Detachable Inhaler Panel With Non-Contact Power Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing inhalation devices lack efficient mechanisms for powering and communicating with detachable panels, leading to complex configurations and limited functionality customization.
Innovation Solution
The inhalation device incorporates a main body portion with a power supply and power feeding circuit that uses non-contact electric power transmission to feed power to a detachable panel, enabling simplified communication and power delivery through near field communication, and includes a battery to stabilize power supply and support higher power consumption components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If contact-based power feeding is used for detachable panels, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases due to additional connectors and wiring
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical contact-based power feeding system with a non-contact electromagnetic induction system. The main body includes a power feeding unit with a coil that generates a magnetic field to transmit power wirelessly to the panel, eliminating the need for physical connectors and wiring while maintaining reliable power delivery to detachable panels
2Device complexity
If non-contact power transmission is used for detachable panels, then device complexity is reduced, but power transmission efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a magnetic field as an intermediary between the power supply in the main body and the panel. The power feeding unit generates a magnetic field that couples with the panel's receiving coil, enabling efficient non-contact power transmission. This intermediary approach maintains high transmission efficiency while simplifying the overall device structure by eliminating mechanical connectors
3Adaptability or versatility
If detachable panels with sensors are implemented, then customization options are improved, but power supply stability deteriorates due to frequent attachment and detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical contact-based power connection with non-contact electromagnetic induction, eliminating wear and connection instability caused by frequent attachment and detachment of panels. The magnetic coupling system maintains stable power transmission regardless of panel position or attachment frequency, supporting customizable sensor panels while ensuring reliable power supply
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 allows for efficient power and data transmission between the main body and panel, enhancing customization options and user convenience while maintaining a compact design.
Implementation Method 1
the power feeding circuit feeds the electric power of the power supply by non-contact electric power transmission
Data Source
AI summary
An inhalation device includes: a main body portion; and a panel attachable to and detachable from the main body portion. The panel includes a sensor configured to operate when electric power is fed, the main body portion includes a power supply and a power feeding circuit configured to feed electric power of the power supply to the mounted panel, and the power feeding circuit feeds the electric power of the power supply by non-contact electric power transmission.