Integrated Wireless Scale Housing for Rapid Load Management
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing load management systems are often inaccurate and bulky, requiring significant installation time and providing inadequate data for informed decision-making, leading to inefficiencies and potential vehicle damage.
Innovation Solution
A wireless scale system with a housing containing a load sensor, power source, and communication components, which measures load accurately and wirelessly transmits data for real-time feedback and data logging, enabling efficient load management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If wireless scale system is implemented, then measurement precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (load sensing, wireless communication, power management, data processing) into a single integrated scale device. The housing contains all components including load sensor, processor, transceiver, and power source, eliminating the need for separate wired connection boxes and reducing overall system complexity despite enhanced functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional wired mechanical connection systems with wireless electronic communication. The transceiver unit communicates load data wirelessly to remote devices, eliminating physical cables and connection hardware, thereby reducing device complexity while maintaining measurement precision.
2Loss of time
If wireless scale system is implemented, then installation time is reduced, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
All system components are merged into a single pre-assembled housing unit that can be installed as one complete package. The load sensor, processor, transceiver, and power source are integrated during manufacturing, allowing rapid field installation without complex wiring or calibration procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The scale device is pre-configured and calibrated during manufacturing before deployment. The processor is pre-programmed with weighing algorithms, the transceiver is pre-paired with communication protocols, and the power source is pre-installed, eliminating the need for on-site configuration and reducing installation time.
3Productivity
If real-time data transmission is implemented, then productivity is improved, but use of energy increases
Solution Approach 1:
The transceiver transmits load data periodically or event-driven rather than continuously. The processor monitors load conditions and triggers wireless transmission only when significant weight changes occur or at scheduled intervals, reducing energy consumption while maintaining real-time monitoring capability for load management decisions.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback by transmitting load data to remote devices for analysis, which then sends back control instructions or alerts. This feedback loop enables automated load management decisions that optimize productivity while the wireless transmission is energized only when feedback exchange is necessary.
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 system provides precise load measurements, reduces installation time, and enhances load management efficiency by minimizing vehicle wear and damage, while allowing real-time data analysis and fleet management.
Implementation Method 1
a load sensor operably engaged with a load receiving element upon which a measurable load is received
Data Source
AI summary
A wireless scale apparatus can include a housing having one or more receiving portions formed therein, a printed circuit board (PCB) having a microprocessor coupled therewith, the PCB operably coupled with a power source, an antenna, and a load cell, wherein the microprocessor is operable to determine a load received upon the load cell.