Modular Power Supply with Configurable Output Connector
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing power supply systems are inflexible and cannot adapt to various power applications or loads, as they are designed for specific output voltages and conditions, making them insufficient for modern power demands that require high efficiency, high power density, and low cost.
Innovation Solution
A power supply apparatus comprising a power source and multiple power converters connected through an output connector that can configure outputs in parallel, series, or separate connections, allowing for flexible output power configurations to meet diverse power requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a specific power supply is designed for providing an exclusive power, then the power supply can provide stable and reliable output for a specific application, but it cannot satisfy various power applications and cannot be adapted to different loads or conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply apparatus is designed with multiple power converters that can be connected in different configurations (parallel, series, or separate) through an output connector, enabling a single device to provide multiple output voltages and power levels to satisfy various power applications and different load conditions
2Reliability
If multiple separate power supplies are designed for different power applications, then each power supply can be optimized for its specific application, but the device complexity increases and utilization flexibility decreases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple power converters that would traditionally require separate power supply devices are merged into a single power supply apparatus, sharing common components such as the power source and control circuitry, while still providing multiple optimized outputs for different applications through configurable connection arrangements
3Power
If a power supply system is designed with high power density, then the power output per unit volume increases, but the device complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply apparatus is segmented into multiple modular power converters that can be independently designed and manufactured, then assembled in different configurations to achieve high power density while maintaining manufacturing simplicity through standardization and modularity
Data Source
AI summary
A power supply apparatus includes a power source, power converters and an output connector. The power converters are configured for converting an input power from the power source into conversion powers. The output connector is configured for receiving the conversion powers from the power converters and outputting a parallel output power, a serial output power or separate output powers corresponding to the conversion powers from the power converters. A method of generating power by a power supply apparatus is also disclosed herein.