Cleaning system comprising a base device and at least one accessory
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cleaning devices are unable to interact effectively with unknown accessory devices, as their control systems rely on pre-defined settings stored in the base device, preventing optimal operation with new or unregistered accessories.
Innovation Solution
The accessory device includes a configuration memory for storing operation data, which can be transferred to the base device, allowing the control system to adapt and control both devices based on the stored configuration data, enabling operation with previously unknown accessories without requiring software changes to the base device.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the base device uses pre-defined settings stored in its memory to control operation, then the control system is simple and reliable, but it cannot interact effectively with unknown accessory devices
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory device performs preliminary action by storing its configuration data (identification, operating parameters, capabilities) in its own memory before connection. When connected to the base device, this pre-stored data is automatically transmitted, allowing the base device to immediately recognize and adapt to the accessory without requiring complex real-time detection or manual configuration.
2Productivity
If the base device stores configuration data for each accessory type, then it can control known accessories optimally, but it cannot operate with new accessories not yet on the market
Solution Approach 1:
The system achieves universality by enabling the base device to work with any accessory device that has a controller and memory capable of storing and transmitting configuration data. The standardized data transmission protocol allows the base device to automatically adapt to new accessory types without requiring software changes, making the system future-proof and capable of supporting accessories not yet on the market.
3Ease of operation
If the base device evaluates accessory type using pre-stored assignments, then control is straightforward, but unknown accessories cannot be controlled
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory device performs self-service by automatically providing its own identification and configuration data to the base device through its controller. This eliminates the need for the base device to have pre-stored knowledge of every possible accessory type, as each accessory introduces itself and its requirements automatically upon connection, maintaining control simplicity while enabling recognition of new accessories.
4Ease of manufacture
If configuration data is stored centrally in the base device, then updates and management are easy, but the base device must have sufficient memory capacity
Solution Approach 1:
The configuration data storage is segmented between the accessory device (which stores its own identification and parameters in its controller memory) and the base device (which stores only the necessary operational control data). This segmentation allows the base device to have a smaller memory capacity while still enabling easy centralized management and updates of configuration data through the accessory's own storage capabilities.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a cleaning system comprising a base unit (1) and at least one accessory unit (2) for detachable connection to the base unit (1), wherein the base unit (1) has a detection device (3) for detecting the type of accessory unit (2) currently connected to the base unit (1), a basic storage device (4) and a control device (5) for controlling an operating activity of the base unit (1) and/or accessory unit (2) depending on the type of accessory unit (2) connected.To further enhance the cleaning system, it is proposed that the accessory device (2) has a configuration memory (6) in which configuration data for configuring the base device (1) and/or the accessory device (2) for operation of the cleaning system is stored, wherein the control unit (5) of the base device (1) is configured to read the configuration data stored in the configuration memory (6) of the accessory device (2) and to store it centrally in the base memory device (2), and wherein the control unit (5) is configured to access the configuration data stored in the base memory device (2) for operation of the cleaning system and to configure the base device (1) and/or the accessory device (2) based on the configuration data.