Terminal Device Wireless Charging Transceiver

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Solution Overview

Problem

Traditional terminal devices are limited in flexibility as they only function as receiving ends for wireless charging, requiring an external charging base, which is cumbersome to carry.

Innovation Solution

A terminal device equipped with a receiving coil, wireless charging module, inverter circuit, and transmitting coil, allowing it to both receive and transmit wireless charging signals, enabling peer-to-peer wireless charging and improving flexibility.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If terminal devices only function as receiving ends for wireless charging, then the charging system is simple, but the flexibility and convenience are reduced due to requiring an external charging base

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveflexibilityVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The terminal device is designed with both receiving coil and transmitting coil, enabling it to function as both a wireless charging receiver and transmitter. This multi-functionality allows the device to charge itself or charge other devices without requiring an external charging base, thereby improving flexibility and adaptability while maintaining reasonable device complexity through integrated circuit design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If terminal devices only receive wireless charging signals, then the device structure is simple, but the convenience is reduced due to needing to carry a charging base

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveconvenienceVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

By equipping the terminal device with both receiving and transmitting wireless charging capabilities, the device can serve multiple purposes: self-charging, charging other devices, and eliminating the need to carry a separate charging base. This universal functionality significantly improves ease of operation and convenience.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The terminal device can charge itself wirelessly by receiving signals and can also provide wireless charging to other devices. This self-service capability eliminates the need for external charging equipment, making the device more convenient to use without requiring additional accessories.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If the terminal device includes both receiving and transmitting coils, then flexibility is improved, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveflexibilityVSAvoiddevice complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The terminal device integrates both receiving and transmitting wireless charging functions, allowing it to adapt to different charging scenarios. The device can switch between receiving mode and transmitting mode as needed, providing high flexibility for various use cases such as self-charging or charging other devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

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 flexible wireless charging by allowing terminal devices to both receive and transmit charging signals, enhancing convenience and usability.

Implementation Method 1

a receiving coil, configured to receive a wireless charging signal

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

a transmitting coil, configured to transmit a wireless charging signal to the outside based on the alternating current signal

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS11552503B2Terminal device and charging control method
Publication Date: 2023.01.10 GUANGDONG OPPO MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORP LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides a terminal device and a charging control method. The terminal device includes a receiving coil, a wireless charging module, an inverter circuit and a transmitting coil. The receiving coil is configured to receive a wireless charging signal. The wireless charging module is configured to perform a wireless charging to a battery based on the wireless charging signal received by the receiving coil. The inverter circuit is configured to generate an alternating current signal based on a power supply voltage provided by the battery. The transmitting coil is configured to transmit a wireless charging signal to the outside based on the alternating current signal.