Composite Electronic Door Integration With Backup Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic door systems lack integrated, modular solutions that seamlessly integrate electronic features like locking mechanisms, cameras, and sensors into composite fiberglass doors without requiring extensive machining or modification, and often rely on separate, user-installed modular components.
Innovation Solution
A composite door system that integrates electronic features such as locking mechanisms, cameras, and sensors directly into the door structure, utilizing electrical wiring and flexible conduits to connect these components to the building's electrical system, with a control system for data acquisition and remote control capabilities, and a backup battery for power resilience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If electronic components are integrated directly into the door structure, then seamless integration and aesthetic appearance are improved, but installation complexity and machining requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The door system is divided into modular components: electronic components are housed in separate recesses within the door structure, allowing independent installation and replacement without affecting the entire door. The flexible conduit system is segmented into manageable sections for power transmission, simplifying installation while maintaining seamless integration.
Solution Approach 2:
A flexible conduit acts as an intermediary element between the building's electrical system and the electronic components embedded in the door. This intermediary allows power transmission without requiring direct integration into the door structure, reducing machining complexity while achieving seamless integration of electronic features.
2Reliability
If backup battery is included for power resilience, then continuous operation during power outages is improved, but device complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
A backup battery is pre-installed within the door structure to provide cushioning against power failures. The battery is positioned in a recess and connected via flexible conduit, allowing it to automatically engage during power outages without adding complex control systems or user intervention requirements.
3Ease of operation
If flexible conduit is used to connect electronic components to external power source, then installation flexibility is improved, but electrical connection reliability may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
A flexible conduit with a protective shell is used to connect electronic components to the external power source. The flexible nature allows easy routing and installation around door contours, while the protective shell maintains electrical connection stability and protects against environmental factors.
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible conduit serves multiple functions: it provides electrical power transmission, allows installation flexibility for different door configurations, and can be routed through various paths within the door structure. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components while maintaining connection reliability.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution provides a seamless integration of electronic features into composite fiberglass doors, enhancing security and convenience while eliminating the need for extensive installation and ensuring continuous operation during power outages.
Implementation Method 1
a backup battery disposed in at least one of the door jamb or the door panel. The backup battery is configured to power at least one of the plurality of electronic components in an event of power loss from the external power source
Implementation Method 2
The flexible conduit is configured to facilitate electrically coupling the plurality of electronic components to an external power source
Data Source
AI summary
A door system includes a door jamb, a door panel, a window disposed in the door panel, a plurality of electronic components, a hinge pivotally coupling an edge of the door panel to the door jamb, and a control system disposed within the door panel. The plurality of electronic components include an electronic locking mechanism coupled to the door panel, a camera coupled to the door panel, a sensor configured to facilitate detecting at least one of sound or activity proximate the door panel, and a backup battery disposed in at least one of the door jamb or the door panel. The edge of the door panel is configured to receive power from an external power source to power the plurality of electronic components. The backup battery is configured to power at least one of the plurality of electronic components in an event of power loss from the external power source.