Power Generation Apparatus for Wireless Switches
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional power generation apparatuses for wireless switches are complex and costly due to the need for separate configurations for ON and OFF operations, complicating the manufacturing process and increasing costs.
Innovation Solution
A power generation apparatus with a slide member and elastic units that accumulate and release elastic force to generate induced electromotive force, allowing for identification of multiple switching operations through distinct voltage characteristics, eliminating the need for separate power generation mechanisms for each operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate power generation apparatus are provided for each operation type (ON/OFF), then each operation can have dedicated power generation, but the configuration becomes complex and manufacturing costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single power generation apparatus that can handle multiple operation types (ON, OFF, and intermediate operations). The operation member is configured with multiple operation parts that can all drive the same power generation mechanism, eliminating the need for separate power generation apparatus for each operation type while maintaining reliable power generation across all functions.
2Reliability
If separate power generation apparatus are provided for each operation type (ON/OFF), then each operation can have dedicated power generation, but manufacturing costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple power generation functions into a single integrated apparatus. Instead of manufacturing separate power generation units for ON and OFF operations, the design combines them into one apparatus with a shared power generation mechanism, reducing manufacturing complexity and costs while ensuring reliable power generation for all operations.
3Device complexity
If a single power generation apparatus is used for multiple operations, then configuration is simplified and costs reduced, but the ability to respond to different input operations is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the operation member into multiple distinct operation parts (first operation part, second operation part, and intermediate operation position). Each segment can independently trigger the power generation apparatus, allowing the system to respond to different input operations (ON, OFF, intermediate) while using a single simplified power generation configuration.
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 solution simplifies the configuration and reduces manufacturing costs by enabling the identification of multiple operations with a single power generation apparatus, providing stable and high-output power generation for both ON and OFF operations.
Implementation Method 1
a power generation part that generates an induced electromotive force when a driven part is driven
Implementation Method 2
a first elastic unit and a second elastic unit that are configured to accumulate an elastic force upon application of an external force, output the accumulated elastic force, and urge the slide member to move
Data Source
AI summary
A power generation apparatus includes an operation member that has a first operation part or a second operation part operated upon power generation; a power generation part that generates an induced electromotive force upon being driven by a slide member that moves in a first direction or a second direction; first and second elastic units that accumulate an elastic force; a first connection release mechanism that prompts the first elastic unit to accumulate elastic force when the first operation part is operated and allows the elastic force to be output to move the slide member in the second direction when accumulation is completed; and a second connection release mechanism that prompts the second elastic unit to accumulate the elastic force when the second operation part is operated and allows the elastic force to be output to move the slide member in the first direction when accumulation is completed.