Wireless Charging Carry Case for Multi-Device Power Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users often need to carry multiple chargers for different electronic devices due to varying charging requirements, and existing wireless charging solutions require mechanical alignment, limiting versatility and efficiency in power transfer.
Innovation Solution
A portable carry case with integrated induction coils and a control circuit that facilitates wireless power and data transfer among multiple devices, allowing for automatic alignment and efficient power distribution based on device characteristics and user preferences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different chargers are used to support multiple electronic devices, then charging compatibility is improved, but device complexity and portability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply device is designed with a universal base unit that can charge multiple different electronic devices through interchangeable tips. Each tip is configured for a specific device type, allowing a single base unit to serve multiple charging functions, thereby improving adaptability while reducing the total number of chargers needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The charging system is divided into two independent parts: a universal base unit and multiple interchangeable tips. This segmentation allows the base unit to remain simple and portable while the tips provide device-specific compatibility, resolving the contradiction between versatility and complexity.
2Loss of energy
If wireless charging requires mechanical alignment, then power transfer efficiency is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The wireless charging system employs dynamic alignment mechanisms that automatically adjust the position of transmitting and receiving coils during the charging process. This dynamic adjustment maintains optimal alignment without requiring manual intervention, thereby preserving power transfer efficiency while improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The alignment system operates autonomously, using sensors and actuators to self-correct misalignment between charging coils. This self-aligning capability eliminates the need for user intervention, resolving the contradiction between maintaining efficiency and ease of use.
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 flexible and efficient charging of multiple devices without the need for multiple chargers, optimizing power transfer efficiency through automatic alignment and dynamic power apportioning.
Implementation Method 1
a primary coil configured to inductively receive energy from a source coil of a removable wireless source device
Implementation Method 2
a secondary coil configured to inductively provide energy to a target coil of a removable wireless target device
Data Source
AI summary
A carry case can house multiple removable electronic devices and facilitate wireless power or data communication among the devices. The case can include a primary coil for inductively receiving energy from a source device, and a secondary coil for inductively providing energy to a target device. The case can include a control circuit or a storage circuit coupled with the primary coil or the secondary coil. The control circuit can coordinate an inductive energy transfer among the source device, the target device, and the storage circuit using the primary or secondary coils.