Mouse Pad Wireless Charging Control via Connector State
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mouse devices with wireless charging functions require users to manually place them on a charging device when the battery is low, causing inconvenience.
Innovation Solution
A peripheral device that combines a mouse pad with a wireless charging module, where the wireless charging module's state is controlled by a connector's connection to a wireless signal receiver, allowing for convenient charging and diversified functions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a mouse pad is designed with only basic mouse support function, then the device structure remains simple, but the functionality is limited and does not provide wireless charging capability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines a wireless charging module with a mouse pad to create an integrated peripheral device. The wireless charging module includes a charging coil and control circuit that are embedded within the mouse pad structure, allowing the device to simultaneously function as both a mouse support surface and a wireless charging station for mobile devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The mouse pad is designed to perform multiple functions: it serves as a traditional mouse support surface while also providing wireless charging capability for smartphones and other compatible devices. This multi-functionality is achieved by integrating the wireless charging system into the mouse pad without compromising its primary function.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a wireless charging module is integrated into the mouse pad, then wireless charging function is provided, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless charging module is merged with the mouse pad structure, where the charging coil is positioned beneath the mouse pad surface and the control circuit is integrated into the existing electronics. This integration allows wireless charging functionality to be added without requiring a separate standalone charging device.
3Reliability
If the wireless charging module operates continuously, then charging availability is maximized, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless charging module operates periodically rather than continuously. The control circuit monitors the presence of a mobile device on the mouse pad and activates the charging function only when a device is detected. When no device is present, the charging module remains inactive, thereby reducing energy consumption while maintaining charging availability when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where the control circuit continuously monitors the charging status and device presence. Based on this feedback, the system dynamically adjusts the charging operation, activating or deactivating the wireless charging module to optimize energy consumption while ensuring charging availability when required.
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 convenient carrying and use of the peripheral device, controlling the wireless charging based on the wireless signal receiver's connection, thereby enhancing the mouse pad's functionality by integrating wireless charging without additional charging devices.
Implementation Method 1
a wireless charging module (71), electrically connected to the control module (70)... configured to provide a wireless power to a mouse device
Data Source
AI summary
A peripheral device includes a flat body, a control module, a wireless charging module, a first connector module, a second connector module, and a signal transmission module. The wireless charging module is electrically connected to the control module. The wireless charging module is disposed in the flat body. The first connecter module is disposed in the flat body. The second connector module is disposed in the flat body. The signal transmission module is electrically connected to the control module, the first connector module, the second connector module, and the wireless charging module. The signal transmission module is disposed in the flat body. A turn-on state or a turn-off state of the wireless charging module is determined based on whether the first connector module is electrically connected to wireless signal receiver or not.