Foldable Smart Glasses Charging Case for Multi-Device Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
Charging smart glasses and associated peripheral devices on the go is challenging due to the lack of suitable charging solutions that can accommodate multiple devices simultaneously.
Innovation Solution
A portable smart glasses charging case that can fold and unfold, allowing it to charge a pair of smart glasses and two additional devices in different configurations, with integrated power management to prioritize charging based on device needs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a portable charging case is designed to charge only smart glasses, then the charging case remains compact and simple, but it cannot charge peripheral devices simultaneously
Solution Approach 1:
The charging case is divided into a main body section and an extendable foldable section. The foldable section can be deployed to reveal additional charging surfaces for peripheral devices, while the main body maintains its compact structure for charging smart glasses. This segmentation allows the case to adapt between compact and expanded states based on charging needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The charging case incorporates a foldable section that can dynamically transition between folded and unfolded states. When unfolded, additional charging surfaces are revealed to accommodate peripheral devices. This dynamic structure allows the case to adapt its configuration based on the number and type of devices being charged.
2Productivity
If multiple charging surfaces are revealed simultaneously, then more devices can be charged at once, but the charging case size increases when not in use
Solution Approach 1:
The foldable section with additional charging surfaces is nested within or alongside the main body of the charging case when not in use. This nesting approach allows the case to maintain a compact form factor while still providing expanded charging capacity when needed, effectively hiding the additional charging surfaces until required.
Solution Approach 2:
The charging case uses a dynamic foldable structure that can be deployed only when additional device charging is needed. When the foldable section is collapsed, the case maintains its compact size. When deployed, it reveals additional charging surfaces to increase charging throughput, allowing the case to adapt its volume based on operational requirements.
3Duration of action of moving object
If the charging case charges multiple devices concurrently, then extended runtime is achieved, but power management complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The charging case incorporates intelligent power management that automatically detects which devices are connected and prioritizes power distribution based on device needs and charging status. This self-service approach eliminates the need for manual power management intervention, allowing the case to autonomously manage power allocation across multiple devices to extend runtime.
Solution Approach 2:
The power management system continuously monitors the charging status, battery levels, and power consumption of connected devices. Based on this feedback, the system dynamically adjusts power distribution to optimize charging efficiency and extend device runtime. The feedback mechanism allows the case to adapt its power management strategy in real-time without increasing operational complexity for the user.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables convenient, efficient charging of smart glasses and peripherals without the need for multiple chargers, ensuring extended device runtime and reducing clutter.
Implementation Method 1
The foldable section comprises one or more magnets for maintaining the folded state. The one or more magnets may be configured to secure at least one of: the pair of smart glasses, the first electronic device or the second electronic device.
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AI summary
A portable smart glasses charging case comprises a glasses-holding section configured to hold a pair of smart glasses and deliver a charge. The portable smart glasses charging case also comprises a foldable section having: a folded state in which the foldable section is configured to cover the glasses-holding section while the pair of smart glasses continues to receive the charge; and an unfolded state in which the foldable section lays substantially flat to reveal a first section for delivering a charge to a first electronic device that is distinct from the pair of smart glasses and a second section for delivering a charge to a second electronic device that is distinct from the pair of smart glasses and the first electronic device, and the pair of smart glasses continues to receive the charge while the first and second sections are delivering respective charges to the first and second electronic devices.