Mobile-to-Mobile Inductive Charging for Small Device Power
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Solution Overview
Problem
Smaller mobile devices face challenges in charging due to size constraints, lacking space for wired charging components and being less likely to be removed from their housing for charging.
Innovation Solution
Inductive charging is enabled between smaller and larger mobile devices, utilizing wireless connections like Bluetooth, BLE, or NFC to transfer energy when the larger device is connected to a power source, with an application managing the charging process based on energy thresholds and user preferences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If smaller mobile devices incorporate wired charging components, then charging capability is improved, but device size and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical wired charging system with an electromagnetic inductive charging system. The transmitting device generates an electromagnetic field that inductively transfers energy to the receiving device, eliminating the need for physical charging ports and cables in the smaller device.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent enables the smaller mobile device to function as both a receiving device for inductive charging and a transmitting device for charging other devices. This multi-functionality allows the device to both receive wireless power and provide wireless power to other devices, resolving the contradiction by adding charging capability without requiring dedicated wired charging components.
2Ease of operation
If inductive charging is implemented between mobile devices, then wireless charging capability is improved, but energy transfer efficiency may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the receiving device transmits information about its charging status, energy levels, and optimal charging parameters back to the transmitting device. The transmitting device uses this feedback to adjust its electromagnetic field generation, optimizing energy transfer efficiency and minimizing losses during inductive charging.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs parameter changes by adjusting the frequency, power level, and temporal characteristics of the electromagnetic field based on the charging needs of the receiving device. The system dynamically modifies these parameters to maintain optimal energy transfer efficiency across different charging scenarios and device states.
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 method allows for efficient wireless charging of smaller devices without the need for wired connections, ensuring they remain in their usual locations while maintaining optimal energy transfer and user control.
Implementation Method 1
inductive charging is enabled between smaller and larger mobile devices, utilizing wireless connections like Bluetooth, BLE, or NFC to transfer energy when the larger device is connected to a power source
Data Source
AI summary
Using inductive currents to wirelessly charge a device via a device connected to a power source. This inductive charging may result when a first mobile device recognizes a second mobile device via a wireless connection (e.g., Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Near-Field Communication (NFC), or the like). An application stored on the first mobile device may recognize a second mobile device by transmitting an advertising packet when the first mobile device is connected to a power source. An advertising packet may be received by the second mobile device and the second mobile device may transmit a response to the advertising packet in order to generate a connection between the first and second mobile devices. The response may include data such as, connection strength, response time, connection preferences, and the like. Upon detection and connection, the second mobile device may be wirelessly charged by the first device via inductive charging.