Wireless Hydration System for Hands-Free Motorcycling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable hydration systems are ineffective during extreme activities, such as motorcycling, as they require manual operation, making it difficult for users to hydrate when their hands are occupied.
Innovation Solution
A wireless communication-based portable hydration system that includes a liquid container, a pump assembly, and an actuator module, allowing for hands-free hydration by using a hose and nozzle system integrated with a helmet, enabling reliable liquid delivery even in harsh conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual operation is used for hydration, then device complexity is reduced, but ease of operation deteriorates during extreme activities
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables self-service operation where the pump automatically delivers liquid to the user without requiring manual intervention. The wireless communication system allows the actuator to trigger the pump remotely, making the system serve itself during extreme activities when manual operation is difficult.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical operation with an automated electromechanical system. The wireless communication module and pump assembly work together to eliminate the need for manual activation, substituting mechanical hand operation with electronic control and automated pumping mechanisms.
2Ease of operation
If wireless communication components are added to enable remote operation, then ease of operation improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The line-set serves multiple functions: it delivers liquid to the user, provides structural support for mounting the pump antenna, and routes the communication cable between the actuator and pump. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated components, thereby managing device complexity while maintaining ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the communication cable routing with the liquid delivery hose routing. Both the communication cable and liquid flow share the same physical pathway through the line-set, consolidating multiple functions into a single integrated system rather than requiring separate independent routing systems.
3Reliability
If pump antenna is positioned for unobstructed signal transmission, then reliability of communication improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The line-set is designed to serve dual purposes: delivering liquid to the user and providing a structured pathway for communication cables and antenna mounting. This multi-functional design allows reliable antenna positioning without requiring additional separate mounting structures, thereby maintaining reliability while managing complexity.
4Ease of operation
If hose and nozzle system is integrated with helmet for hands-free operation, then ease of operation improves during extreme activities, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the hydration system components (hose, nozzle, pump) with the helmet structure to create an integrated hands-free operation system. The line-set is routed through and attached to the helmet, combining the helmet's protective function with the hydration delivery function, thereby improving ease of operation during extreme activities.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables reliable and efficient hydration during extreme activities by ensuring unobstructed signal transmission and liquid flow, allowing users to hydrate without manual intervention, even when their hands are engaged.
Implementation Method 1
a pump assembly in fluid communication with the liquid container, the pump assembly may include: a pump
Implementation Method 2
an electronics package in electrical communication with the pump, the electronics package may include: a pump transceiver operable to wirelessly communicate
Data Source
AI summary
A portable hydration system and various components are disclosed. The system utilizes a pump to transfer potable liquid (e.g. water) from a liquid container to a user during challenging activities (e.g. endurance motorcycle riding).