Modular Installation Aid Chain for Vehicle Induction Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge lies in achieving an efficient and cost-effective adaptation of vehicle-side induction charging units for various vehicle types, as differences in ground clearance and magnetic boundary conditions require structural adaptations, leading to high development costs and complexity in achieving optimal magnetic coupling for contactless energy transfer.
Innovation Solution
An installation aid chain with modular, flexible components that can be easily positioned and fixed on the induction charging unit, allowing for a flat coil arrangement that can be adapted to different shapes and sizes, using a base with coupling arrangements and conductor holders to support and retain electric conductors, enabling flexible and efficient coil configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If structural adaptations are made to the coil arrangement to achieve optimal magnetic coupling for different vehicle types, then the magnetic coupling efficiency is improved, but the development costs and device complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The coil arrangement is divided into modular coil segments that can be independently positioned and configured. Each segment can be separately adjusted to achieve optimal magnetic coupling for different vehicle types without requiring complete redesign of the entire coil system, thereby reducing development costs while maintaining coupling efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The coil arrangement incorporates adjustable and reconfigurable elements that allow dynamic adaptation to different vehicle configurations. The coil segments can be repositioned or reconfigured based on specific vehicle requirements, enabling optimal magnetic coupling across multiple vehicle types without permanent structural changes
2Ease of manufacture
If the coil arrangement is standardized across vehicle types to reduce development costs, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but the adaptability to different ground clearance and magnetic boundary conditions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The standardized coil system is segmented into independently adjustable modules. This allows the base standardized design to be maintained for ease of manufacture, while individual segments can be repositioned or reconfigured to adapt to different vehicle types, ground clearances, and magnetic boundary conditions
Solution Approach 2:
The coil arrangement uses universal mounting structures and standardized components that can serve multiple vehicle types. The modular segments are designed to be universally applicable across different platforms, reducing manufacturing complexity while maintaining adaptability through configurable assembly
3Reliability
If complex structural adaptations are implemented to achieve optimal magnetic coupling, then the magnetic coupling efficiency is improved, but the ease of installation and positioning deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The coil system is divided into pre-configured modular segments with standardized mounting interfaces. This segmentation enables straightforward installation and positioning while achieving optimal magnetic coupling, as each module can be independently installed and adjusted without complex assembly procedures
Solution Approach 2:
The coil segments are pre-configured and pre-positioned during manufacturing to achieve optimal magnetic coupling characteristics. This preliminary configuration simplifies the installation process, as the segments are already optimized for their intended positions and require minimal adjustment during vehicle assembly
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
This solution simplifies the positioning and adaptation of coil arrangements, reducing development costs and allowing for flexible and efficient energy transfer across different vehicle types, while maintaining optimal magnetic coupling and electrical insulation.
Implementation Method 1
at least one coupling arrangement, arranged on the base, for the movable, in particular rotatably movable, coupling of the installation aid chain member with at least one further installation aid chain member
Implementation Method 2
a conductor holder for retaining a conductor portion of an electric conductor, which is arranged away from the said support surface on the base
Data Source
AI summary
An installation aid chain member for an installation aid chain may be arranged for positioning and fixing an electric conductor. The installation aid chain member may include a base, at least one coupling arrangement, and a conductor holder. The base may define a support surface. The support surface may support or be able to support the installation aid chain member. The at least one coupling arrangement may be arranged on the base for movably coupling the installation aid chain member to a second installation aid chain member. The conductor holder may be arranged away from the support surface on the base, for retaining a conductor portion of the electric conductor.