Positionable Power Outlets on Continuous Wire Distribution
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional power distribution systems are limited in their ability to provide power at any position and orientation along the system, requiring fixed connections and specific wiring configurations that restrict flexibility and customization.
Innovation Solution
A power distribution system comprising a plurality of wires with selectively positionable power outlets, each connected to different subsets of wires via connection members that can contact and connect to the wires without the need for discrete electrical points, allowing power to be supplied at any desired location and orientation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional power distribution systems use fixed connections and specific wiring configurations, then electrical connections are reliable, but flexibility and customization are restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The power distribution system employs dynamic, selectively positionable power outlets that can be positioned at any location along the wire length and oriented at any angle. The connection members are designed to flexibly contact wires at variable positions, transforming the static, fixed-connection system into a dynamic one that adapts to different power distribution needs while maintaining reliable electrical connections.
2Adaptability or versatility
If power outlets are positioned at fixed locations, then wiring configurations are simplified, but the ability to provide power at any position is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the power distribution function into multiple independently positionable power outlets along the wire length. Each outlet can be selectively positioned at different locations and orientations, allowing the system to provide power at any position without requiring complete reconfiguration of the entire wiring system. This segmentation enables flexible power distribution while maintaining manageable wiring complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection members are designed with universal functionality to contact and connect to wires at any position along the wire length and at any orientation. This multi-functional design allows the same connection member structure to serve multiple positioning requirements, simplifying the overall wiring configuration while enabling power distribution at any desired location.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple discrete electrical points are used, then power can be supplied at specific locations, but the number of parts increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges the functions of multiple discrete electrical connection points into a continuous wire infrastructure with selectively positionable outlets. Instead of using separate discrete connection points at each power location, the invention combines them into a unified wire system where power outlets can be positioned at any point along the wire length, reducing the total number of parts while maintaining the ability to supply power at multiple specific locations.
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AI summary
A power distribution system includes a plurality of wires extending between a first end and a second end. The power distribution system further includes a first power outlet selectively positionable at any position along a length of the wires. The first power outlet includes a first connection member connected to a first wire of the plurality of wires and a second connection member connected to a second wire of the plurality of wires. Moreover, the power distribution system includes a second power outlet selectively positionable at any position along the length of the wires. The second power outlet includes a third connection member connected to the first wire of the plurality of wires and a fourth connection member connected to a third wire of the plurality of wires such that each power outlet is connected to a different group of wires of the plurality of wires.