RV Control Apparatus Merging Switches to Reduce Wiring Complexity
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current recreational vehicle control systems face issues with complex wiring, large space occupation, and high equipment costs due to the independent control of each functional unit, lacking a solution for high integration and reduced wire usage.
Innovation Solution
A recreational vehicle control apparatus utilizing a set of controlled switches (first, second, and third switches) to generate output signals for multiple controlled objects using a single control signal, reducing wire and equipment needs while maintaining high integration and minimizing space occupation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If each individual controlled unit or structure is controlled independently, then the control function is reliable and simple, but the number of connection wires increases, space occupation increases, and integration level decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple independent control circuits into a single integrated control circuit. The control circuit includes a control unit connected to multiple controlled objects through shared communication lines, eliminating the need for separate control wires for each unit. This merging reduces wiring complexity while maintaining control reliability through the integrated architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The control circuit is designed with universal functionality to control multiple different types of controlled objects (heating, lighting, temperature regulation, water supply, etc.) through a single control unit. The control unit can selectively activate different controlled objects based on control signals, providing multi-functional control without requiring dedicated control circuits for each object.
2Ease of operation
If each individual controlled unit or structure is controlled independently, then the control simplicity is maintained, but the equipment cost increases and integration level decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple control functions into a single control unit, reducing the total number of control components needed. Instead of having separate control devices for each controlled object, one control unit manages all objects through selective signal routing, thereby reducing equipment cost while maintaining operational simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The control unit is designed as a universal controller capable of managing multiple different controlled objects through a standardized interface. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for multiple specialized control devices, reducing overall equipment cost while preserving ease of operation through a unified control mechanism.
3Adaptability or versatility
If more control components are used to control multiple objects, then the control coverage is complete, but the space occupation increases and integration level decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple control functions into a single compact control circuit, allowing comprehensive control coverage of multiple objects (heating, lighting, temperature, water supply, etc.) within a small spatial footprint. The integrated design eliminates the need for separate control components distributed throughout the vehicle, significantly reducing space occupation.
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AI summary
A recreational vehicle control apparatus and a recreational vehicle are provided. The recreational vehicle control apparatus includes a first controlled switch configured to generate a first output signal in response to receiving a first control signal, and switch a polarity of the first output signal based on a status of the first control signal. A second controlled switch is configured to generate a second output signal in response to receiving the first control signal. The second controlled switch outputs the second output signal to a first controlled end of a controlled object group. A third controlled switch is configured to generate a third output signal in response to receiving the second control signal and the first output signal transmitted by the first controlled switch. The third controlled switch outputs the third output signal to a second controlled end of the controlled object group. The present application may save wires and equipment with high integration level and small space occupation.