Photovoltaic powered eyeglass case and eyeglass assembly
By integrating a photovoltaic cell module and a power management module into the smart glasses case, the problem of insufficient battery life is solved by providing self-powered power for the smart glasses, and efficient battery life is achieved in indoor environments.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GUANGZHOU ZHUIGUANG TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing smart glasses have insufficient battery life, especially in extreme situations where they cannot be charged, causing them to malfunction.
The glasses case is powered by photovoltaic modules, and the photovoltaic cell module generates electricity in an indoor environment to charge the energy storage module. Combined with the power management module and the energy storage module, the battery life is extended.
It effectively extends the battery life of the glasses case, solves the problem of the smart glasses being unable to charge when the battery is dead in extreme situations, and meets the demand for efficient low-light power generation in commercial applications.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of smart wearable device technology, and in particular to a photovoltaic-powered glasses case and glasses assembly. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of technology, various smart products are widely used in our lives, especially smart glasses, which have gained popularity among consumers. As a wearable device, smart glasses combine the latest IT technology with the functions of traditional glasses, and are becoming increasingly popular due to their advantages such as portability, ease of use, and rich functionality.
[0003] Currently, smart glasses integrate more and more functions, resulting in higher power consumption. Furthermore, the small size of smart glasses necessitates a smaller battery, leading to lower battery capacity and insufficient battery life. Therefore, to extend battery life, existing smart glasses typically require a charging case containing a power battery, allowing the case to charge the smart glasses.
[0004] Currently, the batteries in smart glasses cases mainly use lithium batteries to charge the smart glasses. However, when people travel or cannot charge their glasses in time, the smart glasses may not work. Therefore, it is necessary to design a smart glasses case with a self-powered function to extend the battery life of the smart glasses case. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention provides a photovoltaic-powered glasses case and glasses assembly. The photovoltaic assembly charges the glasses case in real time, which effectively extends the battery life of the glasses case and solves the problem of the smart glasses being unable to be charged when the battery runs out of power in extreme circumstances.
[0006] A photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case, the eyeglass case comprising:
[0007] The box is used to hold the smart glasses;
[0008] The power supply management module includes an energy storage module, a power management module, and a photovoltaic cell module. The photovoltaic cell module is electrically connected to the power management module, and the energy storage module is electrically connected to the power management module. The energy storage module receives and stores the electrical energy from the photovoltaic cell module through the power management module.
[0009] The energy storage module and power management module are located inside the box, and the photovoltaic cell module is located on the outer surface of the box.
[0010] The photovoltaic cell module is selected from organic photovoltaic cells, perovskite photovoltaic cells, or photovoltaic cells containing perovskite-organic stacks.
[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the photovoltaic cell module is selected from organic photovoltaic cells.
[0012] Furthermore, the organic photovoltaic cell comprises n organic photovoltaic cell units, where n is greater than or equal to 1.
[0013] In an optional embodiment, n is greater than or equal to 2, and the n organic photovoltaic cell units are electrically connected in series.
[0014] Furthermore, the organic photovoltaic cell units are connected in series through an insulating channel P1, a connecting channel P2, and a disconnecting channel P3.
[0015] Furthermore, the organic photovoltaic cell unit includes an anode layer, an anode buffer layer, a photoactive layer, a cathode buffer layer, and a cathode layer stacked thereon.
[0016] In an optional embodiment, the organic photovoltaic cell is a rigid organic photovoltaic cell.
[0017] In another alternative embodiment, the organic photovoltaic cell is a flexible organic photovoltaic cell.
[0018] In an alternative embodiment, the photovoltaic-powered glasses case further includes a protective film, with the photovoltaic cell module located within the space enclosed by the protective film and the case body.
[0019] In an alternative embodiment, the power management module includes a power management chip.
[0020] In an optional embodiment, the energy storage module may be selected from supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, lithium iron phosphate batteries, etc.
[0021] In an optional embodiment, the housing includes a lower cover and an upper cover rotatably connected to the lower cover, the energy storage module and the power management module are located inside the housing of the lower cover, and the photovoltaic cell module is located on the outer surface of the upper cover and / or the lower cover.
[0022] In a preferred embodiment, the photovoltaic cell module is located on the outer surface of the upper cover.
[0023] Furthermore, the upper cover further includes a protective film, and the photovoltaic cell module is located within the space enclosed by the protective film and the upper cover.
[0024] Furthermore, the glasses case also includes a charging interface connected to the energy storage module. The charging interface is located on the outer surface of the case, and an external power source can charge the energy storage module through the charging interface.
[0025] Furthermore, the lower cover body is provided with a receiving cavity for accommodating the smart glasses, and the receiving cavity is provided with a power supply terminal, which is electrically connected to the power management module. When the smart glasses are placed in the receiving cavity, the power supply terminal charges the smart glasses.
[0026] Furthermore, the energy storage module and the power management module are located within the space enclosed by the accommodating cavity and the lower cover.
[0027] In an optional embodiment, the power supply terminal includes a magnetic base and a power supply pin. The magnetic base is fixedly installed on the accommodating cavity, and the power supply pin is inserted into the magnetic base. The bottom end of the power supply pin is electrically connected to the power management module.
[0028] The number of power supply terminals can be set according to the number of charging terminals of the smart glasses.
[0029] Furthermore, the photovoltaic-powered glasses case also includes a charging indicator light, which is located on the outer surface of the case and electrically connected to the power management module. The charging indicator light is used to detect the charging status of the glasses case.
[0030] This application further relates to an eyeglass assembly comprising a photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case and smart glasses as described above; the smart glasses include a housing having a receiving space and a charging terminal connected to the receiving space; a rechargeable battery electrically connected to the charging terminal is disposed within the receiving space, and the photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case charges the rechargeable battery through the charging terminal.
[0031] Furthermore, the charging terminal includes a magnetic base and a charging pin. The magnetic base is fixedly installed on the smart glasses housing, and the charging pin is inserted into the magnetic base. The bottom end of the charging pin is electrically connected to the rechargeable battery.
[0032] Its working principle is as follows: when the smart glasses are placed in the cavity of the photovoltaic-powered glasses case, the power supply terminal in the cavity contacts the charging terminal of the smart glasses to form a circuit, thereby charging the smart glasses.
[0033] Beneficial effects:
[0034] According to the photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case described in this application, the photovoltaic module is selected from organic photovoltaic cells, perovskite photovoltaic cells, or photovoltaic cells containing perovskite-organic layers. Its advantages are: eyeglass cases are generally placed indoors, and the organic photovoltaic cells, perovskite photovoltaic cells, or photovoltaic cells containing perovskite-organic layers exhibit high efficiency in low-light power generation compared to traditional photovoltaic technologies such as crystalline silicon in indoor environments. Currently, the photoelectric conversion efficiency of organic photovoltaic cells or perovskite photovoltaic cells under indoor light conditions has exceeded 30%, meeting the needs of commercial applications. In particular, organic photovoltaic cells have adjustable spectra, are non-toxic, and have stable devices, making them more suitable for powering eyeglass cases.
[0035] This application utilizes specific photovoltaic cells to power the glasses case, which not only effectively extends the battery life of the glasses case but also solves the problem of the smart glasses being unable to be charged when the battery case runs out of power in extreme cases. Attached Figure Description
[0036] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0037] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the eyeglass case in its closed state.
[0038] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the working principle of the eyeglass case of this utility model.
[0039] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the organic photovoltaic cell structure of this utility model.
[0040] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the eyeglasses assembly of this utility model.
[0041] Wherein: 1-box body, 1a-upper cover body, 1b-lower cover body, 2-photovoltaic cell module, 3-power management module, 4-energy storage module, 5-power supply terminal, 6-smart glasses, 10-organic photovoltaic cell unit, 101-substrate, 102-first electrode layer, 103-functional layer, 104-second electrode layer, 105-upper encapsulation layer, 106-adhesive layer, 107-electrode extraction part, P1-insulating channel, P2-connecting channel, P3-disconnecting channel. Detailed Implementation
[0042] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0043] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0044] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the present invention relates to a photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case, the eyeglass case comprising:
[0045] Box 1, used to hold the smart glasses;
[0046] The power supply management module includes an energy storage module 4, a power management module 3, and a photovoltaic cell module 2. The photovoltaic cell module 2 is electrically connected to the power management module 3, and the energy storage module 4 is electrically connected to the power management module 3. The energy storage module 4 receives and stores the electrical energy from the photovoltaic cell module 2 through the power management module 3.
[0047] The energy storage module 4 and the power management module 3 are located inside the housing 1, and the photovoltaic cell module 4 is located on the outer surface of the housing 1.
[0048] The photovoltaic cell module 2 is selected from organic photovoltaic cells, perovskite photovoltaic cells, or photovoltaic cells containing perovskite-organic stacks.
[0049] like Figure 3 As shown, the photovoltaic cell module 2 described in this application is selected from organic photovoltaic cells, which contain n organic photovoltaic cell units 10, where n is greater than or equal to 1.
[0050] In an optional embodiment, n is greater than or equal to 2, and the n organic photovoltaic cell units 10 are electrically connected in series.
[0051] Furthermore, the n organic photovoltaic cell units 10 are connected in series through an insulating channel P1, a connecting channel P2, and a disconnecting channel P3.
[0052] Furthermore, the organic photovoltaic cell unit 10 includes a substrate 101, a first electrode layer 102, a functional layer 103, and a second electrode layer 104 stacked thereon.
[0053] Specifically, the n organic photovoltaic cell units 10 are connected in series as follows:
[0054] N-1 insulating channels P1 are formed on the first electrode layer 102 near the substrate 101, and the insulating channels P1 cut through the first electrode layer 102. A functional layer 103 is formed on the first electrode layer 102 and the insulating channels P1. N-1 connecting channels P2 are formed on the functional layer 103, and the connecting channels P2 are located on one side of the insulating channels P1. The connecting channels P2 cut through the functional layer 103, so that the connecting channels P2 are located on the first electrode layer 102. When the organic photovoltaic cell unit 10 includes other functional layers, the connecting channels P2 also need to cut through the other functional layers. A second electrode layer 104 is prepared on the upper part of the electrode layer, the material of which covers the functional layer 103 and fills the connecting channel P2. N-1 isolation channels P3 are provided on the second electrode layer 104, each of the isolation channels P3 being located on the same side as and close to the corresponding connecting channel P2. The isolation channel P3 at least cuts through the second electrode layer 104. The isolation channel P3 can further cut through the functional layer 103, but cannot cut through the first electrode layer 201. The organic photovoltaic cell unit forms a photovoltaic cell module 2 with n organic solar cell units connected in series under the combined action of the N-1 insulating channels P1, connecting channels P2 and isolation channels P3.
[0055] In a preferred embodiment, n≥3; preferably, n≥4; preferably, n≥5; preferably, n≥6; preferably, n≥7; preferably, n≥8; the number of organic photovoltaic cell units 10 in the photovoltaic cell module 2 can be specifically selected according to the performance requirements of the product application.
[0056] In one embodiment, the functional layer 103 includes an anode buffer layer, a photoactive layer, and a cathode buffer layer stacked thereon.
[0057] In one embodiment, the first electrode layer 102 is an anode layer, the second electrode layer 104 is a cathode layer, and the organic photovoltaic cell unit 10 includes a substrate 101, an anode layer 102, an anode buffer layer, a photoactive layer, a cathode buffer layer, and a cathode layer 104 stacked thereon.
[0058] In one embodiment, the first electrode layer 102 is a cathode layer, the second electrode layer 104 is an anode layer, and the organic photovoltaic cell unit 10 includes a substrate 101, a cathode layer 102, a cathode buffer layer, a photoactive layer, an anode buffer layer, and an anode layer 104 stacked thereon.
[0059] Furthermore, the organic photovoltaic cell also includes an electrode extraction portion 107. Preferably, the electrode extraction portion 107 is located on the substrate 101 and is integrally formed with the second electrode layer 104.
[0060] Furthermore, the organic photovoltaic cell also includes an adhesive layer 106 and an upper encapsulation layer 105.
[0061] The adhesive layer 106 is located between the upper encapsulation layer 106 and the substrate 101, and the n organic photovoltaic cells 10 are encapsulated through the adhesive layer 106, the upper encapsulation layer 106 and the substrate 101.
[0062] In an optional embodiment, the organic photovoltaic cell is a rigid organic photovoltaic cell. At least one of the substrate 101 and the upper encapsulation layer 106 is selected from glass.
[0063] In an alternative embodiment, both the substrate 101 and the upper encapsulation layer 106 are selected from glass.
[0064] In another optional embodiment, the organic photovoltaic cell is a flexible organic photovoltaic cell. The substrate 101 and the upper encapsulation layer 106 are selected from, but are not limited to, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene naphthalate (PEN), polyetheretherketone (PEEK), polyimide (PI), polyacrylate (PA), polycarbonate (PC), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU).
[0065] In an optional embodiment, the photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case further includes a protective film, with the photovoltaic cell module 2 located within the space enclosed by the protective film and the case body 1. The protective film serves to protect the photovoltaic cell module, preventing damage from external forces and extending its lifespan.
[0066] Furthermore, the protective film is selected from transparent protective films.
[0067] More preferably, the protective film is selected from transparent protective films with UV protection function.
[0068] like Figure 2 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the power management module 3 includes a power management chip.
[0069] In an optional embodiment, the energy storage module 4 may be selected from supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, lithium iron phosphate batteries, etc.
[0070] like Figure 2 In one optional embodiment, the housing 1 includes a lower cover 1b and an upper cover 1a rotatably connected to the lower cover 1b. The energy storage module 4 and the power management module 3 are located inside the housing of the lower cover 1b, and the photovoltaic cell module 2 is located on the outer surface of the upper cover 1a and / or the lower cover 1b.
[0071] In a preferred embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the photovoltaic cell module 2 is located on the outer surface of the upper cover 1a.
[0072] Furthermore, the upper cover 1a further includes a protective film, and the photovoltaic cell module is located within the space enclosed by the protective film and the upper cover 1a.
[0073] In one embodiment, the glasses case 1 further includes a charging interface connected to the energy storage module 4. The charging interface is located on the outer surface of the case body, and an external power source can charge the energy storage module through the charging interface.
[0074] like Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the lower cover 1b has a receiving cavity for accommodating the smart glasses 6. A power supply terminal 5 is provided within the receiving cavity and is electrically connected to the power management module 3. When the smart glasses 6 are placed in the receiving cavity, the power supply terminal 5 charges the smart glasses 6.
[0075] Furthermore, the energy storage module 4 and the power management module 3 are located within the space enclosed by the accommodating cavity and the lower cover 1b.
[0076] In an optional embodiment, the power supply terminal 5 includes a magnetic base and a power supply pin. The magnetic base is fixedly installed on the accommodating cavity, and the power supply pin is inserted into the magnetic base. The bottom end of the power supply pin is electrically connected to the power management module.
[0077] The number of power supply terminals can be set according to the number of charging terminals of the smart glasses.
[0078] like Figure 4 As shown, there are 2 power supply terminals 5.
[0079] Furthermore, the photovoltaic-powered glasses case also includes a charging indicator light, which is located on the outer surface of the case and electrically connected to the power management module. The charging indicator light is used to detect the charging status of the glasses case.
[0080] like Figure 4As shown, this application further relates to an eyeglass assembly, comprising a photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case and smart glasses 6 as described above; the smart glasses 6 includes a housing, the housing having a receiving space and a charging terminal connected to the receiving space; a rechargeable battery electrically connected to the charging terminal is disposed in the receiving space, and the photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case charges the rechargeable battery through the charging terminal.
[0081] Furthermore, the charging terminal includes a magnetic base and a charging pin. The magnetic base is fixedly installed on the smart glasses housing, and the charging pin is inserted into the magnetic base. The bottom end of the charging pin is electrically connected to the rechargeable battery.
[0082] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.
[0083] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case, characterized in that: The eyeglass case includes: Box (1), used to hold smart glasses; The power supply management module includes an energy storage module (4), a power management module (3), and a photovoltaic cell module (2). The photovoltaic cell module (2) is electrically connected to the power management module (3), and the energy storage module (4) is electrically connected to the power management module (3). The energy storage module (4) receives and stores the electrical energy from the photovoltaic cell module (2) through the power management module (3). The energy storage module (4) and the power management module (3) are located inside the box (1), and the photovoltaic cell module (2) is located on the outer surface of the box (1); The photovoltaic cell module (2) is selected from organic photovoltaic cells, perovskite photovoltaic cells, or photovoltaic cells containing perovskite-organic stacks.
2. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The photovoltaic cell module (2) is selected from organic photovoltaic cells.
3. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to claim 2, characterized in that: The organic photovoltaic cell comprises n organic photovoltaic cell units (10), where n is greater than or equal to 2, and the n organic photovoltaic cell units (10) are electrically connected in series.
4. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to claim 3, characterized in that: The organic photovoltaic cell unit (10) includes a substrate (101), a first electrode layer (102), a functional layer (103), and a second electrode layer (104) stacked thereon. The organic photovoltaic cell further includes an electrode extraction portion (107), which is located on the substrate (101) and integrally formed with the second electrode layer (104).
5. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The power management module (3) includes a power management chip.
6. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The energy storage module (4) is selected from supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, or lithium iron phosphate batteries.
7. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The box body (1) includes a lower cover (1b) and an upper cover (1a) rotatably connected to the lower cover (1b). The energy storage module (4) and the power management module (3) are located inside the box body of the lower cover (1b). The photovoltaic cell module (2) is located on the outer surface of the upper cover (1a) and / or the lower cover (1b).
8. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to claim 7, characterized in that: The photovoltaic cell module (2) is located on the outer surface of the upper cover (1a), the upper cover (1a) further includes a protective film, and the photovoltaic cell module (2) is located in the space enclosed by the protective film and the upper cover (1a).
9. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The lower cover (1b) is provided with a cavity for accommodating smart glasses. The cavity is provided with a power supply terminal (5), which is electrically connected to the power management module (3).
10. The photovoltaic-powered eyeglass case according to claim 9, characterized in that: The power supply terminal (5) includes a magnetic base and a power supply pin. The magnetic base is fixedly installed on the accommodating cavity, and the power supply pin is inserted into the magnetic base. The bottom end of the power supply pin is electrically connected to the power management module (3).
11. A glasses assembly, characterized in that: The invention comprises a photovoltaic-powered glasses case and smart glasses (6) as described in any one of claims 1-10; the smart glasses (6) comprises a housing having a receiving space and a charging terminal connected to the receiving space; a rechargeable battery electrically connected to the charging terminal is disposed in the receiving space, and the photovoltaic-powered glasses case charges the rechargeable battery through the charging terminal.