Wearable Connector Circuit for Simultaneous Charging and Data Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing connectors for electronic devices limit power supply due to limited ports, making it inconvenient to use devices when they run out of power, as external power cannot be used for data transmission.
Innovation Solution
A connector system that includes a power source, power-supplying connector components, a power line, and a power-supplying state detection circuit to enable power supply and data transmission between electronic devices, with a message transmission line to manage power states, allowing the devices to switch between power supply modes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If a connector is used to connect two electronic devices for data transmission, then data transmission between devices is enabled, but power consumption increases and the device runs out of power faster
Solution Approach 1:
A power bank is introduced as an intermediary device between the two electronic devices. The power bank serves dual functions: it provides power supply to both devices through its power supply terminals and enables data transmission through its data transmission terminals. This intermediary solution resolves the power consumption issue by externalizing the power source while maintaining data transmission capability.
2Loss of information
If the connector port is used for data transmission, then data can be transmitted between devices, but external power supply cannot be connected simultaneously due to limited ports
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is designed with multi-functionality to serve both data transmission and power supply purposes. The connector includes multiple terminals: data transmission terminals for data communication and power supply terminals for electrical connection. This universal design allows a single connector to handle both data and power functions, eliminating the need for separate connections.
3Use of energy by moving object
If an electronic device runs out of power during use, then the device must be charged, but data transmission must be stopped during charging
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables continuous data transmission while power is being supplied from the power bank. The power bank maintains power supply to both electronic devices throughout the data transmission process, eliminating interruptions. The connection remains active and stable, allowing uninterrupted data exchange without requiring devices to be disconnected for recharging.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides a connector for coupling a first electronic device and a second electronic device. The first electronic device is able to supply power to the second electronic device and implement data transmission between the first electronic device and the second electronic device. The connector includes: a power source; a first connector component configured to be coupled with the first electronic device; a power-supplying connector component configured to be coupled with the power source; a power line configured to couple the second electronic device and the first connector component with the power-supplying connector component; a power-supplying state detection circuit configured to be coupled with the power-supplying connector component; and a message transmission line having a first end coupled with the power-supplying state detection circuit and a second end configured in one of a first configuration and a second configuration.