Emergency Power Module with Programmable Controller
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing power backup systems fail to efficiently provide emergency power to electrical devices upon disruptions in primary power sources, requiring specific designs for each device and lacking flexibility in power distribution.
Innovation Solution
An emergency power module with a programmable emergency power controller and a rechargeable battery that senses power interruptions and directs power to electrical devices, allowing configuration for different power demands through a controllable DC power supply, enabling flexible power distribution to various devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing power backup systems are used, then power can be provided to electrical devices during interruptions, but the systems require specific designs for each device and lack flexibility in power distribution
Solution Approach 1:
The emergency power module uses a universal controllable DC power supply that can be configured through programming to serve different electrical devices with varying power demands. The programmable emergency power controller allows a single module design to adapt to multiple device types, eliminating the need for device-specific modules while maintaining flexibility in power distribution.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes operational parameters through programming the emergency power controller to match different device requirements. By adjusting voltage, current, and power delivery parameters via software configuration rather than hardware redesign, the system achieves adaptability across different electrical devices without increasing physical complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a programmable emergency power controller is implemented, then flexibility in power distribution is improved, but the control system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a programmable emergency power controller as an intermediary between the DC power supply and electrical devices. This controller acts as a software-based mediator that handles the complexity of power management, allowing the hardware to remain relatively simple while achieving high configurability through programming interfaces and control algorithms.
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces complex hardware-based power management with software-based control. Instead of using multiple physical circuits and components for different device configurations, the patent uses programmable logic and software algorithms to manage power distribution, reducing physical complexity while maintaining or enhancing adaptability.
3Duration of action of moving object
If emergency power is provided for extended periods, then duration of power supply is improved, but energy consumption from the DC power supply increases
Solution Approach 1:
The emergency power module dynamically adjusts power delivery based on device requirements and battery status. The programmable controller monitors energy consumption and duration, dynamically optimizing the balance between providing extended power supply and managing DC power supply energy consumption through adaptive power management algorithms.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements periodic monitoring and adjustment of power delivery parameters. By periodically assessing battery charge levels, device power demands, and operational duration, the controller can adjust power output in periodic cycles to extend overall operational duration while managing total energy consumption from the DC 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
The solution provides reliable emergency power to electrical devices, such as LED lamps, for extended periods, minimizing the need for device-specific modules and ensuring consistent illumination during power failures.
Implementation Method 1
A rechargeable battery is in electrical communication with the emergency power driver or the external electrical power source
Implementation Method 2
The emergency power driver is configured to sense an interruption of power in the external electrical power source
Data Source
AI summary
Technologies are described for an emergency power module and a method of providing emergency power. The emergency power module has an emergency power driver, a DC power supply, and a programmable emergency power controller. The emergency power driver is configured to sense an interruption of power and direct power from the DC power supply, through the programmable emergency power controller, and to the at least one electrical device, upon the interruption of power in the external electrical power source. The programmable emergency power controller is programmable through a program interface and control a programmed voltage of power to flow from the DC power supply to the at least one electrical device.