Modular system

{
  "publication_number": "US10215383B2",
  "country": "US",
  "kind": "B2",
  "title": "Modular system",
  "abstract": "A modular system may include a plurality of magnets that may be provided to self-align a casing with an accessory. Self-alignment of the casing and the accessory may provide a secure connection of the casing with the accessory. At least one detent and at least one locking arm may mate and lock the casing against the accessory in a mounted position. The at least one detent and the at least one locking arm may unlock in an insertion position. Self-alignment may occur when a first set of magnets attracts a second set of magnets in which opposite polarities attract and automatically initiate movement of the casing towards the accessory.",
  "claims": [
    "1. A modular system comprising: a pod casing including a protrusion arranged on an attachment face of the pod casing; at least one detent provided on the protrusion; at least one removable pod accessory including an aperture configured to receive the protrusion, wherein the at least one removable pod accessory is interchangeable; at least one locking arm provided on the at least one removable pod accessory; and a plurality of magnets arranged in the pod casing and on the at least one removable pod accessory, the plurality of magnets configured to self-align and secure the pod casing with the at least one removable pod accessory, wherein the modular system operates without being attached to a plurality of pod accessories.",
    "2. The modular system of claim 1, wherein the plurality of magnets includes a first set of magnets arranged in the pod casing and a second set of magnets arranged on the at least one removable pod accessory, and wherein polarities of the first set of magnets attract opposite polarities of the second set of magnets pulling and aligning the pod casing against the at least one removable pod accessory.",
    "3. The modular system of claim 1 further comprising: a power coupling that provides electrical contacts or a path for powering the modular system.",
    "4. The modular system of claim 1, wherein connecting the at least one removable pod accessory to the pod casing converts the modular system to another structure.",
    "5. The modular system of claim 1 further comprising: a self-contained battery provided inside the pod casing, wherein the self-contained battery is rechargeable.",
    "6. The modular system of claim 1, wherein the pod casing is configured to detach from the at least one removable pod accessory.",
    "7. The modular system of claim 6, wherein the pod casing detaches from the at least one removable pod accessory in an insertion position.",
    "8. The modular system of claim 1, wherein the pod casing attaches and locks against the at least one removable pod accessory in a mounted position.",
    "9. A modular system comprising: a casing including a protrusion arranged on an attachment face of the casing; at least one detent provided on the protrusion; at least one removable accessory including an aperture configured to receive the protrusion, wherein the at least one removable accessory is interchangeable; and a plurality of magnets arranged in the casing and on the at least one removable accessory, the plurality of magnets configured to self-align and secure the casing with the at least one removable accessory, wherein the modular system operates without being attached to a plurality of accessories.",
    "10. The modular system of claim 9, wherein the plurality of magnets includes a first set of magnets arranged in the casing and a second set of magnets arranged on the at least one removable accessory, and wherein polarities of the first set of magnets attract opposite polarities of the second set of magnets pulling and aligning the casing against the at least one removable accessory.",
    "11. The modular system of claim 9 further comprising: a power coupling that provides electrical contacts or a path for powering the modular system.",
    "12. The modular system of claim 9, wherein connecting the at least one removable accessory to the casing converts the modular system to another structure.",
    "13. The modular system of claim 9 further comprising: a self-contained battery provided inside the casing, wherein the self-contained battery is rechargeable.",
    "14. The modular system of claim 9, wherein the casing is configured to detach from the at least one removable accessory.",
    "15. The modular system of claim 14, wherein the casing detaches from the at least one removable pod accessory in an insertion position.",
    "16. The modular system of claim 9, wherein the casing attaches and locks against the at least one removable accessory in a mounted position.",
    "17. A modular system comprising: a casing including a protrusion arranged on an attachment face of the casing; at least one detent provided on the protrusion; and a plurality of magnets arranged in the casing and on at least one removable accessory, the plurality of magnets configured to self-align and secure the casing with the at least one removable accessory, wherein the modular system operates without being attached to a plurality of accessories, and wherein the protrusion provides a male coupling for attaching the casing to the at least one removable pod accessory.",
    "18. The modular system of claim 17, wherein one or more controls are provided inside of the casing."
  ],
  "description_excerpt": "The disclosure relates generally to a modular system. In particular, the disclosure relates to a modular system including a plurality of magnets that self-align and lock components of the modular system.\n\nModular systems are known to provide some degree of versatility and can be conveniently portable. Modular systems can be utilized in industries including, but not limited to, lighting, manufacturing, military, automotive, construction, oil & gas, home goods, marine, engineering, safety, industrial, medical etc. For example, portable lights are often unable to be adjusted and securely attach to a variety of accessories using a single portable light. Particularly because portable lights are too robust or too small in size, portable lights may not provide a structure capable of being securely attached to a variety of accessories. Generally, portable lighting does not provide the degree of versatility and performance desired by users, and battery-life or power cycles can be limited, therefore requiring new batteries, repair, and/or replacement of portable light components.\n\nEmbodiments of the present disclosure generally provide a modular and a modular system including a plurality of magnets that self-align a pod casing with a pod accessory. At least one detent and at least one locking arm may mate and lock the pod casing against the pod accessory. It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a higher quality modular system and reduce costs associated with modular systems.",
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  "assignees": [
    "Ttp Holdings LLC"
  ],
  "inventors": [
    "Christopher Grider",
    "Derek Smith"
  ],
  "filing_date": "2018-05-25",
  "publication_date": "2019-02-26",
  "grant_date": "2019-02-26",
  "priority_date": "2016-07-15",
  "application_number": "US-201815989559-A",
  "family_id": "60940907",
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