Awning Canopy Detachable Module for Wireless Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional awning structures lack wireless control options and communication capabilities, limiting their functionality and user interaction, especially in providing enhanced comfort and convenience.
Innovation Solution
An enhanced awning canopy assembly with a detachable attachment module integrated with electrical components such as a microphone, heating element, input/output port, image capture device, speaker, and transceiver, allowing for wireless control and communication between the awning and a remote user, along with a hard wire connection for power sourcing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional awning structures are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but wireless control options and communication capabilities are lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The electrical system is segmented into a detachable attachment module that can be separately installed on the second main arm. This module contains all wireless control components (transceiver, microphone, speaker, heating element, illumination source) and can be connected to the power source via a connector, allowing the awning to gain wireless functionality without redesigning the entire structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The detachable attachment module serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides wireless communication (transceiver), audio input/output (microphone, speaker), thermal control (heating element), illumination (illumination source), and power connection. This multi-functional design adds versatility without proportionally increasing complexity.
2Ease of operation
If electrical components are integrated into the awning, then user interaction and comfort are enhanced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
All electrical components are consolidated into a single detachable attachment module that connects to the awning's power system via a connector. This segmentation allows users to interact with multiple functions (wireless control, audio, heating, lighting) through a unified interface while simplifying installation and maintenance.
Solution Approach 2:
The detachable attachment module acts as an intermediary between the power source and various electrical components. It houses the transceiver, microphone, speaker, heating element, and illumination source, providing a centralized interface that manages all electrical functions without requiring separate wiring for each component.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a detachable attachment module with multiple electrical components is added, then functionality is enhanced, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment module is designed as a separate, pre-assembled unit containing all electrical components (transceiver, microphone, speaker, heating element, illumination source) and their interconnections. This segmentation allows the module to be manufactured independently using standardized electrical assembly processes, then attached to the awning structure, simplifying overall manufacturing.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple electrical components that would otherwise require separate mounting and wiring are merged into a single detachable attachment module. This consolidation reduces the number of assembly steps in the main awning manufacturing process, as the module can be attached as one unit rather than installing each electrical component separately.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables wireless control and communication, enhancing user interaction and comfort by providing automated awning operation, audio feedback, and additional functionalities like insect repellent and illumination, improving usability and enjoyment.
Implementation Method 1
a transceiver, allowing for wireless control and communication between the awning and a remote user
Implementation Method 2
a heating element
Data Source
AI summary
An awning assembly and method of construction is disclosed herein. The awning assembly comprising a first main arm for coupling to a dwelling, a second main arm rotatably coupled to the first main arm at a first end and supportingly coupled to a roll bar at a second end, the roll bar coupled to a canopy, and a hard wire connection housed within the first main arm for coupling to a power source. The awning assembly further comprising a detachable attachment module coupled to the first end of the second main arm and functionally coupled to the hard wire connection, the detachable attachment module comprising a plurality of electrical components, the plurality of electrical components comprising at least one of a microphone, a heating element, an input/output port, an image capture device, a speaker, an illumination source, and a transceiver.