Modular Electronic Module for Hand-Held Power Tools
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic modules for hand-held power tools lack flexibility and interchangeability, limiting their compatibility with multiple devices and requiring complex structural designs for adaptation to different applications.
Innovation Solution
The electronic module design features a contacting unit positioned on the side facing away from the cover unit, allowing for flexible connection to various devices, with a modular structure that includes a base unit, energy storage-device receiving region, and damping unit, enabling easy exchange and adaptation of components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the contacting unit is integrated into the cover unit or housing, then the structural design becomes complex and adaptability to different devices is limited, but if it is positioned on the side facing away from the cover unit, then flexibility and interchangeability are improved
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic module is divided into distinct functional components: an electronic unit, a cover unit, and a contacting unit. The contacting unit is positioned on the side of the electronic unit facing away from the cover unit, creating a modular structure that simplifies the overall design while improving adaptability to different devices and applications.
2Ease of operation
If the electronic module is designed with fixed components, then manufacturing precision is maintained, but interchangeability and ease of exchange are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic module employs a detachable contacting unit that can be exchanged between different devices. This dynamic design allows for easy interchangeability while maintaining manufacturing precision through standardized connection interfaces and positioning features that ensure accurate alignment during assembly.
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic module, in particular for a hand-held power tool, includes at least one electronic unit, at least one contacting unit which is provided to establish contact with an electric energy source and/or to transfer electronic data, and at least one cover unit. The contacting unit is mounted on one side of the electronic unit facing away from the cover unit.