Universal socket adapter for wireless power transfer compatible with WPC (Wireless Power Transfer) protocol.

TR202416194A3Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-22ARCELIK AS
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ARCELIK AS
Filing Date
2024-11-19
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2026-06-22

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Abstract

According to the present invention, a Ki-protocol can be used between a small household appliance and an induction cooktop. a compatible universal socket adapter and the system in which this adapter is used stand out It is being continued. According to the doctrine of the invention, the induction cooktop and small household appliance Communication is established via this device in accordance with the WPC Ki-protocol. With this invention... Due to the proposed apparatus, many devices with different power requirements and attributes are possible. It is possible to operate 10 different small household appliances with an induction cooktop, power Compatible with fixed and variable load small household appliances with profiles defined for transmission. even if they are not, they can be powered by a compatible transmission unit. is provided.
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1 TARIFF Universal for wireless power transfer compatible with WPC / Ki protocol. NESTING APPARATUS TECHNICAL FIELD The present invention relates to systems for energizing small wired household appliances. It relates to. In other words, the invention is a 5 compatible with the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). a secure communication channel for both power transmission and control It relates to a universal charging dock system that uses an adapter compliant with the Ki-protocol. PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE In the past period, cooking technologies used in kitchens have become available on the market. It has developed and changed to a degree that has had repercussions. One of these technologies is 10 In recent years, it has become widespread in both home and professional kitchens. These are induction cooktops that have started to be used. The principles of these cooktops are: Pots, pans, and other containers with ferromagnetic properties are based on electromagnetic principles. It is based on providing heating. Electrically powered devices generally account for 110% of the world's population in North and Central America, and 15% in the rest of the world. In almost all of the rest, it is supplied with 220-230 volt alternating voltage. They are energized. The traditional method followed for this is to use devices that... They receive electricity supplied from the grid via a cable system. However With recent advancements, all these devices are wireless, eliminating the need for cables. It has also been possible to operate them by energizing them through power transmission. 20 The heating technology used in induction cooktops, wireless power transmission, and It is a technology based on similar principles to energization. Induction cooktops The pot on the stove is under the influence of the electromagnetic field when the coil is energized. It is starting to heat up. Similarly, a suitable conversion circuit in place of the container. When implemented, it is also possible to transmit power wirelessly. 25 Traditional approaches to power efficiency, signal modulation, and energy conversion Wireless power transmission systems and solutions are known to have certain problems. These systems typically operate with limited efficiency over certain distances and consume energy. This leads to signal strength loss during power transmission. Current techniques generally involve signal strength loss during power transmission. and experiences a decline in quality. This means the power receiver is not at a sufficient level of 30. This can lead to a lack of power supply and inefficient operation of devices. Wireless 2 To improve power transmission technology, the interaction between the power transmitter and receiver. to optimize, improve the energy conversion process and advanced signal modulation Improving techniques is very important. Wireless power transfer is used to power small household appliances on induction cooktops. They can be operated wirelessly. For this purpose, 5 came together in 2008. The Wireless Power Consortium, an international technology consortium, works in various fields of wireless technology. a community that develops energy transmission standards and publishes implementation directives Ki, as a result, established the universal standards for this wireless power transfer. It develops standards. Qi is one of two different standards developed by the WPC, While it corresponds to the international wireless charging standard, Ki is a wireless kitchen 10. It represents the standard. Application number JP2006102055A, which is a document relating to the prior art. The document describes a structure that can function as a power outlet via wireless power transfer. It has been mentioned. In this usage, the workbench is placed near the power outlet. However, the cable If that's not enough, an extension cord is used. This increases the range of movement of the kitchen appliance by 15. limitations. Also, being close to the cooking area can cause the cable to heat up and even deform. This can lead to... With current techniques, when a kitchen appliance is attempted to be operated... Because it takes up space on the workbench, it restricts the workbench area. In this context, this document... capable of transmitting power via electromagnetic induction and mounted on a workbench. It offers a deployable wireless power delivery system. 20 Another document in the known field of technology is Philips patent number EP 3,652,838 B1, which deals with NFC. the communication layer of the system that performs wireless power transfer using technology It is constructed and made suitable for power transmission by adding a coil to the receiver side. It has been brought in. In another document, WO2023148078A1, it is stated wirelessly. RFID 25 is used for locating small household appliances that are powered by energy. Sensors were mentioned. As these documents show, in the known state of the technology, the small house Compliance of devices with the Ki standard, in this context, wireless power supply. by optimizing, securing and generally increasing its applicability 30 A solution that will provide this is needed. 3 OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION One of the aims of the invention is to create a compatible system for powering various small household appliances. The goal is to provide a universal charging port system. Another purpose of the invention is to provide a safe power transmission and control system for small household appliances. The goal is to integrate the WDC Ki-standard apparatus. 5 Another purpose of the invention is to provide a single socket that will transmit power to small household appliances. the station offers charging capabilities for multiple different devices with different charging standards. The aim is to improve the comfort and safety of users by enabling them to do so. Another purpose of the invention is to establish a connection between a small household appliance and an induction device. With a Ki-standard compliant device, the desired power of the tool can be increased by 10. The aim is to demonstrate how energy can be transferred and thus devices can be energized by induction. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The figures described below illustrate the advantages of the known state of the art. A Ki-standard compliant system, currently outlined and to be detailed later, It aims to illustrate the universal socket containing the device. 15 The drawings are restrictive in terms of the scope of protection defined in the claims. should not be interpreted without referring to the technique in the specification, in the claims in question. It should not be used simply in interpreting the scope. Figure 1: Associated with an induction cooker according to an application of the present invention. This is an isometric perspective view of the Ki-compatible apparatus. 20 Figure 2: Simplified Ki-compatible apparatus according to an application of the present invention. This is a schematic view. Figure 3: Power transmission involving a Ki-protocol at the known state of the art. This is a schematic view of the setup. Figure 4: Ki-compatible apparatus according to an application of the present invention, an induction 25 It is a schematic representation of the relationship between the supplier and a small household appliance. Figure 5: Power receiver of a Ki-compatible apparatus according to an application of the present invention. This is a schematic view of the module. Figure 6: Power transmission of a Ki-compatible apparatus according to an application of the present invention. This is a schematic view of the module. 30 4 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Below are the descriptions of the invention to provide a better understanding of the present invention. The parts in the figures are individually numbered, and the numbered parts are... The description for each part is shown below. 10) Ki-compatible adapter 5 11) Small household appliances 12) Induction cooktop 13) Microcontroller 14) PRx 15) Coil and antenna 10 16) PTx 17) Inverter 20) Power transmitter 21) Power receiver 15 22) Inverter 23) Transmitter coil and antenna 24) Induction controller 25) Receiver coil and antenna 26) Controller 20 27) Ki profile descriptor unit 28) User interface control unit 29) Unit of power 30) AC voltage output This invention, in general terms, describes wireless power transmission in accordance with the WPC Ki-standard. a universal dock component that makes this possible and the universal dock containing this component It refers to the universal dock, as previously described in this explanation. It may have been described as such, and in the following sections, it may also be described as a universal nest. It can be described as such, and from this, the part in question corresponds to the concept of a universal dock. It should be understood that the indirect heating technology available in induction cooktops is 30 It is a technology based on similar principles to wireless power / energy transfer and induction. In ovens, a metal container is affected by an electromagnetic field created by energizing a coil. It is starting to heat up. Wireless power transfer via a suitable converter. it also becomes possible. Wireless power transfer occurs between a transmitter and a receiver, with the transmitter being... An induction cooktop can be used in various applications. This is between the transmitter and the receiver. the transfer of power and its conversion back into electrical power via the established magnetic field This occurs in accordance with the laws of electromagnetics. This involves the transmitter and receiver in question. For the electromagnetic field to be established between two related coils, a primary 5 is required first. A time-varying current is applied to a coil, and this current creates a changing magnetic field. It generates its intensity. The secondary coil is exposed to this variable magnetic field. When released, a voltage is induced in the conductor according to Faraday's law. This This enables power transmission and wireless energy transfer, which is induction. By utilizing wireless power transfer methods, for example, a small household appliance can be powered by 10 Induction cooktops can be operated wirelessly. An international organization has established this facility for this purpose. The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) is the universal provider of this wireless power transfer. It established the Ki standard, which defines the standards. Another standard is Qi. Qi is the international wireless charging standard, and Qi is also a wireless standard. It corresponds to the kitchen standard. 15 The Qi protocol allows smartphones and other related mobile devices to charge wirelessly. It relates to magnetic induction technology, which makes this possible. The Qi protocol... It is currently in use and is becoming increasingly widespread. However, the KI protocol is still new. It is under development and is necessary for operating small household appliances wirelessly. It is responsible for regulating standards. According to the protocol, power for small household appliances is 20 At least three systems are required for the transfer to take place. The first of these is: a power transmission unit (transmitter), a power receiving unit (receiver), and a third a communication layer established between the two for control. power transmission unit, It is the unit that will transmit energy wirelessly. This power transmission unit is a Depending on the application, this can be done inside an induction cooktop, under the counter, or on an external 25 It can be made available within the stand / device. The power transmission unit is a coil and communication. It includes a near-field communication unit that will provide the layer. Small household appliance On the other side, communication occurs via a secondary coil that facilitates energy conversion. It contains a power transmission circuit that includes the unit. It both transmits power and receives power. On the receiving side, power transmission is controlled by a communication layer. 30 The Ki protocol typically allows power transfer up to 2200 Watts. This makes it possible to use almost all small household appliances wirelessly. It becomes possible to operate it thanks to the near field communication unit. 6 Energy transfer to foreign objects and devices that do not fall within the definition of small household appliances. This ensures that it will not be compromised, thus preventing serious security problems. It is being passed. Due to the universality of the Ki protocol, all products and devices can communicate with each other. It can establish this. In this way, products from different companies and manufacturers can be combined. 5 They are able to communicate and work with each other. Furthermore, the infrastructure of this technology... with both induction heating and wireless power on the same eye or socket. The transfer is made possible. When it is desired to power small household appliances via wireless power transfer, small A power supply unit containing a communication unit and a secondary coil incorporated into the structure of the household appliance. A transmission circuit is involved. In known technical solutions, power is supplied to small household appliances. It must contain a suitable induction coil in order for the transfer to take place. Additionally... In order for communication to be established, a near-field communications unit (NFC) An electronic unit containing an integrated circuit and antenna functions as both an induction cooktop and an induction hob. A communication layer is created by incorporating it into the structure of small household appliances. Thus, these 15 Power transmission is managed securely via the communication channel. Traditional small household appliances are designed to be powered by induction cooktops. It is not suitable. For this reason, structurally, the receiver coil, communication layer and power A transfer module is required. This is for the conversion of existing small household appliances. a small household appliance also includes a power transmission circuit with a coil and communication layer 20 The addition of this is mandatory. Making such a transformation valid. It is not possible from a structural standpoint. Users can process transactions within the Ki protocol. a communication unit / module and power transmission compatible with Ki technology to see They must use a small household appliance that has a circuit and operates according to WPC standards. According to one application of the invention, Ki-25 is somewhere between a small household appliance and an induction cooktop. A compatible apparatus is proposed for the protocol. According to the doctrine of the invention, induction Communication between the stove and the small household appliance is provided through this device. This invention stands out. Due to the apparatus being driven, there are many different power requirements and attributes. It is possible to power various small household appliances with an induction cooktop. According to at least one application of the invention, the said Ki-protocol compliant apparatus can accommodate 30 An interface control unit, established in a related manner, is proposed. This interface The control unit operates according to at least one set of settings and at least one set of power, 7 It can be adjusted according to the power requirements of different small household appliances. Depending on the application, this interface control unit is used in some small household appliances. It includes suitable profiles, and power is derived from the choices made from these profiles. The interface control ensures that the data transfer corresponds to the device requirements. The small household appliance that is desired to be powered via this unit has the following setting set 5 The transfer is enabled by selecting from the options defined in the power set. Different In applications, the product profile of the small household appliance to which power is to be transmitted, i.e., the desired Power can be defined and customized via this interface control unit. Small home The device can thus be energized by induction instead of wired transmission. The invention... According to one application, the interface control unit can be modified, WPC 10 Even for products that do not meet the standards, the relevant control unit conducts the inspection. Different power profiles can be defined using a power set. According to one application of the invention, a power transmitter (20) is proposed. The power transmitter consists of an inverter (22) circuit, an antenna and coil (23) and an induction It contains the control unit (24). Coil and antenna (23), induction control unit (24) 15 Communicating with the inverter (22) circuit via a Ki-protocol processor, the coil It supplies power to the antenna (23). According to one application of the invention, a power receiver (21) is proposed. power receiver (21) an AC voltage outlet (30), a power unit (29), an antenna and coil (25), It includes a Ki controller (26). According to at least one application, the power described in the invention is 20 receiver (21) a Ki profile descriptor unit (27) and a user interface control unit (28) It also includes. In the proposed wireless power transmission technology based on the current invention, the power transmitter Power transfer between (20) and power receiver (21) via magnetic induction. It is taking place. The inverter (22), coil and 25 contained in the power transmitter (20) part. antenna (23) and induction controller (Transmitter Ki controller, 24) are connected to each other for this purpose. It performs in a coordinated manner. Power receiver (21), coil and antenna (25), Ki controller (26), Ki profile descriptor unit (27), user interface control unit (28), It contains a power unit (29) and an AC voltage output (30). User interface control 30 available in unit (28) with at least one set of settings and at least one set of power defined in the unit. By selecting the available values, the profile of the product to which power will be transmitted is determined. Preferences are made. The profile identifier unit (27) contains the product information and power of the entered profile. It transmits the information to the Ki controller (26). The Ki controller (26) near field communication interface and Ki 8 using the protocol, the product information and the desired power to the power transmitter (20) unit. It transmits the information. The inverter (22) element contained by the power transmitter (20) becomes active. It is brought and the energy transfer begins in this way. The power transmitter (20) unit, in its coil The induced energy is converted into a power unit (29) contained within the power receiver (21) unit. Profile Power is supplied via the appropriate AC voltage output (30). 5 In addition to the Ki protocol, the user interface is transferred from the control unit (28). The desired power information and the device profile to be simulated can also be selected. This profile is entered... The appropriate Ki commands are generated by the Ki profile descriptor unit (27) and Ki The information is transmitted to the controller (26). The controller (26) receives the information from the power transmitter (20). It requests power accordingly. Thus, even if the Ki product is not used, the product simulates 10. By doing so, the desired amount of power can be supplied via the AC output (30). In an application proposed according to the current invention, the user interface control on it... thanks to the unit (28) there is more power than the product needs to be operated wirelessly. This prevents the transmission of harmful substances and ensures safe operation through the Ki-protocol. Thanks to the Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27), the fixed load (Kettle, toaster 15 Products with variable loads (blender, air fryer, etc.) can be defined and profiled. Suitable power transmission requirements can be made. On this dock structure. The output sockets can be multiple. User interface control unit. (28) can be used to simulate the Ki protocol and as with an external AC socket. Usage is possible. The desired amount of power is 20 when using an AC outlet. Since it can be pulled out, this device will also have a smart plug feature. Short cable Safety precautions regarding extension cords located on kitchen countertops are included in the product description. Problems are also eliminated thanks to this device. However, potential cable issues... Ease of use is ensured by avoiding complexity. Wireless power For transferring WPC Ki-compatible small household appliances, any conversion requires 25 without needing a compatible power transmission unit (20) (Oven, stand, workbench (six etc.) can be energized. Small household appliance (11), in a Ki compatible power transmitter. (20) without the need to make a structural change when it is desired to be operated It can be used with its current configuration. It is a system being proposed based on an application of the invention. This system is a 30 inverter (22), at least one power transmitter (20) including a coil and antenna (23) and a power Wireless power transmission suitable for powering small household appliances (11) including receiver (21). This system is a WPC Ki-protocol controller of the power receiver (21). 9 (26) and includes a WPC Ki-protocol profile descriptor unit (27), and the said WPC Ki-protocol controller (26) and a WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27) at least one attribute of the power to be transferred to at least one small household appliance (11) of its elements It is structured to monitor. This profile defining unit is the small one in question. A profile 5 according to at least one attribute corresponding to the power requirements of the household appliance (11). By creating it, it defines the characteristics of the power that is desired to be transferred and the power related to that power. It forms a communication chain that will alert its transmitter (20). The power receiver (21) element in question shall contain at least one receiver coil and antenna (25) The power transmitter (20) is in communication with the transmitter coil and antenna (23) on the side. Communication will be conducted via the Ki-protocol according to at least one application. It has been configured. Another structural and functional element for this communication is the WPC. The Ki-protocol controller (26) must have at least one receiver coil and antenna (25) with Ki-protocol. It is structured in a way that allows it to communicate with the processor. According to at least one application, the WPC Ki-protocol controller (26) The power to be transmitted by communicating with at least one receiver coil and antenna (25) is 15 It is designed to request at least one of its attributes. The aforementioned at least one power set and at least one setting defined in the user interface control unit (28) In line with the set, the power receiver (21) and the power transmitter (20) through the attributes It is possible to configure the connection to be established. Thus, the user interface The control unit (28) is in communication with the WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27) 20 and at least product information and power specifications for at least one small household appliance profile. It is designed to transmit in a certain way. According to one application of the invention, a small household appliance (11) and an induction appliance (12) a universal Ki-protocol socket containing a power receiver (21) suitable for use between The apparatus (10) is proposed. In this apparatus, the power receiver (21) has a 25 induction controller (24), receiver coil and antenna (25) a WPC Ki-protocol controller (26), a WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27), a user interface controller It includes a unit (28) and a power unit (29). This user interface control unit (28) at least one small household appliance that can be selected by a user It will accept input regarding the attribute, and a product within a profile related to this attribute 30 information and power information to a WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27) It is set to transmit. A feature of the universal Ki-protocol socket apparatus (10) proposed according to the present invention. The user interface control unit (28) has at least one set of settings and at least one power including the set, and being in communication with the WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27) and It will transmit to him at least product information and power information for at least one small household appliance profile. It is structured in this way. 5

Claims

11 REQUESTS 1) At least one power transmitter (20) containing an inverter (22), a coil and an antenna (23) and Wireless power suitable for powering small household appliances (11) containing a power receiver (21) It is a transmission system, and its characteristics are: The power receiver in question (21) has a WPC Ki-protocol controller (26) and a 5 WPC includes the Ki-protocol profile descriptor unit (27), and the WPC Ki-protocol controller (26) and a WPC Ki-protocol profile The power to be transferred to at least one small household appliance (11) of the defining unit (27) elements It is structured to control only a small number of attributes. 2) A wireless power transmission system that complies with Claim 1, and whose feature is that the power in question is 10 its receiver (21) must contain at least one receiver coil and antenna (25). 3) It is a wireless power transmission system that complies with requirements 1 and 2, and its features are as follows: The WPC Ki-protocol controller (26) must have at least one receiver coil and antenna (25) with Ki-protocol. It is structured in a way that allows it to communicate with the processor. 4) A wireless power delivery system that meets any previous requirements, with feature 15 The WPC Ki-protocol controller (26) must have at least one receiver coil and antenna (25) It is configured to communicate via the Ki-protocol processor. 5) A wireless power delivery system that meets any previous requirements, and its features at least one receiver coil and antenna (25) contained in the power transmitter (20) By communicating with a transmitter coil and antenna (23), the power to be transmitted is at least 20 It is structured in such a way that it will only request a limited number of attributes. 6) It is a wireless power delivery system that meets any previous requirements, and its features are... The user interface control unit (28) in question has at least one power set and at least one setting In accordance with the set, to configure the parameters of the power receiver (21) It is a fabricated design. 25 7) It is a wireless power delivery system that meets any previous requirements, and its features are... WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier of the said user interface control unit (28) in contact with unit (27) and at least one profile of a small household appliance belonging to it. It is designed to transmit product information and power information. 8) Suitable for use between a small household appliance (11) and an induction appliance (12), 30 It is a universal Ki-protocol socket adapter (10) containing a power receiver (21), the feature of which is; 12 The power receiver in question (21) has an induction controller (24), receiver coil and antenna (25) a WPC Ki-protocol controller (26), a WPC Ki-protocol profile descriptive unit (27), a user interface control unit (28) and a power unit (29) including, and The said user interface control unit (28) can be controlled by a user 5 It will accept input for at least one attribute of a selectable small household appliance, Product information and power information within an attribute profile in question for a WPC. The key is that the Ki-protocol is designed to transmit the profile to the descriptor unit (27). 9) A universal Ki-protocol socket adapter (10) in accordance with claim 8, the feature of which is stated The subject is the user interface control unit (28) with at least one set of settings and at least one set of power 10 including, and in communication with the WPC Ki-protocol profile identifier unit (27) and to it It will transmit at least product information and power information for at least one profile of a small household appliance. It is structured in this way. 10) A universal Ki-protocol socket adapter (10) conforming to claims 8 and 9, the characteristic of which is It must contain at least one AC voltage output (30). 15