VR Joy Stick Chip Structure for Stable Power and Data Transmission

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current VR game joy sticks face issues with unstable data transmission due to environmental interference, power supply interruptions from AA batteries, long activation and wake-up times, and susceptibility to theft in public places.

Innovation Solution

A customized chip structure with a power source converter and multiple signal transmission methods (USB, Bluetooth, WiFi) replaces the original power and communication modules, enabling external power supply, automatic wake-up via gravity sensing, and enhanced anti-theft features with a custom power cable.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If Bluetooth wireless connection is used for data transmission, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to environmental interference and unstable transmission

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewireless connection convenienceVSAvoiddata transmission stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The communication function is segmented into multiple independent modules: Bluetooth module, WiFi module, and USB interface. This allows the system to switch between different communication methods depending on environmental conditions, ensuring reliable data transmission while maintaining wireless convenience when needed.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically changes communication parameters by switching between different transmission modes (Bluetooth, WiFi, USB) based on environmental interference levels. When Bluetooth transmission becomes unstable due to interference, the system transitions to alternative modes with different frequency characteristics and transmission protocols.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of operation

If AA batteries are used for power supply, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to power insufficiency and signal interruption

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebattery installation convenienceVSAvoidpower supply stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The power supply system merges multiple power sources: rechargeable battery module with USB charging capability, and optional external power adapter. This combination provides continuous power supply while maintaining the convenience of portable battery operation, eliminating power insufficiency issues.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The USB charging interface enables continuous power replenishment during operation. The system can maintain continuous useful action by charging the battery during idle periods or even during operation through the USB interface, preventing power exhaustion and signal interruption.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

3Ease of manufacture

If main menu key press is required for activation, then ease of manufacture is improved, but loss of time increases due to 10-15 second activation and wake-up time

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvekey-based activation simplicityVSAvoidactivation time
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs preliminary action by pre-loading the operating system and readiness state into memory during manufacturing and initial setup. When activation is needed, the system can quickly restore from this pre-prepared state, reducing activation time from 10-15 seconds to near-instantaneous wake-up.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The mechanical key press activation system is supplemented or replaced with sensor-based detection systems that can automatically detect user presence or intent through motion sensors, proximity sensors, or touch-sensitive surfaces, eliminating the need for manual key pressing and reducing activation time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Ease of operation

If wireless connection is used, then ease of operation is improved, but object-generated harmful factors increase due to theft susceptibility in public places

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvewireless connectivityVSAvoidtheft risk
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

A physical connection intermediary (USB cable with integrated locking mechanism) is introduced between the joy stick and power/source. This intermediary serves dual purposes: providing necessary power/connection while acting as a physical deterrent and anti-theft measure through the integrated lock that secures the device to a fixed object.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Data Source

PatentUS11148046B2Chip structure of VR self-service game joy stick
Publication Date: 2021.10.19 VR LEO USA INC
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AI summary

An improved VR self-service game joy stick chip assembly comprising a controller, a power source converter, a sensor and interfaces/links, the power to operate the assembly being provided by an external, hard-wired power source. The sensor senses movement thereof and through two-way connections to the controller and a computer interface turns on the joy stick and connected devices.