Wearable Charging Case Thermal Control With Thermoelectric Cooling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Wearable electronic devices face challenges in dissipating heat generated during operation, leading to increased temperatures that can damage components and reduce their lifespan when stored in protective cases, due to the sealed internal space which hinders heat dissipation.
Innovation Solution
A case device equipped with a thermoelectric module and a heat radiating member, which is partially exposed through accommodating grooves, allows for effective heat dissipation by controlling the thermoelectric module based on the wearable device's state information to maintain optimal temperature levels.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the case device has a sealed internal space for protecting the wearable device, then the protective function is improved, but heat dissipation capability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The case device housing is segmented with through-type accommodating grooves that divide the sealed internal space into regions, allowing heat dissipation pathways to be integrated into the protective structure. The grooves create channels that enable heat to escape while maintaining overall protection.
Solution Approach 2:
A thermoelectric module is introduced as an intermediary component between the wearable device and the external environment. This module actively manages heat transfer, enabling the sealed case to dissipate heat controlled by the processor based on temperature sensors.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If the case device is completely sealed to protect components, then protection capability is improved, but heat dissipation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The sealed structure is segmented by incorporating through-type accommodating grooves that create heat dissipation channels. These grooves are strategically positioned to allow heat to escape from the internal space while maintaining protection against external harmful factors.
Solution Approach 2:
Temperature sensors detect the temperature of the wearable device and provide feedback to the processor. The processor then controls the thermoelectric module to actively manage heat dissipation, creating a closed-loop system that balances protection and heat management.
3Reliability
If the internal space is sealed for storage protection, then storage safety is improved, but temperature control deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The thermoelectric module serves as an intermediary that enables active temperature control within the sealed storage space. It can pump heat from the wearable device to the external environment, allowing precise temperature management while maintaining the sealed protective enclosure.
Solution Approach 2:
Temperature sensors continuously monitor the internal temperature and provide feedback to the processor. Based on this feedback, the processor adjusts the operation of the thermoelectric module to maintain optimal temperature conditions for stored devices.
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
The solution effectively limits temperature increases in wearable devices, preventing component damage and extending their lifespan by efficiently dissipating heat generated by both the device and the case itself.
Implementation Method 1
at least one thermoelectric module disposed to be partially exposed through the at least one accommodating groove
Implementation Method 2
a heat radiating member disposed adjacent to the at least one thermoelectric module
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AI summary
A case device for presenting a charging function of various embodiments of the present disclosure may include a housing including an internal space for accommodating a wearable device, a communication interface for presenting a wired or wireless connection with the wearable device, at least one accommodating groove formed in the internal space for accommodating the wearable device, at least one thermoelectric module disposed to be partially exposed through the at least one accommodating groove, a heat radiating member disposed adjacent to the at least one thermoelectric module, a battery disposed inside the housing, and at least one processor electrically connected to the communication interface, the at least one thermoelectric module, the heat radiating member, and the battery. The at least one processor may acquire state information of the wearable device, and control the at least one thermoelectric module, based on the state information of the wearable device.