Wearable Strap Integrating Inductive Charging System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for powering portable electronic devices are cumbersome and fail to address compatibility issues across various charging standards, often requiring devices to be stored in inaccessible locations for charging.
Innovation Solution
A wearable load-bearing strap with integrated inductive charging coils and an internal power supply, allowing devices to be wirelessly charged using the Qi standard, with easily accessible pockets and a waterproof design for universal compatibility and convenience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Use of energy by moving object
If external brick power packs are carried to provide power to electronic devices, then power supply capability is improved, but device portability and convenience deteriorate due to doubled size and cumbersome carrying
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the power pack, charging coils, and device storage into a single integrated wearable strap system. The power pack is integrated into the strap structure rather than carried separately, merging multiple functions (power supply, charging, device carrying) into one unified system that wears comfortably on the body.
Solution Approach 2:
The wearable strap serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a power pack housing, contains inductive charging coils for wireless charging, provides elastic pockets for device storage, and functions as a wearable accessory. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate power pack and device carrier.
2Adaptability or versatility
If connector-based charging solutions are used to power devices, then charging compatibility is improved, but device complexity increases due to multiple connector types and standards
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical connector-based charging with inductive wireless charging coils. Instead of requiring physical plugging and matching of various connector types (USB, Thunderbolt, etc.), the system uses electromagnetic induction to transfer power wirelessly, eliminating mechanical complexity entirely.
Solution Approach 2:
The inductive charging coils act as an intermediary between the power pack and the device, enabling power transfer through electromagnetic fields without direct physical contact. This intermediary mechanism provides universal compatibility across different device types without requiring device-specific connectors.
3Reliability
If devices are stored in inaccessible locations for charging, then charging function is improved, but ease of access deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent moves the charging function from a fixed, inaccessible location (inside a bag compartment) to a wearable dimension on the user's body. The strap wears on the shoulder or chest, bringing the charging system into the user's immediate personal space and line of sight, making devices easily accessible while maintaining charging functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic pockets are pre-positioned on the wearable strap at easily accessible locations. Devices can be placed in these pockets before charging begins, and the pockets are designed from the outset to provide both charging proximity and user accessibility, eliminating the need to search for devices stored in inaccessible bag compartments.
4Reliability
If inductive charging coils are positioned out of reach for user access, then charging capability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The wearable strap design allows the charging system to move dynamically with the user's body movements. As the user moves, the strap and embedded coils move accordingly, maintaining consistent proximity to devices in the elastic pockets. This dynamic positioning ensures charging capability is maintained while keeping devices within the user's natural reach zone.
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 hands-free, on-the-go charging of portable devices with universal compatibility, reducing the need for external power packs and ensuring easy access while maintaining device safety and convenience.
Implementation Method 1
Within these straps are positioned a series of inductive charging coils and an internal power supply. This assembly will wirelessly charge any device equipped to the Qi industry standard
Data Source
AI summary
A load-bearing strap with an inductive charging system is an apparatus that allows a user to charge a portable device, handsfree. The apparatus includes at least one strap, at least one pocket, a plurality of channels, and an inductive charging system. The inductive charging system is safely housed within the at least one strap as the at least one strap includes at least one charging chamber, a controller chamber, and a power source chamber. The at least one strap connects a bag about a user and houses the inductive charging system. The at least one pocket connects a portable device with the at least one strap. The plurality of channels connects the at least one charging chamber, the controller chamber, and the power source chamber with each other. The inductive charging system inductively charges a portable device with at least one set of coils, a microcontroller, and a power source.