Wireless power supply method and device of communication equipment, electronic equipment and storage medium

Abstract

Embodiments of the present application provide a wireless power supply method and device for a communication device, electronic equipment and a storage medium. The method comprises: transmitting a first probe signal after receiving an activation signal transmitted by a first device; selecting a target first wireless power supply device from at least two first wireless power supply devices based on first feedback signals transmitted by the at least two first wireless power supply devices after receiving the first probe signal, and transmitting a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device, the first feedback signal being transmitted by the first wireless power supply device after receiving the first probe signal; and supplying power to the communication device using a first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device after receiving the first power supply signal. In the embodiments of the present application, the power supply of the wireless power supply device to the passive communication device is realized through the signal feedback between the passive communication device and the wireless power supply device, and the inconvenience of deploying a fixed power supply and replacing a battery for the communication device is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of communication technology, and in particular to a wireless power supply method, apparatus, electronic device, and storage medium for a communication device. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of communication technology, it has gradually entered the 5G era. The arrival of the 5G era has promoted the development of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, and wireless communication devices have experienced explosive growth, making the Internet of Everything a reality.

[0003] Typically, wireless communication devices are powered by fixed power supplies or batteries. However, with the increasing number of wireless communication devices, frequent battery replacements and the deployment of fixed power supplies are required. This not only increases the workload of maintenance personnel but also reduces the reliability of the communication network.

[0004] With the advent of Wireless Power Transmission (WPT) technology, a method has emerged to charge the batteries in communication devices wirelessly, thus eliminating the need for frequent battery replacements and the deployment of fixed power sources. However, in this approach, battery capacity and lifespan become major constraints on communication reliability. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the above problems, embodiments of this application propose a wireless power supply method, apparatus, electronic device and storage medium for communication devices, which can use wireless power supply devices to supply power to passive communication devices.

[0006] According to one aspect of an embodiment of this application, a wireless power supply method for a communication device is provided, applied to a passive communication device, the method comprising:

[0007] Upon receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the first detection signal is transmitted;

[0008] After receiving a first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, a target first wireless power supply device is selected from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and a second feedback signal is transmitted to the target first wireless power supply device. The first feedback signal is transmitted by the first wireless power supply device after receiving the first detection signal.

[0009] After receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device is powered by the first power supply signal, which is transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device after receiving the second feedback signal.

[0010] Optionally, after receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the method further includes: switching from sleep mode to standby mode; after receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the method further includes: switching from standby mode to running mode.

[0011] Optionally, the method further includes: transmitting a third feedback signal to the first device, the third feedback signal being used to instruct the first device to start sending information to the communication device; if no information processing is performed within a preset time period, transmitting a fourth feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device, the fourth feedback signal being used to instruct the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect power.

[0012] Optionally, the method further includes: switching from the operating mode to the sleep mode after the target first wireless power supply device is disconnected from power.

[0013] Optionally, in the sleep mode and / or the standby mode, the communication device is powered by a capacitor inside the communication device.

[0014] Optionally, the method further includes charging the capacitor using the first power supply signal.

[0015] Optionally, the method further includes: when in the sleep mode and the capacitor's power consumption reaches a preset ratio, switching from the sleep mode to the standby mode and transmitting a second detection signal; after receiving a fifth feedback signal transmitted by at least two second wireless power supply devices, selecting a target second wireless power supply device from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal, and transmitting a sixth feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device, wherein the fifth feedback signal is transmitted by the second wireless power supply device after receiving the second detection signal; and after receiving a second power supply signal transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device, charging the capacitor using the second power supply signal, wherein the second power supply signal is transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device after receiving the sixth feedback signal.

[0016] Optionally, the method further includes: when the charge of the capacitor reaches a preset charge, transmitting a seventh feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device, the seventh feedback signal being used to instruct the target second wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply.

[0017] Optionally, the method further includes: switching from the standby mode to the sleep mode after the target second wireless power supply device is disconnected from power.

[0018] Optionally, selecting a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal includes: calculating the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device, and sorting the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signal is received; starting from the first first wireless power supply device after sorting, selecting the first first wireless power supply device that meets a preset condition as the target first wireless power supply device, wherein the preset condition includes a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna.

[0019] Optionally, the first feedback signal includes the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, and the current load power of the first wireless power supply device; the calculation of the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device includes: obtaining the operating power of the communication device and the power loss of the communication device; and calculating the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device based on the power threshold, the path loss power, the current load power, the operating power, and the power loss.

[0020] According to another aspect of the embodiments of this application, a wireless power supply device for a communication device is provided, applied to the communication device, the communication device being a passive communication device, the device comprising:

[0021] The first transmitting module is used to transmit a first detection signal after receiving an activation signal transmitted by the first device;

[0022] The first selection module is configured to, after receiving a first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, select a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and transmit a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device, wherein the first feedback signal is transmitted by the first wireless power supply device after receiving the first detection signal;

[0023] The first power supply module is used to supply power to the communication device using the first power supply signal after receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device. The first power supply signal is transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device after receiving the second feedback signal.

[0024] Optionally, the device further includes: a first switching module, configured to switch from a sleep mode to a standby mode after receiving an activation signal transmitted by the first device; and a second switching module, configured to switch from the standby mode to a running mode after receiving a first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device.

[0025] Optionally, the device further includes: a second transmitting module, configured to transmit a third feedback signal to the first device, the third feedback signal being used to instruct the first device to start sending information to the communication device; and a third transmitting module, configured to transmit a fourth feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device if no information processing is performed within a preset time period, the fourth feedback signal being used to instruct the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect power.

[0026] Optionally, the device further includes a third switching module, used to switch from the operating mode to the sleep mode after the target first wireless power supply device is disconnected from power.

[0027] Optionally, in the sleep mode and / or the standby mode, the communication device is powered by a capacitor inside the communication device.

[0028] Optionally, the first power supply module is further configured to charge the capacitor using the first power supply signal.

[0029] Optionally, the device further includes: a fourth transmitting module, configured to switch from the sleep mode to the standby mode and transmit a second detection signal when the capacitor's power consumption reaches a preset ratio while in the sleep mode; a second selection module, configured to select a target second wireless power supply device from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal after receiving the fifth feedback signal transmitted by at least two second wireless power supply devices, and transmit a sixth feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device, wherein the fifth feedback signal is transmitted by the second wireless power supply device after receiving the second detection signal; and a second power supply module, configured to charge the capacitor using the second power supply signal after receiving the second power supply signal transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device, wherein the second power supply signal is transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device after receiving the sixth feedback signal.

[0030] Optionally, the device further includes: a fifth transmitting module, configured to transmit a seventh feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device when the charge of the capacitor reaches a preset charge, the seventh feedback signal being used to instruct the target second wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply.

[0031] Optionally, the device further includes a fourth switching module, used to switch from the standby mode to the sleep mode after the target second wireless power supply device is disconnected from power.

[0032] Optionally, the first selection module includes: a processing unit, configured to calculate the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device and sort the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signal is received; and a selection unit, configured to select the first first wireless power supply device that meets a preset condition, starting from the first first wireless power supply device after sorting, as the target first wireless power supply device, wherein the preset condition includes a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna.

[0033] Optionally, the first feedback signal includes the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, and the current load power of the first wireless power supply device; the processing unit is specifically used to obtain the operating power of the communication device and the power loss of the communication device; and to calculate the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device based on the power threshold, the path loss power, the current load power, the operating power, and the power loss.

[0034] According to another aspect of the embodiments of this application, an electronic device is provided, comprising: one or more processors; and one or more computer-readable storage media having instructions stored thereon; wherein, when the instructions are executed by the one or more processors, the processors cause the processors to perform a wireless power supply method for a communication device as described in any of the preceding claims.

[0035] According to another aspect of the embodiments of this application, a computer-readable storage medium is provided having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, causes the processor to perform a wireless power supply method for a communication device as described in any of the preceding claims.

[0036] In this embodiment, on the one hand, by using signal feedback between the passive communication device and the wireless power supply device, the wireless power supply device can provide real-time power to the passive communication device when it needs power, thus ensuring the normal operation of the communication device and avoiding the inconvenience of deploying a fixed power supply and replacing batteries for the communication device, thereby enhancing the reliability of the communication device network. On the other hand, by selecting a target wireless power supply device from multiple wireless power supply devices, the power supply strategy can be optimized, making the power supply process of the wireless power supply device more stable and efficient. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some drawings of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a device interaction according to an embodiment of this application.

[0039] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating the steps of a wireless power supply method for a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0040] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of selecting a target first wireless power supply device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0041] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the steps of another wireless power supply method for a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0042] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a communication device operation mode according to an embodiment of this application.

[0043] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of a communication device in sleep mode according to an embodiment of this application.

[0044] Figure 7 This is a structural block diagram of a wireless power supply device for a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0045] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0046] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless power supply device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0047] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0048] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of a computer-readable storage medium according to an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0049] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments of this application. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0050] Reference Figure 1 The diagram illustrates a device interaction according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 As shown, the devices involved in the embodiments of this application may include at least a first device, a communication device, a wireless power supply device, and a second device.

[0051] The first device acts as the information sender. The first device can transmit probe signals (such as activation signals) to the communication device, receive feedback signals transmitted by the communication device, transmit information to the communication device, and so on. For example, the first device can be various terminals with information processing capabilities, such as smartphones, tablets, etc.

[0052] The communication device acts as a relay, transmitting information. It can transmit feedback signals to a first device, receive information transmitted by the first device, transmit information to a second device, transmit detection signals to a wireless power supply device, receive feedback signals transmitted by the wireless power supply device, receive electromagnetic waves emitted by the wireless power supply device, and so on. For example, the communication device can be various relay devices with information transmission capabilities, such as a base station. The communication device in this embodiment is a passive communication device.

[0053] Wireless power supply devices are used to power communication devices. These devices can receive detection signals emitted by the communication device, transmit feedback signals to the communication device, emit electromagnetic waves, and so on. For example, wireless power supply devices can be various devices with wireless power supply capabilities.

[0054] The second device acts as an information receiver. The second device can receive information transmitted by communication devices, and so on. For example, the second device can be various terminals with information processing capabilities, such as smartphones, tablets, etc.

[0055] Reference Figure 2 The diagram illustrates a flowchart of the steps of a wireless power supply method for a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0056] like Figure 2 As shown, the wireless power supply method for communication devices may include the following steps:

[0057] Step 201: After receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the communication device transmits the first detection signal.

[0058] When the first device needs to send information but cannot directly transmit the information to the second device, it will send an activation signal to the communication device.

[0059] For example, the activation signal is used to notify the communication device that the first device needs to send information, thereby instructing the communication device to activate. The activation signal can be a 1-bit signal.

[0060] After receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the communication device knows that the first device needs to send information, that is, it needs to forward information. At this time, it needs to request power from the surrounding wireless power supply devices. Therefore, the communication device will transmit the first detection signal to the surrounding wireless power supply devices.

[0061] For example, the first probe signal is used to notify the wireless power supply device that the communication device needs to be powered. The communication device may broadcast the first probe signal in multiple bits to surrounding wireless power supply devices.

[0062] Step 202: After receiving the first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, the communication device selects a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and transmits a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device.

[0063] For ease of distinction, in this embodiment of the application, the wireless power supply device that receives the first detection signal transmitted by the communication device and returns a first feedback signal to the communication device is referred to as the first wireless power supply device. For any given first wireless power supply device, after receiving the first detection signal transmitted by the communication device, the first wireless power supply device deciphers that the communication device needs to be powered, and at this time, the first wireless power supply device will transmit a first feedback signal to the communication device.

[0064] For example, the first feedback signal is used to notify the communication device that the first wireless power supply device is capable of supplying power. The first feedback signal can be a 1-bit signal.

[0065] If a communication device receives a first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, it can select a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal transmitted by the at least two first wireless power supply devices.

[0066] Reference Figure 3 The diagram illustrates a process flowchart for selecting a target first wireless power supply device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0067] like Figure 3 As shown, the process for selecting the target first wireless power supply device may include the following steps:

[0068] Step 301: The communication device calculates the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device and sorts the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signals are received.

[0069] For each first wireless power supply device, the communication device calculates the redundancy coefficient of that first wireless power supply device.

[0070] For example, the first feedback signal may include, but is not limited to: the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, the current load power of the first wireless power supply device, etc.

[0071] For example, the process of calculating the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device by the communication device may include: obtaining the operating power (actual operating power) and power loss of the communication device; and calculating the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device based on the power threshold, path loss power, current load power, operating power, and power loss of the communication device.

[0072] For example, the redundancy factor of the first wireless power supply device can be calculated based on the following formula:

[0073] P th -(P r +P c +P s )=ηP w

[0074] In this formula, η represents the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device, and P th P represents the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device. r P represents the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device. c P represents the current load power of the first wireless power supply device. w P represents the operating power of communication equipment. s This indicates the power loss of communication equipment.

[0075] For the at least two first wireless power supply devices, the communication device sorts the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signals are received. Specifically, the first wireless power supply device corresponding to the earliest received first feedback signal is listed first, and the first wireless power supply device corresponding to the latest received first feedback signal is listed last; that is, the first wireless power supply device corresponding to the first received first feedback signal is listed first, and the first wireless power supply device corresponding to the later received first feedback signal is listed last.

[0076] Step 302: Starting from the first wireless power supply device after sorting, the communication device selects the first wireless power supply device that meets the preset conditions as the target wireless power supply device. The preset conditions include a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna.

[0077] Starting with the first wireless power supply device after sorting, the communication device determines whether the redundancy coefficient of the current wireless power supply device is greater than or equal to a preset threshold, and whether the current wireless power supply device has an idle power supply antenna; if the redundancy coefficient of the current wireless power supply device is greater than or equal to the preset threshold, and the current wireless power supply device has an idle power supply antenna, the current wireless power supply device is determined as the target wireless power supply device.

[0078] For example, the communication device sorts the first wireless power supply devices into three categories—first wireless power supply device A, first wireless power supply device B, and first wireless power supply device C—based on the order in which the first feedback signals transmitted by the first wireless power supply device are received. If the redundancy coefficient of first wireless power supply device A is greater than or equal to a preset threshold, and the first wireless power supply device has an idle power supply antenna, then first wireless power supply device A is selected as the target first wireless power supply device. If first wireless power supply device A does not meet the above conditions, then the judgment is continued on first wireless power supply device B, and so on, until the target first wireless power supply device is selected.

[0079] The specific value of the above-mentioned preset threshold can be set based on actual experience, and this embodiment does not impose any restrictions on it.

[0080] For example, if the preset threshold is set to 1, the preset condition can be expressed as follows: η≥1, r≥1, where η represents the redundancy coefficient and r represents the number of idle power supply antennas. The set of first wireless power supply devices with a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to 1 can be represented as follows:

[0081] The target first wireless power supply device is the preferred wireless power supply device capable of supplying power to the communication device. After selecting the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device transmits a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device.

[0082] If a communication device receives only a first feedback signal transmitted by a first wireless power supply device, it can transmit a second feedback signal to that first wireless power supply device.

[0083] For example, the second feedback signal is used to instruct the target first wireless power supply device to start powering on. The second feedback signal can be a 1-bit signal.

[0084] Step 203: After receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device uses the first power supply signal to supply power to the communication device.

[0085] After receiving the second feedback signal transmitted by the communication device, the first wireless power supply device knows that the communication device has requested to start power supply. At this time, it can start to supply power to the communication device, and the first wireless power supply device will transmit the first power supply signal to the communication device.

[0086] After receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device can use the first power supply signal to supply power to the communication device. The power supply here is used to ensure the normal operation of the communication device, such as receiving information, forwarding information, etc.

[0087] For example, the first power supply signal can be an electromagnetic wave, or any other form of power supply signal. After receiving the electromagnetic wave emitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device can convert the electromagnetic wave into electrical energy and provide power to itself.

[0088] In this embodiment, on the one hand, by using signal feedback between the passive communication device and the wireless power supply device, the wireless power supply device can provide real-time power to the passive communication device when it needs power, thus ensuring the normal operation of the communication device and avoiding the inconvenience of deploying a fixed power supply and replacing batteries for the communication device, thereby enhancing the reliability of the communication device network. On the other hand, by selecting a target wireless power supply device from multiple wireless power supply devices, the power supply strategy can be optimized, making the power supply process of the wireless power supply device more stable and efficient.

[0089] Reference Figure 4 The diagram illustrates a flowchart of another method for wireless power supply of a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0090] like Figure 4 As shown, the wireless power supply method for communication devices may include the following steps:

[0091] Step 401: After receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the communication device switches from sleep mode to standby mode and transmits the first detection signal.

[0092] When communication devices are not receiving or forwarding information, they will enter sleep mode. Sleep mode reduces power consumption and eliminates the need for wireless power supply, thus avoiding the use of the wireless power supply's power interface and promoting green and low-carbon development.

[0093] After receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the communication device can switch from sleep mode to standby mode to prepare for receiving and forwarding information. In standby mode, the communication device will prepare to receive and forward information and execute the following step 402.

[0094] Step 402: After receiving the first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, the communication device selects a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and transmits a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device.

[0095] Step 403: After receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device uses the first power supply signal to supply power to the communication device, and switches from the standby mode to the operating mode.

[0096] After the communication device receives power from the first power supply signal, it will switch from the standby mode to the operating mode. In the operating mode, the communication device will perform normal information reception and forwarding.

[0097] Step 404: The communication device transmits a third feedback signal to the first device, the third feedback signal being used to instruct the first device to start sending information to the communication device.

[0098] After the communication device uses the first power supply signal to power the communication device and switches from the standby mode to the operating mode, it will send a third feedback signal to the first device.

[0099] After receiving the third feedback signal from the communication device, the first device can begin sending information to the communication device. Upon receiving the information from the first device, the communication device can forward this information to the second device.

[0100] Step 405: If the communication device does not process information within a preset time period, it transmits a fourth feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device. The fourth feedback signal is used to instruct the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply.

[0101] If the communication device fails to process information within a preset time period, it can notify the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply. Specifically, the communication device transmits a fourth feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device, which instructs the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply. For example, the fourth feedback signal can be a 1-bit signal. The specific value of the preset time period can be set based on practical experience, and this embodiment does not impose any restrictions on it.

[0102] Upon receiving the fourth feedback signal transmitted by the communication device, the target wireless power supply device recognizes the need to disconnect power and ceases transmitting the first power supply signal to the communication device. This method allows for timely disconnection of power when the communication device is relatively idle, thereby saving energy.

[0103] Step 406: After the target first wireless power supply device disconnects the power supply, the communication device switches from the operating mode to the sleep mode.

[0104] After the target's first wireless power supply device is disconnected, the communication device enters sleep mode, thereby reducing power consumption and avoiding the occupation of the power supply interface of the wireless power supply device.

[0105] In this embodiment of the application, the communication device is configured with a sleep mode, a standby mode, and a running mode, and the modes can be switched between each other.

[0106] Reference Figure 5 The diagram illustrates a communication device operation mode according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 As shown, the communication device can switch from sleep mode to standby mode, from standby mode to running mode, and from running mode to sleep mode.

[0107] In one alternative embodiment, a capacitor can be installed inside the communication device. Since the communication device consumes less power in sleep mode and standby mode, the communication device can be powered by the internal capacitor in these modes. For example, in the above-described workflow, the processes of the communication device transmitting the first detection signal, transmitting the second feedback signal, and selecting the target first wireless power supply device can all be powered by the internal capacitor.

[0108] In one alternative implementation, when the communication device is in operating mode, the target first wireless power supply device will charge the capacitor in preparation for the next power supply use. Therefore, after receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device can also use the first power supply signal to charge the capacitor.

[0109] In one alternative implementation, since the communication device is powered by a capacitor when it is in sleep mode, the capacitor will consume power. In order to avoid the power supply being affected by the low power of the capacitor, the capacitor can be charged in time according to the power status of the capacitor during sleep mode.

[0110] Reference Figure 6 The diagram illustrates a process flow chart of a communication device in sleep mode according to an embodiment of this application.

[0111] like Figure 6 As shown, the process for a communication device to be in sleep mode may include the following steps:

[0112] Step 601: When the communication device is in the sleep mode and the power consumption of the capacitor reaches a preset ratio, it switches from the sleep mode to the standby mode and transmits a second detection signal.

[0113] The specific value of the preset ratio can be set based on practical experience, and this embodiment does not impose any restrictions on it. For example, the preset ratio can be set to 50%, 60%, etc.

[0114] When the communication device is in the sleep mode and the power consumption of the capacitor reaches a preset ratio, it switches from the sleep mode to the standby mode and transmits a second detection signal to the surrounding wireless power supply devices.

[0115] For example, the second probe signal is used to notify the wireless power supply device that the capacitor inside the communication device needs to be charged. The communication device may broadcast the second probe signal in multiple bits to surrounding wireless power supply devices.

[0116] Step 602: After receiving the fifth feedback signal transmitted by at least two second wireless power supply devices, the communication device selects a target second wireless power supply device from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal, and transmits a sixth feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device.

[0117] For ease of distinction, in this embodiment, the wireless power supply device that receives the second detection signal transmitted by the communication device and returns a fifth feedback signal to the communication device is referred to as the second wireless power supply device. For any given second wireless power supply device, upon receiving the second detection signal transmitted by the communication device, it learns that the capacitor inside the communication device needs to be charged. At this time, the second wireless power supply device will transmit a fifth feedback signal to the communication device.

[0118] For example, the fifth feedback signal is used to notify the communication device that the second wireless power supply device is capable of supplying power. The fifth feedback signal can be a 1-bit signal.

[0119] If the communication device receives a fifth feedback signal transmitted by at least two second wireless power supply devices, it can select a target second wireless power supply device from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal transmitted by the at least two second wireless power supply devices.

[0120] For example, the process of selecting a target second wireless power supply device from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal may include: the communication device calculating the redundancy coefficient of the second wireless power supply device, and sorting the at least two second wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the fifth feedback signal is received; starting from the first sorted second wireless power supply device, the communication device selects the first second wireless power supply device that meets a preset condition as the target second wireless power supply device, the preset condition including a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna. For the specific process, refer to the above description for... Figure 3 The relevant explanations will not be discussed in detail in this embodiment.

[0121] For example, the fifth feedback signal may include, but is not limited to: the power threshold of the second wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the second wireless power supply device, the current load power of the second wireless power supply device, etc. The process of the communication device calculating the redundancy coefficient of the second wireless power supply device may include: obtaining the operating power and power loss of the communication device; and calculating the redundancy coefficient of the second wireless power supply device based on its power threshold, path loss power, current load power, operating power, and power loss. For a specific process, refer to the above description... Figure 3 The relevant explanations will not be discussed in detail in this embodiment.

[0122] The target second wireless power supply device is a preferred wireless power supply device capable of charging the capacitor of the communication device. After selecting the target second wireless power supply device, the communication device transmits a sixth feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device.

[0123] If a communication device receives only a fifth feedback signal transmitted by a second wireless power supply device, it can transmit a sixth feedback signal to that second wireless power supply device.

[0124] For example, the sixth feedback signal is used to instruct the target second wireless power supply device to start powering on. The sixth feedback signal can be a 1-bit signal.

[0125] Step 603: After receiving the second power supply signal transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device, the communication device uses the second power supply signal to charge the capacitor.

[0126] After receiving the sixth feedback signal transmitted by the communication device, the second wireless power supply device knows that the communication device has requested to start power supply. At this time, it can start charging the capacitor inside the communication device, and the second wireless power supply device will transmit a second power supply signal to the communication device.

[0127] After receiving the second power supply signal transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device, the communication device can use the second power supply signal to charge the internal capacitor.

[0128] For example, the second power supply signal can be an electromagnetic wave, or any other form of power supply signal. After receiving the electromagnetic wave emitted by the target second wireless power supply device, the communication device can convert the electromagnetic wave into electrical energy and charge the capacitor.

[0129] Step 604: When the capacitor's charge reaches a preset level, the communication device transmits a seventh feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device.

[0130] When the capacitor's charge reaches a preset level, the communication device can notify the target second wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply. Specifically, the communication device transmits a seventh feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device, which instructs the target second wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply. For example, the seventh feedback signal can be a 1-bit signal. The specific value of the preset charge level can be set based on practical experience, and this embodiment does not impose any limitations on this. For example, the preset charge level can be 80%, 85%, 90%, etc.

[0131] Upon receiving the seventh feedback signal transmitted by the communication device, the target second wireless power supply device learns that it needs to disconnect the power supply and then stops transmitting the second power supply signal to the communication device.

[0132] Step 605: After the target second wireless power supply device disconnects the power supply, the communication device switches from the standby mode to the sleep mode.

[0133] After the target second wireless power supply device is disconnected, the communication device enters sleep mode, thereby reducing power consumption and avoiding the occupation of the power supply interface of the wireless power supply device.

[0134] In this embodiment, the goal of real-time wireless power supply response for passive low-power communication devices is achieved, ensuring information reception and forwarding. Simultaneously, it avoids the inconvenience of deploying fixed power supplies and replacing batteries for communication devices, enhancing the reliability of the communication node network.

[0135] Reference Figure 7 This diagram illustrates a structural block diagram of a wireless power supply device for a communication device according to an embodiment of this application. The device is applied to a communication device, which is a passive communication device.

[0136] like Figure 7 As shown, the wireless power supply device for the communication equipment may include the following modules:

[0137] The first transmitting module 701 is used to transmit a first detection signal after receiving an activation signal transmitted by the first device;

[0138] The first selection module 702 is configured to, after receiving a first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, select a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and transmit a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device, wherein the first feedback signal is transmitted by the first wireless power supply device after receiving the first detection signal;

[0139] The first power supply module 703 is used to supply power to the communication device using the first power supply signal after receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device. The first power supply signal is transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device after receiving the second feedback signal.

[0140] Optionally, the device further includes: a first switching module, configured to switch from a sleep mode to a standby mode after receiving an activation signal transmitted by the first device; and a second switching module, configured to switch from the standby mode to a running mode after receiving a first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device.

[0141] Optionally, the device further includes: a second transmitting module, configured to transmit a third feedback signal to the first device, the third feedback signal being used to instruct the first device to start sending information to the communication device; and a third transmitting module, configured to transmit a fourth feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device if no information processing is performed within a preset time period, the fourth feedback signal being used to instruct the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect power.

[0142] Optionally, the device further includes a third switching module, used to switch from the operating mode to the sleep mode after the target first wireless power supply device is disconnected from power.

[0143] Optionally, in the sleep mode and / or the standby mode, the communication device is powered by a capacitor inside the communication device.

[0144] Optionally, the first power supply module 703 is further configured to charge the capacitor using the first power supply signal.

[0145] Optionally, the device further includes: a fourth transmitting module, configured to switch from the sleep mode to the standby mode and transmit a second detection signal when the capacitor's power consumption reaches a preset ratio while in the sleep mode; a second selection module, configured to select a target second wireless power supply device from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal after receiving the fifth feedback signal transmitted by at least two second wireless power supply devices, and transmit a sixth feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device, wherein the fifth feedback signal is transmitted by the second wireless power supply device after receiving the second detection signal; and a second power supply module, configured to charge the capacitor using the second power supply signal after receiving the second power supply signal transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device, wherein the second power supply signal is transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device after receiving the sixth feedback signal.

[0146] Optionally, the device further includes: a fifth transmitting module, configured to transmit a seventh feedback signal to the target second wireless power supply device when the charge of the capacitor reaches a preset charge, the seventh feedback signal being used to instruct the target second wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply.

[0147] Optionally, the device further includes a fourth switching module, used to switch from the standby mode to the sleep mode after the target second wireless power supply device is disconnected from power.

[0148] Optionally, the first selection module 702 includes: a processing unit, configured to calculate the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device and sort the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signal is received; and a selection unit, configured to select the first first wireless power supply device that meets a preset condition, starting from the first first wireless power supply device after sorting, as the target first wireless power supply device, wherein the preset condition includes a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna.

[0149] Optionally, the first feedback signal includes the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, and the current load power of the first wireless power supply device; the processing unit is specifically used to obtain the operating power of the communication device and the power loss of the communication device; and to calculate the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device based on the power threshold, the path loss power, the current load power, the operating power, and the power loss.

[0150] In this embodiment, on the one hand, by using signal feedback between the passive communication device and the wireless power supply device, the wireless power supply device can provide real-time power to the passive communication device when it needs power, thus ensuring the normal operation of the communication device and avoiding the inconvenience of deploying a fixed power supply and replacing batteries for the communication device, thereby enhancing the reliability of the communication device network. On the other hand, by selecting a target wireless power supply device from multiple wireless power supply devices, the power supply strategy can be optimized, making the power supply process of the wireless power supply device more stable and efficient.

[0151] Reference Figure 8 The diagram shows a structural block diagram of a communication device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0152] like Figure 8 As shown, the communication device may include:

[0153] A cache unit is used to store the received information;

[0154] The receiving unit is used to receive feedback signals and information;

[0155] The transmitting unit is used to transmit detection signals and relay information;

[0156] Capacitors are used to provide electrical energy for communication equipment to receive detection signals when it is in sleep mode, for the transmitting unit to transmit detection signals, and for the control unit to perform operations.

[0157] The control unit is used to regulate the transmitting unit, receiving unit, store program code, and calculate the optimal wireless power supply equipment.

[0158] Reference Figure 9 The diagram shows a structural block diagram of a wireless power supply device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0159] like Figure 9 As shown, the wireless power supply device may include:

[0160] Power supply, used to provide electrical energy to wireless power devices;

[0161] An electromagnetic wave transmitting unit is used to convert electrical energy into electromagnetic waves to provide power for communication equipment.

[0162] The signal receiving unit is used to receive detection signals transmitted from the communication equipment;

[0163] The signal transmitting unit is used to transmit feedback signals to the communication equipment;

[0164] The control unit mainly controls the receiving and transmitting of signals and the storage of program code, enabling the wireless power supply equipment to operate normally.

[0165] As the device embodiment is basically similar to the method embodiment, the description is relatively simple, and relevant parts can be found in the description of the method embodiment.

[0166] In embodiments of this application, an electronic device is also provided. This electronic device may include one or more processors and one or more computer-readable storage media storing instructions thereon, such as application programs. When the instructions are executed by the one or more processors, the processors cause the processors to perform the wireless power supply method of the communication device of any of the above embodiments.

[0167] Reference Figure 10 The diagram illustrates a schematic representation of an electronic device structure according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 10 As shown, the electronic device includes a processor 1001, a communication interface 1002, a memory 1003, and a communication bus 1004. The processor 1001, the communication interface 1002, and the memory 1003 communicate with each other through the communication bus 1004.

[0168] Memory 1003 is used to store computer programs.

[0169] When the processor 1001 executes the program stored in the memory 1003, it implements the wireless power supply method of the communication device in any of the above embodiments.

[0170] The communication interface 1002 is used for communication between the above-mentioned electronic device and other devices.

[0171] The aforementioned communication bus 1004 can be a Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus or an Extended Industry Standard Architecture (EISA) bus, etc. This communication bus can be divided into address bus, data bus, control bus, etc. For ease of representation, it is shown in the figure with only one thick line, but this does not indicate that there is only one bus or one type of bus.

[0172] The processor 1001 mentioned above may include, but is not limited to: a central processing unit (CPU), a network processor (NP), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a field-programmable gate array (FPGA), or other programmable logic devices, discrete gate or transistor logic devices, discrete hardware components, etc.

[0173] The aforementioned memory 1003 may include, but is not limited to: Read Only Memory (ROM), Random Access Memory (RAM), Compact Disc Read Only Memory (CD-ROM), Electronic Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM), Hard Disk, Floppy Disk, Flash Memory, etc.

[0174] In embodiments of this application, a computer-readable storage medium is also provided. (See also...) Figure 11 The diagram illustrates a computer-readable storage medium according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 11 As shown, a computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program that can be executed by a processor of an electronic device. When the computer program is executed by the processor, it causes the processor to perform the wireless power supply method for the communication device as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0175] The various embodiments in this specification are related to each other and are described in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0176] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or terminal device that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or terminal device. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or terminal device that includes said element.

[0177] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that the methods of the above embodiments can be implemented by means of software plus necessary general-purpose hardware platforms. Of course, they can also be implemented by hardware, but in many cases the former is a better implementation method. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of this application, in essence, or the part that contributes to the prior art, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium (such as ROM, RAM, magnetic disk, optical disk), and includes several instructions to cause a terminal (which may be a mobile phone, computer, server, air conditioner, or network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in the various embodiments of this application.

[0178] The embodiments of this application have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many other forms under the guidance of this application without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims, and all of these forms are within the protection scope of this application.

[0179] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed in this application can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of this application.

[0180] Those skilled in the art will understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0181] In the embodiments provided in this application, it should be understood that the disclosed apparatus and methods can be implemented in other ways. For example, the apparatus embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of units is only a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. Furthermore, the coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed may be through some interfaces; the indirect coupling or communication connection between apparatuses or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms.

[0182] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs.

[0183] In addition, the functional units in the various embodiments of this application can be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit can exist physically separately, or two or more units can be integrated into one unit.

[0184] If the aforementioned functions are implemented as software functional units and sold or used as independent products, they can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of this application, in essence, or the part that contributes to the prior art, or a portion of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes several instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the methods described in the various embodiments of this application. The aforementioned storage medium includes various media capable of storing program code, such as USB flash drives, portable hard drives, ROM, RAM, magnetic disks, or optical disks.

[0185] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. In summary, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. A wireless power supply method for a communication device, characterized in that, Applied to a communication device, wherein the communication device is a passive communication device, the method includes: Upon receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the first detection signal is transmitted; After receiving a first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, a target first wireless power supply device is selected from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and a second feedback signal is transmitted to the target first wireless power supply device. The first feedback signal is transmitted by the first wireless power supply device after receiving the first detection signal. After receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the communication device is powered by the first power supply signal, which is transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device after receiving the second feedback signal; Based on the first feedback signal, selecting a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices includes: Calculate the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device, and sort the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signals are received; Starting from the first wireless power supply device after sorting, the first wireless power supply device that meets the preset conditions is selected as the target wireless power supply device. The preset conditions include a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna. Obtain the operating power and power loss of the communication device; The redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device is calculated based on the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, the current load power of the first wireless power supply device, the operating power of the communication device, and the power loss of the communication device.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, After receiving the activation signal transmitted by the first device, the process also includes: switching from sleep mode to standby mode; After receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device, the method further includes: switching from the standby mode to the operating mode.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The method further includes: A third feedback signal is transmitted to the first device, the third feedback signal being used to instruct the first device to start sending information to the communication device; If no information is processed within a preset time period, a fourth feedback signal is transmitted to the target first wireless power supply device, which is used to instruct the target first wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply.

4. The method according to claim 3, characterized in that, The method further includes: After the target first wireless power supply device is disconnected from power, the operating mode is switched to the sleep mode.

5. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, In the sleep mode and / or the standby mode, the communication device is powered by a capacitor inside the communication device.

6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, The method further includes: The capacitor is charged using the first power supply signal.

7. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, The method further includes: When the capacitor is in the sleep mode and its power consumption reaches a preset ratio, the system switches from the sleep mode to the standby mode and transmits a second detection signal. After receiving a fifth feedback signal transmitted by at least two second wireless power supply devices, a target second wireless power supply device is selected from the at least two second wireless power supply devices based on the fifth feedback signal, and a sixth feedback signal is transmitted to the target second wireless power supply device. The fifth feedback signal is transmitted by the second wireless power supply device after receiving the second detection signal. After receiving the second power supply signal transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device, the capacitor is charged using the second power supply signal, which is transmitted by the target second wireless power supply device after receiving the sixth feedback signal.

8. The method according to claim 7, characterized in that, The method further includes: When the capacitor reaches a preset charge level, a seventh feedback signal is transmitted to the target second wireless power supply device. The seventh feedback signal is used to instruct the target second wireless power supply device to disconnect the power supply.

9. The method according to claim 8, characterized in that, The method further includes: After the target second wireless power supply device is disconnected from power, the system switches from the standby mode to the sleep mode.

10. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first feedback signal includes the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, and the current load power of the first wireless power supply device; The calculation of the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device includes: Obtain the operating power and power loss of the communication device; The redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device is calculated based on the power threshold, the path loss power, the current load power, the operating power, and the power loss.

11. A wireless power supply device for a communication equipment, characterized in that, Applied to communication equipment, wherein the communication equipment is a passive communication device, the device includes: The first transmitting module is used to transmit a first detection signal after receiving an activation signal transmitted by the first device; The selection module is configured to, after receiving a first feedback signal transmitted by at least two first wireless power supply devices, select a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, and transmit a second feedback signal to the target first wireless power supply device, wherein the first feedback signal is transmitted by the first wireless power supply device after receiving the first detection signal; The power supply module is used to supply power to the communication device using the first power supply signal after receiving the first power supply signal transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device. The first power supply signal is transmitted by the target first wireless power supply device after receiving the second feedback signal. The device is further configured to select a target first wireless power supply device from the at least two first wireless power supply devices based on the first feedback signal, including: Calculate the redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device, and sort the at least two first wireless power supply devices according to the order in which the first feedback signals are received; Starting from the first wireless power supply device after sorting, the first wireless power supply device that meets the preset conditions is selected as the target wireless power supply device. The preset conditions include a redundancy coefficient greater than or equal to a preset threshold and the existence of an idle power supply antenna. Obtain the operating power and power loss of the communication device; The redundancy coefficient of the first wireless power supply device is calculated based on the power threshold of the first wireless power supply device, the path loss power of the first wireless power supply device, the current load power of the first wireless power supply device, the operating power of the communication device, and the power loss of the communication device.

12. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: One or more processors; and One or more computer-readable storage media on which instructions are stored; When the instructions are executed by the one or more processors, the processors perform the wireless power supply method for the communication device as described in any one of claims 1 to 10.

13. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, It stores a computer program that, when executed by a processor, causes the processor to perform a wireless power supply method for a communication device as described in any one of claims 1 to 10.

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