Retractable Wireless Charger Integrated Into a Computing Device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Travelers face inconvenience and expense due to the need to carry multiple chargers for different devices and navigate incompatible outlets while traveling, with a risk of losing or misplacing charging equipment.
Innovation Solution
A computing device with a moveable wireless charger integrated within its housing, allowing the charger to be stored internally and extended externally for use, along with a mounting system and actuator for easy access, reducing the need for multiple chargers and adapting to various power sources.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If travelers carry multiple charging cords for different devices, then all devices can be charged, but the risk of losing or breaking chargers increases and travel convenience decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates a wireless charging coil into the computing device housing that can charge multiple types of devices (smartphones, tablets, wearables) simultaneously through a single universal charging surface, eliminating the need for multiple device-specific charging cords and adapters
2Adaptability or versatility
If travelers carry multiple charging cords for different devices, then all devices can be charged, but the number of items to carry increases and efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple charging functions into a single integrated wireless charging system within the computing device housing, merging the functions of multiple charging cords, adapters, and cables into one unified charging solution that occupies minimal space
3Adaptability or versatility
If travelers use attachable wireless chargers, then charging compatibility improves, but the wireless charger itself may be lost or stolen
Solution Approach 1:
The patent embeds the wireless charging coil and circuitry directly within the computing device housing, nesting the charging functionality inside the main device body rather than using a separate attachable charger, so the charging capability travels with the device and cannot be lost separately
4Ease of operation
If conventional chargers are used, then devices can be charged, but compatibility with foreign outlets requires additional adaptors
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical plug-and-outlet connections with wireless electromagnetic field-based charging, eliminating the need for physical adaptors for different outlet types, as the charging occurs through electromagnetic induction without direct electrical contact requiring region-specific plug configurations
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 solution streamlines travel by minimizing the number of chargers needed and ensuring convenient, universal charging capabilities, reducing the risk of loss and ensuring compatibility with different outlets.
Implementation Method 1
the wireless charger is configured to charge a device received by the charging region
Data Source
AI summary
A computing device may comprise: a housing that defines an interior of the computing device, and a wireless charger that is selectively moveable from a first position to a second position, wherein in the first position, a charging region of the wireless charger within the interior of the housing, and in the second position, the charging region of the wireless charger is outside of the housing and is configured to receive a device for charging.