Universal Smart Lid Integrating Load Sensors for Weight Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current technologies lack a comprehensive solution for accurately measuring and tracking the quantity, quality, and interactions of contents within containers of various shapes and sizes, as well as the container and lid themselves, across different environments and applications.
Innovation Solution
A Smart Lid system equipped with electronic sensors, a microprocessor, display, and communication module that can attach to various containers, measuring weight, humidity, temperature, and other parameters, and communicate with smart devices for real-time tracking and alerting, enabling universal compatibility and versatile applications.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If electronic sensors and communication modules are integrated into the lid component, then measurement precision and tracking capability are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The lid component is designed as a universal smart lid that can attach to various containers and perform multiple functions including weight measurement, humidity sensing, temperature monitoring, and wireless communication. This multi-functional approach consolidates what would otherwise require multiple separate devices into a single integrated unit, improving measurement precision while managing complexity through functional integration.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the lid component is designed to be universal and attach to various containers, then adaptability is improved, but manufacturing precision requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The smart lid incorporates universal threading mechanisms and adjustable sealing components that enable attachment to various container types and sizes. The design includes standardized thread patterns and flexible sealing elements that can accommodate different container specifications, achieving broad adaptability while maintaining manufacturing feasibility through modular design approaches.
3Loss of information
If multiple sensors are integrated into the lid component, then quantity of information measured is improved, but use of energy increases
Solution Approach 1:
The smart lid system implements periodic sampling of sensor data rather than continuous monitoring. The microprocessor controls the sensors to take measurements at predetermined intervals, and the communication module transmits data periodically to remote devices. This periodic operation maintains comprehensive parameter tracking while significantly reducing power consumption compared to continuous monitoring, extending battery life and improving energy efficiency.
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
Enables precise and versatile tracking of contents and container parameters, facilitating inventory management, consumption monitoring, and environmental sensing, while allowing for universal compatibility with different container types and sizes, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
a first sensor (120) disposed on or near the top surface of the lid component (110), the first sensor (120) comprises a load sensor adapted to detect a weight of an object placed on either the top surface (112) of the lid component (110) or the bottom surface (118) of the lid component (110)
Data Source
AI summary
A lid system for containers wherein the lid component features sensors for determining the amount of material stored in a particular container. The lid component of the system may be used as a lid at the top of the container or as a base at the bottom of the container. The lid features electronic modules that allow communication with smart devices.