Flush-Mounted Conductor Elements in Conductive Paper Heating Panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing surface heating systems for vehicles require complex installation processes, are costly, and visible, limiting their application in decorative panels and moving parts, while also facing challenges in achieving uniform heating and preventing condensation.
Innovation Solution
A composite body with a support plate featuring recesses for flush-mounted conductor elements that connect with electrically conductive paper structures, allowing for easy and durable electrical and mechanical contact, enabling efficient heating and reduced visibility of components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Power
If traditional pipe systems are used for heating, then heating energy can be introduced into the system, but the installation effort is great and costs are high
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the heating function from complex pipe systems and integrates it directly into the decorative panel structure through embedded conductive paper and conductor elements, eliminating the need for separate heating installations
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines the decorative panel and heating system into a single integrated composite body, where the conductive paper and conductor elements are embedded within the panel structure itself, merging two functions into one component
2Adaptability or versatility
If additional components are applied independently of panel production, then heating function can be added, but costs and additional work are involved
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates the heating components (conductive paper, conductor elements) into the panel during the initial production process, so that no additional components need to be applied later. The conductor elements are pre-positioned in recesses and connected to the conductive paper before final panel assembly
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal panel structure that simultaneously serves as both a decorative element and a heating system, where the same composite body performs multiple functions without requiring separate independent components
3Shape
If printed, coated or vaporized conductor tracks are used, then they are not visible in the finished panel, but exposing and contacting the laminated conductive tracks becomes challenging
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the conductive system into two distinct parts: the hidden conductive paper with conductor tracks embedded in the panel interior, and separate exposed conductor elements positioned in recesses on the exterior surface. This segmentation allows the conductive tracks to remain invisible while providing accessible contact points through the recessed conductor elements
4Reliability
If conductor elements are exposed for contacting, then electrical contact can be established, but the positioning of contact points becomes restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a flexible positioning system where conductor elements can be placed in recesses at various locations on the panel surface. The recesses are configured to accommodate different positions and orientations of conductor elements, allowing adaptation to different heating surface requirements and contact configurations while maintaining reliable electrical connection
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a cost-effective, space-saving, and visually integrated heating solution that can be easily applied to decorative panels and moving parts, ensuring efficient heat distribution and preventing condensation without additional process steps or visible components.
Implementation Method 1
the conductor elements are in electrical contact with the at least one conductor track of the electrically conductive paper structure and wherein the conductor elements are contactable with a current source from the lower main surface of the support plate
Implementation Method 2
Heating energy is usually introduced, for example, in motor vehicles with possible furnishings via pipe systems that are operated electrically... heated surfaces are a quick and usually more energy-saving alternative in terms of heat input
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to a composite body comprising a support plate having recesses, the support plate having an upper main surface and a lower main surface and an electrically conductive paper structure adjoining the upper main surface of the support plate, wherein the electrically conductive paper structure has at least one conductor track facing the upper main surface of the support plate, wherein conductor elements are introduced into the recesses of the support plate in such a way that the conductor elements are flush with the upper main surface of the support plate, wherein the conductor elements are in electrical contact with the at least one conductor track of the electrically conductive paper structure and wherein the conductor elements are contactable with a current source from the lower main surface of the support plate.