Cycling Switch Control Circuit for Energy Storage Optimization

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional control circuits for electronic equipment require complex wiring and large storage elements for power and state signal management, leading to inefficiencies in energy storage and consumption, especially when switching between operation modes and functions.

Innovation Solution

A control circuit with a switch loop, first control loop, and second control loop that generates driving signals and control signals to manage electronic equipment operation modes without needing a large storage element, using a filter unit, trigger unit, delay unit, inverter unit, and charging/discharging units to optimize energy usage and simplify wiring.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Duration of action of moving object

If a storage element with larger capacity is used to extend storage time, then the energy storage capability is improved, but the volume increases causing space waste

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestorage timeVSAvoidvolume of storage element
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of moving objectVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs periodic charging and discharging actions through the cycling switch to maintain energy storage. Instead of relying on a large-capacity storage element, the system periodically transfers energy between storage elements, effectively extending the operational duration without increasing the volume of individual storage components.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The control circuit performs preliminary charging of storage elements before they are needed for operation. By pre-charging storage elements and managing their charge cycles in advance, the system ensures adequate energy availability without requiring oversized storage capacity, thus avoiding space waste while maintaining sufficient storage time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple control switches are used to control different operation modes, then the control capability is improved, but the wiring complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontrol capabilityVSAvoidwiring complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal control architecture where a single control circuit manages multiple operation modes through a cycling switch mechanism. This multi-functional approach allows one control system to handle various operational states (charging, discharging, mode switching) without requiring separate dedicated switches for each function, thereby reducing wiring complexity while maintaining comprehensive control capability.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The control circuit merges multiple control functions into a unified system. By combining mode control, switch cycling management, and energy storage coordination into a single integrated control unit, the patent eliminates the need for separate control switches and their associated wiring, simplifying the overall system architecture while preserving full operational control.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Quantity of substance

If a storage element is used to store power and state signals, then the signal storage capability is improved, but the discharge routes increase causing energy loss

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesignal storage capabilityVSAvoidenergy loss through discharge routes
Core Design Contradiction:
Quantity of substanceVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The control circuit incorporates feedback mechanisms to monitor the charge states of storage elements and dynamically manage discharge routes. By detecting when storage elements are fully charged or discharged, the system intelligently controls the cycling switch to prevent unnecessary discharge cycles, thereby reducing energy loss while maintaining adequate signal storage capability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system employs self-regulating discharge control where the control circuit automatically manages the discharge processes based on real-time storage element states. This self-service approach minimizes energy loss by preventing discharge when not needed and optimizing discharge timing, allowing the system to maintain signal storage capability without excessive energy dissipation through multiple discharge routes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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

The solution allows for efficient energy management, reducing the need for large storage capacity and simplifying wiring, enabling electronic equipment to operate in different modes while conserving energy and facilitating easier switch replacements.

Implementation Method 1

the second control loop has a storage unit, which charges and discharges according to the first control signal

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCapacitance: Capacitance

Data Source

PatentUS8624441B2Control circuit of cycling switch and control method thereof
Publication Date: 2014.01.07 DELTA ELECTRONICS INC(CN)
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AI summary

A control circuit of a cycling switch for controlling an electronic equipment includes a switch loop, a first control loop and a second control loop. The switch loop generates a driving signal to drive the electronic equipment. The first control loop is electrically connected with the switch loop and the electronic equipment respectively, and generates a first control signal according to a variation of the driving signal. The second control loop is electrically connected with the first control loop and the electronic equipment respectively. The second control loop has a storage unit which charges and discharges according to the first control signal, so that the second control loop generates a second control signal. The second control signal is inputted to the first control loop and controls the electronic equipment. A control method applied to the control circuit of the cycling switch is also disclosed.