Water Bottle Base With Integrated Power Output for On-the-Go Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional water bottles lack the capability to provide power for internal or external devices, such as mobile phones, despite their widespread use and the need for on-the-go charging.
Innovation Solution
A powered water bottle design incorporating a power source and output in its base, allowing it to charge or power external devices, with optional features like replaceable batteries, waterproofing, and integrated accessories like lights and connectivity options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional water bottles are used, then they provide basic water storage functionality, but they lack the capability to provide power for external devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines a power source (battery) and power output interface directly into the water bottle base, merging two previously separate functions (water storage and power provision) into a single integrated device. This allows the water bottle to serve dual purposes without requiring separate charging devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The water bottle is designed with universal power provision capabilities that can charge multiple types of external devices (phones, tablets, other batteries) through a standardized output interface. The single device serves multiple functions: water storage, power charging, and potential accessory power supply.
2Ease of operation
If a power source is integrated into the water bottle base, then external devices can be charged on the go, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The water bottle with integrated power source enables users to charge their devices independently without needing external power banks or wall outlets. The bottle itself becomes a self-contained power station that users can operate anywhere, providing autonomous charging capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The power system is segmented into modular components: a removable/rechargeable battery pack, a control circuit board, and a power output interface. This segmentation allows for easier manufacturing, maintenance, and upgrading of individual components without redesigning the entire system.
3Adaptability or versatility
If conventional accessories (stickers, lids, sleeves) are used, then aesthetic customization is provided, but no power provision capability is added
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges aesthetic customization elements (such as colored lids, decorative sleeves, or patterned bottle surfaces) with functional power provision components. For example, a decorative sleeve may simultaneously house the battery compartment or power interface, combining form and function in a single integrated design.
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 users to charge and power external devices on the go, while also providing additional functionalities like lighting, connectivity, and safety features through a self-contained power source within the water bottle.
Implementation Method 1
the powered base comprises a power source and an output, wherein the output is configured to couple the powered base to an external device to supply power to the external device
Data Source
AI summary
A powered water bottle is provided. The powered water bottle includes a bottle portion and a powered base located below the bottle portion. The powered base includes a power source and an output, wherein the output is configured to couple the powered base to an external device to supply power to the external device. In other embodiments, a powered water bottle sleeve is provided. The powered sleeve includes a water bottle portion and a powered base coupled on a bottom of the water bottle portion. The powered base comprises a power source and an output, wherein the output is configured to couple the powered base to an external device to supply power to the external device.