Induction-Powered Camera Wireless Power Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing security and automation systems require permanent alterations to buildings for external camera installations, which are costly, difficult to seal, and may allow pests entry, and do not offer a mobile solution for temporary monitoring needs.
Innovation Solution
An induction-powered camera system that includes an indoor unit and an outdoor unit connected via wireless power transfer and data communication, allowing for external installation without building modifications, with continuous power supply and mobile functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If external camera installation is performed without building alterations, then installation cost and complexity are reduced, but power supply reliability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into two separate units: an indoor power supply unit and an outdoor camera unit. This segmentation allows the camera to be installed externally without building alterations while maintaining reliable power supply through the separate indoor unit. The magnetic coupling mechanism bridges these segments to transfer power wirelessly.
Solution Approach 2:
A magnetic coupling mechanism acts as an intermediary between the indoor power supply unit and the outdoor camera unit. This intermediary enables wireless power transfer across a wall or barrier, solving the power supply reliability issue without requiring physical penetration or wiring through the building exterior.
2Reliability
If permanent building alterations are made for camera installation, then power supply reliability is improved, but building integrity and security deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply system is extracted from the building structure itself and placed in a separate indoor unit. This extraction eliminates the need to drill holes or run wires through the building exterior, thereby maintaining building integrity and security while still providing reliable power to the external camera.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic coupling mechanism serves as an intermediary that transfers power without physical penetration. This intermediary approach allows power supply reliability to be maintained while avoiding any harmful alterations to the building structure that would compromise security.
3Adaptability or versatility
If wireless power transfer is implemented, then installation flexibility is improved, but power transfer efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates adjustable components that allow optimization of the magnetic coupling distance and alignment. This dynamic adjustment capability ensures maximum power transfer efficiency while maintaining the installation flexibility and wireless operation that are key advantages of the system.
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 secure, cost-effective, and pest-proof external camera installation without altering the building, providing continuous power and mobile operation for temporary monitoring needs.
Implementation Method 1
An electricity transmission unit may be positioned within the first half. An electricity receiving unit may be positioned a predetermined distance away from the electricity transmission unit
Implementation Method 2
A first magnet may be proximate the first half and a second magnet proximate the second half. The first and second magnet may be positioned to align the electricity transmission unit and the electricity receiving unit
Data Source
AI summary
An induction-powered camera may be capable of being installed external to a building without any building alterations. The induction-powered camera may include a continuous power source. The induction-powered camera may transmit one or more images to a control panel associated with security and/or automation systems. The induction-powered camera may be movable and/or removable with undue burden. In one example, an apparatus for a security and/or automation system is described. The apparatus may include a first half of the apparatus and an electricity transmission unit positioned within the first half. An electricity receiving unit may be positioned a predetermined distance away from the electricity transmission unit. The electricity receiving unit proximate a second half of the apparatus and a camera may be proximate the second half of the apparatus, the camera powered by the electricity receiving unit.