Induction Power Transmission With Adaptive Switching Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing induction energy transmission systems lack efficient control of switching units, leading to power fluctuations and limited functionality in supplying energy to additional units beyond heating.

Innovation Solution

A control unit adjusts the duty cycle of switching elements to optimize the supply power by adapting switching parameters, allowing flexible control and efficient energy distribution to various units, including motor-driven and energy storage devices.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Power

If the duty cycle of switching elements is adjusted to control supply power, then the supply power can be controlled, but power fluctuations occur and energy efficiency is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupply powerVSAvoidenergy efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by making the switching parameters adaptive rather than fixed. The control unit dynamically adjusts switching parameters based on operating conditions to optimize power delivery and minimize energy losses. This is achieved through real-time modification of switching behavior in response to system state changes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements parameter changes by modifying switching parameters (such as duty cycle, switching frequency, or phase angle) to control and optimize supply power. The control unit varies these parameters according to the desired power level and operating conditions, enabling precise power adjustment while maintaining energy efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Power

If the duty cycle of switching elements is adjusted to control supply power, then the supply power can be controlled, but power supply stability is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupply powerVSAvoidpower supply stability
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs feedback mechanisms where the control unit monitors the actual power delivery and switching element behavior, then adjusts switching parameters accordingly. This closed-loop control ensures stable power supply by compensating for fluctuations and maintaining consistent output despite varying operating conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system uses dynamic parameter adjustment to maintain stability across different operating states. By continuously adapting switching parameters based on real-time conditions, the system achieves both power control flexibility and supply stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Device complexity

If the duty cycle of exclusively one switching element is changed to adjust supply power, then the control is simplified, but the power adjustment range is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontrol complexityVSAvoidpower adjustment range
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the power control function by independently controlling different switching elements for different power ranges or operating modes. This allows one switching element to handle specific power ranges while others manage different ranges, achieving both simplified control logic within each segment and extended overall power adjustment range through coordination of multiple segments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The switching elements are designed to serve multiple functions: primary power control, auxiliary power adjustment, and operational mode selection. This multi-functionality allows the system to achieve a wide power adjustment range while maintaining relatively simple control structures through unified control architecture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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

This approach enhances energy efficiency, provides stable power supply over a wide range, enabling smooth operation of additional units and easy charging of energy storage devices, thus improving user experience and system versatility.

Implementation Method 1

a supply unit (12a, 12b) which has at least one supply induction element (14a, 14b) for the inductive provision of energy

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

a receiving unit (22a, 22b) which has at least one receiving induction element (24a, 24b) for receiving the inductively provided energy

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentEP4079103B1Induction power transmission system
Publication Date: 2025.08.27 BOSCH SIEMENS HAUSGERATE GMBH
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AI summary

The invention relates to an induction energy transmission system (10a; 10b), comprising a supply unit (12a, 12b) which has at least one supplying induction element (14a, 14b) for inductive provision of energy, at least one receiving unit (22a; 22b) which has at least one receiving induction element (24a; 24b) to receive the inductively provided energy, a switching unit (26a) which comprises at least two switching elements (28a, 30a) for providing an alternating current (32a) for the supplying induction element (14a, 14b), and a control unit (34a; 34b) for controlling the switching unit (26a). In order to provide a generic system having improved properties with regard to controlling the switching unit, the control unit (34a; 34b), in at least one operational state, adjusts at least one switching parameter (38a) of a switching parameter set (40a) of at least one of the switching elements (28a, 30a) in order to adjust a supply power (36a).