Compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management and control method

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of pet supplies, in particular to a compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management and a control method. The solar charger comprises an outer shell, a flexible solar power supply module is arranged on the upper surface of the outer shell, a storage battery used for storing energy is arranged in the outer shell, a main board is arranged above the storage battery, the flexible solar power supply module and the storage battery are both connected to the main board, and charging is controlled through the main board. A motion activation positioning module used for positioning is installed on the main board, the motion activation positioning module comprises an independent main control chip, and the main control chip is connected with an accelerometer and a GPS module; solar energy is adopted for power supply, the power utilization source can be controlled, solar energy is used for charging and power supply when solar rays are sufficient, a lithium battery is used for power supply when solar rays are insufficient, and compared with a charging design or a disposable battery of a traditional device, the cruising ability is high, the charging requirement is greatly reduced, and convenience is greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of pet product technology, specifically to a compact solar-powered pet tracking device and control method based on dynamic energy management. Background Technology

[0002] Pet tracking devices have become increasingly popular in recent years to ensure pet safety. However, most traditional devices rely on disposable or rechargeable batteries. Disposable batteries need to be replaced regularly, and rechargeable batteries also need to be charged regularly, which is inconvenient for long-term use. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to address the deficiencies and shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a reasonably designed compact solar-powered pet tracking device and control method based on dynamic energy management, which can solve the aforementioned deficiencies.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: It includes an outer shell, a flexible solar power supply module is provided on the upper surface of the outer shell, a battery for energy storage is provided inside the outer shell, a motherboard is provided above the battery, the flexible solar power supply module and the battery are both connected to the motherboard, and charging is controlled by the motherboard. A motion activation positioning module for positioning is installed on the motherboard, the motion activation positioning module includes an independent main control chip, and the main control chip is connected to an accelerometer and a GPS module respectively.

[0005] Preferably, the circuit on the motherboard connected to the flexible solar power supply module includes an MPPT module.

[0006] Preferably, a supercapacitor is connected in parallel with the battery.

[0007] Preferably, the bottom of the outer casing is provided with magnetic contacts for external charging, and the charging circuit on the motherboard connected to the magnetic contacts is provided with a short-circuit protection structure.

[0008] Preferably, the housing contains an independent antenna module, which is connected to the GPS module and is mounted on the side of the motherboard.

[0009] Preferably, a waterproof membrane is provided on the upper part of the outer casing.

[0010] Preferably, the motherboard is equipped with a 4G module for wireless communication.

[0011] Preferably, the motherboard is a PCB board.

[0012] Preferably, the control method for a compact solar-powered pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management includes the following steps:

[0013] S1. The device starts up and detects whether the current solar irradiance has reached the required charging value by the output voltage of the flexible solar power supply module. If it has, the flexible solar power supply module circuit is connected to the battery to start charging and power the motion activation positioning module. If the required value has not been reached, the battery is used to power the motion activation positioning module.

[0014] S2. Acquire data from the accelerometer detection device at a fixed frequency to determine whether the pet is in motion. If in motion, increase the GPS module's positioning frequency to once every five minutes; if in a stationary, silent state, decrease the positioning frequency to once every thirty minutes.

[0015] S3. After obtaining the location information, store the detection data in the device or upload it wirelessly according to the settings.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the present invention after adopting the above structure are:

[0017] 1. The present invention has a compact structure, small size, and low discomfort for pets when wearing it.

[0018] 2. This invention uses solar power and can control the power source. When there is sufficient sunlight, it is charged and powered by solar energy. When there is insufficient sunlight, it is powered by lithium batteries. Compared with the charging design of traditional devices or disposable batteries, it has a strong battery life, greatly reduces the need for charging, and greatly improves convenience.

[0019] 3. This invention can detect the pet's status to adjust the frequency of location detection, thereby reducing meaningless location operations when the pet is stationary, such as when it is sleeping, reducing the power consumption generated by location, and further improving the device's battery life. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a simplified schematic diagram of the power connection method of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the power supply and control method of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning frequency control method of the present invention.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0026] 1. Outer casing; 2. Flexible solar power supply module; 3. Main board; 4. Battery; 5. Supercapacitor; 6. Antenna module; 7. Magnetic contacts; 8. Waterproof membrane; 9. MPPT module; 10. Motion activation positioning module; 11. Main control chip; 12. GPS module; 13. Accelerometer. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0028] See Figures 1-3 As shown, it comprises an aluminum alloy outer casing 1, with a flexible solar power module 2 mounted on the upper surface of the casing 1. The flexible solar power module 2 is a monocrystalline silicon solar cell. Inside the casing 1 is a lithium battery for energy storage, with a supercapacitor 5 connected in parallel to the battery 4 to buffer current and prevent surges. Above the battery 4 is a mainboard 3, which is a PCB board and has a 4G module for wireless communication. Both the flexible solar power module 2 and the battery 4 are connected to the mainboard 3, and charging is controlled by the mainboard 3. The circuit on the mainboard 3 connected to the flexible solar power module 2... An MPPT module 9 is provided, for example, when the illumination intensity is <200Lux, the output voltage drops from 3.3V to 2.8V to improve charging efficiency through voltage regulation. The bottom of the outer casing 1 is provided with a magnetic contact 7 for external charging, and the charging circuit on the main board 3 connected to the magnetic contact 7 is provided with a short-circuit protection structure. A motion activation positioning module 10 for positioning is installed on the main board 3. The motion activation positioning module 10 includes an independent main control chip 11 to achieve independent operation. The main control chip 11 is connected to an accelerometer 13 and a GPS module 12 respectively. The accelerometer 13 is a three-axis accelerometer 13.

[0029] An independent antenna module 6 is provided inside the outer casing 1. The antenna module 6 is connected to the GPS module 12 and is installed on the side of the motherboard 3. The antenna module 6 is a ceramic antenna. A waterproof membrane 8 is provided on the top of the outer casing 1.

[0030] See Figures 1-5 As shown, the control method for a compact solar-powered pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management includes the following steps:

[0031] S1. The device starts and detects whether the current solar irradiance has reached the charging value by the output voltage of the flexible solar power supply module 2. If it has, the circuit of the flexible solar power supply module 2 is connected to the battery 4 to start charging and power the motion activation positioning module 10. If the required value has not been reached, the battery is used to power the motion activation positioning module 10.

[0032] S2. Acquire data from the accelerometer 13 detection device at a fixed frequency to determine whether the pet is in motion. If in motion, increase the positioning frequency of the GPS module 12 to once every five minutes. If in a stationary, silent state, decrease the positioning frequency to once every thirty minutes.

[0033] S3. After obtaining the location information, store the detection data in the device or upload it wirelessly according to the settings.

[0034] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative or explanatory of the principles of the invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof. Therefore, any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention should be included within the protection scope of the invention. Furthermore, the appended claims are intended to cover all variations and modifications falling within the scope and boundaries of the appended claims, or equivalent forms of such scope and boundaries.

Claims

1. A compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management comprising an outer housing (1), characterized in that: The flexible solar power supply module (2) is arranged on the upper surface of the shell (1), the battery (4) for storing energy is arranged in the shell (1), the main board (3) is arranged above the battery (4), the flexible solar power supply module (2) and the battery (4) are connected to the main board (3), the main board (3) is used for controlling charging, the motion activated positioning module (10) for positioning is arranged on the main board (3), the motion activated positioning module (10) comprises a main control chip (11), the main control chip (11) is connected with the accelerometer (13) and the GPS module (12) respectively.

2. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management as claimed in claim 1, wherein: An MPPT module (9) is arranged in the circuit connected with the flexible solar power supply module (2) on the main board (3).

3. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management of claim 2, wherein: The super capacitor (5) is connected in parallel with the battery (4).

4. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management of claim 3, wherein: The magnetic attraction contact (7) for external charging is arranged on the bottom of the shell (1), and the protection structure for preventing short circuit is arranged in the charging circuit connected with the magnetic attraction contact (7) on the main board (3).

5. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management of claim 1, wherein: The independent antenna module (6) is arranged in the shell (1), the antenna module (6) is connected with the GPS module (12), and the antenna module (6) is arranged on the side of the main board (3).

6. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management of claim 1, wherein: The waterproof film (8) is arranged above the shell (1).

7. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management of claim 1, wherein: The 4G module for wireless communication is arranged on the main board (3).

8. The compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management of claim 1, wherein: The main board (3) is a PCB board.

9. The control method of a compact solar pet tracking device based on dynamic energy management according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, It comprises the following steps: S1, the device is started, the output voltage of the flexible solar power supply module (2) is detected to determine whether the current sunlight intensity reaches the required value for charging, after reaching the required value, the circuit of the flexible solar power supply module (2) is connected with the battery (4), the charging is started, and the motion activated positioning module (10) is powered, if the required value is not reached, the battery is used to power the motion activated positioning module (10); S2, the data of the accelerometer (13) detection device is acquired at a fixed frequency, whether the pet is in a motion state is determined, if the pet is in a motion state, the positioning frequency of the GPS module (12) is increased to once every five minutes, if the pet is in a stop state, the positioning frequency is reduced to once every thirty minutes; S3, after the positioning information is acquired, the detection data is stored in the device or uploaded through the wireless transmission mode according to the setting.

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