External Battery Module for Handheld Consoles

Abstract

The invention relates to a detachable external battery module that offers a hot-swap power solution for portable handheld consoles such as the Steam Deck / ROG Ally class, providing the power needed by the handheld console during extended gaming sessions without compromising user ergonomics and freedom of movement, and enhancing power continuity in mobile streaming or gaming accessory ecosystems.

Description

1 TARIFF External Battery Module for Handheld Consoles TECHNICAL AREA 5 The invention relates to an external battery module for handheld consoles in general. The invention is particularly suitable for portable handheld consoles such as the Steam Deck / ROG Ally class. Developed to enhance user ergonomics and freedom of movement during extended gaming sessions. providing the power a handheld console needs without disrupting it, for mobile streaming or gaming. A hot-swap power supply that enhances the power continuity of the handheld console in accessory ecosystems. The solution involves a detachable external battery module. STATE OF THE ART 15 Handheld consoles typically contain a lithium-ion or lithium-polymer battery. For example, the Nintendo Switch console has a 4,310 mAh capacity, 3.7 V battery. A battery of sufficient value may be found. The handheld console has a USB-C or micro-USB port. It has a charging port. One end of the charging cable connects to the charging port of the handheld console and 20 The other end is charged by connecting it to an adapter or a power outlet with a USB port. Portable. Some of the built-in rechargeable batteries used in devices, especially handheld consoles There are disadvantages / limitations. Lithium-ion batteries, throughout their lifespan... It loses capacity and starts to age even when the battery is not used. Internal batteries are generally not easily removable and replaceable by the user; this results in 25 It eliminates the convenience of "uninterrupted use with a spare battery." For example, one hand It's possible to keep your console running with a spare battery without leaving it plugged in for charging. It might not be possible. In current technology, the use of USB-C power banks as a charging solution for handheld consoles is 30%. These can be given as examples. However, these products suffer from cable clutter and connection problems. issues such as loss of portability / ergonomics and dependence on pockets or desks are involved. This is the issue. It requires disconnecting and reconnecting cables during the changeover; instantaneous voltage drop / brown-out. There is a risk involved. Alternatively, battery grip cases / back covers can be used. However... 2 Most of these products work with "passthrough," meaning the device uses power from both the battery and the power source while operating. It is powered by a power source. However, the console does not have a true PD (Direct Power) bargain, meaning it is not charged. a specific charging protocol (USB Power) is used between the device being charged and the device being charged. Delivery = USB PD) “voltage / current level” is non-negotiable and appropriate Power is not supplied at the expected level. If the PD handshake does not occur, the console will not deliver the expected 5. It cannot receive current / voltage; performance decreases / charging stops. Sometimes the current is limited and when the cell is discharged, the entire module must be removed and recharged; There is no guarantee of uninterrupted power. Existing power bank or battery case solutions, 10. The device may shut down when the battery is replaced or the charging source is disconnected. It's possible. Cable constraints and dangling connections increase contact resistance during play. and leads to momentary disconnections. Inrush and voltage collapse during the transition to a new source. It occurs. Another application of the current technology could be internal battery modifications. 15 However, opening the device will void the warranty and damage the BMS (Battery Management System). System (Battery Management System) or PD (Power Delivery) Factors such as protocols not conforming to standards can create major problems. For example, using 18650 / 21700 cells without adequate BMS protection; excessive This causes current / temperature and short circuit risks. 20 Based on research conducted under the known state of the art, US20250015606A1 Application number [number] was found. In the said application, "With USB Power Delivery..." a USB charging system that supports multiple charging ports It is oriented towards [specific purpose]. It receives input from an AC power source via an AC / DC converter; furthermore, 25 Then this source is converted into multiple output voltages (e.g., 5 V, 9 V, 15 V). These outputs connect to different USB charging ports. The system has a separate PD port for each port. (Power Delivery) controller integrated circuits (PD controller ICs) can be found; also Charging ports may include temperature sensors such as thermistors to protect against excessive heat, and When temperature is detected, the power output can be reduced. Here, multiple 30 ports can be used. When the device is connected, the total power supply capacity may reach its limit; the controller will detect this. in this case, "sharing" involves prioritizing devices or reducing voltage. It has to resort to its mechanisms. This also requires the ideal charging voltage for the connected devices. 3 This means it cannot receive power or the charging time is extended. In other words, uninterrupted power. This is out of the question. As a result, improvements are being made to battery modules for handheld consoles. Therefore, it will eliminate the disadvantages mentioned above and provide 5 advantages to existing systems. New structures are needed to provide solutions. THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION The present invention meets the aforementioned requirements and has all the disadvantages of 10 Uninterrupted power for handheld consoles, eliminating the need for traditional consoles and offering some additional advantages. It involves an external battery module that provides power. The main purpose of the invention is for portable handheld consoles such as the Steam Deck / ROG Ally class. Developed to enhance user ergonomics and freedom of movement during extended gaming sessions. providing the power a handheld console needs without disrupting it, for mobile streaming or gaming. A hot-swap power supply that enhances the power continuity of the handheld console in accessory ecosystems. The solution offered is to provide a detachable external battery module. One aim of the invention is to ensure power continuity in handheld consoles, primarily for gamers 20 and provides uninterrupted operation for long sessions to users performing high-power tasks. It is about offering an experience. Another purpose of the invention is thanks to the micro-intermediate buffer supercapacitors inside it. It provides uninterrupted power to the console even during battery replacement. This allows for 25... Performance remains uninterrupted, the device doesn't reset, and the user isn't tethered to the cable. The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below. And thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to these figures, it becomes clearer. This will be understood as such. Therefore, the evaluation should also be based on these forms and details. 30 This should be done taking the explanation into consideration. 4 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES The best way to utilize the advantages of the existing invention, together with its structure and additional elements. For understanding, it should be evaluated together with the figures explained below. is necessary. Figure 1 Representative image of the external battery module, the subject of the invention, integrated into the handheld console. 5 It is the appearance. REFERENCE NUMBERS E. Handheld console 10 B. Battery module 1. Cell cage 2. Controller 3. Locking latch 4. Transfer unit 15 5. Indicator DETAILED EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION In this detailed description, the subject of the invention is the battery module (B) of the preferred 20 These structures are solely for the purpose of better understanding the subject and have no It is explained in a way that will not create a limiting effect. The invention, shown in Figure 1 as integrated into the handheld console (E), is designed for long-term use. In games, the handheld console's 25-inch screen allows for ergonomic comfort and freedom of movement without compromising user comfort. (E) mobile streaming or gaming accessories that provide the power it needs. a hot-swap power supply that increases the power continuity of the handheld console (E) in its ecosystems The solution offered is an external battery module of a detachable type (B). The subject of the invention is an external battery module. battery module (B);  Prevents incorrect polarity positioning of battery cells 30 a cell cage containing mechanical guides (1),  PD (Power Delivery) profiles while protecting battery cells. thanks to which the hand console (E) is supplied with the appropriate voltage / current, the hand console (E) a supercapacitor that prevents shutdown by providing short-term buffer power a controller containing buffers (2),  Removing and installing the battery module (B) onto the handheld console (E) with one hand. providing, contact errors between handheld console (E) and battery module (B) a locking latch (3), 5  Thanks to its gold-plated pins that carry high current with low resistance. Providing power and data transfer between the handheld console (E) and the battery module (B). a transfer unit (4),  An LED indicator showing the power status of the battery module (B) to the user. (5) 10 It includes. In a sample application of the battery module (B) that is the subject of the invention, 21700 / 18650 The cells are easily placed into the cell cage (1). The cells are securely placed in the cell cage. When it sits in its cage (1), the energy is directed directly to the controller (2). Cell 15 cage (1), mechanical guides and flexible contacts that prevent polarity error. It includes points. The controller (2) ensures the safe discharge of the battery cells. while providing the handheld console's (E)PD (Power Delivery) It establishes communication. The controller (2) requests the current / voltage profile of the hand console (E). It automatically adjusts the power output accordingly. It also includes a micro-intermediate supercapacitor. 20 When the battery is removed, the supercapacitor is activated and a short-term signal is sent to the handheld console (E). It prevents the shutdown by providing buffer power. When a new battery is installed, the circuit... It redirects the current gradually. The locking latch (3) of the battery module (B) Ensures that the handheld console (E) sits securely on the rail. Locking latch (3) PD output is not activated without locking, thus preventing contact errors or incomplete attachments. 25 Power surges are prevented during this process. The transmission unit (4) has a low current. It features gold-plated pins that carry resistance. This structure ensures reliable operation even in vibrating environments. It provides power transmission. PD signaling and power transfer are done from here. Indicator (5), It is designed so that the user can see the status of the system at all times. The battery The occupancy level, PD handshake, hot-swap readiness information, and error warnings are all different in the 30 It is indicated by colors / combinations. For example, the battery is removable in a safe state. The blue light illuminates; during normal operation, the green light remains constantly on. 6 The operating principle of the battery module (B), which is the subject of the invention, is based on the removal of the battery. the resulting power gap with the supercapacitor buffer layer inside the controller (2) bridging the power communication of the hand console (E) safely through the transmission unit (4) The purpose is to ensure and control the entire process with the locking latch (3). The user, simply open the locking latch (3) and insert the new cell; meanwhile the hand console (E) does not 5 It won't close.

Claims

7 REQUESTS 1. Without compromising the user's ergonomics and freedom of movement during long gaming sessions. mobile streaming or gaming that provides the power needed for a handheld console (E) a hot-5 that enhances the power continuity of the handheld console (E) in accessory ecosystems It is an external battery module (B) with a plug-and-play structure that offers a swap energy solution, feature;  Prevents the battery cells from being positioned incorrectly in terms of polarity. a cell cage containing mechanical guides (1),  PD (Power Delivery) profiles 10 while protecting battery cells thanks to which the hand console (E) is supplied with the appropriate voltage / current, the hand console (E) a supercapacitor that prevents shutdown by providing short-term buffer power a controller containing buffers (2),  Removing and installing the battery module (B) onto the handheld console (E) with one hand. 15 a locking latch (3),  Thanks to its gold-plated pins that carry high current with low resistance. Providing power and data transfer between the handheld console (E) and the battery module (B). a transfer unit (4) It includes. 20 2. According to claim 1, an external battery module (B) is required, the feature of which is to provide the user with a battery. The module (B) includes an LED indicator (5) showing the power status.