Hot and cold section drone docking station temperature controlled device
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Current drone delivery systems face challenges in efficiently and securely delivering packages over wide areas due to limitations in drone range and the lack of secure, temperature-controlled receptacles for parcels.
Innovation Solution
The DRONEDEK Temperature Controlled Device provides a Special Hot and Cold Section drone docking station with temperature control, ultraviolet or ozone disinfecting capabilities, inter-communication with drones, weather monitoring, and secure storage features, enabling efficient and secure parcel delivery.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If drone range is extended to deliver packages over wide areas, then delivery coverage area increases, but delivery security and parcel preservation capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces intermediary docking stations positioned throughout the delivery area that serve as secure intermediate points. These stations provide temperature-controlled storage, disinfection capabilities, and secure holding areas, acting as mediators between the drone and final delivery locations. This allows drones to operate over wide areas while maintaining security through multiple secure stopping points rather than requiring direct delivery to every location.
Solution Approach 2:
The docking stations are equipped with automated temperature control systems, UV disinfection mechanisms, and secure locking systems that operate autonomously. The stations can independently preserve parcels, disinfect them, and secure them without continuous human intervention, enabling secure delivery preservation across extended delivery areas.
2Reliability
If temperature control is added to preserve parcels, then parcel preservation capability improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The docking station is designed as a multi-functional integrated system that combines temperature control (both heating and cooling), UV disinfection, ozone treatment, secure storage, and communication capabilities in a single device. This universal approach consolidates multiple functions into one platform, making the added complexity worthwhile by providing comprehensive parcel preservation and security.
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically adjusts temperature parameters based on the type of parcel being stored, switching between heating and cooling modes as needed. This parameter flexibility allows the same device to preserve different types of goods (perishables requiring cold, medications requiring controlled temperature, etc.) without requiring multiple specialized devices.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If disinfection capabilities are integrated to remove viruses and bacteria, then delivery safety improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple disinfection methods (UV radiation and ozone generation) into a single integrated system within the docking station. By merging these different disinfection approaches, the system achieves comprehensive pathogen elimination through multiple mechanisms working together, improving delivery safety while consolidating the complexity into one unified device rather than separate systems.
4Quantity of substance
If multiple hot and cold sections are provided for multiple parcels, then storage capacity and temperature control improve, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The docking station is divided into multiple independent temperature zones (hot sections and cold sections) that can operate separately. Each section can be independently controlled and accessed, allowing the system to handle multiple different types of parcels simultaneously with different temperature requirements. This segmentation increases storage capacity and temperature control flexibility while managing complexity through modular design.
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 DRONEDEK system enhances the efficiency and security of drone deliveries by providing temperature-controlled storage, disinfection capabilities, and advanced communication features, addressing the limitations of current drone delivery systems.
Implementation Method 1
Ultraviolet or ozone disinfecting/detoxing to remove infectious disease, viruses and bacteria
Implementation Method 2
Ultraviolet or ozone disinfecting/detoxing to remove infectious disease, viruses and bacteria
Implementation Method 3
maintain and preserve the parcels temperature with a powered hot/cold plate temperature assist
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed herein is a drone docking station for deposit of items/goods delivered by a drone to a secured receptacle. Items can be delivered to a receptacle at a curb, mailbox, post, porch, mobile units, and window for a multi-parcel receptacle with a set of drawers with hot and cold sections in the station that has a specific residential/commercial address with various optional features. Features include communication systems between the station and drone; security; hot and cold temperature control and preservation of the goods before and after delivery; battery charging and exchange station; a collector to identify explosive materials, anthrax, etc.; ultraviolet system to eradicate disease, virus and harmful materials; an ozone applicator to eradicate disease, virus and harmful materials; weather monitoring; tag and track of vehicles and packages; facial recognition camera and software for pets and humans; and local two-way speakers; LED lights that strobe flash, and a flood light.