Multi-Point Power Charger Dynamic Beam Tracking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless charging systems lack the ability to efficiently and dynamically redirect charging beams to follow moving electronic devices, limiting their effectiveness in forming ad hoc networks for peer-to-peer power distribution without the need for physical connections or extensive wiring.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising base and auxiliary multi-point power chargers that emit directional electromagnetic beams, controlled by a system controller to track and update the locations of electronic devices, allowing for the formation of an ad hoc WiGL network that dynamically redirects charging beams for optimal power delivery.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If wireless charging systems use fixed directional beams, then the system structure is simple, but the system cannot track moving devices effectively
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic beam tracking by enabling the charging system to continuously adjust beam direction based on real-time device location detection. The system transitions from static fixed beams to dynamic adjustable beams that automatically follow moving devices, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and complexity through controlled dynamic behavior.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms where device location is continuously detected and used to adjust beam direction. This closed-loop control enables the system to adapt to moving devices automatically, achieving high adaptability without requiring complex manual reconfiguration, thus resolving the technical contradiction.
2Adaptability or versatility
If wireless charging systems form ad hoc networks with multiple devices, then power distribution flexibility improves, but network control complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-organizing capabilities where devices automatically join and integrate into the ad hoc network without complex external configuration. Each device can independently establish connections and participate in power distribution, enabling flexible power sharing while minimizing control complexity through decentralized autonomous operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The system divides the network into independent functional modules where each device operates as an autonomous node. This segmentation allows flexible power distribution across multiple devices while simplifying overall network control by breaking down complex centralized management into simpler distributed interactions.
3Productivity
If charging beams are continuously redirected to follow devices, then charging efficiency improves, but energy consumption for beam control increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements periodic location detection and beam redirection rather than continuous adjustment. By updating beam direction at optimized intervals based on device movement patterns, the system maintains high charging efficiency while reducing the energy expenditure associated with constant beam control adjustments.
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 efficient, wireless, and adaptive power distribution within a peer-to-peer network, reducing the need for physical connections and minimizing wasted power by ensuring that charging beams are directed to devices based on their current locations and power needs.
Implementation Method 1
the base multi point power chargers constructed to emit a plurality of primary directional electromagnetic charging beams
Implementation Method 2
each electronic consumer device comprising an auxiliary multi point power charger constructed to emit a plurality of secondary directional electromagnetic charging beams
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AI summary
Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, which comprises base and auxiliary multi point power chargers. The base multi point power charger is coupleable to an electrical energy source. The multi point power chargers are constructed to emit a plurality of directional beams. Each of the plurality of directional beams is directable toward a determined direction of an electronic device that is chargeable via the multi point power charger. The electronic device is comprised of the auxiliary multi point power charger.