Vehicle Sliding Unit With Integrated Rail Power Supply
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional vehicle sliding systems require complex structures and extensive wiring for power supply, occupying large spaces and being difficult to apply to various vehicle components.
Innovation Solution
A sliding unit with a magnetic locking mechanism and power supply system, where a movable part slides along a slim rail, with electric power supplied through contact points along the rail, allowing for easy integration with various vehicle components like seats and consoles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional driving systems and locking devices are used in power seats, then the seat can be moved and locked, but the structure becomes complicated and occupies large spaces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces conventional mechanical driving systems and locking devices with a magnetic field-based system. An electromagnet in the rail interacts with a magnetic part in the movable component to provide both driving force and locking function, eliminating complex mechanical transmissions and reducing structural complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The rail structure is designed to perform multiple functions: it provides mechanical support, electrical power supply through integrated power supply parts, and magnetic locking through the electromagnet. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate locking mechanisms and reduces overall device complexity
2Extent of automation
If conventional driving systems and locking mechanisms are used, then the seat can be powered, but extensive wiring structures are required for power supply
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the power supply function directly into the rail structure by placing power supply parts on the rail. The movable component's contact parts slide along the rail to maintain electrical connection, combining mechanical support and electrical power delivery into a single integrated structure, thereby reducing wiring complexity
3Device complexity
If a magnetic locking mechanism with power supply parts is used, then the structure becomes simple and space-efficient, but continuous electrical connection must be maintained during sliding
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs dynamic contact parts that slide along the rail to maintain continuous electrical connection. The contact parts are positioned to ensure constant contact with the power supply parts on the rail throughout the sliding motion, allowing the system to adapt to position changes while maintaining reliable power supply
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 simple, space-efficient sliding mechanism that can be easily applied to various vehicle parts, ensuring continuous power supply and efficient use of interior space.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic part locked with or unlocked from a rail along a magnetic path of a magnetic part provided in the movable part
Implementation Method 2
electric power is supplied to the magnetic part, a seat, a console, or a table from the rail
Data Source
AI summary
A sliding unit for a vehicle includes: a rail including a first extension part, a second extension part, and a bending part connecting the first extension part and the second extension part; a movable part slidably disposed on the rail, and including a magnetic part configured to be locked with or unlocked from the rail; a power supply part disposed in the rail, having a shape extending in a lengthwise direction along the rail, and electrically connected to a power source of the vehicle; and a first contact part and a second contact part disposed in the movable part, and electrically connecting the power supply part and the magnetic part when contacting the power supply part.