Rechargeable Illuminating Shoes with RF Remote Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing shoes with integrated lighting systems lack remote control functionality and efficient rechargeability, leading to cumbersome operation and significant power drain, especially when used for utilitarian purposes.
Innovation Solution
A shoe with an RF switch for remote activation of LEDs, a rechargeable waterproof power source, and a USB port for charging, along with a control microprocessor and RF control processor for pattern regulation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If lights are integrated into shoes for utilitarian use, then illumination function is improved, but power drain increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements motion-activated lighting where LEDs are turned on only when the shoe detects movement through a motion sensor. This periodic activation based on user activity significantly reduces overall power consumption compared to continuous operation, while still providing necessary illumination during actual use periods.
2Duration of action of moving object
If rechargeable battery pack is added to shoe, then power source sustainability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates a USB charging port that serves dual purposes: it can charge the built-in rechargeable battery pack for extended operation, or alternatively charge external electronic devices. This multi-functional approach adds sustainability capability without proportionally increasing complexity, as the USB port serves multiple functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The battery pack is designed as a modular rechargeable unit that can be independently managed and replaced. This segmentation allows the power system to be maintained separately from the shoe structure, simplifying the overall system architecture and making the complexity manageable through modular design.
3Ease of operation
If RF remote control is implemented, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses an RF receiver module as an intermediary component that captures remote control signals and converts them into control commands for the lighting system. This intermediary approach enables remote operation capability while keeping the complexity isolated to a dedicated communication module rather than distributing it throughout the entire system.
4Ease of operation
If motion sensor is added for automatic activation, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The motion sensor automatically detects user movement and triggers lighting activation without requiring manual user input. The system serves itself by using its own motion detection capability to control its operation, eliminating the need for switches or buttons and actually reducing operational complexity despite adding a sensor component.
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
Enables convenient remote control and rechargeability of the lighting system, maintaining visibility without manual intervention and reducing power consumption, while maintaining water and weather resistance.
Implementation Method 1
The switch may be an RF transmitter and paired receiver
Implementation Method 2
lights, which are preferred to be LEDs
Data Source
AI summary
The system of the present application includes a battery structure, a control board, a charging port, a switch, and a light. The battery structure is configured to provide a source of power to illuminate the light. The switch controls the passage of power to the lights and is configured to optionally regulate a pattern of illumination. The charging port is configured to allow for the recharging of the battery structure. The control board is configured to regulate the communication of the switch to the light. The system is configured to provide a method of illuminating an area about the user. The system permits for the selective recharging of the power supply. The system is configured to permit optional remote control capabilities to allow a user to adjust, manipulate, and control one or more features of the lighting system from a device remote from the shoe.