Portable Winch with Removable Battery and Remote Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable winch devices are limited by their need for a fixed power source and restricted pulling direction, making them inadequate for various scenarios, especially off-road situations where a portable, independently powered winch with remote control is necessary for moving heavy objects or vehicles.
Innovation Solution
A portable winch device with a 12v electric winch powered by a removable battery, equipped with soft shackles or carabiners for anchoring and a remote control for operation, allowing it to be used at any time and in all scenarios, including moving heavy items or vehicles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fixed power source is used for the winch, then the winch can be reliably powered, but the winch loses portability and cannot be used in all scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The winch system is divided into separable components: the winch unit and the power source (battery). The battery is removable and can be detached from the winch, allowing the winch to be transported independently while maintaining the option to connect a reliable power source when needed. This segmentation resolves the contradiction by enabling both portability (when battery is removed) and reliable operation (when battery is connected).
Solution Approach 2:
The power source configuration changes from fixed to dynamic/removable. The battery can be attached or detached based on operational needs, transforming the static power supply arrangement into a flexible one. This dynamic approach allows the system to adapt between portability mode (battery removed) and reliable operation mode (battery attached), resolving the technical contradiction.
2Device complexity
If a fixed winch installation is used, then the winch structure is simple, but the pulling direction is restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The winch system transitions from a fixed installation to a portable, movable configuration. The entire winch unit can be relocated and repositioned as needed, dynamically changing the pulling direction without requiring complex structural modifications. This dynamic portability resolves the contradiction between structural simplicity and directional flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable winch design enables the device to function in multiple positions and orientations, making it universally applicable to various pulling scenarios. The winch can be attached to different anchor points and repositioned to achieve optimal pulling angles, providing multi-directional capability while maintaining relatively simple structure.
3Device complexity
If traditional winches are used, then the equipment is simple, but remote control capability is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
A remote control device serves as an intermediary between the operator and the winch motor. The remote transmits control signals wirelessly to the winch, enabling distance operation without requiring direct physical contact with the winch controls. This intermediary approach adds remote operation capability while keeping the overall system relatively simple.
Solution Approach 2:
The direct mechanical control system is replaced with an electronic remote control system. Instead of requiring physical presence at the winch for operation, electronic signals are transmitted remotely to control the motor. This substitution introduces remote operation capability while maintaining simplicity through modern electronic control techniques.
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 winch device provides a ready-to-use solution for moving heavy objects or vehicles, ensuring a reliable and versatile tool that can be easily transported and operated remotely, addressing the limitations of fixed winches by incorporating a removable battery and remote control.
Implementation Method 1
The winch component is a 12v electric winch, powered by a removable battery
Data Source
AI summary
A portable winch device is disclosed, which is a winch with its own power source so that it can be used at any time. The portable winch device comprises a base component that is configured in a rectangular box which encloses the winch component. The winch component is a 12v electric winch, powered by a removable battery. The removable battery sits inside the base component with an adapter to go from the battery to the winch control box for power. Further, soft shackles and/or carabiners are positioned to come out the back of the base component and are attached to the winch component inside the base component. The soft shackles are used to anchor the base component in place. Further, a small remote is used to control the device.