Wireless Sensor Installation Orientation Feedback System

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Solution Overview

Problem

Users face challenges in determining the correct installation orientation of wireless sensors, especially for minor deviations, which can affect the accuracy of sensory data collection.

Innovation Solution

A method utilizing a computing device to display a graphical representation of the wireless sensor, providing real-time feedback on installation status and suggesting orientation adjustments to ensure accurate installation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If the wireless sensor is installed without auxiliary devices, then the installation process becomes simpler, but the user cannot intuitively determine the installation orientation accuracy

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation process simplicityVSAvoidinstallation orientation accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces a computing device as an intermediary between the wireless sensor and the user. This device receives orientation data from the sensor and presents it through a display interface with graphical elements, enabling the user to accurately assess installation orientation without needing physical auxiliary tools during installation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces physical auxiliary installation tools with an electronic system consisting of an orientation detection assembly in the wireless sensor and a computing device with display interface. This substitution eliminates the need for mechanical level tools while providing precise orientation feedback through digital presentation.

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

2Device complexity

If the user relies on naked eye observation, then no additional devices are needed, but minor installation orientation deviations cannot be detected

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenumber of additional devicesVSAvoidinstallation orientation detection capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces physical auxiliary installation tools with an electronic system consisting of an orientation detection assembly in the wireless sensor and a computing device with display interface. This substitution eliminates the need for mechanical level tools while providing precise orientation feedback through digital presentation.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates a virtual copy of the installation scene through graphical elements displayed on the computing device screen. This digital representation mirrors the actual sensor orientation, allowing users to visualize and assess installation accuracy without physical measurement tools.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

3Manufacturing precision

If real-time orientation feedback is provided, then installation accuracy improves, but the system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation orientation precisionVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent makes the computing device perform multiple functions: it serves as the display interface for orientation feedback, the processing unit for analyzing sensor data, and the communication hub between the sensor and user. This multi-functionality avoids adding dedicated complex feedback hardware, thereby limiting system complexity growth.

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

Data Source

PatentUS20250124800A1Method for assisting in installation of wireless sensor and computing device
Publication Date: 2025.04.17 AB SKF SKF PATENT DEPARTMENT
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AI summary

A method for assisting in the installation of wireless sensors. The method is performed by a computing device and may include presenting, on a display interface of the computing device, a graphical element of the wireless sensor. An orientation of the graphical element in a displayed scene on the display interface is consistent with an installation orientation of the wireless sensor in an actual scene. The method may include presenting, on the display interface, an indication of an installation status of the wireless sensor. The installation status includes the installation orientation being correct or incorrect. The method may include presenting, on the display interface, a second indication of an adjustment suggestion for the installation orientation of the wireless sensor while the indication indicates that the installation orientation is incorrect. The adjustment suggestion includes an orientation adjustment direction and an orientation adjustment angle for the wireless sensor.