Smart Belt Power Bus and Data Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Public safety utility belts face space and power limitations for carrying and maintaining various devices, and there is a need for efficient data capture, storage, and transfer of data generated by these devices.
Innovation Solution
A smart belt system with integrated computer microprocessors, wireless communication, GPS, and inductive charging, allowing for the integration and management of multiple devices, including power distribution and data transfer through a power strip/data bus, and incorporating conductive fibers in clothing for power and data transmission.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If traditional public safety utility belts are used to carry devices, then device carrying capability is limited, but the belt structure remains simple and easy to manufacture
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple devices (radio, flashlight, taser, GPS, camera) and their power sources into a single integrated smart belt system with a power bank, eliminating the need for separate battery compartments and reducing overall structural complexity while increasing device carrying capability
Solution Approach 2:
The smart belt is designed as a universal platform that can carry and power multiple different types of public safety devices simultaneously through standardized mounting interfaces and wireless power transfer, allowing one belt structure to serve multiple functions
2Quantity of substance
If multiple devices are carried on the belt, then space is充分利用, but power supply duration becomes limited
Solution Approach 1:
The power bank continuously recharges connected devices throughout the shift duration, ensuring uninterrupted power supply. The system maintains continuous useful action by transferring power from the power bank to devices as needed, eliminating power gaps that would occur with separate battery compartments
Solution Approach 2:
The power bank automatically detects connected devices and provides power without manual intervention. The system self-regulates power distribution to multiple devices simultaneously, managing its own power resources to extend operational duration beyond what individual device batteries could provide
3Loss of information
If devices generate and store data, then data management capability is needed, but data transfer and storage become complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates data storage and wireless communication capabilities directly into the smart belt controller, combining multiple data management functions (storage, processing, transmission) into a single centralized system rather than requiring separate systems for each device
Solution Approach 2:
The smart belt controller acts as an intermediary between multiple devices and external systems. It collects data from connected devices, stores it locally, and manages wireless transmission to external systems, simplifying the data transfer architecture by providing a single point of coordination
4Use of energy by moving object
If inductive charging is implemented, then power transfer efficiency improves, but the system requires conductive fibers and wireless communication infrastructure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical battery compartments and physical charging connections with wireless inductive power transfer. The power bank uses electromagnetic fields to transfer power to devices through air coupling, eliminating the need for physical battery removal and insertion operations
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 smart belt system enhances the functionality and efficiency of public safety equipment by providing a compact, long-lasting power source and seamless data management, enabling real-time monitoring and communication of device status and location.
Implementation Method 1
The rechargeable power supply 22 may be charged by using inductive charging
Implementation Method 2
incorporating conductive fibers in clothing for power and data transmission
Data Source
AI summary
A smart belt system worn by a person comprising an elongated belt configured for removably coupling a plurality of devices, a GPS component coupled to the belt configured to track the geo-location and movement of the belt, a microprocessor coupled to the belt, logic instructions executing by the microprocessor configured to monitor and regulate the activities of the plurality of devices and geo-location and movement data generated by the GPS component, a memory component configured for storing the logic instructions and accessible by the microprocessor, a wireless data communications system coupled to the belt configured to wirelessly communicate with an external data communications system and the microprocessor, a power and data bus disposed within the belt and communicatively coupled to at least one of the plurality of devices, GPS component, microprocessor, memory, wireless data communications systems, and data storage component; and a data storage component coupled to the belt and accessible by the microprocessor for storing activity data of at least one of the plurality of devices and the geo-location and movement data of the belt generated by the GPS component.