Docking Station Wireless Charging High-Speed I/O Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless charging systems and high-speed I/O docking solutions require wired power sources, limiting the 'no wires' experience as they cannot simultaneously support wireless charging and high-speed peripheral connections.
Innovation Solution
A docking station integrated with a power transmitting unit (PTU) that enables wireless charging and high-speed input/output connections using 60 GHz Wi-Fi technology, allowing for wireless coupling with electronic devices and peripherals while determining system parameters and adjusting power levels for efficient charging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If wired power sources are used for wireless charging systems and high-speed I/O docking solutions, then reliable power supply and data transmission are achieved, but the 'no wires' experience is compromised and device portability is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the power transmitting unit (PTU) and wireless communication module into an integrated docking station system. The PTU provides wireless power transmission while the same docking station simultaneously supports high-speed I/O connections through integrated circuit board interfaces, eliminating the need for separate wired power sources and achieving true wireless operation with high-speed data transfer capabilities
Solution Approach 2:
The docking station is designed to perform multiple functions simultaneously: wireless charging through the PTU, high-speed data transmission through integrated I/O interfaces, and device support through adjustable positioning mechanisms. This multi-functional design allows a single device to replace both traditional wired charging stations and high-speed docking solutions
2Adaptability or versatility
If wired power sources are required for high-speed I/O connections, then stable power supply is ensured, but the ability to simultaneously support wireless charging and high-speed peripheral connections is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges wireless power transmission functionality with high-speed I/O capabilities in a single docking station. The integrated design allows the PTU to provide power while the same station simultaneously supports multiple high-speed peripheral connections through integrated circuit board interfaces, enabling true simultaneous wireless charging and high-speed data transfer without requiring separate wired power sources
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 a true 'no wires' experience by providing wireless charging and high-speed I/O capabilities, eliminating the need for wired power sources and enhancing the docking experience with efficient power management and device support.
Implementation Method 1
a power transmitting unit (PTU) that enables wireless charging
Implementation Method 2
high-speed input/output connections using 60 GHz Wi-Fi technology
Data Source
AI summary
Particular embodiments described herein provide for an electronic system that includes a docking station configured to wirelessly couple to an electronic device and a wireless charging element removably coupled to the docking station. The wireless charging element includes a power receiving unit and is configured to wireless charge the electronic device. In an example, the docking station is configured for high speed input/output.