Wireless Coupling Pattern for Intelligent Package Interface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing intelligent package technologies face challenges in providing a reliable and flexible interface between the package and communications modules, particularly for medical applications where patients with disabilities may struggle to replace exhausted packages, and manufacturing tolerances can lead to human error and design inflexibility.
Innovation Solution
A package with an electrically conductive pattern and an interface portion that supports a wireless coupling pattern, allowing for a short-distance wireless communications link with the communications module, which reduces the need for mechanical connections and allows for looser manufacturing tolerances and greater design freedom.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a mechanical connection interface is used between the package and communications module, then reliable electrical contact can be achieved, but the manufacturing precision requirements become stringent and the attachment process becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical electrical contact system with a wireless communication system. The package and communications module use wireless signals (such as RFID, NFC, or other short-range wireless technologies) to exchange data without requiring physical electrical contacts. This eliminates the need for precise mechanical alignment and complex connector interfaces while maintaining reliable communication between the package and module.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces wireless electromagnetic fields as an intermediary medium for data transmission between the package and communications module. Instead of direct electrical contact, information is transmitted through wireless signals that can penetrate or bridge the gap between components, allowing reliable communication without stringent mechanical connection requirements.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a fixed mechanical interface is used, then electrical connection is stable, but the package design flexibility is limited
Solution Approach 1:
By replacing the fixed mechanical interface with wireless communication, the patent enables the package body to be designed in various forms and configurations without being constrained by the need to accommodate specific mechanical connectors or electrical contacts. The wireless communication capability can be integrated into different package designs while maintaining stable data transmission.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a static mechanical interface to a dynamic wireless communication system that can adapt to different package configurations. The wireless communication protocol can maintain stable connection despite variations in physical arrangement, orientation, or distance between the package and communications module, thereby providing both stability and design flexibility.
3Reliability
If precise mechanical alignment is required for attachment, then electrical contact reliability is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates especially for users with disabilities
Solution Approach 1:
The patent eliminates the need for precise manual alignment operations by using wireless communication instead of mechanical electrical contacts. Users with disabilities can attach the communications module to the package without needing to perform complex alignment tasks, as the wireless communication system can establish connection automatically or with minimal user effort.
Solution Approach 2:
The wireless communication system can automatically establish and maintain connection between the package and communications module without requiring user intervention for alignment or contact establishment. The system performs the connection task itself through automatic signal detection and pairing, greatly simplifying the operation for users.
4Ease of manufacture
If visible electronic components and wiring are exposed at the interface, then functionality is achieved, but user distrust increases and visual design is constrained
Solution Approach 1:
By using wireless communication, the patent eliminates visible wires, connectors, and electrical contacts at the interface between package and module. This hidden infrastructure approach maintains full functionality while presenting a clean, aesthetic appearance that reduces user concern about exposed electronics and improves visual design freedom.
Solution Approach 2:
The wireless communication components can be integrated within thin layers or encapsulated structures that are invisible or minimally visible from the outside. This allows the functional electronic components to be hidden within the package or module housing, maintaining aesthetic appearance while preserving communication functionality.
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
This solution enables reliable communication between the package and module without stringent mechanical connections, accommodating various package designs and user orientations, and reduces user distrust of electronic components, while allowing for easier attachment and increased flexibility in package design.
Implementation Method 1
The electrically conductive pattern comprises, at least partly within said interface portion, a wireless coupling pattern that constitutes one half of a wireless coupling arrangement
Implementation Method 2
The communications module further comprises a sensor of electric characteristics, said sensor being configured to direct an excitation signal to said half of a wireless coupling arrangement and to measure a response to said excitation signal
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AI summary
A package comprises a body, and an electrically conductive pattern supported by said body. An interface portion is configured to receive a module to a removable attachment with the package. The electrically conductive pattern comprises, at least partly within said interface portion, a wireless coupling pattern that constitutes one half of a wireless coupling arrangement.