Wireless Charging System Integrated into Personal Storage Items
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional charging methods for mobile devices are stationary and require access to power outlets, limiting the ability to charge devices on the go, especially in situations where power outlets are unavailable.
Innovation Solution
A wireless personal electronic charging system integrated into personal storage items like bags or clothing, utilizing inductive charging technology and a power controller to transfer power from a wireless induction charger receiver to a device battery, allowing for convenient charging without the need for stationary power sources.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional charging methods using power outlets are used, then devices can be charged reliably, but users cannot charge devices when away from stationary power sources
Solution Approach 1:
The charging system is divided into separate components: a portable charging unit that can be carried away from power sources, and a stationary power source unit. This segmentation allows the charging functionality to be separated from the power source location, enabling mobile charging while maintaining reliability through the portable unit's ability to store and transfer energy.
Solution Approach 2:
A portable charging unit acts as an intermediary between the stationary power source and the mobile device. This intermediary stores energy when connected to power sources and provides energy when the device needs charging away from outlets, thus bridging the gap between stationary power availability and mobile charging needs.
2Reliability
If users carry additional charging items, then charging availability improves, but device complexity and portability worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The charging functionality is merged with a common personal item that users already carry, such as a bag or clothing item. By integrating the charging unit into an existing personal accessory rather than requiring a separate dedicated charging device, the system provides charging availability without increasing the number of items users need to carry.
Solution Approach 2:
The portable charging unit is designed to be universally applicable and can be integrated into various personal items (bags, clothing, accessories). This multi-functionality approach allows the same charging technology to serve different purposes and be incorporated into existing personal belongings, avoiding the need for specialized charging equipment.
3Ease of operation
If inductive charging technology is integrated into personal items, then charging convenience improves, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The inductive charging components are extracted as separate, modular units that can be independently manufactured and then integrated into personal items. This extraction approach allows the complex inductive charging technology to be developed and tested separately before integration, simplifying the overall manufacturing process by separating the complex technological component from the simple personal item structure.
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 users to charge their devices throughout the day while away from stationary charging stations, extending battery life and providing a convenient, integrated charging solution that does not require additional carrying items.
Implementation Method 1
a wireless induction charger receiver and a system battery configured to receive and store power from the wireless induction charger receiver
Implementation Method 2
a system battery configured to receive and store power from the wireless induction charger receiver
Implementation Method 3
a connector in electrical communication with the power section and, when a portable electronic device including a device battery is located within the storage location, in electrical communication with the device battery, wherein the connector transfers power from the power section to the device battery
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure provides wireless personal electronic charging systems including a personal storage item including a storage location for a portable electronic device, the personal storage item further includes a power section including a wireless induction charger receiver and a system battery configured to receive and store power from the wireless induction charger receiver. The personal storage item further includes a connector in electrical communication with the power section and, when a portable electronic device including a device battery is located within the storage location, in electrical communication with the device battery, wherein the connector transfers power from the power section to the device battery when the connector is connected to the portable electronic device.