Software-Defined Wireless Charging for Multi-Device Compatibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless charging solutions are costly and time-consuming to develop, lack flexibility, and face compatibility issues due to limited reconfigurability and intelligent capabilities, leading to inefficiencies and delayed innovation in meeting user demands for high-performance and convenient charging solutions.
Innovation Solution
A programmatic wireless charging system development platform that allows developers to configure and optimize wireless charging systems via a user-friendly interface, using software and firmware to generate configuration files for reconfigurable hardware, enabling simultaneous charging of multiple devices and adapting to different standards and power requirements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If customized wireless charging solutions are developed using traditional engineering methods, then the charging performance can be optimized for specific devices, but the development cost and time increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables dynamic adjustment of charging parameters (power levels, frequency, voltage) through software configuration rather than hardware redesign. This allows optimized charging performance for different devices without requiring extensive re-engineering, thus reducing development time while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The wireless charging system transitions from static, fixed configurations to dynamic, reconfigurable settings that can adapt to different devices and charging scenarios. The system can modify operating parameters in real-time based on device requirements, eliminating the need for multiple customized hardware designs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple diverse wireless charging standards are supported, then the system becomes more versatile, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements a universal wireless charging platform that can support multiple charging standards (Qi, AirFuel, proprietary protocols) through software configuration rather than requiring separate hardware implementations for each standard. This multi-functional approach maintains versatility while minimizing added complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system introduces a software layer as an intermediary between the hardware and different charging standards. This mediator translates various standard requirements into unified hardware operations, allowing diverse standard support without proportionally increasing hardware complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If reconfigurable hardware is used to improve flexibility, then the system can adapt to different devices, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system replaces complex mechanical reconfiguration mechanisms with software-based configuration. Instead of physically reconfiguring hardware components for different devices, the system uses programmable control to adjust charging parameters, simplifying manufacturing while maintaining adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system achieves reconfigurability by changing operational parameters (power, frequency, voltage, current) through software rather than requiring physical hardware modifications. This approach maintains manufacturing simplicity while enabling flexibility across different device types and power requirements.
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 platform enhances flexibility, efficiency, and safety in wireless charging by allowing for real-time configuration and optimization, reducing development costs and time, and enabling seamless integration with various devices and standards, thus addressing the limitations of existing solutions.
Implementation Method 1
a transmitter for wireless charging of a device using electromagnetic induction
Data Source
AI summary
Programmatic development of a software-defined wireless charging apparatus capable of charging multiple and different devices simultaneously is presented. Developer software is used to input specifications for the charging apparatus and generate configuration files that are used to configure operating software for the charging apparatus. The developer software can also design configurable hardware for fabrication of the charging apparatus, and can provide diagnostic data for use in optimizing the charging apparatus design. Wireless charging systems having novel capabilities are also provided.