Flexible PAN Interconnection Laminate to Reduce Cable Obstructions

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing personal area network (PAN) systems face challenges in providing efficient power management and connectivity for multiple electronic devices, especially in dynamic environments, as traditional cables are cumbersome and battery power is quickly depleted.

Innovation Solution

An interconnection laminate substrate is used to connect and manage power to PAN components, incorporating flexible layers for shielding and communication, with power management based on algorithms and usage history, and includes a protective encapsulation layer.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If traditional cables are used to connect PAN components, then connectivity is achieved, but cable obstructions and complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveconnectivityVSAvoidcable obstructions

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple separate cables into a single integrated interconnection laminate substrate that combines power delivery, data communication, and shielding functions. This consolidation eliminates the need for multiple separate cable connections and reduces obstructions while maintaining all necessary connectivity functions for PAN components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The interconnection laminate substrate serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides electrical power delivery, carries data signals, provides electromagnetic shielding, and offers mechanical support. This multi-functionality replaces what would traditionally require separate cables and connectors, reducing overall system complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If battery power is used for PAN components, then portability is enabled, but battery life is quickly depleted

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveportabilityVSAvoidbattery life

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDuration of action of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The power management algorithm continuously monitors battery charge levels and device usage patterns, then dynamically adjusts power distribution to extend battery life. The system provides feedback about power consumption and availability, optimizing the balance between keeping devices operational and conserving battery energy for extended use.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes power delivery parameters dynamically based on usage patterns and battery status. By adjusting power allocation, voltage levels, and device wake/sleep cycles based on real-time conditions, the system extends operational duration while maintaining portability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple PAN components are connected, then functionality is enhanced, but power management complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

ImprovefunctionalityVSAvoidpower management complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The power management system is segmented into modular components that can independently manage power for different PAN devices. Each component has dedicated power control with its own algorithm, allowing complex multi-device systems to be managed through independent, manageable units rather than a monolithic complex system.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

4Adaptability or versatility

If flexible interconnection laminate substrate is used, then adaptability is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

ImproveflexibilityVSAvoidassembly precision

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The interconnection laminate substrate is pre-assembled with all electrical connections, shielding layers, and routing paths integrated into a single flexible board before being installed in the final product. This preliminary integration eliminates the need for precise field assembly of multiple separate components, reducing manufacturing precision requirements during final assembly.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS12422887B2Personal area network connection using interconnection laminate substrate

Publication Date: 2025.09.23 HUMAN SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INC

AI summary

Disclosed embodiments describe techniques for personal area network (PAN) enablement. PAIN connection uses an interconnection laminate substrate for connectivity of personal area network components. The interconnection laminate substrate may be flexible or rigid. In one preferred form of the invention, the interconnection laminate substrate is flexible. A plurality of personal area network components is provided. An interconnection laminate substrate is provided within a manufactured article (e.g., a soft good assembly), where the interconnection laminate substrate enables connectivity among the plurality of personal area network components, and where the interconnection laminate substrate comprises interconnection wiring encapsulated in at least one protective encapsulation layer, with the interconnection wiring being coupled to a plurality of exposed connectors. At least one component of the plurality of personal area network components is plugged into at least one exposed connector of the plurality of exposed connectors. The interconnection laminate substrate protects interconnection wiring coupled to a plurality of exposed connectors.