Wireless Adapter for Measurement Device Data Transmission

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional measurement devices, such as vehicle oscilloscopes, require wired connections to personal computers for data transmission and separate power sources, making them unwieldy and inflexible for troubleshooting and data collection.

Innovation Solution

A wireless adapter with a USB port for data reception, a battery for powering the device, and a wireless module for transmitting processed data to an external computing device, eliminating the need for wired connections and separate power sources.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a wired connection is used to connect the measurement device to a personal computer, then data transmission is reliable, but the system becomes unwieldy and inflexible

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveflexibilityVSAvoidwired connection requirement
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces the mechanical wired connection system with a wireless communication system. The measurement device incorporates a wireless module that transmits data wirelessly to external computing devices, eliminating the need for physical cables and connectors. This substitution maintains data transmission functionality while significantly improving flexibility and ease of operation.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The measurement device is designed with multi-functionality by integrating both measurement capabilities and wireless communication capabilities into a single device. This allows the device to perform data collection and wireless data transmission without requiring separate wired connections to external computers, thereby improving flexibility while maintaining operational reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Use of energy by moving object

If the measurement device is separately powered, then the device has sufficient power supply, but the system becomes unwieldy

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower supplyVSAvoidportability
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges the power supply function with the measurement device by integrating a battery directly into the device housing. This combination eliminates the need for separate external power sources or power adapters, making the device self-contained and significantly improving portability while ensuring sufficient power supply for operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The measurement device is designed to be self-sufficient by incorporating an internal battery that provides autonomous power supply. The device can operate independently without requiring external power connections, enabling users to deploy the device in various locations without access to power outlets and improving overall portability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Reliability

If wired connections are used in hazardous environments, then data transmission is stable, but safety risks increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata transmission stabilityVSAvoidsafety hazards
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces mechanical wired connections with wireless communication technology to eliminate physical cables that could be damaged or create safety hazards in hazardous environments. The wireless module transmits data through electromagnetic signals, maintaining data transmission stability while removing the safety risks associated with physical wiring in dangerous conditions.

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

Data Source

PatentUS8935447B2Wireless adapter for a measurement device
Publication Date: 2015.01.13 BOSCH AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE SOLUTIONS INC
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AI summary

A wireless adapter for a measurement device is provided. The wireless adapter includes a first universal serial bus (USB) port to couplably receive data from the measurement device. The wireless adapter includes a battery to power the measurement device via the first USB port. the wireless adapter includes a wireless module to wirelessly transmit the received data to an external computing device after processing by the wireless adapter.