Modular Smart Pole Assembly with Integrated Cabling Interfaces
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vertical support structures, such as poles and masts, are typically designed for a single primary purpose and lack the flexibility to accommodate a variety of outdoor electrical and communication appliances, requiring multiple structures to meet different power supply and connectivity needs.
Innovation Solution
A modular pole assembly system comprising elongated body modules with installation and connection interfaces, allowing for flexible attachment and cabling arrangements to support multiple types of electrical and communication appliances, enabling easy connection and disconnection of appliances at different heights.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single-purpose vertical support structure is used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but it cannot accommodate multiple types of electrical and communication appliances
Solution Approach 1:
The pole is divided into multiple modular sections that can be connected together. Each section contains standardized connection interfaces and cabling arrangements, allowing the pole to be configured in different lengths and configurations to accommodate various appliances at different heights while maintaining manufacturing simplicity through standardization
Solution Approach 2:
The pole structure incorporates universal connection interfaces and standardized cabling arrangements that can support multiple types of electrical and communication appliances. The modular design with standardized interfaces allows a single pole structure to serve multiple functions and accommodate different appliance types without requiring custom designs
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate vertical structures are installed to meet different appliance requirements, then each structure can be optimized for its specific purpose, but the overall system becomes complex and requires more installation space
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple vertical support structures are merged into a single integrated modular pole system. The pole combines support capabilities for different types of appliances (lighting, telecommunications, surveillance, etc.) in one structure, reducing the total number of structures needed while maintaining the ability to accommodate diverse appliance requirements through standardized interfaces and cabling
3Ease of operation
If traditional fixed installation methods are used, then the installation is stable, but the appliances cannot be easily connected or disconnected
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system transitions from fixed rigid connections to dynamic modular connections. The standardized connection interfaces allow appliances to be easily connected and disconnected while maintaining stable and reliable connections through standardized mounting mechanisms and secured cabling arrangements. The modular design enables flexible reconfiguration without compromising installation stability
4Adaptability or versatility
If custom-designed poles are created for different appliance configurations, then each pole can be optimized for its specific use, but manufacturing and maintenance become time-consuming and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of creating custom-designed poles for different configurations, the system uses standardized modular sections with fixed parameters. The flexibility to accommodate different appliance configurations is achieved by varying the number and arrangement of modular sections rather than changing the fundamental design parameters of each pole, thereby maintaining manufacturing efficiency and productivity
Data Source
AI summary
A pole module for attachment to one or more adjacent pole modules to provide a pole assembly comprising two or more pole modules is disclosed here. The pole module comprises an elongated body that defines a cavity extending from a first end of the pole module to a second end of the pole module. The pole module further comprises a first installation interface for attaching the first end of the pole module to a second end of a first adjacent pole module and a second installation interface for attaching the second end of the pole module to a first end of a second adjacent pole module. The pole module further comprises a first connection interface and a second connection interface. A cabling arrangement is arranged in the cavity. The cabling arrangement comprises a plurality of cables connecting the first connection interface to the second connection interface.