Multi-Battery Connection System with Asymmetric Connectors
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for connecting multiple batteries or devices to a power source are complex, unsafe, and can lead to battery drain when not in use, posing risks of physical injury and equipment damage.
Innovation Solution
A connection system utilizing a wire bridge and mated battery connectors that ensure one-way connections, allowing for easy setup and safe operation, enabling the combination of multiple batteries in series or parallel configurations to increase voltage or power supply to multiple devices without draining the battery when not in use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional battery connection methods are used, then flexibility in connecting multiple batteries or devices is achieved, but the system becomes complex and unsafe with risk of incorrect connections
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system employs universal connectors that can accommodate multiple battery configurations (single, dual, or triple battery setups) and support both series and parallel connections through a single standardized interface. The connector design allows it to perform multiple functions: connecting batteries in series to increase voltage, connecting in parallel to increase capacity, and providing integrated fuse protection, eliminating the need for different connection methods for different configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system is divided into modular components including individual battery connectors with integrated fuses, wire bridges with connection points, and standardized terminals. Each connector can be independently attached to a battery, and the wire bridge segments can be configured in different arrangements (series or parallel) to achieve desired voltage and capacity outcomes, making the system adaptable while maintaining simplicity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional battery connection methods are used, then connection flexibility is achieved, but safety risks increase due to potential for incorrect connections
Solution Approach 1:
The connector design incorporates asymmetric polarity identification features where the physical shape or color coding of the connector terminals does not match their electrical polarity. This prevents users from making incorrect connections by ensuring that only the correct polarity can be physically connected, eliminating the risk of reverse polarity damage while maintaining connection flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-attaches fuse holders and fuse links to the connectors before final assembly, and pre-configures the wire bridges with proper polarity markings. This preliminary preparation ensures that safety components are already in place and correctly oriented before the user makes connections, preventing safety errors during the connection process.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple independent wire leads and terminals are used for each device, then each device can be connected independently, but the system complexity and battery drain increase
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system merges multiple wire leads and terminal connections into a single integrated connector assembly. Instead of requiring separate wire leads and terminals for each device, the system combines these elements into unified connectors that attach to the battery and provide multiple output points, reducing the total number of components while maintaining independent connection capability for multiple devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system introduces an intermediary distribution block or hub that receives power from a single battery connection point and distributes it to multiple devices. This intermediary component consolidates the connection architecture, allowing multiple devices to be connected through one main battery interface rather than requiring separate direct connections to the battery for each device.
4Ease of operation
If devices are left connected to the battery when not in use, then ready access is provided, but continuous battery drain occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system enables dynamic reconfiguration of electrical connections through easily detachable connectors and switchable wire bridge configurations. Users can quickly change connection states (connected or disconnected) and reconfigure between series and parallel arrangements by simply plugging or unplugging modular components, providing both ready access when needed and easy disconnection to prevent drain.
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AI summary
An electrical connection system that connects and disconnects a plurality of supply circuits. More specifically, a connection system that can quickly connect two or more batteries in series by connecting a wire bridge system to two or more mated battery side connectors. Alternatively, the connection system can quickly connect a plurality of devices to one battery connection point by connecting a multi-device connector to a mated battery side connector.