Adaptor and Power Station for Continuous AC DC Output
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional portable power supplies using internal cell groups cannot continuously provide AC power once the cell group's power is depleted, limiting the operational duration of equipment outdoors.
Innovation Solution
A power station comprising a battery pack and an adaptor that allows the battery pack to output both AC and DC power, with the adaptor including a housing, battery pack interface, and output ports for alternating and direct current, enabling continuous power supply through the conversion of stored energy from the battery pack.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of moving object
If traditional portable power supply uses internal cell group, then the device is compact and portable, but the power cannot be continuously provided once the cell group is depleted
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply system is segmented into two independent parts: a removable battery pack and a power station body. The battery pack can be detached and replaced when depleted, while the power station contains the AC/DC conversion circuitry. This segmentation allows continuous operation by swapping battery packs without replacing the entire power supply system.
Solution Approach 2:
The battery pack interface is designed to be universal, allowing the same battery pack to power both the portable power station and the power tool directly. The adaptor serves multiple functions: it can convert battery power to AC power, DC power, or simply hold the battery pack for direct tool operation.
2Power
If battery pack is designed for high voltage output, then power output capability is improved, but compatibility with low voltage devices is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor includes voltage conversion circuitry that can transform the high voltage from the battery pack to lower voltages suitable for different devices. The system provides multiple output options (AC and DC) with adjustable voltage parameters to match the requirements of various powered devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor acts as an intermediary between the high-voltage battery pack and low-voltage devices. It receives high-voltage input from the battery pack and provides appropriately transformed voltage output to compatible devices, enabling compatibility without changing the battery pack itself.
3Adaptability or versatility
If adaptor includes multiple output ports, then versatility for different devices is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor is designed with multiple output ports (AC and DC) that can serve different device types simultaneously. A single adaptor unit provides universal compatibility with various powered devices by offering multiple output options in one integrated structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor combines AC output circuitry, DC output circuitry, and battery pack interface into a single integrated housing. This merging of multiple functions into one unit provides versatility while avoiding the complexity of separate standalone devices.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a portable power system that can continuously supply AC and DC power, extending the operational duration of equipment outdoors by utilizing the battery pack's stored energy and converting it into usable forms for various tools and devices.
Implementation Method 1
a battery pack capable of powering a power tool and an adaptor for causing the battery pack to output electrical energy
Data Source
AI summary
A power station and an adaptor are provided. The power station includes a battery pack and an adaptor. The adaptor includes a housing, a battery pack interface, a protecting frame for protecting the housing and disposed on the outside of the housing, at least one AC output port and at least one DC output port. The protecting frame includes a top seat at the top portion of the housing, a bottom seat at the bottom seat of the housing and a plurality of connecting bars respectively connected the top seat and the bottom seat. The output voltage of the DC output port is lower than the rated voltage of the battery pack.