Coil Module Dual Induction Substrates Wireless Charging

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing wireless charging and communication coil modules fail to meet requirements for improved charging performance, communication performance, reduced thickness, and electromagnetic interference reduction.

Innovation Solution

A coil module design featuring a coil assembly with induction substrates and adhesive elements, where the substrates have specific crack orientations and recesses, and adhesive assemblies to enhance electromagnetic field concentration and mechanical strength, while minimizing thickness and weight.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If a magnetically conductive substrate is used to support the coil, then magnetic field concentration is improved, but device thickness increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecharging performanceVSAvoidmodule thickness
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSLength of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the induction substrate into two separate layers (first induction substrate and second induction substrate) with the coil assembly positioned between them. This segmentation allows each substrate layer to be optimized for magnetic field concentration while distributing the overall thickness, resolving the contradiction between achieving good charging performance and reducing module thickness.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Ease of manufacture

If traditional coil winding methods are used, then manufacturing simplicity is maintained, but charging and communication performance are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecoil manufacturingVSAvoidcharging performance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces specific structural features at local positions: accommodating recesses in the induction substrates and corresponding protrusions on the coil assembly. This local quality enhancement optimizes the magnetic field distribution and mechanical coupling at critical interfaces, significantly improving charging and communication performance while maintaining overall manufacturing feasibility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Device complexity

If single-layer induction substrate is used, then structure simplicity is maintained, but electromagnetic interference is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesubstrate structureVSAvoidelectromagnetic interference
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs a dual-layer induction substrate structure with the coil assembly positioned between them. This segmentation creates a more effective magnetic field containment system, where the two substrate layers work together to confine and direct magnetic flux, thereby reducing electromagnetic interference while maintaining reasonable structural complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

4Ease of manufacture

If adhesive element covers both substrates on the same plane, then manufacturing simplicity is maintained, but mechanical strength and heat dissipation are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadhesive applicationVSAvoidmechanical strength
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSStrength

Solution Approach 1:

The patent positions the adhesive element in a different spatial arrangement - covering the first induction substrate and extending to cover the second induction substrate at a different plane/level. This dimensional change in adhesive placement creates better mechanical interlocking and improves heat dissipation pathways while remaining compatible with manufacturing processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

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 design improves mechanical strength, charging efficiency, heat dissipation, miniaturization, and reduces electromagnetic interference, achieving better performance and efficiency in wireless energy and signal transmission.

Implementation Method 1

The adhesive element covers the first induction substrate and the second induction substrate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAdhesion: Adhesive

Implementation Method 2

the wireless charging receiving terminal in the electronic device generates current by electromagnetic induction or electromagnetic resonance to charge the battery

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 3

the magnetically conductive substrate can concentrate the magnetic lines of force emitted from the coil for better performance

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic field concentration: Magnetic Field

Data Source

PatentUS20220277886A1Coil module
Publication Date: 2022.09.01 TDK TAIWAN
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AI summary

A coil module includes a coil assembly, a first induction substrate, a second induction substrate and an adhesive element. The coil assembly has a winding axis. The coil assembly is disposed on the first induction substrate. The first induction substrate is disposed on the second induction substrate. The adhesive element covers the first induction substrate and the second induction substrate, and the adhesive element has a first adhesive portion and a second adhesive portion. When viewed in a direction perpendicular to the winding axis, the first adhesive portion and the second adhesive portion are located on different planes.