Auxiliary Outlet System with RF Signal Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electrical outlets lack the ability to convert un-switched configurations into switched configurations, limiting control over electricity distribution and energy efficiency in residential and industrial settings.
Innovation Solution
An auxiliary outlet system comprising a transmitting outlet and mirrored outlets, where the transmitting outlet broadcasts a radio frequency signal to control the operation of mirrored outlets, enabling or disabling electricity distribution based on a maintained switch setting, effectively converting un-switched outlets to switched configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If conventional electrical outlets are used without switching capability, then electricity distribution is simple and reliable, but energy efficiency and control over electricity distribution are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a transmitting outlet that broadcasts radio frequency signals to control multiple mirrored outlets. The mirrored outlets copy the switching state of the transmitting outlet, enabling centralized control without physically modifying each outlet. This allows energy efficiency improvements through switching capability while maintaining simple outlet configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces physical wiring modifications with radio frequency signal transmission. Instead of mechanically altering each outlet's switching capability through complex wiring, the system uses electromagnetic signals to control the switching state of mirrored outlets, reducing device complexity while improving energy efficiency.
2Ease of operation
If un-switched outlets are converted to switched configurations, then control over electricity distribution is improved, but the complexity of the outlet system increases
Solution Approach 1:
The transmitting outlet serves multiple functions: it provides electrical power distribution and simultaneously broadcasts control signals to mirrored outlets. This multi-functionality allows a single outlet to control the switching state of multiple other outlets, improving ease of operation without proportionally increasing system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces radio frequency signals as an intermediary between the transmitting outlet and mirrored outlets. This intermediary enables control communication without requiring complex physical connections or modifications to each outlet, thereby improving control capability while minimizing increases in system complexity.
3Ease of operation
If multiple outlets are controlled individually, then precise control is achieved, but the system becomes more complex and harder to manage
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the control function into a single transmitting outlet that broadcasts signals to multiple mirrored outlets. Instead of requiring individual control mechanisms for each outlet, the system combines control capabilities into one unit, making the system easier to manage while maintaining the ability to control multiple outlets simultaneously.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The system allows for efficient control of electricity distribution, enabling or disabling mirrored outlets based on the transmitting outlet's state, enhancing energy management and efficiency by converting un-switched outlets to switched configurations.
Implementation Method 1
The transmitting outlet broadcasts a radio frequency signal to each of the one or more mirrored outlets
Data Source
AI summary
The auxiliary outlet system is an electrical socket that is configured for use with a national electric grid. The auxiliary outlet system is a port that distributes electricity from the national electric grid. The auxiliary outlet system comprises a transmitting outlet and one or more mirrored outlets. The transmitting outlet is configured to distribute electricity from the national electric grid. The one or more mirrored outlets are configured to distribute electricity from the national electric grid. The transmitting outlet broadcasts a radio frequency signal to each of the one or more mirrored outlets. The one or more mirrored outlets mirror the operation of the transmitting outlet. Specifically: a) each of the one or more mirrored outlets are enabled to distribute electricity when the transmitting outlet is enabled to distribute electricity; and, b) each of the one or more mirrored outlets are de-energized when the transmitting outlet is de-energized.