Multi-Voltage Camera Handle Integrating Power Distribution

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current camera kit setups require multiple power modules and accessories due to different voltage requirements, leading to increased space occupation and complex operations, with existing power supply modes being inconvenient and prone to damage.

Innovation Solution

A multi-voltage output camera kit handle with a housing, lithium battery, intelligent control circuit, and power interface that provides centralized power supply through D-TAP, DC, USB, Type-C, and other connectors, featuring over-discharge protection and LED indicators, allowing for efficient power distribution to various devices without additional accessories.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If multiple power modules and accessories are installed to supply power to different devices with different voltage requirements, then the power supply capability is improved, but the space occupation and device complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply capabilityVSAvoidaccessory count
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The camera kit handle integrates multiple power output interfaces (DC interface, USB interface, Type-C interface) into a single device, enabling it to supply power to different types of accessories simultaneously. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate power modules for each accessory type, reducing overall complexity while maintaining versatile power supply capability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines the power supply function with the camera kit handle structure, merging what were previously separate power modules and accessories into one integrated unit. The handle now serves both as a structural component and a centralized power distribution system, reducing the number of discrete components needed in the system

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Adaptability or versatility

If additional power modules are installed on the kit to supply power to accessories, then the power supply capability is improved, but the space occupation increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply capabilityVSAvoidspace occupation
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The handle incorporates multiple power output interfaces (DC, USB, Type-C) that can accommodate different accessory types, providing versatile power supply without requiring additional dedicated power modules that would occupy extra space on the kit

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

By integrating the power supply function into the existing handle structure, the patent eliminates the need for separate power modules that would occupy additional space, achieving space-efficient power distribution

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Adaptability or versatility

If batteries are hung to the back of the lamp to supply power, then the power supply capability is improved, but the weight of the lamp increases and the interface becomes prone to damage

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supply capabilityVSAvoidinterface durability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The power supply function is merged into the camera kit handle rather than being externally attached to accessories like lamps. This integration creates a more reliable connection that is not susceptible to the damage risks associated with externally hung batteries

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The power supply system is extracted from the accessories (like lamps) and centralized in the handle, removing the vulnerable battery-lamp connection and replacing it with a more reliable integrated system

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Data Source

PatentEP3770679B1Multi-voltage output camera kit handle
Publication Date: 2023.05.24 SHENZHEN SONGWEI TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention discloses a multi-voltage output camera kit handle, the housing (1) comprises a lithium battery accommodating cavity (1-1) and a power interface window (1-2); the lithium battery (2) is installed in the lithium battery accommodating cavity (1-1); and the power interface (4) is installed at the power interface window (1-2); the power interface (4) comprises a charging interface used for charging the lithium battery, and a discharging interface used for discharging to different devices; the power switch (1-7) is used for starting or turning off the discharging function; and the power interface (4), the lithium battery (2) and the power switch (1-7) are welded on the intelligent control circuit (3). The invention can replace an original handle on a kit, occupies no extra space, meets multi-voltage outputs and can supply power for a photographing and video recording unit and the surrounding accessories.