TV Wireless Power Transmitter RF Energy Pockets
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wireless power transmission methods are inefficient and cumbersome, requiring direct alignment and significant power boosting, which leads to energy wastage and interference, especially for portable electronic devices that need frequent charging.
Innovation Solution
A transmitter system that creates a three-dimensional pocket of energy using RF waves, allowing receivers to capture and convert this energy into electrical power without physical connection, using algorithms to direct and control the waveform for efficient energy transfer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If traditional wireless power transmission methods are used, then power can be transmitted wirelessly, but energy wastage and interference increase due to the need for significant power boosting and direct alignment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates localized three-dimensional pockets of energy at specific spatial coordinates where receivers are located, rather than broadcasting power uniformly in all directions. This concentrates energy precisely where needed, reducing overall energy wastage while eliminating the need for excessive power boosting.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from traditional two-dimensional planar power transmission to three-dimensional volumetric energy pockets. This dimensional expansion allows energy to be distributed and concentrated in volumetric space, improving efficiency by matching the spatial distribution of multiple receivers simultaneously.
2Ease of operation
If traditional wireless power transmission is used, then wireless charging is achieved, but direct alignment between transmitter and receiver is required which reduces ease of operation
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts and forms multiple three-dimensional energy pockets in real-time based on receiver locations and requirements. This dynamic adaptability eliminates the need for fixed alignment, allowing receivers to be charged from any position within the coverage area while the system automatically optimizes energy distribution.
Solution Approach 2:
The transmitter is designed to simultaneously serve multiple receivers with different positions, orientations, and power requirements by creating multiple independent energy pockets. This universal capability allows a single transmitter to handle diverse charging scenarios without requiring precise alignment with each individual receiver.
3Length of stationary object
If power boosting is increased to extend transmission distance, then wireless power transmission range is improved, but energy wastage and interference with surrounding devices increase
Solution Approach 1:
Energy is concentrated into localized three-dimensional pockets at specific distances and locations rather than being broadcast uniformly. This spatial precision allows power to be transmitted effectively over distance while confining energy to specific zones, preventing interference with electronic devices outside these designated pockets.
Solution Approach 2:
The transmission space is segmented into multiple discrete three-dimensional energy pockets, each targeted at specific receiver locations. This segmentation allows the system to extend transmission distance by creating multiple focused zones rather than using a single broad high-power transmission, thereby reducing overall interference.
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 and wireless charging of multiple electronic devices by forming a localized energy field that can be harvested by receivers, reducing energy wastage and interference, and allowing for charging on the go without the need for direct alignment.
Implementation Method 1
A transmitter may be used to emit RF waves and define a pocket of energy
Implementation Method 2
A receiver may be used to receive the RF waves and convert the energy into electrical power
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus for transmitting wireless power is provided. The apparatus comprising a television system and a transmitter coupled to the television system. The transmitter is configured to emit a plurality of wireless power waves and define a pocket of energy thereby so that a receiver is able to interface with the pocket of energy and charge a device thereby, wherein the device is coupled to the receiver.