Mobile Device Cover With Integrated Solar Panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for extending mobile device battery life, such as solar charging, are typically not available while the device is in use, limiting their effectiveness.
Innovation Solution
A mobile device cover with integrated solar panels and a keyboard that allows charging and keyboard input simultaneously, using adjustable solar panels to maximize light exposure and incorporating a rechargeable battery for extended power supply.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of moving object
If solar cells are used to charge the mobile device while stored (e.g., in a carrying bag), then battery life is extended during storage, but charging is not available while using the device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the protective cover function with the charging function by integrating solar panels into the cover structure. The cover serves dual purposes: protecting the mobile device and simultaneously charging it through embedded photovoltaic cells, eliminating the need for separate charging devices or disassembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The cover is designed to perform multiple functions: physical protection of the device, solar energy absorption, and electrical charging. This multi-functional design allows the same component to serve different purposes, resolving the contradiction between storage charging and usage charging availability.
2Ease of operation
If solar panels are integrated into the cover, then charging is available during use, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The solar panels are integrated directly into the cover structure rather than being separate attachments. This merging of charging components with the protective cover reduces the number of separate parts and simplifies the overall system architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The cover serves as both protective housing and charging device, eliminating the need for additional charging accessories. This multi-functionality reduces the total number of components the user must manage, effectively reducing system complexity despite the added solar panel 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
Enables continuous charging and keyboard functionality during use, effectively extending the mobile device's battery life by harnessing both natural and artificial light sources.
Implementation Method 1
one or more integrated solar panels... positioned so that the solar panels can charge while using the mobile device
Data Source
AI summary
A cover for a mobile device includes solar panels and an integrated keyboard. The solar panels are positioned on a stand of the cover and an angle associated with the solar panels can be changed so as to maximize input from a light source. The cover can be used to supply power and keyboard input to a mobile device while in use.