ACTIVITY COLLECTION AND THRESHOLD FEEDBACK UNIT FOR MODULAR TRAINING BLOCK

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Application Number
TR202606977U
Authority / Receiving Office
TR · TR
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2026-05-05
Publication Date
2026-06-22
Estimated Expiration
2036-05-05
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Abstract

This utility model relates to a detachable kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit that can be attached to a modular training block. The unit includes a unit body with a block connection structure, a mechanical energy harvesting mechanism located inside the unit body, an energy conversion unit connected to the mechanical energy harvesting mechanism, an energy storage unit that accumulates the electrical energy obtained from the energy conversion unit, an energy management circuit that regulates the energy in the energy storage unit, an energy level indicator showing the accumulated energy level, a thresholding circuit that compares the energy level to a predetermined threshold value, and a feedback element that operates with energy supplied from the energy storage unit when the energy level reaches the predetermined threshold value. Mechanical energy obtained from user movement is converted into electrical energy, the energy level is displayed on the unit, and the feedback element is activated when the threshold value is reached.
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COLLECTING KINEQUITOUS ENERGY FOR A MODULAR TRAINING BLOCK. AND THRESHOLD FEEDBACK UNIT 1. TECHNICAL FIELD This useful model incorporates modular training blocks, interactive learning tools, and kinetic energy. collection mechanisms, low-power electronic feedback systems, and modular training. It relates to the detachable power units used in their devices. The utility model specifically describes a modular educational block body that can be attached to and detached by the user. a device that converts mechanical energy obtained from movement into electrical energy, and then converts the resulting energy... It stores energy on itself, shows the accumulated energy level to the user, and displays a defined energy level. Energy harvesting and threshold feedback that generates feedback output when the threshold is reached. It relates to the unit. The utility model also operates independently of the main body of the modular training block. It can be manufactured, disassembled for maintenance or replacement, and consists of different modular training blocks. usable and interchangeable, converting user movement into measurable energy levels. It includes energy units. 2. STATE OF KNOWLEDGE OF THE ART Modular educational blocks and interactive toys incorporate light, sound, vibration, sensors, and processors. Electronic components such as these are used. These components typically require batteries and chargers to function. rechargeable battery, external adapter or fixed power source built into the main body These systems are used when the power source runs out, requiring battery replacement, charging time, and maintenance. the requirement and the fact that the energy source is fixed to the block body are technical limitations. It constitutes. Piezoelectric transducers, which generate electrical energy from mechanical motion, use coil-magnets. Essential micro-generators and similar kinetic energy harvesting devices are known. These These structures are commonly used in portable electronic devices, sensor systems, and low-power applications. It is used in auxiliary circuits or in-toy power supply structures. However, this In buildings, the energy harvesting mechanism is often a fixed part of the main device housing. 35 are being organized. Document number 1 5 WO2019238630A1 contains interactive toy building elements. The modular toy system is explained. The document describes the modular structural elements. sensors, functional elements, energy storage, and contactless communication / energy transfer, etc. This document includes technical aspects. It covers energy and data in modular toy systems. It forms a similar technique in terms of transfer. However, in this document, modular training a detachable and independent kinetic energy harvesting unit on its own It should display the energy level and produce a feedback output when it reaches the energy threshold. An integrated unit structure is not described. Document US10309438B2 describes the energy collection unit in the smart toy, energy The buffering structure and the power supply to electronic components are explained. This document... Close technical aspects of energy collection and electronic component power supply in the toy body. It constitutes. In contrast, the document in question states that the energy harvesting section is modular. It is designed as a detachable unit, independent of the training block; this unit It has an energy level indicator and turns back when a predetermined energy threshold is reached. The generation of notification output is not explained together. In document number US20200179818A1, interactive modular building elements are discussed. Generating output in response to user input via sensor, function element and control circuit. This document explains the sensing and output generation aspects of modular building elements. It forms a technically close relationship. However, this document uses data obtained from user activity. a device that stores energy internally, shows the level of this energy, and returns it according to a threshold value. The variable kinetic energy unit that generates the notification output is not described. Document US7649305B2 describes how mechanical energy can be converted through piezoelectric elements. This document describes the energy production structure that converts energy into electrical energy. This document explains piezoelectricity. It forms a technically similar structure in terms of energy production. However, the structure in question is modular. Detachable from the training block, with energy level indicator and threshold setting. An educational block with a circuit is not an energy unit structure. Document EP4220904B1 describes electromagnetic kinetic energy based on magnets and coils. The collection structure is explained. This document describes how kinetic energy is collected using electromagnetic methods. In terms of conversion to electrical energy, they form a closely related technical system. However, The document in question refers to a replaceable energy unit, unit, for the modular training block. 35 energy level indicators and energy threshold-dependent feedback output are included together. It does not receive. Therefore, in the current state of the art; 2 5 • A unit body that can be attached to and detached from the modular training block, • Mechanical energy collection mechanism located within the unit body, • energy conversion unit connected to this mechanism, • an energy storage unit that accumulates the energy produced on a unit, • energy level indicator located on the unit, • A thresholding circuit that compares the energy level to a predetermined threshold value. • and a feedback element that produces a feedback output when the energy threshold is reached. • a motion energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit that includes sufficient clearance It is not available. Therefore, data obtained from user movement is used in modular training blocks. a system that collects, stores, displays, and represents the energy received per unit, and determines the energy threshold. A new technical framework is needed that generates connected feedback output. 3. PURPOSE OF THE UTILITY MODEL The purpose of this useful model is to provide a modular training block that can be attached to and detached from the user. a kinetic energy source that converts mechanical energy obtained from motion into electrical energy The goal is to create a unit of summation. Another objective of the utility model is to design an energy storage unit located within the unit's body. thanks to this, the electrical energy generated by user movement is accumulated on the unit. to provide. Another objective of the utility model is to provide information via the energy level indicator located on the unit. the energy level accumulated as a result of user activity can be seen by the user. or to make it perceptible. Another objective of the utility model is to reverse the process when the energy level reaches a predetermined threshold value. The goal is to create a unit structure that includes a thresholding circuit that operates the notification element. Another objective of the utility model is to create a modular training block independent of the main body. can be manufactured, removed for maintenance, and used in different training blocks. The goal is to create a replaceable energy harvesting subunit. Another aim of the utility model is to move user interaction beyond mere mechanical interaction. by extracting a measurable energy level and threshold-controlled feedback output per unit. 35. The goal is to provide a tangible technical structure that transforms things. 4. EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES 3 5 4.1 No figures are included in the application. 5. EXPLANATION OF REFERENCES IN THE FIGURES 5.1 Since no figures are included in the application, a reference list is not provided. 6. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE UTILITY MODEL 6.1 General structure 6.1.1 Utility model: Kinetic energy system that can be attached to and detached from a modular training block. It relates to the collection and threshold feedback unit. 6.1.2 Unit; unit body, block connection structure, mechanical energy collection mechanism, energy conversion unit, energy storage unit, energy management circuit, energy level It consists of an indicator, a thresholding circuit, and a feedback element. 6.1.3 The unit is attached to the modular training block by the user, during use. mechanical energy from the resulting rocking, pressing, rotating or displacement movements It obtains this energy and converts it into electrical energy. 6.1.4 The generated electrical energy is stored in the energy storage unit within the unit, The energy level is displayed to the user via an energy level indicator and a threshold setting circuit. It is being monitored by. 6.1.5 Feedback element when energy level reaches predetermined threshold value He is working. 6.2 Unit body 6.2.1 Unit body, mechanical and kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit. It is the main structure that carries the electronic components. 6.2.2 Unit body; outer shell, internal load-bearing volume, mechanical movement area, electronics The component includes a placement area and a connection area to the modular training block. 6.2.3 The outer shell is held by the user and secured within the modular training block. It has a closed-surface structure suitable for placement in this manner. 6.2.4 Internal cargo volume, mechanical energy harvesting mechanism and electronic components It is carried in a fixed position within the unit body. 35 6.3 Block connection structure 6.3.1 Attaching and detaching the unit from the modular training block on the unit body. It has a block connection structure that provides this. 4 5 6.3.2 Block connection structure, slide that fits into the corresponding slot in the modular training block. The profile includes a snap-on tab, seating surface, or locking tab. 6.3.3 Block connection structure, at a specific location within the unit's modular training block. It ensures that it is held. 6.3.4 Block connection structure, for the purpose of maintenance, replacement or use of the unit in a different block. It allows its removal. 6.4 Mechanical energy harvesting mechanism 6.4.1 Mechanical energy harvesting mechanism, mechanical energy generated from user movement. It is the structure that transfers energy to the energy conversion unit. 6.4.2 Mechanical energy collection mechanism; free-moving weight, mass-spring arrangement, from a pressure plate, rotating shaft, gear transmission element or elastic deformation element It consists of. 6.4.3 Free-moving weight moves forward within its internal range of motion when the unit body is swung. By moving backward, it stimulates the energy conversion unit. 6.4.4 The pressure plate converts the pressure force applied by the user into energy. It is forwarding it to the relevant unit. 6.4.5 Rotary shaft and gear transmission element, rotation created by the user. It transfers its motion to the energy conversion unit. 6.4.6 Elastic deformation element, shape during compression or bending motion. By changing the voltage, it transfers mechanical stress to the piezoelectric transducer. 6.5 Energy conversion unit 6.5.1 The energy conversion unit receives the motion from the mechanical energy collection mechanism. It is a structure that converts energy into electrical energy. 6.5.2 Energy conversion unit: piezoelectric transducer or electromagnetic microcontroller It is a generator. 6.5.3 Piezoelectric transducer, under the influence of mechanical pressure, vibration or stretching It generates electrical potential. 6.5.4 Electromagnetic microgenerator, magnet and coil located inside the unit housing. It consists of 35 arrangements. 6.5.5 An electric current is generated in the coil as a result of the magnet's movement relative to the coil. 6.5.6 The energy conversion unit provides intermittent electrical energy as a result of user actions. It produces. 5 6.6 Energy storage unit 6.6.1 The energy storage unit converts electricity from the energy conversion unit. It is a structure that stores energy. 6.6.2 Energy storage unit: supercapacitor, capacitor bank or low-capacity It includes an energy buffer circuit. 6.6.3 The energy storage unit's feedback element, despite intermittent power generation. It provides the necessary energy reserves for its operation. 6.6.4 Energy storage unit, thresholding circuit and energy management circuit. He is working. 6.7 Energy management circuit 6.7.1 The energy management circuit receives electrical energy from the energy conversion unit. It is an electronic circuit that regulates and directs energy to the energy storage unit. 6.7.2 Energy management circuit; rectification circuit, voltage regulation circuit, charge control The circuit includes an overvoltage limiting circuit and a power distribution circuit. 6.7.3 Rectifier circuit, variable electrical output obtained from the energy conversion unit It converts the output into a usable direct current output. 6.7.4 The voltage regulation circuit returns the energy received from the energy storage unit. It brings the voltage to the appropriate level for the notification element and display structure. 6.7.5 The charge control circuit monitors the energy transferred to the energy storage unit. 6.7.6 Overvoltage limiting circuit, the energy storage unit and connected electronics It protects the components. 6.8 Energy level indicator 6.8.1 Energy level on the unit body or on the surface associated with the unit body It has an indicator. 6.8.2 The energy level indicator shows the energy level accumulated in the energy storage unit. It is the structure that displays information to the user. 6.8.3 Energy level indicator: Illuminated display array, colored display area, mechanical. 35 are in the form of display windows or screen areas. 6.8.4 Energy level indicator, displays energy level as low, medium and feedback. This indicates a sufficient level. 6 5 6.8.5 Energy level indicator, the unit of energy produced by user activity. It allows for monitoring. 6.9 Threshold Detection Circuit 6.9.1 The thresholding circuit determines the energy level accumulated in the energy storage unit. It is an electronic circuit that compares to a predetermined threshold value. 6.9.2 The threshold determination circuit specifies the minimum threshold required for the operation of the feedback element. It monitors the energy level. 6.9.3 Feedback element when energy level is below a defined threshold value It is not operational. 6.9.4 Feedback element when the energy level reaches the specified threshold value. It is being operated. 6.9.5 This structure returns when the user performs a certain level of physical movement. It enables the generation of the notification output. 6.10 Feedback element 6.10.1 The unit shall have at least one recycling unit powered by energy supplied from the energy storage unit. It includes a notification element. 6.10.2 Feedback element: light source, sound generating unit or vibrating element It is in this form. 6.10.3 Feedback element, dependent on the operating permission from the threshold setting circuit. It works as follows. 6.10.4 The feedback element indicates that the energy level has reached the specified threshold value. It informs the user with visual, auditory, or tactile output. 6.11 Energy measurement structure 6.11.1 Unit: Energy, which determines the amount of energy produced as a result of user activity. It includes a measurement structure. 6.11.2 The energy measurement structure measures the voltage variation in the energy storage unit and charging. It measures the level or amount of energy stored in a given period. 35 6.11.3 The measured amount of energy is displayed to the user via the energy level indicator. is being transferred. 6.11.4 Energy measurement structure, measurable energy level of user movement. It enables its transformation. 7 5 6.12 Method of use 6.12.1 The user will use the kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit in modular training. It is inserted into the connector socket in the block. 6.12.2 The user shakes, pushes, rotates, and moves the modular training block. It modifies or merges with another block. 6.12.3 Mechanical energy harvesting mechanism, converting the generated motion into energy conversion unit. It transmits. 6.12.4 The energy conversion unit produces electrical energy. 6.12.5 The energy management circuit regulates the generated electrical energy and stores it. It transfers it to the unit. 6.12.6 The energy level indicator shows the user the accumulated energy level. 6.12.7 The threshold detection circuit determines when the accumulated energy reaches a sufficient level for feedback. It is checking that it has not arrived. 6.12.8 Feedback element when energy level reaches predetermined threshold value He is working. 7. INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY The subject of the utility model is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit; plastic part. manufacturing, electronic circuit manufacturing, piezoelectric transducer assembly, electromagnetic micro Industrial generator assembly, energy storage circuit manufacturing, and mass assembly techniques. It can be produced on a large scale. The unit body is produced using injection molding, thermoforming, or polymer forming techniques. It can be produced. Mechanical energy harvesting mechanism; free-moving weight, mass-spring mechanism, compression standard in the form of plate, rotary shaft, gear transmission element or elastic deformation element. It is created using mechanical production and assembly techniques. The energy conversion unit consists of a piezoelectric transducer, coil, magnet, and microgenerator. It is manufactured using its components. Energy management circuit, energy storage unit, thresholding circuit, energy level 35 indicators and feedback elements are located on the printed circuit board or inside the unit housing. They are being integrated into the electronic residential area. 8 5 Utility model subject unit; preschool education tools, primary and secondary school education materials, STEM kits, energy conversion experiment sets, the relationship between motion and electricity It is used in the fields of educational tools and interactive learning toys. With these characteristics, the unit that is the subject of the utility model is; existing plastic production, mechanical assembly and Marketable and feasible for mass production using electronic manufacturing infrastructures. It is of a certain quality. 9

Claims

1. It is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit for the modular training block. Its feature is that the block can be attached to and detached from a modular educational block body. a unit body with a connecting structure, mechanical parts located within the unit body energy harvesting mechanism, energy related to mechanical energy harvesting mechanism conversion unit, electrical energy obtained from the energy conversion unit an energy storage unit that accumulates energy, regulates the energy in the energy storage unit The energy management circuit is located on the unit body and in the energy storage unit. The energy level indicator shows the accumulated energy level. Thresholding circuit and energy level that compares with a predetermined threshold value. When the specified threshold value is reached, energy is supplied from the energy storage unit. It includes an employee feedback element.

2. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; block the connection structure fits into the corresponding connection slot in the modular training block It includes a sliding profile.

3. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; block locking mechanism that secures the unit body of the connection structure within the modular training block. It includes the fingernail.

4. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; block Modular training for maintenance and replacement of the unit body of the connection structure. It includes a gripping surface that allows it to be removed from the block by hand.

5. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; unit body outer shell, inner load-bearing volume, mechanical movement area, electronics It includes a component placement area and a connection area to the modular training block.

6. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; 35 mechanical energy harvesting mechanisms: free-moving weight, mass-spring. assembly, pressure plate, rotating shaft, gear transmission element and elastic deformation It must contain at least one mechanical energy harvesting element selected from among its components. 5.

7. According to claim 6, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; When the unit body of the free-moving weight swings forward within its internal range of motion. It stimulates the energy conversion unit by moving back and forth.

8. According to claim 6, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; the pressure plate converts the pressure force applied by the user into energy. It is the transfer of the unit.

9. According to claim 6, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; the rotation of the rotating shaft and gear transmission element created by the user. It is the transfer of its motion to the energy conversion unit.

10. According to claim 6, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; the shape of the elastic deformation element during compression or bending movement It is the transfer of mechanical stress to the energy conversion unit by changing it.

11. It is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit according to claim 1, and its characteristic is; under the influence of mechanical pressure, vibration or stretching of the energy conversion unit It contains a piezoelectric transducer that generates electrical potential.

12. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; magnet and coil located inside the unit body of the energy conversion unit It contains an electromagnetic micro-generator consisting of a system.

13. According to Claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; energy storage unit includes supercapacitor, capacitor bank and low-capacity It must include at least one energy storage structure selected from among the energy buffer circuits.

14. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; energy management circuit, rectifier circuit, voltage regulation circuit, charge control The 35 circuit consists of an overvoltage limiting circuit and a power distribution circuit. 11 5 15. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; visible to the user on the unit body of the energy level indicator It includes a series of illuminated indicators.

16. According to Claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; The energy level indicator shows that the energy level in the energy storage unit is low. Colored indicator area showing level, middle level and threshold value level. It includes.

17. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; the energy level indicator shows the energy level in the energy storage unit. It includes a mechanical instrument panel.

18. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; threshold The energy level in the energy storage unit of the determination circuit is a defined threshold. When the value is below a certain level, it cuts off the transfer of energy to the feedback element and... When the level reaches a predetermined threshold value, energy is supplied to the feedback element. It contains a switching structure that enables the transfer.

19. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; feedback The notification element contains a light source that produces visual output.

20. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; feedback The notification element includes a sound-producing unit that generates auditory output.

21. According to claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; feedback The notification element includes a vibrating element that produces haptic feedback.

22. According to Claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; Determines the amount of energy produced as a result of user movement within the unit's body. There are 35 energy measurement structures.

23. According to claim 22, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; the voltage change, charge level and energy storage unit of the energy measurement structure 12 5 At least one energy parameter selected from among the amounts of energy stored in a specific period of time It is a measurement.

24. According to claim 22, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; the measured energy parameter of the energy measurement structure to the energy level indicator It is a transfer.

25. According to Claim 1, it is a kinetic energy harvesting and threshold feedback unit, and its characteristic is; The unit body is removed from the modular training block and placed in another modular training block. It is designed to be plugged into the connector socket in the block. 13