Vehicle Handle With Adjustable Wireless Charging Support

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Solution Overview

Problem

Drivers face challenges in charging electronic devices like smartphones within vehicles, as existing solutions require adapters and dedicated supports, which are not always convenient or space-efficient.

Innovation Solution

A vehicle handle with integrated wireless charging capabilities and adjustable positioning, allowing for secure placement and charging of devices without additional adapters or supports, utilizing a C-shaped handle with fixing and handling mechanisms for sliding, rotating, and frictional alignment, and an electrical connection to the vehicle's power source.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If chargers using ISO sockets are used, then electronic devices can be charged, but additional adapters and dedicated supports are required

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveCharging convenienceVSAvoidNumber of components
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The charging means are integrated directly into the handle structure, merging the charging function with the existing handle component. This eliminates the need for separate adapters and supports, as the handle itself becomes the charging station for electronic devices.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The handle is designed to serve multiple functions: it provides the traditional gripping function for vehicle access and simultaneously serves as a charging device for electronic devices. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for dedicated charging supports.

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

2Reliability

If dedicated supports for charging devices are installed, then devices can be charged securely, but vehicle space is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveDevice positioning stabilityVSAvoidAvailable vehicle space
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The charging support function is merged with the handle structure itself. The handle serves as both the support for gripping and the support for charging devices, eliminating the need for additional dedicated supports that would occupy vehicle space.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The handle is designed to universally support both its traditional gripping function and the new function of holding and charging electronic devices. This multi-functional design provides secure device positioning without requiring additional space-consuming components.

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

3Ease of operation

If fixed charging supports are installed, then devices can be charged, but installation complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveCharging accessibilityVSAvoidInstallation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The charging means are combined with the handle into a single integrated component. This merger simplifies installation, as the charging function is added during handle manufacturing rather than requiring separate installation of additional charging supports.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

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 convenient, adapter-free charging of electronic devices within vehicles, optimizing space and allowing for easy installation as a replacement for existing handles, maintaining device position during vehicle movement.

Implementation Method 1

friction means configured to maintain the charging means in a fixed position on the handle

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFriction: Friction

Data Source

PatentEP3498532B1Vehicle comprising a handle
Publication Date: 2024.01.24 IVECO SPA
  • EP3498532B1 patent drawingFigure 1
  • EP3498532B1 patent drawingFigure 2~4

AI summary

A handle (2) for a vehicle comprising charging means (10) for electronic devices (13) and handling means (11) configured for positioning the charging means (10) on the handle (2) in an adjustable manner.