Magnetic Contact Charge Mat for Multi-Trimmer Cord-Free Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hair trimmer charging methods, such as direct plugging and rechargeable batteries, are inefficient and cumbersome, especially for barbers who need to charge multiple trimmers simultaneously, leading to tangled cords and inconvenient usage.
Innovation Solution
A wireless charge mat with magnetic contact charging points and adapters that allow for easy alignment and charging of hair trimmers, along with integrated charging indicators and compatibility for various trimmer types, providing efficient and ergonomic charging solutions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If inductive coils are used for wireless charging, then charging convenience is improved, but placement precision requirement increases and charging efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
A magnetic alignment mechanism serves as an intermediary between the charging mat and trimmer, using magnetic attraction to automatically guide the trimmer into the correct charging position. This eliminates the need for manual precision placement while maintaining efficient magnetic contact charging.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the traditional inductive coil electromagnetic field system with a magnetic contact charging system. Instead of using broad-area inductive coils that require precise alignment, the system uses direct magnetic contact through magnets and magnetic contacts, providing both alignment assistance and efficient charging through physical contact.
2Quantity of substance
If multiple hair trimmers are charged simultaneously using traditional methods, then charging capacity increases, but cord management complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The charging cords are extracted and consolidated into a single power source for the entire charging mat. Multiple trimmers are charged wirelessly through the mat's magnetic contact points, eliminating the need for individual cords for each trimmer and simplifying power management.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple charging functions are merged into a single charging mat unit. The mat provides multiple magnetic contact charging points that can simultaneously charge multiple trimmers, combining what would traditionally require multiple separate charging stations or cord management systems.
3Ease of operation
If inductive coils are used for wireless charging, then wireless charging capability is achieved, but charging efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces inefficient inductive coil wireless charging with magnetic contact charging. Magnets are embedded in the charging mat and corresponding magnetic contacts are placed on the trimmer, creating a direct magnetic circuit that efficiently transfers energy while maintaining wireless convenience.
Solution Approach 2:
The charging mechanism changes from electromagnetic induction through coils to direct magnetic field contact. This parameter change in the charging method dramatically improves efficiency by reducing energy loss through direct magnetic coupling between the mat and trimmer.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient, ergonomic, and convenient wireless charging of multiple hair trimmers, reducing cord tangling and optimizing outlet usage, while supporting quick charging of additional devices like smartphones and smartwatches.
Implementation Method 1
at least one magnetic contact charging point operatively attached thereto for receiving a hair trimmer
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AI summary
A wireless charge mat for charging hair trimmers including a body having a top surface with at least one magnetic contact charging point operatively attached thereto for receiving a hair trimmer adapted for wireless charging. A kit, including the wireless charge mat, at least one wireless charging adapter for adapting a hair trimmer to receive wireless charge, and instructions for use. A method of using the wireless charge mat, by adapting a hair trimmer for wireless charging, placing the hair trimmer on a magnetic contact charging point of the wireless charge mat, and charging the hair trimmer.