Animal Health Sensor Communication Assembly with Resin Encapsulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional systems for monitoring animal health over large areas are limited by distance and networking technology, making it difficult to effectively transmit biological data from roaming animals, particularly in vast environments like American farms.
Innovation Solution
A communication assembly with a network transceiver, antenna, and resinous material encapsulation, configured for long-distance signal transmission through a ceramic or plastic casing, including a controller to adjust power output and a temperature sensor, enabling efficient data transmission over extended distances.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of stationary object
If conventional networking technology is used for transmitting biological data, then the system structure is simple, but the transmission distance is limited and the system becomes inoperable for animals roaming over wide surface areas
Solution Approach 1:
The patent changes the transmission parameter from conventional short-range networking to long-range wireless transmission by implementing a communication assembly specifically designed for extended distance operation, enabling data transmission across vast pastoral areas while managing the increased system complexity through integrated design
Solution Approach 2:
The communication assembly acts as an intermediary device that bridges the gap between biological data collection sensors and remote monitoring systems, enabling long-distance transmission by incorporating specialized antenna and transceiver components that overcome the limitations of conventional networking technology
2Reliability
If the antenna transmits signals through the resinous material encapsulation, then the components are protected from environmental damage, but the signal transmission may be interfered with by the material
Solution Approach 1:
The patent converts the potential harmful effect of resinous material on signal transmission into a benefit by carefully selecting encapsulation materials and designs that provide environmental protection while maintaining signal transparency, thus protecting components from moisture and corrosion without significantly degrading wireless signal transmission
Solution Approach 2:
The communication assembly implements localized optimization by positioning the antenna in specific regions where signal transmission is prioritized, and using resinous material encapsulation selectively on components where environmental protection is most critical, thereby balancing protection and signal transmission needs
3Length of stationary object
If the network transceiver transmits signals at high power to extend transmission distance, then the coverage area increases, but the power consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication assembly employs periodic transmission cycles with adjustable intervals, allowing the network transceiver to transmit at high power only when necessary for maintaining long-distance connectivity, thereby extending coverage area while managing power consumption through intermittent high-power bursts rather than continuous transmission
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements dynamic power adjustment capabilities where the transmission power is automatically optimized based on real-time signal quality, distance to receiving devices, and battery status, enabling the transceiver to adapt between high-power long-range transmission and low-power conservation modes
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 allows for reliable and efficient transmission of biological data from animals over long distances, reducing power consumption and maintaining signal integrity, thus addressing the limitations of existing systems in monitoring animal health across vast areas.
Implementation Method 1
an antenna electrically coupled to the circuit board; and a resinous material encapsulating the antenna and the network transceiver therein, wherein the antenna is configured to transmit signals from the network transceiver through the resinous material
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to communication assemblies for animal health sensors. A communication assembly according to the disclosure can include: a network transceiver mounted on a circuit board; an antenna electrically coupled to the circuit board; and a resinous material encapsulating the antenna and the network transceiver therein, wherein the antenna is configured to transmit signals from the network transceiver through the resinous material; and a casing encapsulating at least the network transceiver, the antenna, and the resinous material therein, wherein the casing includes a plastic or ceramic material.