Crane Controller Battery Device with Authorization Memory
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing controllers for cranes lack the ability to selectively and efficiently switch between operation, simulation, and demonstration modes, and do not accommodate individual user preferences and authorization levels.
Innovation Solution
A battery device with integrated electronic circuitry and memory is designed to power a crane controller, enabling it to operate in multiple modes (operation, simulation, and demonstration) and store user-specific data for personalized functionality and authorization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single controller is used for multiple purposes (operation, simulation, demonstration), then versatility and cost-efficiency are improved, but the ability to selectively switch between functions and prevent unauthorized use deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by using different authorization levels (parameters) to control which functions are available. The controller reads authorization information from the battery device and adjusts its operational parameters accordingly, enabling or disabling specific functions based on the detected authorization level. This resolves the contradiction by maintaining multi-functionality while implementing controlled access to different function sets.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a single controller is used for multiple purposes (operation, simulation, demonstration), then versatility and cost-efficiency are improved, but the ability to selectively switch between functions and prevent unauthorized use deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary mechanism - the battery device with stored authorization information - that mediates between the user and the controller's function access. The battery device acts as a credential carrier that the controller verifies to determine which functions should be accessible. This intermediary system reliably prevents unauthorized use while maintaining versatile multi-functionality.
3Adaptability or versatility
If user-specific data is stored in the battery device, then personalized functionality and security are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the complex data storage and processing requirements from the main controller and places them in the separate battery device. The battery device stores authorization levels and user-specific information, while the controller simply reads this information and adjusts its behavior accordingly. This extraction reduces the complexity burden on the controller while maintaining user personalization capabilities.
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AI summary
A battery device (10) comprises a housing (50) adapted to be attached to a controller (1) for operating a crane and to be powered by the battery device, a battery cell (40), and electronic circuitry (20) connected to the battery cell (40) and electrically connectable to the controller (1). A memory (24) is provided in the electronic circuitry, wherein a function of the controller (1) depends on the information in the memory (24) By providing a controller (1) adapted to operate in one of a plurality of operating modes, wherein the operating modes comprise any of the following: an operation mode for controlling the operation of a crane (100), a simulation mode for communicating with a simulation device (200) for simulating a crane, and a demonstration mode for demonstration of the different functions of the controller (1) for controlling a crane, a controller for a crane is provided in which the selection of functions can be done in a controlled and defined way.