AC Power Transfer Module With Mechanical No-Break Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Business operations face disruptions and financial losses due to power outages during transitions to new power supplies, necessitating a seamless power switch that is easy to use and effective.
Innovation Solution
An AC power transfer module comprising an adapter and a grabber that enables uninterrupted power supply by mechanically switching from an original power source to a transfer power source without disruption, using a toggle mechanism to rotate adapter pins and establish connections with a transfer power source.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a manual power switch is used to transfer from original power source to transfer power source, then the device can be operated, but power disruption occurs during the switching process
Solution Approach 1:
The grabber is pre-configured with the transfer power source connection before the switching process begins. The adapter is designed with pre-positioned contact points that automatically engage with the grabber's electrical contacts, ensuring that the transfer power source is ready to immediately supply power when the mechanical switch actuates, thereby eliminating power disruption and switching time loss.
2Reliability
If a complex automated transfer system is implemented to ensure uninterrupted power, then power continuity is maintained, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mechanical switch acts as an intermediary component that bridges the original power source and transfer power source through the adapter and grabber. This simple mechanical intermediary automatically manages the power transition by physically connecting or disconnecting electrical contacts, providing reliable power continuity without requiring complex automated control systems, microprocessors, or sophisticated switching mechanisms.
3Productivity
If seamless power transfer is achieved through automatic switching, then productivity is maintained, but ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter and grabber system is designed to automatically perform the power source switching function without requiring user intervention or complex operational procedures. The mechanical switch self-actuates through the insertion or engagement of the grabber with the adapter, and the electrical contacts automatically establish or break circuits, enabling seamless power transfer that maintains productivity while remaining simple to operate.
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AI summary
An AC power transfer module includes at least one adapter and at least one grabber, the AC power transfer module operable to enable uninterrupted delivery of power to a demand unit. The adapter is configured to plug into an original power source and supply electricity to the demand unit which is plugged into the adapter, and the grabber is configured to plug into the adapter and separately engage with a transfer power source. The adapter includes a mechanical switch that is actuated by engagement of the adapter with the grabber to switch the supply of power from the original power source to the transfer power source, whereby the AC power transfer module enables switching to a new power supply without power disruption to the demand unit.