Wall-Mounted Charging Device Integrating Rectifier and Battery Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing battery pack charging solutions require separate mobile chargers that occupy space and involve additional wiring, lacking a compact and space-efficient installation option for wall integration.
Innovation Solution
A wall-mounted or wall-installed charging device with a housing part and electronic module that converts mains voltage to charging voltage, featuring a contact arrangement for battery packs, allowing for detachable mechanical connection without tools and utilizing existing building electrical infrastructure for power supply.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a separate mobile charger is used for battery packs, then the charging function is provided, but additional space is occupied and additional wiring is required
Solution Approach 1:
The charging device merges the charging function with wall-mounted housing, integrating what was previously a separate mobile charger into a fixed wall installation. This combines the charging capability with the building structure, eliminating the need for separate charger units and reducing space occupation.
Solution Approach 2:
The charging device transitions from a portable, mobile form factor to a wall-mounted installation, utilizing the vertical dimension and wall surface area. This dimensional change allows the charging function to be embedded in the building structure rather than occupying floor or table space.
2Ease of operation
If a separate mobile charger is used for battery packs, then the charging function is provided, but additional wiring is required
Solution Approach 1:
The charging device merges the power supply connection with the building's existing electrical infrastructure. By integrating the charger into the wall, the device utilizes the building's permanent wiring system, eliminating the need for separate power cords and plugs that would be required for mobile chargers.
Solution Approach 2:
The wall-mounted charging device utilizes the building's existing electrical infrastructure to provide power. The system serves itself by tapping into the permanent wiring already present in the building, rather than requiring external power connections for each charging unit.
3Ease of operation
If battery packs are stored separately, then they are accessible, but space is wasted and organization is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The charging device merges the storage function with the charging function in a single wall-mounted unit. Battery packs are stored in the housing structure and charged in place, combining what were previously separate functions into one integrated system that saves space while maintaining accessibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The wall-mounted housing serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides structural mounting, houses the electronic module, stores battery packs, and provides charging capability. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate storage and charging equipment.
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
Enables space-saving storage and charging of battery packs by utilizing unused wall space, reducing additional wiring needs and providing a compact, efficient charging solution that maintains battery pack availability.
Implementation Method 1
an electronic module which can be arranged or is arranged in the cavity and has a rectifier circuit which is set up to convert a mains voltage into a direct voltage
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AI summary
A charging device (1) for a battery pack (2) for installation on or in a building wall comprises a first housing part (3) designed for installation on or in the building wall, forming a cavity (4) that is partially enclosed by the first housing part (3). The charging device (1) includes an electronic module (5) that can be arranged or is arranged in the cavity (4) and has a rectifier circuit configured to convert a mains voltage into a DC voltage. The charging device (1) has a contact arrangement (6) for electrically connecting the electronic module (5) to the battery pack (2), the electronic module being configured to provide a DC-dependent charging voltage at the contact arrangement (6) for charging the battery pack (2).The charging device (1) has a second housing part (7) which has an interface (8) for mechanical connection with the battery pack (2) and at least one through-hole for the contact arrangement (6).