Fixed Terminal Transformable to Portable Mode via Reversible Battery Kit
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Solution Overview
Problem
Fixed electronic payment terminals face challenges in being resistant to power cut-offs while maintaining cost-effectiveness, as existing solutions with integrated batteries incur additional costs for limited autonomy and risk degradation from frequent use and disassembly.
Innovation Solution
A fixed electronic terminal design that allows reversible installation of an electronic autonomy management system, comprising a battery and module, with a removable trap door and locking mechanism to minimize degradation risks, enabling transformation into a fixed/mobile terminal without increasing base costs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If an autonomous power supply (battery) is integrated into the fixed terminal during manufacturing, then the terminal gains resistance to power cut-offs and portable mode capability, but the cost increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the terminal into two configurations: a base fixed terminal without autonomous power supply, and an optional portable mode kit containing the battery and management electronics. This segmentation allows customers to choose only the configuration they need, eliminating the mandatory cost increase for all terminals while still providing the reliability benefit to those who require portable mode capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces dynamic configurability where the terminal can be transformed from fixed to portable mode through the reversible installation of the autonomy management system. This dynamic approach allows the terminal's functionality and cost profile to change based on user needs, rather than being fixed at the manufacturing stage.
2Duration of action of moving object
If the battery capacity is increased to provide long autonomy for portable mode, then the terminal can operate independently for extended periods, but the cost and size of the terminal increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the autonomy management system into a separate, optional kit that can be added to the base terminal. This allows the battery capacity to be optimized for portable mode requirements without forcing all fixed terminals to bear the cost and size penalty, as only portable-mode terminals will include this segmented component.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the terminal is designed with reversible installation capability for the autonomy management system, then the terminal can be transformed from fixed to portable mode, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates preliminary action by pre-designing the base terminal with integrated connection interfaces and mounting locations for the autonomy management system. This preliminary preparation of connection points and mounting structures eliminates the need for complex retrofiting or modifications when adding portable mode capability, thereby reducing the actual installation complexity despite the added versatility.
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AI summary
A fixed electronic terminal including at least one location intended to reversibly receive an electronic autonomy management system of the terminal.