Modular IoT Access Point Anti-Theft Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing access point devices require disassembly to change IoT modules, which can lead to physical damage and increased maintenance costs due to electrostatic breakdown and the need for professional assistance.
Innovation Solution
An access point device with a modular design featuring electrical and magnetic connections, guide rails, and an anti-theft mechanism that allows for easy assembly and replacement of IoT modules without disassembling the AP device, ensuring secure and reliable connections.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the housing of the AP device is disassembled to insert different IoT modules for extension, then the adaptability of the AP device is improved, but the reliability of the control board deteriorates due to electrostatic breakdown and physical damage
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into a fixed AP device housing and separate removable IoT modules. Each IoT module is an independent unit that can be attached or detached without opening the AP device housing. This segmentation allows protocol adaptation while protecting the control board from damage during module changes.
Solution Approach 2:
The IoT modules are designed to be inserted into or attached on the housing of the AP device, creating a nested structure where the module fits within or on the existing device. This allows module replacement without disassembling the main housing, thus protecting internal components from electrostatic damage.
2Reliability
If professionals are invited to carry out plug operation of extension modules, then the reliability of module installation is improved, but the loss of time and increase in maintenance cost worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The IoT modules are designed with user-friendly attachment and detachment mechanisms that do not require professional technical knowledge or special tools. Users can independently install or replace modules by simply connecting them to the AP device housing, eliminating the need for professional assistance and reducing time loss.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the housing of the AP device is disassembled to insert different IoT modules, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional assembly and disassembly operations
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the AP device housing from the IoT modules, allowing modules to be attached or detached as independent units. This segmentation simplifies the overall operation to a single attachment/detachment action rather than complex disassembly and reassembly of the entire device.
4Ease of operation
If modular design with magnetic connections is used for IoT modules, then the ease of operation is improved, but the strength of connection may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The solution combines multiple connection mechanisms - magnetic attraction for easy attachment and detachment, supplemented by mechanical interlocking features and electrical contacts. This merging of connection methods maintains both ease of operation and connection strength, as the magnetic force enables simple module replacement while the mechanical and electrical components ensure secure and reliable connection during operation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Facilitates the upgrade and replacement of IoT modules under different protocols without disassembling the AP device, reducing maintenance costs and preventing physical damage, while ensuring secure assembly and preventing theft through smart anti-theft measures.
Implementation Method 1
a first assembly part 13 arranged on the AP housing 11 to assemble an IoT device 20
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AI summary
According to examples of the present disclosure, an access point (AP) device, an Internet of Things (IoT) device, and a communication device are provided. The AP device may include an AP housing, a control board arranged in the AP housing, and a first electrical connecting part and a first assembly part arranged on the AP housing. The control board and the IoT device are electrically connected by the first electrical connecting part. The AP device may assemble with the IoT device by way of the first assembly part.