one could follow the logical decision similar to that shown to control the tertiary circuit. As would also be obvious to one skilled in the art, other circuits such as a fourth or fifth circuit may also be added to the system using similar decision logic.

Additionally, some circuits can be arranged to behave in a manner that increases the efficiency of those circuits. A kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may have a circuit that operates in cycles or periodically in cycles at certain times of the day, for example, at night. A load such as a general purpose refrigerator can be placed in such a circuit. Other charges, such as those that draw standby power, can also be placed in such a circuit. By turning off such devices at night when instantaneous capabilities are less important, a user can save about 9kWh for one year per watt of continuous standby power that would otherwise have to be produced and consumed.

Some circuits can be configured to only be energized during the day when solar energy is produced. In a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 a user can plug a source 130 water pump (see Figure 40A for example) and / or a product 2116 water distribution pump (see Figure 40A for example) can be placed in such circuit. This can help ensure that periods of high load are also periods of maximum power generation. Only by energizing a product 2116 water distribution pump during the day, can a user also help prevent the theft of product water.

Various outlets, electrical wiring, circuit breaker box components, etc. they can include an indicator that can be understood by a user as denoting the level of priority or behavior of the circuit of which they are a part. In some embodiments, the outputs and other electrical components can be identified by colors by the level of piority or behavior. In some modes, the outputs may include a numeric or text indicator that identifies the priority or behavior of the circuit to which they belong. Other indicators can also be used.

A hardware topology for connecting a CD bus 2302 to a second electrically insulated CD bus 2303 is shown in Figure 46. The topology of Figure 46 allows energy to flow in both directions. The second CD bus 2303 can be at a higher or lower voltage than the first CD bus 2302. Two bridging means 2320 can be connected to each CD bus 2302, 2303 and the midpoints of each pair connected through one side of a 2322 transformer. A DSP can (not shown) control the 2324 IGBTs to increase the voltage up or lower the voltage down as necessary. The DSP can control the opening and closing of the IGBTs 2324 based on an algorithm known in the art and the current measured by the sensors 2326 or the voltage measured by the sensors 2328.

The topology shown in Figure 46 allows multiple CD buses at different voltages to which the modules can be connected. It may be less expensive or more efficient to connect one or more modules to a CD bus at a different voltage than to the main 2302 CD bus. It may also be beneficial to provide a CD bus and / or power supply that is isolated from the main 2302 CD bus. Multiple CD buses can allow the system architecture of a 2300 modular energy conversion system to be optimized for minimum cost and / or maximum efficiency.

Referring now also to Figure 47, a hardware topology modality is shown from a modular power conversion system 2300 that connects a CD element 2330 to the higher voltage CD bus 2302. In the modalities shown , the CD element 2330 is connected through an inductor 2332 and the bridge half 2320 to the high and low sides of the CD bus 2302. The IGBT 2324 is controlled by a DSP (not shown) based on high speed measurements by voltage sensor 2328 to increase the voltage of the CD element 2330 to the voltage of the CD bus 2302. The DSP control algorithm for Increasing the voltage may be one that is known in the art. The CS 2330 element may be one or more of, but not limited to, the following sources: the battery bank, a photovoltaic array, and / or fuel cell.

In some embodiments, a modular energy conversion system 2300 such as that shown in Figure 43 can supply power to a CD electrical system and an AC electrical system. In a specific example, a modular energy conversion system 2300 can supply energy, in the form of CD, to a water distillation device in a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10. Other equipment powered by CD can also be a part of such a system. If a resource distribution kiosk 10 is configured so that the energy that was supplied to several loads was in the form of an AC only, a high-voltage CD load, such as a water distillation device, would increase the overall cost of the system creating the need for extra equipment and components that are configured to drive high voltages. In embodiments with such a CD system, the water distillation device can be placed as close to the modular energy conversion system 2300 as possible. This can help minimize the cost of wiring to the load or CD loads. In some embodiments, a water distillation device may be the CD element 2330 shown in Figure 48.

Figure 48 shows another mode that connects a CD element to the higher voltage CD bus 2302. In Figure 48, the half bridge 2320 is connected to the CD Element 2330 on one side and the low side of the CD bus 2302 in the other. The midpoint of the half bridge 2320 is connected to the high side of the CD bus 2302 through an inductor 2332. A DSP (not shown) controls the opening and closing of the IGBTs 2324 based on an algorithm known in the art and the current measured by the sensor 2326, or the voltage measured by the sensor 2328.

The 2300 system, modules, setpoints, priority levels, etc. shown and described in relation to Figure 43 to Figure 48 are examples of modalities of a 2300 modular energy conversion system. Other arrangements of components, other components and voltages are contemplated in and are considered to be within the scope of this disclosure. Additionally, several power and electrical systems for a kiosk for the distribution of resources 10 may not include some of the components described in relation to Figure 43 to Figure 48.

Several alternatives and modifications can be considered by those skilled in the art without separating from the disclosure. Consequently, the present disclosure is intended to cover all such alternatives, modifications and variations. In addition, although various modalities of the present disclosure have been shown in the drawings and / or discussed herein, it is not intended that the disclosure be limited to them, since the disclosure is intended to be wide-ranging as the technique allow it and the specification read like this. Therefore, the above description should not be construed as a limitation, but simply as exemplifications of particular modalities. And, those skilled in the art will consider other modifications within the scope and spirit of the claims appended hereto. Other elements, steps, methods and techniques that are not substantially different from those described above and / or in the appended claims are also considered to be within the scope of the disclosure.

The modalities shown in the drawings are presented only to show some examples of the disclosure. And, the drawings described are illustrative only and are not limiting. In the drawings, for illustrative purposes, the size of some of the elements may be exaggerated and not drawn to a particular scale. Additionally, the elements shown within the drawings having the same numbers may be identical elements or they may be similar elements, depending on the context.

Where the term it comprises is used in the present disclosure and claims, it does not exclude other elements or steps. Where a definite or indefinite article is used when referring to a singular noun, for example a one or the other, this includes a plural of the noun unless otherwise indicated is specifically established. Therefore, the term you understand should not be construed as being restricted to the elements listed below; does not exclude other elements or steps, and thus the scope of the expression a device comprising articles A and B should not be limited to devices consisting solely of components A and B. This expression means that, with respect to the present disclosure , the only relevant components of the device are A and B.

In addition, the terms first, second, third, and the like, if used in the description or in the claims, are provided to distinguish between similar elements and not necessarily to describe a sequential or chronological order. It should be understood that the terms thus used are interchangeable under the appropriate circumstances (unless clearly described otherwise) and that the modalities of the disclosure described herein are capable of operating in other sequences and / or provisions described or Illustrated in the present.

Although the principles of the disclosure have been described herein, those skilled in the art will understand that this description is made by way of example only and not as a limitation on the scope of the disclosure. Other modalities are contemplated within the scope of the present disclosure in addition to the exemplary modalities shown and described herein. Modifications and substitutions by the person skilled in the art are considered within the scope of the present disclosure.