Modular Power Outlet with Elastic Connector and External Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electrical power outlets have fixed locations, leading to clutter and safety issues with extension cords, and it's difficult to predict the number and placement of outlets needed to accommodate increasing devices and appliances.
Innovation Solution
An electrical power transmission and outlet device with a housing featuring concave slots for conductors, elastic embossments, and a waterproof/dustproof cover, allowing flexible plug insertion and disconnection, along with an external power storage unit for continuous power supply.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If more sockets are installed on walls to meet increased appliance demands, then power availability is improved, but wiring complexity and device complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the power distribution system into modular wall-mounted units and portable extension units. Each unit contains a limited number of sockets (e.g., 2-4 sockets per wall unit), segmenting the overall wiring complexity into manageable sections while providing widespread power availability through strategic placement of multiple modular units throughout the space.
2Adaptability or versatility
If extension cords are used to reach devices located far away, then power accessibility is improved, but safety issues and visual clutter increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces wall-mounted power units as intermediary elements between the main electrical infrastructure and portable devices. These fixed wall units eliminate the need for long extension cords by providing power at intermediate locations throughout the space, thereby removing the safety hazards and visual clutter associated with extension cords while maintaining power accessibility.
3Ease of manufacture
If conventional fixed outlets are used, then installation simplicity is maintained, but flexibility and adaptability to changing device locations decrease
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a dynamic power distribution system by combining fixed wall-mounted units with portable extension units that can be moved and repositioned as needed. The wall units provide stable, pre-installed power points, while the portable extensions enable flexible adaptation to changing device locations and user needs, allowing the system to evolve with changing requirements.
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
The device provides flexible power distribution, reduces clutter, enhances safety by eliminating cords, and ensures continuous power through integrated storage units, addressing the challenges of fixed outlet locations and increasing appliance demands.
Implementation Method 1
the electrical power transmission and outlet device further includes an elastic component installed inside the housing... when the external plug is inserted into the opening, the connector is displaced from an original position and when the external plug is pulled out of the opening, the elastic component moves the connector back to the original position
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to an electrical power transmission and outlet system. The electrical power transmission and outlet system may include an electrical power transmission and outlet device and an external power storage unit. The electrical power transmission and outlet device may include a housing having an opening for receiving an external plug, a connector in the housing for connecting with the external power storage unit; and a plurality of electrical conductors in the housing connected to the connector. When the external plug is inserted into the opening, the conductors are electrically connected to the external plug and disconnected from the connector, and when the external plug is pulled out of the opening, the conductors are electrically disconnected from the external plug and reconnected to the connector.