Wireless Charging Carry Case With Inductive Power Sharing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face the inconvenience of needing multiple chargers for different portable electronic devices, and existing universal chargers still require multiple tips and mechanical alignment, which can limit the versatility of wireless power transfer in carry cases.
Innovation Solution
A portable carry case with integrated inductive coil systems and a control circuit that facilitates wireless power and data transfer among multiple devices, allowing for automatic alignment and efficient energy distribution using primary and secondary coils, and a user interface for power apportioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple chargers are provided for different portable electronic devices, then each device can be charged with its dedicated charger, but users need to retain and carry multiple different chargers
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply device is designed with a universal interface that can charge multiple different portable electronic devices simultaneously. The device includes multiple charging ports (e.g., USB ports, wireless charging pads) that support different device types and charging methods, eliminating the need for users to carry multiple separate chargers while maintaining reliable charging compatibility for each device type
2Adaptability or versatility
If a universal charger with multiple tips is used, then it can support multiple devices, but mechanical alignment and multiple tips are still required
Solution Approach 1:
The invention replaces mechanical alignment systems with wireless inductive charging technology. Instead of requiring physical connectors and mechanical alignment, the system uses electromagnetic fields to transfer power wirelessly. The power supply device includes wireless charging coils that automatically align with corresponding coils in the portable devices, eliminating the need for manual mechanical alignment while maintaining broad device compatibility
Solution Approach 2:
The invention introduces an intermediary wireless charging field between the power supply device and portable devices. This electromagnetic intermediary enables power transfer without direct physical contact or mechanical alignment, allowing devices to be charged by simply placing them near the power supply device. The wireless charging pad or coil acts as the intermediary that facilitates energy transfer across different device types without requiring precise mechanical coupling
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient and versatile wireless power transfer among multiple devices within a carry case, reducing the need for multiple chargers and improving convenience by automatically aligning coils and managing energy distribution based on device needs.
Implementation Method 1
a primary coil configured to inductively receive energy from a source coil of a removable wireless source device
Implementation Method 2
a secondary coil configured to inductively provide energy to a target coil of a removable wireless target device
Data Source
AI summary
A carry case can house multiple removable electronic devices and facilitate wireless power or data communication among the devices. The case can include a primary coil for inductively receiving energy from a source device, and a secondary coil for inductively providing energy to a target device. The case can include a control circuit or a storage circuit coupled with the primary coil or the secondary coil. The control circuit can coordinate an inductive energy transfer among the source device, the target device, and the storage circuit using the primary or secondary coils.