Portable Auxiliary Hazard Detector for Host Detection Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Detection systems in environments like homes, office buildings, and airports often have limited capabilities for enhanced analysis of smoke or chemicals once a threat event is identified, as they are restricted by the number and type of detectors installed, which can hinder effective management and resource allocation during an event.
Innovation Solution
A portable auxiliary hazard detection system that can be temporarily introduced into the vicinity of a host detection system, equipped with light sources and photosensors, including surface plasmon sensors, to provide additional detection capabilities, enhance analysis, and communicate with the host system to augment detection and response strategies.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a host detection system with fixed detectors is used, then the system structure is simple and reliable, but the detection capability is limited and cannot be enhanced during threat events
Solution Approach 1:
The detection system is divided into a fixed host detection system and separate portable auxiliary hazard detectors. The portable detectors can be independently deployed and connected to the host system via USB or wireless communication, allowing detection capability to be segmented and added without redesigning the entire system architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable auxiliary hazard detectors are designed with universal interfaces (USB connectors, wireless transmitters) that allow them to integrate with the host detection system. These detectors can detect multiple types of hazards including smoke, chemicals, and airborne substances, providing multi-functional detection capability that enhances the host system's versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple fixed detectors are installed to enhance detection capability, then the detection capability is improved, but the system complexity and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system transitions from a static fixed detector configuration to a dynamic configuration where portable auxiliary detectors can be temporarily introduced and removed as needed. This dynamic approach allows the detection capability to be adjusted based on specific threat scenarios without permanently increasing system complexity or deployment cost.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable auxiliary hazard detectors serve as intermediaries between the user and the host detection system. They can be temporarily deployed, connected via simple USB or wireless interfaces, and then removed after use. This intermediary approach provides enhanced detection capability without requiring permanent installation or complex system modifications.
3Measurement precision
If portable auxiliary detectors are added to enhance detection capability, then the analysis capability during events is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The portable auxiliary hazard detectors use light sources and photosensors that replicate the detection functionality of fixed detectors. By copying the essential detection mechanisms in a portable format, the system achieves enhanced analysis capability without requiring complex custom-designed detectors for each location.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable detectors replace complex mechanical or electronic fixed detector systems with simpler optical detection mechanisms using light sources and photosensors. This substitution provides sufficient detection and analysis capability for smoke, chemicals, and airborne substances while reducing overall device complexity and enabling portability.
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 portable system enhances detection capabilities, allowing for more effective management of threats by providing additional analysis during events, improving identification of hazardous materials, and triggering appropriate responses such as HVAC system adjustments or alarms based on aggregated sensor data.
Implementation Method 1
Each said light source, when operated, emits a light beam. At least one photosensor is operable to emit sensor signals responsive to interaction of the light beam with an analyte.
Implementation Method 2
At least one photosensor is operable to emit sensor signals responsive to interaction of the light beam with an analyte.
Implementation Method 3
A surface plasmon sensor operable to emit second sensor signals responsive to interaction of the light beam with the surface plasmon sensor.
Data Source
AI summary
A detection system includes a host detection system that has at least one primary hazard detector and a controller connected for communication with the at least one primary hazard detector. At least one portable auxiliary hazard detector can be temporarily introduced in a vicinity of the host detection system and link with the controller of the host detection system to provide additional detection capability. The portable auxiliary hazard detector has at least one light source that can emit a light beam, and at least one photosensor that is operable to emit sensor signals responsive to interaction of the light beam with an analyte.