Multi-Port Power Management Circuit for Simultaneous Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic devices can only receive power from one power source at a time through multiple ports, limiting their ability to simultaneously draw power from multiple power supplies.
Innovation Solution
An electronic device with multiple ports and corresponding charging circuits that can simultaneously receive power from multiple power sources, utilizing a processor to manage and distribute the power efficiently across the device and its components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional single-power-source charging is used, then the circuit design is simple, but the device cannot receive power from multiple power supplies simultaneously
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple charging circuits into a unified power management system where multiple power supplies can simultaneously charge the battery through separate charging circuits. The power management integrated circuit combines power from multiple sources and distributes it appropriately, enabling the device to accept power from multiple power supplies without requiring separate independent charging systems for each port.
Solution Approach 2:
The power management integrated circuit serves multiple functions: it manages power from multiple power supplies, controls charging of the battery, distributes power to various device components, and provides power to external devices. This multi-functional approach allows a single control unit to handle diverse power management tasks, reducing the need for separate dedicated circuits for each function.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple power supplies are connected simultaneously, then power distribution flexibility increases, but power management complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The power management integrated circuit incorporates feedback mechanisms to monitor the status of multiple power supplies, battery charge levels, and power consumption of various components. Based on this feedback information, the controller dynamically adjusts power distribution, selects appropriate power sources, and manages charging parameters to optimize power usage while preventing overcharging or power conflicts.
Solution Approach 2:
The power management system is designed to be dynamic, allowing real-time adjustment of power distribution based on device needs and power supply availability. The controller can dynamically switch between different power sources, adjust charging rates, and redistribute power to different components based on current operational requirements, making the power management adaptable rather than static.
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AI summary
An electronic device according to various embodiments of the present invention comprises: a first port and a second port; a system; a battery; a first charging circuit electrically connected to the first port, the system, and the battery; and a second charging circuit electrically connected to the second port, the system, the battery, and the first charging circuit. Accordingly, the electronic device can be supplied with electricity from a plurality of electric supplies through circuits which are realized in a simple manner.