Dual-Input Power Module for AC and DC Load Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The integration of alternative power sources with electrical loads is complicated by the need for power conversion between direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC), which increases system complexity and reduces efficiency, and requires additional components to accommodate different power types used by various load components.
Innovation Solution
An electrical load module with both AC and DC power input ports, coupled with power distribution and supply devices that allow direct connection of alternative power sources, reducing the need for intermediate conversion and enhancing efficiency by providing both AC and DC power to appropriate load components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If DC power from alternative power sources is converted to AC for grid distribution, then electricity can be distributed through the electrical grid infrastructure, but additional power conversion components are required which increase system complexity and reduce efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the power distribution into separate AC and DC paths. The alternative power source directly connects to DC-powered components without requiring AC conversion, while only AC-powered components undergo conversion. This segmentation eliminates unnecessary DC-to-AC conversion for DC loads, reducing system complexity and improving efficiency.
2Adaptability or versatility
If DC power from alternative power sources is converted to AC for grid distribution, then electricity can be distributed through the electrical grid infrastructure, but additional power conversion components are required which reduce efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the power distribution into separate AC and DC paths. The alternative power source directly connects to DC-powered components without requiring AC conversion, while only AC-powered components undergo conversion. This segmentation eliminates unnecessary DC-to-AC conversion for DC loads, reducing system complexity and improving efficiency.
3Adaptability or versatility
If electrical loads include both AC and DC components, then the load can utilize different power types for different components, but additional AC to DC conversion components are required within the load
Solution Approach 1:
The alternative power source system is designed to provide both AC and DC outputs simultaneously. This multi-functional capability allows the system to directly power both AC and DC components without requiring additional conversion equipment within the load, thereby reducing load complexity while maintaining power type compatibility.
4Adaptability or versatility
If electrical loads include both AC and DC components, then the load can utilize different power types for different components, but additional AC to DC conversion components are required within the load
Solution Approach 1:
The alternative power source system is designed to provide both AC and DC outputs simultaneously. This multi-functional capability allows the system to directly power both AC and DC components without requiring additional conversion equipment within the load, thereby reducing load complexity while maintaining power type compatibility.
Data Source
AI summary
A system and method of provided power to one or more electrical loads of an electrical load module is provided. The electrical load module includes an alternating current (AC) power input port, a direct current (DC) power input port, a power distribution device, a first power supply device, a second power supply device, and a first electrical load component. The power distribution device is electrically coupled to the AC power input port via a first connector and the DC power input port via a second connection. The first electrical load component is coupled to the first power supply device and the second power supply device. The first power supply device and the second power supply device are configured to provide power to the first electrical load component and a feed from an alternative power source system is directly connected to the DC power input port of the electrical load module.