Robot Docking Terminal Feedback for Autonomous Recharging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Intelligent robots require manual intervention for recharging, as they lack an automatic docking system, leading to prolonged downtime and inefficiency in industrial and household applications.
Innovation Solution
A docking system comprising a robot with a power storage unit, docking terminals, and a control unit that communicates with a docking station using signal transmission and feedback signals to automate the docking process, ensuring reliable connection and charging without human intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Extent of automation
If manual intervention is used for recharging the robot, then the robot can be moved to the docking station for power recharging, but the robot requires human assistance and experiences prolonged downtime
Solution Approach 1:
The robot autonomously navigates to and docks with the docking station when battery power is low, eliminating the need for manual intervention. The robot independently completes the docking process and recharging operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The docking system uses signal transmission and feedback mechanisms to detect and verify successful docking. The robot and docking station exchange signals to confirm proper connection before initiating power transfer.
2Duration of action of moving object
If the robot docks with the docking station for recharging, then the power storage unit can be recharged, but the robot remains stationary and unused for several hours
Solution Approach 1:
The robot performs multiple tasks in sequence without idle time: after docking and recharging, it automatically returns to work area and resumes operational tasks. The system minimizes idle time by seamlessly transitioning between charging and working states.
Solution Approach 2:
The robot proactively returns to recharge before complete battery exhaustion, ensuring continuous operational readiness. The system anticipates power needs and schedules recharging to minimize impact on productivity.
3Productivity
If the robot uses a power storage unit to supply power, then the robot can operate autonomously, but the operation stops when battery power is exhausted
Solution Approach 1:
The robot operates in periodic cycles of work and recharge, automatically returning to the docking station at predetermined intervals or when battery levels indicate need for recharging. This ensures continuous productivity across multiple operational cycles.
Solution Approach 2:
The robot autonomously monitors its own power status and initiates recharging when needed, maintaining operational continuity without external intervention. The system self-manages power requirements to ensure uninterrupted productivity.
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AI summary
A robot, a station, system and method therefor is described. The docking system includes, among other items, a robot and a docking station. The robot may have a power storage unit configured to supply power for the robot, a docking terminal group having a first docking terminal and a second docking terminal, and a robot control unit configured to control working state of the robot. The docking station includes a conductive terminal group comprising at least a first conductive terminal and a second conductive terminal. The conductive terminal group is configured to be electrically connected to the docking terminal group respectively. The robot control unit comprises a signal transmission module configured to be electrically connected to the first docking terminal and send a predetermined detection signal, a signal receiving module configured to be electrically connected to the second docking terminal. When the signal receiving module receives a predetermined feedback signal corresponding to the predetermined detection signal, the robot control unit verifies that the docking of the docking terminal group of the robot with the conductive terminal group of the docking station has succeeded. The robot can reliably dock to the docking station without human intervention, which brings extreme convenience to production and life.