Provision of alternating current using higher-power PoE (Power over Ethernet) systems
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CISCO TECHNOLOGY INC
- Filing Date
- 2019-02-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-03
AI Technical Summary
Conventional PoE systems are limited to delivering 90 watts, which is insufficient for powering devices requiring higher power, and they fail to meet electrical code requirements for AC outlets in residential and commercial environments.
A higher power PoE system that combines and converts PoE DC power to AC power using a modular system with a route processor chassis, power interface modules, and inverters to create AC power outlets, managed by a power management system to allocate power efficiently across multiple devices.
The system effectively delivers AC power to multiple devices, meeting electrical code requirements and optimizing power distribution by managing real-time power allocation, ensuring reliable operation and flexibility in residential and commercial settings.