Modular Electrical Hub with Standardized Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical installation control devices face challenges with complex and error-prone wire-to-wire wiring due to long distances between concentrators and electrical devices, leading to difficulties in viewing and managing the cabinet structure.
Innovation Solution
A control device comprising a concentrator with standardized input-output connectors and a processing circuit that communicates with control modules via a link including a reference line, power supply line, and input-output lines, allowing for rapid and reliable wiring by using standardized connectors and reducing cable lengths through modular design and support systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If wire-to-wire wiring is used between hub and electrical devices, then electrical connections can be established, but wiring becomes complex and error-prone due to long distances and cabinet structure visibility issues
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the wiring system into standardized connector units with predefined connection patterns. Each connector is divided into terminal sections that correspond to specific electrical devices, breaking down the complex overall wiring into manageable, standardized segments that reduce errors and simplify installation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the wiring parameter from custom wire-to-wire connections to standardized connector-based connections. By transforming the connection method into a standardized interface with fixed electrical patterns, the system achieves more reliable wiring while reducing complexity, as connectors can be quickly identified and connected without complex routing decisions.
2Productivity
If standardized connectors are used for all connections, then wiring speed and reliability improve, but cable lengths may increase due to modular design requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-configuring standardized connectors with predefined electrical connection patterns during manufacturing. This allows installers to quickly connect devices without complex routing decisions, significantly improving wiring speed while the modular design enables flexible placement that can accommodate reasonable cable length constraints.
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AI summary
The device has a hub (9) comprising input-output connectors (10) to connect input-outputs to an auxiliary control module (1) of a processing unit to process data of the input-outputs. A communication circuit communicates relative data of the input-outputs. The processing unit processes or defers states of each input-output of the hub. The connectors are connected to module connectors (4) of the module by a connection comprising a reference line, a feeding line, and an input line or an output line. The module is associated with a modular electrical appliance (19) e.g. circuit breaker. Independent claims are also included for the following: (1) an electric installation (2) a method for controlling an electric apparatus or electric installation.