Multi-Voltage Wiring Harness for Scale V8 Model Car Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current technologies lack a comprehensive and efficient wiring harness capable of seamlessly integrating and controlling multiple voltage components in scale fuel burning model cars, leading to cumbersome DIY solutions for hobbyists and enthusiasts.
Innovation Solution
A multi-voltage wiring harness that integrates a charger lead, 'Y' harness standard reverser for servo adjustments, and splitter connectors to independently control glow plug heating, throttle, and brake servos, allowing for unified control of various components across the vehicle, including starter motors, fans, servos, and lighting systems.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate wiring solutions are used to control different voltage components, then each component can be controlled independently, but the overall system becomes complex and cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate wiring harnesses into a single integrated multi-voltage wiring harness that can handle different voltage levels (6V, 12V, 4.8V) simultaneously. This integration merges the control of ignition systems, starter motors, servos, and lighting into one unified system, reducing the number of separate components while maintaining full control capability over all vehicle functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The wiring harness is designed with universal multi-functionality to serve multiple purposes: it powers 6V components (glow plug drivers, servos), 12V components (starter motor, ignition system), and 4.8V components (radio receiver) through a single system. The harness includes integrated features such as glow driver connections, servo power delivery, ignition system power, and lighting control, making it a multi-functional solution that replaces multiple specialized wiring systems.
2Productivity
If a comprehensive wiring harness is designed to integrate all components, then system efficiency improves, but the design and manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The comprehensive wiring harness is segmented into distinct functional sections, each handling specific voltage levels and component types. The harness includes separate branches and connectors for 6V components (glow plug drivers, servos), 12V components (starter motor, ignition), and 4.8V components (radio). This segmentation allows for modular assembly and easier manufacturing while maintaining the benefits of an integrated system.
Solution Approach 2:
Different portions of the wiring harness are designed with local quality variations optimized for their specific functions. The harness uses appropriate wire gauges, connector types, and insulation characteristics tailored to each voltage level and component requirement. For example, heavier gauge wire is used for high-current starter motor connections, while lighter gauge wire suffices for low-power servo connections, optimizing both performance and manufacturability.
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AI summary
A wiring harness for a scale fuel burning model car that utilizes a multi-voltage battery system having the capacity to direct, control and relay electrical power to any number of a fuel burning vehicle's means of propulsion, acceleration, control (i.e., steering), cooling and/or lighting. Specifically, the present body wiring harness is designed to start a V8 fuel burning engine with a 12-volt starter motor and then control and power various components including, but not limited to, an air conditioning (“a/c”) fan, vehicle steering, vehicle braking, vehicle throttle and flip bucket light servos, radio control receiver(s), as well as several illuminable lights (e.g., parking lights, brake lights, headlights, interior dome and dash cluster lights), as well as certain ignition system modes of interchangeable function(s).