Automotive Jumper Cable With Control Module For Ignition Protection

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing jumper cables for automobiles are prone to damage and fail to reliably initiate ignition, especially for vehicles with large displacement, due to overheating and lack of protection against short circuits, and cannot detect the completion of the ignition action.

Innovation Solution

A novel jumper cable with a main control module, startup detection module, voltage-stabilizing power supply module, temperature detection module, relay control module, and startup communication module that sends signals to control a relay switch for safe and successful ignition, disconnecting the circuit after completion to prevent damage.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If MOS tube-controlled jumper cables are used, then ignition control function is provided, but the MOS tube is prone to burn due to overheating and cannot start large displacement automobiles

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveignition control functionVSAvoidMOS tube overheating damage
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a current-limiting resistor as an intermediary component between the power supply and the MOS tube. This resistor limits the current flowing through the MOS tube, preventing overheating and burnout while still allowing the MOS tube to perform its ignition control function. The resistor acts as a protective mediator that isolates the MOS tube from excessive current conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements temperature detection and protective measures before the MOS tube reaches damaging temperatures. The system detects temperature conditions in advance and takes protective actions (such as limiting current or shutting down) before the MOS tube can overheat and fail, thus cushioning against the harmful thermal effects.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

2Adaptability or versatility

If power-diode controlled jumper cables are used, then some ignition control is provided, but the diode is prone to burn due to over temperature and there is no short circuit protection

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveignition control functionVSAvoiddiode over temperature damage
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces current-limiting resistors and temperature detection circuits as intermediary protective components. These intermediaries monitor and control the operating conditions of the power diode, preventing over-temperature conditions and short circuits while maintaining the diode's ignition control functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements temperature detection and feedback control mechanisms. The system continuously monitors the temperature of the power diode and adjusts its operation based on the detected temperature conditions, providing feedback control that prevents the diode from reaching damaging temperatures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Device complexity

If straight-through jumper cables are used, then simple structure is provided, but no reverse connection protection is provided

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecable structure simplicityVSAvoidreverse connection protection
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a control module with detection circuits as an intermediary between the cable connections and the ignition system. This control module detects reverse connections and prevents operation under such conditions, adding protection functionality without fundamentally changing the basic cable structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

4Adaptability or versatility

If existing jumper cables are used, then ignition function is provided, but they cannot detect the completion of ignition action and the ignition circuit cannot be disconnected

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveignition functionVSAvoidignition circuit disconnection
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements feedback control by detecting the ignition signal from the automobile's ignition system. When the ignition action is detected as complete, the system automatically disconnects the jumper cable circuit through a control module, preventing continuous current flow and potential damage. This feedback mechanism ensures the circuit is disconnected at the appropriate time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines the ignition detection function and circuit disconnection function into an integrated control module. This merging of functions allows the system to automatically monitor ignition status and control circuit disconnection in a unified manner, ensuring reliable operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS11502509B2Jumper cable and method to jump start an automobile
Publication Date: 2022.11.15 SHENZHEN CAROSS CO LTD
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AI summary

The embodiment of the present disclosure discloses a jumper cable and an ignition control method, which are applicable to the field of electronic technology. The jumper cable includes a main control module, and a startup detection module, a voltage-stabilizing power supply module, a voltage detection module, a temperature detection module, a relay control module, a startup communication module, a positive ignition clip and a negative ignition clip connected with the main control module. The relay control module includes a relay switch. The first end of the relay switch is connected with the voltage-stabilizing power supply module, which is connected with the positive ignition clip. The second end of the relay switch is connected with the startup detection module and the negative ignition clip. The startup communication module is connected with the startup power supply.