Tire Electronic Module Patch With Segmented Compartments
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for controlling electronic modules in tires either permanently fix the module, making it irreversibly attached and incompatible with removable systems, or require costly and intrusive pairing methods, leading to potential communication errors and incorrect identification.
Innovation Solution
A patch with two compartments, one without an opening for a permanent electronic identification data module and another with a reclosable opening for a module with complementary functions, allowing for automatic pairing and reversible installation, ensuring reliable communication and easy maintenance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the electronic module is permanently fixed to the tire, then the data association with tire identifier is ensured, but the replacement or modification of the electronic module is prevented
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic system is divided into two separate modules: an electronic identification data module permanently fixed to the tire, and an electronic module with complementary functions that can be replaced. This segmentation allows the identification module to remain fixed for reliable data association while the functional module can be replaced or modified as needed.
2Ease of operation
If manual pairing or external systems are used, then the pairing between tire identifier and electronic module can be established, but re-pairing is required on each module change and costly infrastructure is needed
Solution Approach 1:
The tire identifier is pre-stored in the electronic identification data module during tire manufacturing. When a functional module is installed, it automatically reads and stores this identifier, establishing the pairing in advance. This eliminates the need for manual pairing operations and ensures that no re-pairing is required when modules are replaced, as the identification module retains the tire identifier permanently.
3Ease of manufacture
If the electronic module is inserted into a pouch with two-component fastening, then the module can be arranged simply, but the fastening is not reversible and modification is prevented
Solution Approach 1:
The system separates the permanently fixed identification module from the replaceable functional module. The functional module uses a reclosable opening that allows reversible insertion and removal, enabling easy repair and replacement while maintaining simple manufacturing through the pouch structure.
4Extent of automation
If direct reading of identifier by electronic module is used, then pairing can be established, but good communication between elements is required
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic identification data module acts as an intermediary that permanently stores the tire identifier and provides it to functional modules. This intermediary approach ensures reliable communication by having a dedicated, permanently fixed module that maintains consistent data, rather than requiring direct communication between the tire identifier and replaceable functional modules.
Data Source
AI summary
A patch is provided for an electronic device of a tire. The patch includes first and second compartments. The first compartment, which does not include an opening, is structured to house therein an electronic identification module. The second compartment, which includes a reclosable opening, is structured to house therein an electronic module having a complementary function to a function of the electronic identification module. The electronic module is adapted to receive identification data from the electronic identification module.