Vehicle Energy Data Transmission Node Adaptability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional data and energy transmission systems in vehicles are complex, costly, and inflexible, with limited expandability and adaptability, which can lead to errors and reduced fault tolerance, especially in safety-critical functions.
Innovation Solution
A system with networked node elements providing redundant and adaptable connecting paths for energy and data transmission between vehicle components, allowing for automatic switching between primary and secondary paths in case of errors, ensuring continuous operation and increased fault tolerance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional data and energy transmission systems are used in vehicles, then the system structure is established, but the system becomes complex and costly with limited fault tolerance
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into multiple independent node elements that can be individually managed and configured. Each node element represents a modular unit that can be independently controlled, allowing the system to divide functionality across multiple simple units rather than relying on a single complex transmission path. This segmentation enables redundant connections without proportionally increasing overall system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements dynamic adaptability where node elements can automatically adjust their connection paths based on real-time conditions. When errors or faults are detected, the system dynamically reroutes data and energy transmission through alternative paths without requiring manual reconfiguration. This dynamic behavior allows the system to maintain high reliability through automated fault tolerance while keeping the control architecture manageable.
2Reliability
If redundant connecting paths are provided for fault tolerance, then reliability increases, but system complexity and construction space increase
Solution Approach 1:
The node elements are designed with universal functionality to handle both data and energy transmission through the same physical infrastructure. Rather than requiring separate redundant pathways for different functions, the system uses multi-functional node elements that can dynamically switch between and combine multiple transmission roles. This universality allows redundant paths to share physical space and resources, reducing the overall construction space required compared to dedicated separate pathways.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional transmission systems are used, then basic functionality is achieved, but expandability and adaptability are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The node elements are equipped with self-configuration capabilities that allow them to automatically detect, register, and integrate into the network without manual intervention. When new components are added to the system, the node elements autonomously establish connections and adjust transmission paths. This self-service mechanism dramatically simplifies system expansion and adaptation, allowing the vehicle's electronic architecture to evolve as new functions are added without proportionally increasing configuration complexity.
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AI summary
System (10) for energy and/or data transmission in a vehicle (15), with at least one node element (120) for the networked connection of at least two electric components (30) of the vehicle (15), so that different connecting paths are provided, and the transmission of energy and/or data occurs in an adaptable manner via at least one of the connecting paths.