Motorized Car-Shaped Suitcase With Smartphone Remote Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional suitcases lack the functionality for stylish and convenient transportation of luggage, particularly in terms of mobility and smart control features.
Innovation Solution
A remote control car-shaped suitcase with an integrated electric motor, battery, CPU, transceiver, and smartphone communication, allowing for motorized movement and remote operation, combined with a modular design that includes a handle and zippers for easy access and sealing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional suitcases are used, then the structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but the mobility and smart control functionality are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges a conventional suitcase with remote control car components, integrating an electric motor, battery, CPU, transceiver, and wheel assembly into the suitcase structure. This combination transforms a simple pulling device into a motorized, remotely controllable vehicle, resolving the contradiction by combining two functional systems into one unified apparatus that delivers enhanced mobility while maintaining manageable complexity through modular integration.
Solution Approach 2:
The suitcase is designed to perform multiple functions: it serves as both a traditional luggage container and a remote-controlled vehicle. The base plate simultaneously supports the motor compartment, battery, CPU, transceiver, and wheel assembly, while also forming the structural foundation of the suitcase body. This multi-functionality allows the single device to satisfy both simplicity requirements and advanced mobility needs.
2Ease of operation
If motorized components are added to the suitcase, then mobility and convenience are improved, but the weight of the suitcase increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional mechanical pulling system with an electric motor-driven wheel assembly. Instead of relying on manual force to move the suitcase, an electric motor coupled to the base plate provides motorized propulsion. This substitution improves ease of operation by enabling autonomous movement and remote control, while the electric motor's high power-to-weight ratio helps mitigate the added weight through efficient energy conversion.
3Adaptability or versatility
If smart control features are integrated, then user experience and functionality are enhanced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a transceiver as an intermediary component that enables wireless communication between the suitcase and a remote device (smartphone or remote control). The transceiver receives control signals and transmits them to the CPU, which processes the commands and controls the motor accordingly. This intermediary approach allows smart control functionality to be integrated without directly complicating the mechanical structure, as the control system operates through standardized electronic communication protocols.
Solution Approach 2:
The CPU is configured to autonomously process control signals and manage the motor operation based on received commands. The system includes self-contained operational logic where the CPU interprets transceiver signals, controls motor speed and direction, and manages battery power distribution without requiring external intervention beyond the initial control signal. This self-service capability reduces the overall system complexity by embedding intelligence within the suitcase itself.
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
Enables stylish and convenient transportation of luggage through motorized movement and smart control, enhancing user experience with efficient loading and unloading capabilities.
Implementation Method 1
An electric motor is coupled to the base plate within the motor compartment. A battery is coupled to the base plate within the motor compartment and is in operational communication with the electric motor.
Implementation Method 2
A battery is coupled to the base plate within the motor compartment and is in operational communication with the electric motor.
Implementation Method 3
A transceiver is coupled to the base plate within the motor compartment and is in operational communication with the CPU. The transceiver is configured to communicate with a smartphone.
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AI summary
A remote control car-shaped suitcase apparatus for stylish and convenient transportation of luggage includes an electric motor housed in a motor compartment of a base plate. A battery, a CPU, and a transceiver are coupled within the motor compartment and are in operational communication with the electric motor. A pair of front wheels and a pair of back wheels are coupled to the base plate. Each of the pair of back wheels is in operational communication with the electric motor. A handle is slidably engaged within a handle aperture of the base plate. A suitcase body is coupled to the base plate and represents a car. The suitcase body has a suitcase top side defining a suitcase main cavity with the base plate. The suitcase top side is hingingly coupled to a suitcase right side and has a first zipper to seal and alternatively unseal the suitcase main cavity.