Ceiling Fan Remote Controller Magnet Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional remote controllers for ceiling fans are inconvenient to use due to the need for precise alignment with their holders, which complicates attachment and storage processes.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a magnet into the transmitter body allows it to attach easily to ferric surfaces or holders with ferric plates, eliminating the need for precise alignment and enhancing usability and storage convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the transmitter body is disposed within the pocket with positioning tabs for retention, then the transmitter body can be securely retained in the holder, but the operation becomes inconvenient due to the need for precise alignment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical positioning tab alignment system with a magnetic field-based retention system. The magnet embedded in the transmitter body creates magnetic attraction forces that automatically retain the transmitter in the holder pocket without requiring precise mechanical alignment of positioning tabs, thus resolving the contradiction between secure retention and ease of operation
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the retention mechanism from mechanical interlocking (positioning tabs) to magnetic attraction (magnet in compartment). This parameter change in the retention mechanism allows the transmitter to be securely held through magnetic force while eliminating the need for precise alignment, thereby improving both retention security and operational convenience
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 magnetic attachment simplifies the operation and storage of the remote controller, increasing convenience and configurational stability while preventing malfunctions and prolonging service life.
Implementation Method 1
a magnet installed in a compartment defined in the transmitter body. By this arrangement, the transmitter body can readily attach to a flat surface of a ferric object or to a ferric plate disposed within a holder
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AI summary
A remote controller with magnet for ceiling fan and includes a transmitter body defining a compartment in which at least a magnet is installed. With the magnet installed therein, the transmitter body can readily attach to a flat surface of a ferric object. Alternatively, the transmitter body can be used with a holder defining a pocket in which a ferric plate is arranged. The transmitter body can magnetically attach to the ferric plate of the holder. By this arrangement, the transmitter body can readily stored within the pocket. This arrangement can effectively increase the convenience of the operation and usage. In addition, the overall configuration is simple and free from all kind of malfunction. It can be readily expected to reach its intended convenience and configurational stability.