Auxiliary Wireless Device Holder for Threaded Power Tool Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing power tools often lack integral wireless communication capabilities, making it difficult for users to track and locate them, especially for those who do not need the expensive tools with built-in wireless features, and there is a limited number of tools that offer the option to install an audit chip for tracking.
Innovation Solution
A holder unit with a housing that detachably mounts to a threaded opening on the power tool, securing an auxiliary wireless device containing a wireless communication device and energy storage, allowing periodic tracking and location monitoring.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If power tools are provided with integral wireless communication devices, then wireless tracking and location capabilities are improved, but tool cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless communication device is separated from the power tool into a standalone auxiliary device that can be attached to the tool via a holder unit. This segmentation allows the tool to remain inexpensive while still providing wireless tracking capabilities through the separate auxiliary device.
Solution Approach 2:
An intermediary holder unit is introduced between the power tool and the wireless communication device. This holder unit provides a mounting interface that allows the wireless device to be attached to the tool without modifying the tool's structure or increasing its cost.
2Adaptability or versatility
If power tools are provided with wireless communication devices, then wireless tracking capabilities are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the system into a power tool and a separate auxiliary wireless device, the complexity of the tool's original design is preserved while adding wireless capabilities through a modular attachment.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder unit serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the wireless device, offers a mounting interface for attachment, and maintains the tool's original design integrity. This multi-functionality reduces overall system complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If auxiliary wireless device is added to power tool, then wireless tracking capability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder unit acts as an intermediary component that simplifies the attachment process. It provides a standardized interface that allows the wireless device to be mounted on the tool without requiring complex modification or integration.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment structure allows for dynamic configuration where the holder unit can be attached and detached from the tool, and the wireless device can be mounted and removed from the holder. This dynamic design reduces complexity compared to permanent integration.
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AI summary
A holder unit for a power tool is provided including a housing having a plurality of walls defining an open end, the housing being sized to receive an auxiliary wireless device therein through the open end. The housing is detachably mounted to a threaded opening provided on a tool housing of the power tool.