Charging Device Dynamic Voltage Adjustment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Portable devices often require frequent charging due to their small and limited power sources, necessitating a charging device with quick charging capabilities to maintain operational efficiency.

Innovation Solution

A charging device with a converter and controller that outputs a first charging voltage greater than the rated input voltage of the electronic device, adjustable based on instant charging current values, to optimize charging speed and efficiency.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Speed

If the charging voltage is increased to achieve quick charging, then the charging speed is improved, but the risk of damaging the electronic device increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecharging speedVSAvoiddevice safety
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The charging device dynamically adjusts the output voltage based on real-time detection of the electronic device's charging state and current draw. The controller modifies the charging voltage from a first voltage to a second voltage according to the detected charging current, enabling adaptive quick charging that responds to device needs while preventing damage from excessive voltage

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The charging device incorporates a detection mechanism that continuously monitors the charging current and provides feedback to the controller. Based on this feedback, the controller adjusts the output voltage to maintain optimal charging speed while ensuring device safety, resolving the contradiction between fast charging and device protection

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

2Use of energy by moving object

If the charging voltage is dynamically adjusted based on current demand, then the charging efficiency is improved, but the control complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecharging efficiencyVSAvoidcontrol complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The charging device achieves self-regulation by automatically detecting its own output current and adjusting its output voltage accordingly. The controller autonomously modifies the charging parameters based on real-time operating conditions without requiring external intervention or complex communication protocols, improving efficiency while maintaining manageable control complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

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

The solution enables quick and efficient charging of portable devices by dynamically adjusting the charging voltage in response to changing current demands, enhancing energy utilization and reducing charging time.

Implementation Method 1

The converter can receive a power. The controller makes the converter output a first charging voltage value to the electronic device, the first charging voltage value is greater than the rated input voltage value

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectrical energy transformation:

Data Source

PatentUS10965137B2Charging device and charging method thereof
Publication Date: 2021.03.30 CYBER POWER SYST
  • US10965137B2 patent drawing
  • US10965137B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A charging device including a converter and a controller coupled with the converter is provided. The charging device is suitable for charging to an electronic device having a rated input voltage value. The converter can receive a power. Wherein, the controller makes the converter to output a first charging voltage value to the electronic device. The first charging voltage value is greater than the rated input voltage value of the electronic device. Further, a charging method of the charging device is provided.