Multifunctional Automobile Charger Microprocessor Data Processing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current chargers lack multifunctionality, unable to simultaneously charge a variety of devices including automobile storage batteries, notebooks, and handheld electronic devices, and often require disconnection from power sources for charging, with limited portability and communication capabilities with mobile phones.

Innovation Solution

A multifunctional automobile charger utilizing a microprocessor with various program modules for data processing, including ignition current detection, TYPE-C charging, internal battery management, wireless charging, and Bluetooth communication, equipped with a TYPE-C socket and LED indicators for user interface, enabling simultaneous charging of multiple devices and real-time mobile phone updates.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a charger is designed to charge multiple types of devices simultaneously, then the versatility and functionality of the charger is improved, but the device complexity and structural design become more difficult

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecharger functionalityVSAvoidcharger structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a universal charger design with multiple output ports (USB Type-C, USB Type-A, DC ports) that can simultaneously charge different types of devices including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and automobiles. The charger uses a single integrated circuit board with multiple charging circuits that can operate independently or concurrently, allowing one charger to replace multiple dedicated chargers while maintaining simple user operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The charger divides its charging functionality into separate independent circuits for different device types. Each output port has its own charging circuit that can be independently controlled and managed by the microprocessor. This segmentation allows the charger to handle multiple device types simultaneously without requiring a single complex circuit, simplifying the overall design while achieving multi-functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Ease of operation

If a charger is designed to charge devices while being connected to AC power supply, then the convenience of use is improved, but the safety and reliability of charging becomes problematic

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecharger usabilityVSAvoidcharging safety
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent incorporates a microprocessor that continuously monitors the charging state of both the internal battery and connected devices. The system detects whether the internal battery is charged and whether devices are connected to output ports, then automatically controls the charging circuits to prevent unsafe charging conditions. This feedback mechanism ensures that devices are only charged when safe to do so, maintaining reliability while enabling convenient simultaneous charging and power supply connection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Weight of moving object

If a portable charger has limited battery capacity, then the portability and compactness is improved, but the ability to charge large devices like notebooks and automobiles is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecharger portabilityVSAvoidcharging capacity
Core Design Contradiction:
Weight of moving objectVSPower

Solution Approach 1:

The patent designs a portable charger with a dynamically adaptable charging system. The microprocessor monitors the power requirements of connected devices and automatically adjusts the charging current and voltage output. When a high-power device like a notebook or automobile is detected, the system dynamically increases power delivery within the limits of the internal battery capacity, maximizing the available power while maintaining portability. The charger can also charge multiple low-power devices simultaneously, effectively utilizing the limited battery capacity across multiple devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS10914787B2Method and apparatus for processing data of multifunctional automobile charger by using microprocessor
Publication Date: 2021.02.09 DONGGUAN ZHONGKANG TECH ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

The present invention discloses a method and an apparatus for processing data of a multifunctional automobile charger by using a microprocessor. A main program module, an ignition current detection module, a charging current detection module, an internal battery constant current charging detection module, an internal battery temperature detection module, an output current detection module, a wireless charging failure detection module, a module for Bluetooth communication with a mobile phone and so on are loaded in a single chip microcomputer. Instructions of the modules are executed by a processor. The present invention provides an ignition function for an automobile, can communicate with a mobile phone, and is convenient to use.