Wireless charging device and vehicle

Abstract

The embodiment of the application provides a wireless charging device and a vehicle, relates to the technical field of wireless charging equipment, and the placement surface of the charging seat comprises a first charging area and a second charging area, a partition is arranged between the first charging area and the second charging area and penetrates the placement surface of the charging seat, a driving mechanism drives the partition to reciprocate along a first direction relative to the placement surface between a first position and a second position, when the partition moves to the first position away from the placement surface, the partition is used for separating the first charging area and the second charging area, when the partition moves to the second position towards the placement surface, the partition is used for removing the isolation state between the first charging area and the second charging area, and the first charging area and the second charging area jointly form a third charging area. The wireless charging device provided by the application is better adapted to electronic equipment of different sizes, and the practicability of the wireless charging device is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of wireless charging equipment, and particularly to a wireless charging device and vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] To facilitate charging mobile phones while driving, wireless charging devices can be installed in vehicles to charge wirelessly-enabled electronic devices, such as candybar phones or foldable phones. The wireless charging device can include a charging dock with at least two charging zones to wirelessly charge multiple electronic devices.

[0003] However, the wireless charging devices in the aforementioned related technologies have poor compatibility with electronic devices of different sizes, which affects the practicality of the wireless charging devices. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a wireless charging device and a vehicle, which can increase the adaptability of the wireless charging device to electronic devices of different sizes and improve the practicality of the wireless charging device.

[0005] A first aspect of this application provides a wireless charging device, comprising:

[0006] A charging stand has a placement surface, the placement surface including a first charging area and a second charging area;

[0007] A separator is disposed between the first charging area and the second charging area, and passes through the placement surface of the charging base;

[0008] A drive mechanism drives the separator to reciprocate relative to the placement surface at a first position and a second position along a first direction;

[0009] When the separator moves away from the placement surface to the first position, the separator is used to separate the first charging area and the second charging area;

[0010] When the separator moves toward the placement surface to the second position, the separator is used to release the isolation between the first charging area and the second charging area, and to make the first charging area and the second charging area together form a third charging area.

[0011] This application provides a wireless charging device. The charging base of the wireless charging device includes at least a first charging area and a second charging area. Both charging areas can be used to charge electronic devices, thereby enabling the charging of two electronic devices at a time. This increases the number of electronic devices that the wireless charging device can charge at one time and improves the practicality of the wireless charging device.

[0012] By setting a separator between the first charging area and the second charging area, and using a drive mechanism to drive the separator to reciprocate upward and downward along a first direction, it is possible to separate the first charging area and the second charging area when the separator moves to the first position. This can limit the movement of electronic devices in the first charging area and the second charging area, reduce the amplitude of shaking of electronic devices during charging, prevent electronic devices in the first charging area from shaking into the second charging area under the action of external force, and also prevent electronic devices in the second charging area from shaking into the first charging area under the action of external force, thereby improving the stability of electronic devices when they are placed in the first charging area and / or the second charging area for charging.

[0013] This design also allows the separator to move to the second position, releasing its separation between the first and second charging areas and connecting them to form a third charging area. The size of the third charging area is the sum of the sizes of the first and second charging areas. When an electronic device larger than the first or second charging area is placed on the charging base, the separator descends and releases its separation, allowing the device to be placed directly within the third charging area. This prevents the separator from lifting the device and ensures a closer fit between the device and the surfaces in the first and second charging areas, maximizing charging efficiency. Therefore, the third charging area enables wireless charging for larger electronic devices, improving the device's adaptability to different sizes and enhancing its practicality.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the drive mechanism includes:

[0015] Drive components;

[0016] The transmission component is connected at one end to the driving component and at the other end to the partition component. Under the drive of the driving component, the transmission component drives the partition component to reciprocate at a first position and a second position.

[0017] In this way, by setting the drive mechanism as a drive component and a transmission component, the structure of the drive mechanism can be simplified, the assembly efficiency of the drive mechanism can be improved, and the manufacturing cost of the drive mechanism can be reduced. This, in turn, can improve the assembly efficiency of the wireless charging device and reduce the manufacturing cost of the wireless charging device.

[0018] Furthermore, by setting the driving component as a drive motor, the drive mechanism can be automated, improving the efficiency of the driving process, reducing physical exertion, and enhancing the automation and practicality of the wireless charging device.

[0019] One possible implementation also includes:

[0020] The first control unit is electrically connected at one end to the drive mechanism;

[0021] The first switch is electrically connected to the first control unit. The first control unit controls the drive mechanism to move the separator according to the on / off state of the first switch.

[0022] In this way, by setting up a first control unit and a first switch to control the working state of the drive mechanism, the lifting and lowering operation of the partition can be controlled according to the user's wishes. The user can send a signal to the first control unit by operating the first switch, thereby controlling the drive mechanism to move the partition and adjusting its state at any time. This allows for flexible adjustment of the charging area to accommodate mobile phones of different sizes and usage conditions, providing a more convenient operating method. Simultaneously, the centralized management by the first control unit enhances the intelligence of the wireless charging device, facilitating integration and linkage with other vehicle systems and improving the user experience.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the first switch is an inductive switch, which sends a signal to the first control unit when an electronic device is detected, so that the control unit controls the drive mechanism to drive the separator to descend and move to the second position.

[0024] In this way, the first switch is set as a sensor switch. When an electronic device is detected nearby, the divider automatically descends to the second position, facilitating operations such as unfolding the foldable phone. This design achieves intelligent sensor control, eliminating the need for manual operation of the switch. When the user places the phone in the charging area, the device can automatically recognize it and react accordingly, improving ease of use and intelligence. This is especially beneficial for users who frequently use foldable phones, reducing operational steps, enhancing the charging experience, and preventing the phone from being unstable due to forgetting to adjust the divider.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the driving mechanism is a bouncer;

[0026] Along the first direction, the rebounder is disposed on the side of the separator facing away from the placement surface, the rebounder abuts against the separator, and the rebounder is used to drive the separator to move to the first position.

[0027] In this way, a rebound mechanism is used as the driving mechanism. Utilizing the rebound mechanism's elastic properties, it is positioned along the side of the separator facing away from the placement surface. By abutting against the separator, it drives it to move to the first position. The rebound mechanism has a simple structure, low cost, and high reliability, enabling the separator to quickly return to the first position without a complex power source. When it is necessary to separate the charging area, the rebound mechanism can automatically spring up the separator, simplifying operation, improving the practicality and economy of the device, and also reducing the risk of the separator failing to rise or fall normally due to power source failure.

[0028] In one possible implementation, when the separator is moved to the first position, the distance between the separator and the placement surface is greater than 3 mm and less than or equal to 10 mm.

[0029] By limiting the distance between the separator and the placement surface in the first position—specifically, a distance greater than 3mm and less than or equal to 10mm—the separator has sufficient height in its raised state to effectively separate the first and second charging areas, providing a good blocking and limiting effect. If the distance is too small, it may not effectively prevent phone movement and fail to provide separation. Conversely, if the distance is too large, it may affect the normal placement and charging of the phone, or even prevent the phone from fully contacting the charging area. This distance range is rationally designed to balance the separation effect with the convenience of phone placement, ensuring the stability of the phone during charging.

[0030] In one possible implementation, when the separator is moved to the second position, the distance between the separator and the placement surface is less than or equal to 3 mm.

[0031] This ensures that the distance between the separator and the placement surface in the second position is less than or equal to 3mm. This minimizes the impact of the separator on the flatness of the placement surface when lowered, guaranteeing that the unfolded foldable phone can be placed flat in the third charging area, preventing the phone from shaking or tilting due to the separator's protrusion. When the separator is lowered below this distance, the flatness of the charging area is guaranteed, providing a stable placement platform for larger devices such as foldable phones. This ensures good contact under various operating conditions during vehicle movement, achieving stable wireless charging and effectively solving the problem of unstable placement of unfolded foldable phones in existing technologies.

[0032] One possible implementation also includes:

[0033] A first charging module is disposed in the first charging area;

[0034] The second charging module is disposed in the second charging area, and both the first charging module and the second charging module are disposed on the side of the charging stand facing away from the placement surface.

[0035] In this way, by positioning the first charging module and the second charging module below the placement surfaces of the first charging area and the second charging area, respectively, two devices can be wirelessly charged simultaneously, improving charging efficiency and the practicality of the device.

[0036] Users can charge two mobile phones or other electronic devices simultaneously without waiting, meeting the charging needs of multiple devices. Moreover, placing the two charging modules on the side of the charging stand facing away from the surface does not affect the flatness and aesthetics of the surface, while ensuring the stability and reliability of charging, and also facilitates heat dissipation and protection for the charging modules.

[0037] One possible implementation also includes:

[0038] A second switch is disposed on the separator, and the second switch is triggered when the separator moves to the second position;

[0039] The second control unit is electrically connected to the second switch and to the first charging module and the second charging module. The second control unit is used to control the first charging module or the second charging module to disconnect from the power supply when the second switch is triggered.

[0040] By installing a second switch on the separator and connecting it to a second control unit, the second switch is triggered when the separator moves to the second position. The second control unit then disconnects either the first or second charging module from the power supply. This automatically cuts off the power to the corresponding charging module when the separator lowers and the first and second charging areas merge, preventing wasted power. When separate charging of the first and second charging areas is not required, the power can be cut off promptly, reducing energy waste, improving the energy efficiency of the device, extending the lifespan of both the first and second charging modules, and reducing operating costs.

[0041] In one possible implementation, a buffer layer is also included, which covers the placement surface.

[0042] By covering the placement surface with a buffer layer, the charging dock can cushion the mobile phones and other devices placed on it, reducing damage caused by vibrations or collisions during vehicle movement. It also increases the friction of the placement surface, preventing the devices from sliding. The buffer layer effectively improves the reliability of the charging dock and its protective performance for electronic devices, reducing the risk of damage from accidental collisions or vibrations and enhancing the user experience. This effect is especially pronounced during vehicle movement, where road conditions are complex and changeable, providing a relatively stable placement environment for mobile phones and other electronic devices.

[0043] In one possible implementation, the charging dock has a through hole, the separator is disposed in the through hole, and moves up and down relative to the through hole in a first direction;

[0044] The wireless charging device further includes an annular decorative element, which is disposed within the through hole and surrounds the outer periphery of the separator. The outer side wall of the annular decorative element is connected to the inner side wall of the through hole. The annular decorative element is used to press the portion of the buffer layer near the edge of the through hole onto the placement surface of the charging base.

[0045] In this way, the edges of the through-holes are decorated on the one hand, and the fixation and sealing of the buffer layer are ensured on the other. The use of the ring-shaped decorative piece not only enhances the overall aesthetics of the wireless charging device and hides the internal structure and the rough edges of the through-holes, but also enhances the stability of the buffer layer, preventing it from shifting or falling off during use, ensuring the flatness of the placement surface and the durability of the buffering performance, and further improving the quality and performance of the wireless charging device.

[0046] In one possible implementation, the annular decorative element has a first flange on its outer peripheral side facing one end of the buffer layer, the first flange being used to press the portion of the buffer layer near the edge of the through hole onto the placement surface of the charging base.

[0047] The pressing action of the first flange increases the fixing strength between the buffer layer and the charging base, ensuring that the buffer layer can maintain a good condition during long-term use. This provides stable cushioning and anti-slip effect for electronic devices placed on it, while also facilitating the installation and replacement of the buffer layer and improving the maintenance convenience of the wireless charging device.

[0048] In one possible implementation, a first limiting structure is further included, which is disposed on the outer periphery of the annular decorative element and is used to restrict the annular decorative element from dislodging from the through hole.

[0049] The first limiting structure can effectively prevent the ring-shaped decorative piece from detaching from the through hole due to vibration or other external forces during vehicle operation. This avoids problems such as uneven placement surface and lifting of the buffer layer caused by loose decorative pieces, ensuring the structural stability and reliability of the entire wireless charging device and extending its service life.

[0050] In one possible implementation, a second limiting structure is also included, disposed on the outer periphery of the end of the separator near the drive mechanism;

[0051] The annular decorative piece has an abutment portion on its inner sidewall facing the separator. When the separator moves to the first position, the second limiting structure abuts against the abutment portion.

[0052] An abutment portion is provided on the inner side wall of the ring-shaped decorative piece facing the partition. When the partition moves to the first position, the second limiting structure abuts against the abutment portion, which can limit the continued rise of the partition and ensure that the partition remains in the appropriate position when it is raised.

[0053] A second aspect of this application provides a vehicle that includes the wireless charging device described above.

[0054] Applying the aforementioned wireless charging device to vehicles can effectively solve the problem of placement stability of electronic devices such as foldable mobile phones during wireless charging, improve the convenience and practicality of vehicles, and provide a more comfortable and convenient user experience for drivers and passengers.

[0055] With the increasing popularity of large electronic devices such as foldable phones, installing wireless charging devices with adjustable dividers in vehicles can meet the needs of different users, avoid the risk of phones falling and being damaged while the vehicle is in motion, improve driving safety and comfort, and also reflect the vehicle's humanized design and technological feel, thus enhancing the vehicle's market competitiveness. Attached Figure Description

[0056] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless charging device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0057] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view at point AA;

[0058] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the local structure at point B.

[0059] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0060] 10 - Wireless charging device;

[0061] 100-charging dock;

[0062] 110 - First charging area; 120 - Second charging area; 130 - Placement surface; 140 - Through hole; 150 - Third charging area;

[0063] 200 - Separator;

[0064] 210 - Second limiting structure; 220 - First position; 230 - Second position;

[0065] 300-Drive mechanism;

[0066] 400 - First charging module;

[0067] 500 - Second charging module;

[0068] 600-Buffer Layer;

[0069] 700 - Circular decorative piece;

[0070] 710 - First flange; 720 - First limiting structure; 730 - Abutting part. Detailed Implementation

[0071] As described in the background section, existing wireless charging devices have poor compatibility with electronic devices of different sizes, which affects their practicality.

[0072] The reason for this problem is that existing wireless charging devices can have at least two charging areas to charge multiple electronic devices. Taking a wireless charging device with two charging areas as an example, the wireless charging device can have a recessed area with a separator within the recessed area. The separator protrudes relative to the placement surfaces of the two charging areas to divide the recessed area into two charging areas. To avoid excessive shaking of the electronic devices within the charging areas and considering the space occupied by the wireless charging device in the vehicle, the size of the two charging areas is only larger than the size of the electronic devices, in order to reduce the shaking of the electronic devices within the charging areas and improve the stability of the charging process.

[0073] If the electronic device is a candybar phone, the size of the existing single charging area is only larger than the size of a candybar phone. On this basis, if the electronic device is a larger foldable phone, the size of the foldable phone when unfolded can be twice the size of a candybar phone, which means that the unfolded foldable phone cannot be directly placed in a charging area.

[0074] Furthermore, due to the raised separator between the two charging areas, when a foldable phone in its unfolded state is placed on both charging areas at the same time, the separator causes part of the foldable phone's structure to be suspended in the air. The foldable phone is prone to shaking when placed on the two charging areas, and the suspended state also prevents the charging areas from contacting the foldable phone's modules, thus preventing the foldable phone from being charged.

[0075] In summary, existing wireless charging devices have poor compatibility with electronic devices of different sizes, which affects their practicality.

[0076] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a wireless charging device and a vehicle. The charging base of the wireless charging device includes at least a first charging area and a second charging area, both of which can be used to charge electronic devices, thereby enabling the charging of two electronic devices at once. This increases the number of electronic devices that the wireless charging device can charge at one time and improves the practicality of the wireless charging device.

[0077] By setting a separator between the first charging area and the second charging area, and using a drive mechanism to drive the separator to reciprocate upward and downward along a first direction, it is possible to separate the first charging area and the second charging area when the separator moves to the first position. This can limit the movement of electronic devices in the first charging area and the second charging area, reduce the amplitude of shaking of electronic devices during charging, prevent electronic devices in the first charging area from shaking into the second charging area under the action of external force, and also prevent electronic devices in the second charging area from shaking into the first charging area under the action of external force, thereby improving the stability of electronic devices when they are placed in the first charging area and / or the second charging area for charging.

[0078] This design also allows the separator to move to the second position, releasing its separation between the first and second charging areas and connecting them to form a third charging area. The size of the third charging area is the sum of the sizes of the first and second charging areas. When an electronic device larger than the first or second charging area is placed on the charging base, the separator descends and releases its separation, allowing the device to be placed directly within the third charging area. This prevents the separator from lifting the device and ensures a closer fit between the device and the surfaces in the first and second charging areas, maximizing charging efficiency. Therefore, the third charging area enables wireless charging for larger electronic devices, improving the device's adaptability to different sizes and enhancing its practicality.

[0079] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of the embodiments of this application more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are merely some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0080] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 This application provides a wireless charging device 10, which may include a charging base 100, a separator 200, and a driving mechanism 300.

[0081] The charging dock 100 may have a placement surface 130 for placing electronic devices, and the placement surface 130 may be divided into a first charging area 110 and a second charging area 120. Each charging area can be used to place and charge an electronic device. In some examples, the electronic device may be a mobile phone; the following explanation uses a mobile phone as the electronic device.

[0082] The charging base 100 of the wireless charging device 10 includes at least a first charging area 110 and a second charging area 120. Both charging areas can be used to charge electronic devices, thereby enabling the charging of two electronic devices at a time. This increases the number of electronic devices that the wireless charging device 10 can charge at one time and improves the practicality of the wireless charging device 10.

[0083] In some embodiments, a protective sidewall may be provided on the outer periphery of the charging base 100. The protective sidewall can be used to prevent electronic devices in the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120 from falling off the charging base 100 due to excessive shaking, thereby improving the stability of the electronic devices during the charging process.

[0084] The separator 200 can be disposed between the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120, and passes through the placement surface 130 of the charging base 100. The drive mechanism 300 can drive the separator 200 relative to the placement surface 130 along a first direction (e.g., Figure 2 The separator 200 moves reciprocally between the first position 220 and the second position 230 in the Z-direction. The first direction can be vertical, and the drive mechanism 300 can drive the separator 200 to rise or fall along the first direction.

[0085] Driven by the drive mechanism 300, when the separator 200 rises away from the placement surface 130 and moves to the first position 220, the separator 200 is used to separate the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120. This can limit the electronic devices in the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120, reduce the amplitude of shaking of the electronic devices during charging, prevent the electronic devices in the first charging area 110 from shaking into the second charging area 120 under the action of external force, and also prevent the electronic devices in the second charging area 120 from shaking into the first charging area under the action of external force, thereby improving the stability of the electronic devices when they are placed in the first charging area 110 and / or the second charging area 120 for charging.

[0086] Driven by the drive mechanism 300, when the separator 200 descends along the first direction toward the placement surface 130 and moves to the second position 230, the separator 200 is used to release the isolation state between the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120, and make the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120 together form the third charging area 150.

[0087] When the separator 200 moves to the second position 230, it releases the separation between the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120, allowing them to connect and jointly form a third charging area 150. The size of the third charging area 150 is the sum of the sizes of the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120. When an electronic device larger than the first charging area 110 or the second charging area 120 is placed on the charging base 100, the separator 200 descends and releases the separation between the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120, allowing the electronic device to be placed directly within the third charging area 150 formed by the first and second charging areas 110 and 120. This prevents the separator 200 from lifting the electronic device, ensuring a closer fit between the electronic device and the placement surface 130 in the first and second charging areas 110 and guaranteeing effective charging. Therefore, the third charging zone 150 can wirelessly charge larger electronic devices, enabling the wireless charging device 10 to wirelessly charge larger electronic devices, thus improving the adaptability of the wireless charging device 10 to electronic devices of different sizes and enhancing the practicality of the wireless charging device 10.

[0088] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the drive mechanism 300 is a bouncer. Along the first direction, the bouncer is disposed on the side of the separator 200 facing away from the placement surface 130, and the bouncer abuts against the separator 200. The bouncer is used to drive the separator 200 to move to the first position 220.

[0089] Thus, a rebound mechanism 300 is used as the driving mechanism. Utilizing the rebound mechanism's elastic properties, it is positioned along the side of the separator 200 facing away from the placement surface 130. By abutting against the separator 200, it drives it to move to the first position 220. The rebound mechanism has a simple structure, low cost, and high reliability, enabling the separator 200 to quickly rise to the first position 220 without the need for a complex power source. When it is necessary to separate the charging area, the rebound mechanism can automatically spring up the separator 200, simplifying operation, improving the practicality and economy of the device, and also reducing the risk of the separator 200 failing to rise or fall normally due to power source failure.

[0090] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the drive mechanism 300 may include a drive member (not shown) and a transmission member (not shown). One end of the transmission member is connected to the drive member, and the other end is connected to the separator 200. Driven by the drive member, the transmission member drives the separator 200 to reciprocate along a first direction at a first position 220 and a second position 230.

[0091] In some embodiments, the driving element can be a drive motor. In this way, by setting the drive mechanism 300 as both a driving element and a transmission element, the structure of the drive mechanism 300 can be simplified, the assembly efficiency of the drive mechanism 300 can be improved, and the manufacturing cost of the drive mechanism 300 can be reduced, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the wireless charging device 10 and reducing the manufacturing cost of the wireless charging device 10.

[0092] Furthermore, by setting the driving component as a drive motor, the drive mechanism 300 can be automatically driven, improving the efficiency of the driving process, reducing physical exertion, and enhancing the automation and practicality of the wireless charging device 10.

[0093] In a specific implementation, the transmission component can be a lead screw, the driving component can be a drive motor, the drive motor has a gear that meshes with the lead screw, and the other end of the lead screw is connected to the separator 200. Under the drive of the drive motor and the gear, the lead screw drives the separator 200 to move up and down in the first direction.

[0094] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the wireless charging device 10 further includes a first control unit (not shown) and a first switch (not shown). One end of the first control unit is electrically connected to the drive mechanism 300. The first control unit can control the working state of the drive mechanism 300. For example, the first control unit can control the drive mechanism 300 to start working, or the first control unit can control the drive mechanism 300 to stop working.

[0095] The first switch is electrically connected to the first control unit. The first control unit controls the drive mechanism 300 to move the separator 200 according to the on / off state of the first switch.

[0096] In some embodiments, the first switch can be a physical switch, such as a push-button switch or a touch switch. The first switch can be located on the placement surface 130 of the charging dock 100, or it can be located in other positions on the vehicle body. The first switch can also be a virtual switch, such as a switch on the interface of the vehicle's touch screen, which can send electrical signals to the control unit through the vehicle's infotainment system.

[0097] In this way, by setting the first control unit and the first switch to control the working state of the drive mechanism 300, the lifting and lowering operation of the partition 200 can be controlled according to the user's wishes. The user can send a signal to the first control unit by operating the first switch, thereby controlling the drive mechanism 300 to move the partition 200, adjusting the state of the partition 200 at any time, and flexibly adjusting the charging area to accommodate mobile phones of different sizes and usage states, providing a more convenient operating method for the user. At the same time, the centralized management by the first control unit can improve the intelligence level of the wireless charging device 10, facilitating integration and linkage with other vehicle systems and enhancing the user experience.

[0098] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the first switch is an inductive switch, which is used to send a signal to the first control unit when an electronic device is sensed, so that the control unit controls the drive mechanism 300 to drive the separator 200 to descend and move to the second position 230.

[0099] In this way, the first switch is set as a sensor switch. When an electronic device is detected nearby, the separator 200 is automatically triggered to descend to the second position 230, facilitating operations such as unfolding the folding phone. This design achieves intelligent sensor control, eliminating the need for manual operation of the switch. When the user places the phone in the charging area, the device can automatically recognize it and react accordingly, improving ease of use and intelligence. This is especially beneficial for users who frequently use folding phones, reducing operational steps, enhancing the charging experience, and preventing the phone from being unstable due to forgetting to adjust the separator 200.

[0100] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, when the separator 200 moves to the first position 220, the distance from the separator 200 to the placement surface 130 (e.g., Figure 3 (H1) is greater than 3mm and less than or equal to 10mm. For example, when the separator 200 moves to the first position 220, the distance from the highest point on the placement surface 130 to the placement surface 130 can be one of 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm and 9mm, or the distance from the separator 200 to the placement surface 130 can be any point value within the range of greater than 3mm and less than or equal to 10mm.

[0101] Thus, by limiting the distance between the separator 200 and the placement surface 130 in the first position 220—that is, the distance between the separator 200 and the placement surface 130 is greater than 3mm and less than or equal to 10mm—it is ensured that the separator 200 has sufficient height in the raised state to separate the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120, thus providing a good blocking and limiting effect. If the distance is too small, it may not be able to effectively prevent the phone from moving and will not serve its separating function. If the distance is too large, it may affect the normal placement and charging of the phone, or even prevent the phone from fully contacting the charging area. This distance range is reasonably designed to balance the separating effect and the convenience of phone placement, ensuring the stability of the phone during charging.

[0102] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, when the separator 200 moves to the second position 230, the distance from the separator 200 to the placement surface 130 (e.g.) Figure 3 (H2) less than or equal to 3mm, for example, one of 2mm, 1mm, 0mm and -1mm.

[0103] In this way, the distance between the separator 200 and the placement surface 130 in the second position 230 is less than or equal to 3mm. This minimizes the impact of the separator 200 on the flatness of the placement surface 130 when it is lowered, ensuring that the unfolded foldable phone can be placed flat within the third charging area 150, preventing the phone from shaking or tilting due to the protrusion of the separator 200. When the separator 200 is lowered below this distance, the flatness of the charging area is guaranteed, providing a stable placement platform for larger devices such as foldable phones. This ensures good contact under various operating conditions during vehicle movement, achieving stable wireless charging and effectively solving the problem of unstable placement of foldable phones after unfolding in existing technologies.

[0104] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, a first charging module 400 and a second charging module 500 may also be included.

[0105] The first charging module 400 is disposed in the first charging area 110, and the second charging module 500 is disposed in the second charging area 120. Both the first charging module 400 and the second charging module 500 are disposed on the side of the charging base 100 facing away from the placement surface 130.

[0106] In this way, by setting the first charging module 400 and the second charging module 500 below the placement surface 130 of the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120 respectively, two devices can be wirelessly charged at the same time, which improves charging efficiency and the practicality of the device.

[0107] Users can charge two mobile phones or other electronic devices simultaneously without waiting, meeting the charging needs of multiple devices. Moreover, placing the two charging modules on the side of the charging stand 100 facing away from the placement surface 130 does not affect the flatness and aesthetics of the placement surface 130, while ensuring the stability and reliability of charging, and also facilitates heat dissipation and protection for the charging modules.

[0108] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the wireless charging device 10 may further include a second switch (not shown) and a second control unit (not shown). The second switch can be disposed on the separator 200 and is triggered when the separator 200 moves to a second position 230. The second control unit is electrically connected to the second switch, and is also electrically connected to the first charging module 400 and the second charging module 500. The second control unit is used to control the first charging module 400 or the second charging module 500 to disconnect from the power supply when the second switch is triggered.

[0109] By installing a second switch on the separator 200 and connecting it to the second control unit, when the separator 200 moves to the second position 230, the second switch is triggered, and the second control unit controls the first charging module 400 or the second charging module 500 to disconnect from the power supply. This automatically cuts off the power to the corresponding charging module when the separator 200 is lowered and the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120 merge, avoiding unnecessary power consumption. When it is not necessary to charge the first charging area 110 and the second charging area 120 separately, the power can be cut off in a timely manner, reducing energy waste, improving the energy efficiency of the device, and also extending the service life of the first charging module 400 and the second charging module 500, thus reducing operating costs.

[0110] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the wireless charging device 10 may also include a buffer layer 600 covering the placement surface 130.

[0111] Thus, covering the placement surface 130 with a buffer layer 600 cushions the mobile phones and other devices placed on it, reducing damage caused by vibrations or collisions during vehicle movement. It also increases the friction of the placement surface 130, preventing the devices from sliding. The buffer layer 600 effectively improves the reliability of the charging stand 100 and its protective performance for electronic devices, reducing the risk of damage from accidental collisions or vibrations and enhancing the user experience. Especially during vehicle movement, when road conditions are complex and changeable, the buffer layer 600's effect is even more pronounced, providing a relatively stable placement environment for mobile phones and other electronic devices.

[0112] In some embodiments, the buffer layer 600 may be a leather layer, a rubber layer, or a silicone layer.

[0113] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the charging base 100 has a through hole 140, and a separator 200 is disposed within the through hole 140. The separator 200 is movable up and down relative to the through hole 140 in a first direction. The wireless charging device 10 may also include an annular decorative member 700, which is disposed within the through hole 140 and surrounds the outer periphery of the separator 200. The outer sidewall of the annular decorative member 700 is connected to the inner sidewall of the through hole 140. The annular decorative member 700 is used to press the portion of the buffer layer 600 near the edge of the through hole 140 onto the placement surface 130 of the charging base 100.

[0114] In this way, the edges of the through-hole 140 are decorated on the one hand, and the fixation and sealing of the buffer layer 600 are ensured on the other. The use of the annular decorative piece 700 not only enhances the overall aesthetics of the wireless charging device 10 and hides the internal structure and the rough edges of the through-hole 140, but also enhances the stability of the buffer layer 600, preventing it from shifting or falling off during use, ensuring the flatness of the placement surface 130 and the durability of the buffering performance, and further improving the quality and performance of the wireless charging device.

[0115] refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the annular decorative element 700 has a first flange 710 on its outer peripheral side facing the buffer layer 600. The first flange 710 is used to press the portion of the buffer layer 600 near the edge of the through hole 140 onto the placement surface 130 of the charging base 100. The first flange 710 on the outer peripheral side of the annular decorative element 700 facing the buffer layer 600 serves to better press the portion of the buffer layer 600 near the edge of the through hole 140, ensuring a tight fit between the buffer layer 600 and the placement surface 130 of the charging base 100, and preventing the buffer layer 600 from warping or loosening.

[0116] The pressing action of the first flange 710 increases the fixing strength between the buffer layer 600 and the charging base 100, so that the buffer layer 600 can always maintain a good condition during long-term use, providing stable cushioning and anti-slip effect for electronic devices placed on it. It also facilitates the installation and replacement of the buffer layer 600, improving the maintenance convenience of the wireless charging device 10.

[0117] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3In some embodiments, the wireless charging device 10 may further include a first limiting structure 720, which is disposed on the outer periphery of the annular decorative member 700 and facing the surface of the charging base 100 away from the placement surface 130. The first limiting structure 720 is used to restrict the annular decorative member 700 from coming out of the through hole 140, so as to ensure its stability during use.

[0118] The first limiting structure 720 can effectively prevent the annular decorative part 700 from detaching from the through hole 140 due to vibration or other external forces during vehicle operation. This avoids problems such as uneven placement surface 130 and warped buffer layer 600 caused by loose decorative parts, ensuring the structural stability and reliability of the entire wireless charging device 10 and extending the service life of the wireless charging device 10.

[0119] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, a second limiting structure 210 may be included, disposed on the outer periphery of the end of the partition 200 near the drive mechanism 300. An abutment portion 730 is provided on the inner wall of the annular decorative member 700 facing the partition 200. When the partition 200 moves to the first position 220, the second limiting structure 210 abuts against the abutment portion 730, thereby limiting the continued rise of the partition 200 and ensuring that the partition 200 remains in a suitable position in the raised state.

[0120] The second limiting structure 210 prevents the separator 200 from rising excessively, avoiding problems such as difficulty in placing the phone or affecting the charging effect due to the separator 200 being too high. At the same time, it also ensures the stability of the separator 200 in the raised state, enabling it to better limit and separate the phone, thereby improving the overall performance and stability of the wireless charging device 10.

[0121] refer to Figure 1 This application embodiment also provides a vehicle, which may include the wireless charging device 10 described above.

[0122] Applying the aforementioned wireless charging device 10 to vehicles can effectively solve the problem of placement stability of electronic devices such as foldable mobile phones during wireless charging, improve the convenience and practicality of vehicles, and provide drivers and passengers with a more comfortable and convenient user experience.

[0123] With the widespread use of large-sized electronic devices such as foldable phones, installing the aforementioned wireless charging device 10 with a liftable partition 200 inside the vehicle can meet the needs of different users, avoid the risk of the phone falling and being damaged during vehicle operation, improve driving safety and comfort, and also reflect the vehicle's humanized design and technological feel, thereby enhancing the vehicle's market competitiveness.

[0124] In some embodiments, the vehicle may be a gasoline-powered vehicle or a new energy vehicle, such as a pure electric vehicle (PEV / BEV), a range-extended electric vehicle (REEV), a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), or a fuel cell electric vehicle. The vehicle may also be any vehicle equipped with a battery.

[0125] The various embodiments or implementation methods described in this specification are presented 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.

[0126] Generally speaking, terms should be understood at least in part by their use in context. For example, at least in part by context, the term "one or more" as used in the text can be used to describe any feature, structure, or characteristic of the singular meaning, or a combination of features, structures, or characteristics of the plural meaning. Similarly, at least in part by context, terms such as "a" or "the" can also be understood to convey either singular or plural usage.

[0127] It should be readily understood that the terms “on,” “above,” and “on top of” in this disclosure should be interpreted in the broadest possible sense, such that “on” means not only “directly on something” but also “on something” with an intermediate feature or layer therebetween, and that “above” or “on top of” means not only “on top of something” but also “on top of something” without an intermediate feature or layer therebetween (i.e., directly on something).

[0128] Furthermore, for ease of explanation, spatially relative terms such as "below," "below," "under," "above," and "above" may be used to describe the relationship of one element or feature relative to other elements or features as shown in the figures. Spatially relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation other than those shown in the figures. The device may have other orientations (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatially relative descriptive terms used herein may be interpreted accordingly.

[0129] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A wireless charging device (10), characterized by, include: The charging stand (100) has a placement surface (130), the placement surface (130) including a first charging area (110) and a second charging area (120); A separator (200) is disposed between the first charging area (110) and the second charging area (120) and passes through the placement surface (130) of the charging base (100); A drive mechanism (300) drives the separator (200) to reciprocate in a first position (220) and a second position (230) relative to the placement surface (130) along a first direction; When the separator (200) moves to the first position (220) away from the placement surface (130), the separator (200) is used to separate the first charging area (110) and the second charging area (120); When the separator (200) moves toward the placement surface (130) to the second position (230), the separator (200) is used to release the isolation state between the first charging area (110) and the second charging area (120), and make the first charging area (110) and the second charging area (120) together form a third charging area (150).

2. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive mechanism (300) includes: Drive components; The transmission component is connected at one end to the driving component and at the other end to the partition (200). Under the drive of the driving component, the transmission component drives the partition (200) to reciprocate between the first position (220) and the second position (230).

3. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The first control unit is electrically connected at one end to the drive mechanism (300); The first switch is electrically connected to the first control unit. The first control unit controls the drive mechanism (300) to move the separator (200) according to the on / off state of the first switch.

4. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first switch is an inductive switch, which is used to send a signal to the first control unit when an electronic device is sensed, so that the control unit controls the drive mechanism (300) to drive the separator (200) to descend and move to the second position (230).

5. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive mechanism (300) is a rebound device; Along the first direction, the rebounder is disposed on the side of the separator (200) facing away from the placement surface (130), the rebounder abuts against the separator (200), and the rebounder is used to drive the separator (200) to move to the first position (220).

6. The wireless charging device (10) according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, When the separator (200) moves to the first position (220), the distance from the separator (200) to the placement surface (130) is greater than 3 mm and less than or equal to 10 mm.

7. The wireless charging device (10) according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, When the separator (200) moves to the second position (230), the distance between the separator (200) and the placement surface (130) is less than or equal to 3 mm.

8. The wireless charging device (10) according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, Also includes: A first charging module (400) is disposed in the first charging area (110); The second charging module (500) is disposed in the second charging area (120), and both the first charging module (400) and the second charging module (500) are disposed on the side of the charging base (100) facing away from the placement surface (130).

9. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 8, characterized in that, Also includes: A second switch is disposed on the separator (200), and the second switch is triggered when the separator (200) moves to the second position (230); The second control unit is electrically connected to the second switch, and the second control unit is electrically connected to the first charging module (400) and the second charging module (500). The second control unit is used to control the first charging module (400) or the second charging module (500) to disconnect from the power supply when the second switch is triggered.

10. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a buffer layer (600) that covers the placement surface (130).

11. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 10, characterized in that, The charging base (100) has a through hole (140), and the separator (200) is disposed in the through hole (140) and moves up and down relative to the through hole (140) in a first direction; The wireless charging device (10) further includes an annular decorative element (700), which is disposed within the through hole (140) and surrounds the outer periphery of the separator (200). The outer side wall of the annular decorative element (700) is connected to the inner side wall of the through hole (140). The annular decorative element (700) is used to press the portion of the buffer layer (600) near the edge of the through hole (140) onto the placement surface (130) of the charging base (100).

12. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 11, characterized in that, The annular decorative element (700) has a first flange (710) on the outer periphery of one end facing the buffer layer (600), the first flange (710) being used to press the portion of the buffer layer (600) near the edge of the through hole (140) onto the placement surface (130) of the charging base (100).

13. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 11, characterized in that, It also includes a first limiting structure (720), which is disposed on the outer periphery of the annular decorative element (700) and is used to restrict the annular decorative element (700) from dislodging from the through hole (140).

14. The wireless charging device (10) according to claim 11, characterized in that, It also includes a second limiting structure (210), which is disposed on the outer periphery of one end of the separator (200) near the drive mechanism (300); The annular decorative element (700) has an abutment portion (730) on its inner sidewall facing the separator (200). When the separator (200) moves to the first position (220), the second limiting structure (210) abuts against the abutment portion (730).

15. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the wireless charging device (10) as described in any one of claims 1 to 14.

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