Tire Sensor Mount With RFID Auto-Programming
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tire sensors require manual programming with unique tire identification data, which is error-prone and raises data integrity and safety concerns during replacement.
Innovation Solution
Integration of a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag within the tire sensor mount to automatically program the sensor with tire-specific data, allowing seamless data transfer and association of collected parameters with the tire's unique identification.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual programming is used to program tire sensors with tire identification data, then the sensor can be associated with specific tire data, but errors occur during manual programming reducing data integrity
Solution Approach 1:
The sensor mount enables the sensor to automatically receive tire identification data from the RFID tag integrated into the mount. The system performs self-programming through automated RFID communication when the sensor is installed, eliminating the need for manual external programming and thereby ensuring data integrity without human error.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical programming process with an automated electromagnetic field-based RFID communication system. The RFID tag and sensor communicate wirelessly through electromagnetic fields, substituting the error-prone manual programming mechanism with an automated electronic data transfer system.
2Manufacturing precision
If an RFID tag is integrated into the sensor mount for automated programming, then data transfer accuracy is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the RFID tag and the sensor mount into a single integrated unit. The RFID tag is physically and functionally merged with the mount structure, allowing the mount to simultaneously serve as both a mechanical mounting component and a data storage/communication device. This integration adds minimal complexity while achieving automated programming.
Solution Approach 2:
The sensor mount is designed with multi-functionality, serving both as a mechanical support structure for the sensor and as a data storage device through the integrated RFID tag. This universal design allows the same component to fulfill multiple functions (mechanical mounting and data programming), reducing the need for separate components and minimizing overall system complexity.
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
Ensures accurate and automated programming of tire sensors, enhancing data integrity and safety by eliminating manual errors in replacing sensors.
Implementation Method 1
Integration of a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag within the tire sensor mount to automatically program the sensor with tire-specific data
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AI summary
A tire is disclosed comprising a sensor mount affixed to the tire or being integrated within the tire. The sensor mount is configured to support a sensor. Furthermore, an identification tag, preferably a radio frequency identification (RFID) tag, is affixed to an inner wall of the sensor mount. The identification tag comprises tire identification data and/or is configured to transmit tire identification data associated with the tire to the sensor. Also, a method is disclosed comprising: initiating communication between a sensor and an identification tag affixed to a mount supporting the sensor, the identification tag comprising tire identification data of a tire; and transmitting the tire identification data from the identification tag to the sensor.