Electronic Post Location Sensing for Receptacle Power Routing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing amusement park systems face challenges in efficiently managing and positioning electronic posts, which can lead to suboptimal operation of equipment and attractions due to improper placement or power distribution.
Innovation Solution
The introduction of an electronic post system that includes a control system to determine and adjust the location of electronic posts, along with a power management system to ensure optimal power flow based on the post's location, facilitating desired operations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If electronic posts are manually positioned and powered, then installation is simple, but operation efficiency is suboptimal due to improper placement
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical positioning with an automated control system that uses sensors to detect post locations and a controller to adjust positioning and power distribution automatically, eliminating the need for manual intervention while optimizing operational efficiency
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates sensors that continuously monitor the location and status of electronic posts, providing feedback to the control system which then adjusts positioning and power allocation accordingly, creating a closed-loop control mechanism that optimizes operation efficiency
2Reliability
If power is distributed to all electronic posts uniformly, then all posts are powered, but energy is wasted due to improper placement
Solution Approach 1:
The control system implements localized power distribution by selectively activating power to specific electronic posts based on their detected locations and operational needs, rather than uniformly powering all posts, thereby reducing energy waste while maintaining reliable power supply where needed
Solution Approach 2:
The system dynamically adjusts power distribution to electronic posts based on real-time location data and operational requirements, enabling the power allocation to adapt and change according to actual needs rather than remaining static or uniform across all posts
3Adaptability or versatility
If electronic posts are repositioned frequently, then operational flexibility is improved, but system complexity increases due to tracking and power management
Solution Approach 1:
The control system serves multiple functions simultaneously - it tracks electronic post locations, determines positioning status, controls power distribution, and optimizes operational parameters through a single integrated system, managing complexity by consolidating multiple functions rather than adding separate systems for each function
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
This solution enables precise control over the positioning and operation of electronic posts, improving the overall efficiency and effectiveness of amusement park operations by ensuring that equipment is properly powered and positioned for optimal performance.
Implementation Method 1
an interface positioned within the receptacle and configured to receive power and to wirelessly transfer received power to the electronic post
Data Source
AI summary
An amusement park system includes an electronic post configured to be positioned within a receptacle of a base of the amusement park system. The electronic post is configured to receive power directed to the receptacle. The amusement park system also includes a control system configured to determine a location of the electronic post and instruct operation based on the location.