Solar Battery Interconnects with Dynamic Series-Parallel Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solar rechargeable battery systems lack efficient interconnectivity and flexible voltage output options, limiting their ability to power a variety of devices and adapt to different environments.
Innovation Solution
The development of solar rechargeable batteries with interchangeable male and female electrical connectors and control processors that allow for series and parallel connections, enabling flexible voltage output and efficient charging, as well as integration with control processors for optimized charging and load balancing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If solar rechargeable batteries are connected in fixed configurations, then connection simplicity is improved, but voltage output flexibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The battery system employs dynamic reconfigurability where batteries can be switched between series and parallel connections through control circuitry. This allows the system to adapt its voltage and current output dynamically based on the charging needs of different devices, resolving the contradiction between simple operation and voltage flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The solar battery system is designed with universal connectivity features including multiple connection terminals and control mechanisms that enable it to function in multiple configurations (series, parallel, or individual charging). This multi-functionality allows a single system to serve various voltage requirements without sacrificing operational simplicity.
2Power
If solar rechargeable batteries are connected in series to increase voltage, then voltage output is improved, but device compatibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses dynamic switching mechanisms that allow seamless transition between series connection (higher voltage) and parallel or individual connection (lower voltage) modes. This enables the same battery system to provide different voltage levels suitable for various devices, maintaining both high voltage capability and broad device compatibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The control circuitry monitors device requirements and automatically adjusts the connection configuration parameters (series or parallel) to match the optimal charging voltage for each device. This parameter adaptation ensures high voltage output when needed while maintaining compatibility with low-voltage devices through reconfiguration.
3Power
If solar rechargeable batteries are connected in parallel to increase current, then current output is improved, but charging balance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms through control circuitry that continuously monitors the charging status of each battery in parallel configurations. Based on this feedback, the system intelligently directs charging current to batteries that need it most, maintaining charge balance and preventing overcharging or undercharging of individual cells, thus ensuring reliable operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The control system dynamically adjusts charging parameters such as current distribution and voltage thresholds for each battery based on real-time status monitoring. This adaptive parameter control ensures balanced charging across all batteries in parallel configurations, maintaining reliability while maximizing current output capability.
4Adaptability or versatility
If individual solar rechargeable batteries are used, then device compatibility is improved, but interconnectivity efficiency deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into independently controllable battery units that can operate individually or be connected in various configurations. Each unit maintains its own control circuitry, allowing it to function independently for maximum device compatibility, while also enabling efficient series or parallel connections when multiple batteries are used together, thus maintaining high interconnectivity 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 efficient interconnection and flexible voltage output for solar rechargeable batteries, allowing them to power a range of devices and adapt to various environments, ensuring optimal charging and balanced load distribution.
Implementation Method 1
A solar cell, also referred to as a photovoltaic (PV) cell, is a device that converts solar energy into electricity by the photovoltaic effect
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AI summary
Techniques for connecting a plurality of solar rechargeable batteries in a planar arrangement or vertical arrangement are disclosed, wherein the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries are electrically connected, wherein each of the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries includes an integrated solar cell and a plurality of interconnections for electrically connecting with the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries in series and in parallel, and wherein the plurality of interconnections include a combination of male and female connectors that allow for electrically connecting the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries in series and in parallel; determining whether the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries are connected in series or in parallel; balancing the load of the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries so that each of the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries is equally charged; and wherein each of the plurality of solar rechargeable batteries can be connected standalone to an electrically powered device to power the electrically powered device.