Transceiver Interface Autonomous Power Supply Integration

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing transceiver interfaces lack flexibility and autonomy in power supply, requiring external power sources for operation and configuration, which limits their mobility and versatility in various communication systems.

Innovation Solution

A transceiver interface with an integrated power supply unit that allows autonomous operation, enabling independent power supply for configuration and communication, eliminating the need for external power sources and enhancing mobility and versatility.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If an external power supply source is used to operate the transceiver interface, then the transceiver interface can be operated, but mobility and flexibility are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovemobilityVSAvoidpower supply structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the power supply function directly into the transceiver interface device by integrating a power supply unit with the configuration unit. This merging eliminates the need for separate external power sources while maintaining full operational capability, thereby improving mobility without sacrificing functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The transceiver interface is designed to be self-sufficient by incorporating an internal power supply unit that autonomously provides power to the configuration unit. This self-service capability allows the device to operate independently without external power sources, enhancing portability and flexibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

2Adaptability or versatility

If an external power supply source is required for configuration, then power can be supplied, but versatility and autonomous operation are limited

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveversatilityVSAvoidpower supply dependency
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The configuration unit is equipped with an integrated power supply unit that enables autonomous operation. This self-service design allows the transceiver interface to be configured and operated in diverse environments without dependency on external power sources, significantly enhancing versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The transceiver interface is designed with multi-functionality by combining configuration capabilities with an internal power supply unit. This universal design enables the device to serve multiple purposes - configuration, power management, and autonomous operation - across various application scenarios without requiring external power infrastructure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Volume of moving object

If the transceiver interface is designed to be compact, then storage and transport are optimized, but power supply capability may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice sizeVSAvoidpower supply capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the power supply unit with the configuration unit into a single integrated component within the transceiver interface. This consolidation achieves compact device size by eliminating separate power supply components while maintaining adequate power supply capability for configuration operations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The power supply unit is nested within the configuration unit or the transceiver interface housing, creating a compact integrated structure. This nesting arrangement optimizes device volume by efficiently utilizing internal space while preserving the power supply functionality needed for autonomous operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Data Source

PatentUS20240348279A1Transceiver interface, transceiver system and method for operating a transceiver interface
Publication Date: 2024.10.17 FLEXOPTIX GMBH
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AI summary

The invention relates to a transceiver interface, in particular a mobile transceiver interface, comprising a configuration unit for configuring a pluggable transceiver, which comprises a communication interface for communication with an external unit and a transceiver interface for communication with the transceiver. In order to provide a generic device having improved properties in terms of flexibility, it is proposed that the transceiver interface comprises a power supply unit for the autonomous power supply of at least the configuration unit.