Battery Adapter With Rotating Lock For Parallel Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Modern combatants face the challenge of carrying multiple batteries on missions due to partially depleted and unconsumed batteries, which add excess weight and are difficult to couple to powered devices without consuming a large volume, as existing adapters are designed for single batteries and require individual rotation, preventing simultaneous coupling.
Innovation Solution
A battery adapter system with a locking mechanism that allows multiple batteries to be coupled in parallel, featuring a housing with a first and second base, through holes, and a power system that facilitates power transfer, enabling secure and compact coupling of multiple batteries to a remote device using a rotating lock mechanism.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple batteries are coupled individually to a powered device, then each battery can be secured with a locking mechanism, but the device consumes a large volume and the batteries cannot be coupled simultaneously
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple battery coupling functions into a single adapter unit. The adapter includes multiple through-holes arranged in a circular pattern, each accommodating a battery with its own locking mechanism. This merging allows multiple batteries to be coupled simultaneously in a compact arrangement, reducing the overall volume compared to individual coupling devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent arranges batteries in a three-dimensional configuration around a central axis. The through-holes are positioned at different angular positions around the circumference, allowing batteries to be stacked or arranged vertically/horizontally in multiple dimensions. This spatial arrangement maximizes battery capacity within a compact volume.
2Reliability
If a single battery occupies a large volume when revolved, then it can be securely locked, but it prevents another battery from being coupled to the adapter
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter is segmented into multiple independent coupling stations, each with its own through-hole and locking mechanism. Each battery can be independently coupled and locked without interfering with other batteries. The segmented design allows one battery to be secured while leaving space for additional batteries in other segments of the circular arrangement.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter serves multiple functions: it can couple one or more batteries simultaneously, support different battery configurations (single, dual, or multiple batteries), and provide universal compatibility through standardized through-holes and locking mechanisms. This multi-functionality enables the same adapter structure to accommodate various mission requirements.
3Use of energy by moving object
If combatants carry multiple discrete batteries, then sufficient energy can be provided, but excess weight is added to the load
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple batteries into a single integrated power package through the adapter. By combining several batteries in one compact unit, the adapter reduces the total weight that the combatant must carry compared to carrying multiple separate battery devices. The consolidated design provides sufficient energy while minimizing redundant structural weight.
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AI summary
An adapter device for coupling one or more batteries to a remote powered device is provided. The adapter device includes a housing that accommodates a portion of a locking mechanism and a power system. The locking mechanism couples the one or more batteries to the adapter device. The power system facilitates power transfer between the one or more batteries and the remote powered device.