Detachable Battery Connection Module for Two-Wheeled Vehicle Flexibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing arrangements for establishing an electrical connection in two-wheeled vehicles lack flexibility, as they require a fixed interface between the stored energy source and vehicle components, limiting compatibility with different energy storage systems and increasing production costs.
Innovation Solution
A detachable coupling unit and connection module system, where the connection module is adaptable to various terminal connectors and plug interfaces, allowing for the use of different energy sources without modifying the coupling unit, enabling interchangeable modules for specific vehicle requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed interface is used between the stored energy source and vehicle components, then the structural simplicity is maintained, but the adaptability to different energy storage systems is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The interface is divided into two separate modules: a coupling unit that provides mechanical attachment and a connection module that provides electrical connection. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized independently - the coupling unit can be standardized while the connection module can be adapted to different energy storage systems, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling unit is designed as a universal component that can work with different connection modules. The standardized coupling unit serves multiple purposes: mechanical mounting, positioning, and providing a platform for various connection modules. This universality allows the same coupling unit to accommodate different energy storage systems through interchangeable connection modules.
2Ease of manufacture
If a fixed interface design is used, then the manufacturing process is simplified, but the production cost increases due to lower quantity discounts
Solution Approach 1:
By separating the coupling unit from the connection module, the coupling unit can be manufactured in large quantities as a standardized component, achieving economies of scale. The connection modules can be produced in smaller batches tailored to specific applications. This segmentation allows the coupling unit to benefit from high-volume production while maintaining manufacturing simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The design allows the coupling unit to remain constant while only the connection module parameters change to accommodate different energy storage systems. This parameter change approach enables standardized mass production of the coupling unit while adapting only the necessary electrical connection components for different applications.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the entire coupling unit is replaced to adapt to different energy sources, then the adaptability is achieved, but the material usage and weight increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electrical connection functionality is extracted from the mechanical coupling unit and placed in a separate connection module. This extraction allows the heavy mechanical coupling structure to remain standardized and reusable, while only the lighter electrical connection components need to be changed for different energy sources, reducing overall material usage and weight.
Solution Approach 2:
The universal coupling unit serves as a reusable platform that supports multiple connection modules for different energy sources. Instead of replacing the entire assembly, users can interchange only the connection module, significantly reducing the amount of material that needs to be manufactured and disposed of for each adaptation.
4Ease of operation
If a detachable connection module is used, then the flexibility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling unit and connection module are designed to work together as an integrated system while remaining physically separable. The coupling unit provides mechanical attachment and positioning features that naturally guide and secure the connection module, creating a unified functional system that appears simple despite being modular. This merging of functions reduces the perceived complexity while maintaining flexibility.
Data Source
AI summary
An arrangement for establishing an electrical connection of a stored energy source (14) to electrical components of a two wheeled vehicle includes a coupling unit (12) to which the stored energy source is detachably fastened and a connection module (26) for electrically connecting components of the two-wheeled vehicle. The connection module (26) is detachably connected to the coupling unit (12). The connection module (26) has a plug interface (24) to an electrical plug connector (44) of the stored energy source (14). The connection module (26) has at least one connection interface (30) for coupling terminal connectors (58) of components of the two-wheeled vehicle to the connection module (26) and for supplying the components of the two-wheeled vehicle with energy from the stored energy source (14).