Magnetic Signal Transceiver Resonance Switching for Data Rate and Range

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current data transmission methods using electromagnetic resonant circuits in mobile devices are limited by data rate and range, particularly in bidirectional communication scenarios without modification to standard devices.

Innovation Solution

A transmitting/receiving arrangement that utilizes a microcontroller connected to an electromagnetic resonant circuit, operating in series resonance for transmission and parallel resonance for reception, to enhance data rate and range by optimizing the connection and configuration of the resonant circuit, including the use of a piezo element and tuning capacitors to compensate for inherent capacitance and reduce interference.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If electromagnetic resonant circuits are used for bidirectional data transmission, then data transmission capability is enabled, but data rate and range are limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedata rateVSAvoidcommunication range
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by switching the resonant circuit configuration between series resonance mode for transmission and parallel resonance mode for reception. This dynamic reconfiguration optimizes performance for each operational phase, enabling both high data rates and extended communication range that static configurations cannot achieve.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the operational parameters of the resonant circuit by adjusting resonance frequency and impedance characteristics. By operating at optimized frequencies and adapting circuit parameters between transmission and reception modes, the system achieves improved data transmission performance and extended range beyond conventional fixed-parameter designs.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Adaptability or versatility

If standard mobile devices are used without modification, then device compatibility is maintained, but data transmission performance is constrained

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedevice compatibilityVSAvoiddata transmission performance
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements universality by designing a solution that works with standard mobile devices without requiring modifications. The electromagnetic resonant circuit interface is configured to be compatible with existing device architectures while enabling enhanced bidirectional data transmission capabilities, thus serving multiple device types universally.

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

Solution Approach 2:

The patent introduces an intermediary electromagnetic resonant circuit system that bridges standard mobile devices for bidirectional communication. This intermediary layer enables performance enhancement without modifying the original devices, acting as a mediator that preserves compatibility while improving transmission capabilities.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

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 solution significantly increases the data rate and range of communication systems while maintaining bidirectional data transfer capabilities, even with unmodified standard devices, by optimizing the resonant circuit's operation and reducing interference.

Implementation Method 1

to drive the electromagnetic oscillating circuit with the generated first signal in order to generate a first magnetic signal which carries first data

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

to evaluate a second signal provided by the electromagnetic oscillating circuit, which second signal is dependent on a second magnetic signal detected by the electromagnetic oscillating circuit

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 3

in a transmitting mode, to operate the electromagnetic oscillating circuit in series resonance

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSeries resonance: Resonance

Implementation Method 4

in a receive mode, to operate the electromagnetic oscillating circuit in parallel resonance

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectParallel resonance: Resonance

Data Source

PatentEP4391399A1Transmitting/receiving device for transmitting/receiving magnetic signals
Publication Date: 2024.06.26 FRAUNHOFER GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FORDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG EV
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AI summary

Exemplary embodiments provide a transmit/receive arrangement for transmitting/receiving magnetic signals, wherein the transmit/receive arrangement comprises a microcontroller and an electromagnetic resonant circuit, wherein the microcontroller is configured, in a transmit mode, to: - operate the electromagnetic resonant circuit in series resonance, and - generate a first signal to drive the electromagnetic resonant circuit and drive the electromagnetic resonant circuit with the generated first signal to generate a first magnetic signal carrying first data, wherein the microcontroller is configured, in a receive mode, to: - operate the electromagnetic resonant circuit in parallel resonance, and - evaluate a second signal provided by the electromagnetic resonant circuit, which depends on a second magnetic signal detected by the electromagnetic resonant circuit.to receive second data.