Portable Power Pack With Integrated Solar Charging and Multi-Output Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for a reliable, efficient, and portable power source that can be used in situations where access to a power grid is difficult or unavailable, and can be recharged using renewable energy sources, particularly for emergency, backup, or supplemental power requirements.
Innovation Solution
A power pack comprising a battery pack with integrated solar panels, a battery management system, multiple output and input ports, and a built-in light, designed to be portable and rechargeable using solar energy, wind energy, or other energy sources, capable of providing both DC and AC power to various devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a power pack uses integrated solar panels for recharging, then the power pack can be recharged using renewable energy sources and does not require access to a power grid, but the device complexity increases due to integration of multiple components
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates solar panels directly into the case of the power pack, combining the charging function with the protective housing. This merging reduces the number of separate components and simplifies the overall structure while maintaining the ability to recharge using renewable energy sources.
Solution Approach 2:
The power pack is designed with multi-functionality, serving as both a protective case and a charging device. The solar panels integrated into the case allow the device to function as a portable charging station, eliminating the need for external charging equipment and reducing overall system complexity.
2Weight of moving object
If a power pack is designed to be portable and lightweight, then it can be easily transported to different locations, but the battery capacity and power output may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The power pack employs a dynamic battery management system that can adjust power distribution based on real-time conditions. This allows the system to optimize between weight and power output by managing battery charge cycles efficiently and providing appropriate power levels to connected devices based on their actual needs rather than maximum capacity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system can change operational parameters such as voltage and current output based on the connected device's requirements. By adjusting these parameters dynamically, the power pack maintains adequate power output for various devices while managing battery consumption to preserve portability and extend operational duration.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a power pack includes multiple output ports for different devices, then it can power a range of devices simultaneously, but the device complexity and manufacturing cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The power pack incorporates multiple output ports with different connection types (such as USB, AC outlets, and DC ports) to provide universal compatibility with various devices. This multi-functional approach allows a single device to serve multiple purposes and connect to different types of electronic equipment without requiring separate charging devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The output interface is segmented into multiple independent ports, each capable of operating autonomously. This segmentation allows the battery management system to distribute power independently to each connected device based on its specific requirements, enhancing versatility while managing complexity through modular interface design.
4Reliability
If a power pack retains electrical charge for extended periods, then it is reliable for emergency and backup power situations, but energy loss may occur during storage
Solution Approach 1:
The battery management system incorporates feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor battery charge levels and environmental conditions. Based on this feedback, the system can adjust charging parameters, activate maintenance charging cycles, or put the battery into low-power storage modes to minimize self-discharge and maintain reliability over extended periods.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary charging or top-up cycles before the battery is fully depleted, and can pre-condition the battery for storage by optimizing charge levels. This preliminary action ensures the battery is in the optimal state for long-term storage, reducing self-discharge effects and maintaining readiness for emergency or backup power situations.
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 power pack provides a reliable and efficient source of power for devices such as mobile phones, lights, and appliances, retaining its charge when not in use, and can be easily transported or stored, making it suitable for residential, commercial, and emergency situations.
Implementation Method 1
a case with at least solar panel integrated into the case
Data Source
AI summary
The disclosure relates to a power pack to be used when there is a need for an efficient or portable power source, for example, when the electrical grid is saturated, overused, unreliable or inoperative. The power pack is configured to utilize a renewable energy source, such as solar energy, to charge a rechargeable battery within a battery pack. Said battery pack, through the use of a battery management system, may then provide AC or DC power to an external device that requires electricity, or store power for a later use.