Sensor Charger Case with Induction Receptacles for Heat Dissipation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current charger solutions for multiple sensor units are large, expensive, and complex, failing to meet the needs of emerging personal sensors that require a compact, cost-effective, and robust charging platform capable of storing and calibrating multiple sensors efficiently.
Innovation Solution
A sensor charger case with multiple receptacles for holding and charging sensor units, featuring an induction power charger, adjustable power input, and varying releasing mechanisms to accommodate different sensor orientations and types, allowing for easy access and heat dissipation while maintaining calibration and registration.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a charging platform for multiple sensor units is designed, then the ability to charge and store multiple sensors is improved, but the device size and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (charging, storing, and calibrating) into a single integrated case structure. The charging case houses both charging receptacles and storage receptacles, eliminating the need for separate charging devices and storage containers, thus reducing overall system complexity while maintaining multi-sensor capability
Solution Approach 2:
The charging case is designed with universal receptacles that can accommodate different types of sensor units. The same case structure serves multiple purposes: charging active sensors, storing inactive sensors, and maintaining calibration references, making the device versatile without requiring multiple specialized devices
2Productivity
If multiple receptacles are provided for holding sensor units, then the productivity of sensor charging and calibration is improved, but the device size increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a nested arrangement where sensor units are placed vertically or horizontally within compact receptacle spaces. The receptacles are designed to nest efficiently within the case volume, maximizing the number of sensors that can be held while minimizing the overall case footprint
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes three-dimensional space utilization by arranging receptacles in multiple levels or orientations within the case. Instead of a simple linear arrangement, the design incorporates vertical stacking or angular positioning of receptacles, effectively using available volume in all three dimensions to accommodate multiple sensors without proportionally increasing case size
3Ease of operation
If different releasing means are used for charging and holding receptacles, then the ease of operation for sensor replacement is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the releasing mechanisms into distinct types for different receptacle purposes. Charging receptacles use one type of releasing mechanism optimized for frequent sensor changes, while storage receptacles use a different type optimized for secure long-term holding. This segmentation allows each mechanism to be simple and specialized for its specific function, reducing overall complexity compared to using a single complex universal mechanism
Solution Approach 2:
The releasing mechanisms are designed to be user-activated through simple manual operations such as pressing, sliding, or twisting external elements. The mechanisms automatically release the sensor when the user activates them, eliminating the need for complex tools or multi-step procedures. The system serves itself by providing intuitive, tool-free sensor removal for both charging and storage receptacles
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 provides a compact, cost-effective, and robust charging platform that minimizes size and complexity, enabling efficient charging and calibration of multiple sensors, with adjustable power input and easy sensor replacement, while ensuring heat transfer and visibility of sensor icons.
Implementation Method 1
The power charger is an induction power charger
Implementation Method 2
heat can be effectively transferred away from the back of the sensor to the environment
Data Source
AI summary
A sensor charging case having multiple receptacles for multiple sensors. One receptacle is for charging while the other receptacles are for holding additional sensors. The receptacles can be arranged to hold the sensors releasably by the sides and leaving at least two surfaces generally exposed to the environment, e.g. two opposite surfaces such as a front and back of the sensor. By leaving the front surface of the sensor exposed a user can see what sensor is being held and/or the sensing element on the front surface of the sensor can be exposed to the environment. By leaving the back surface of the sensor exposed a user can remove the sensor and/or heat can be effectively transferred away from the back of the sensor to the environment.