Wireless Power Supply Dynamic Mode Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless power supply systems lack the ability to dynamically adjust control methodologies based on the location or usage context of remote devices, leading to inefficient energy transfer and limited functionality in point-of-display and point-of-use scenarios.
Innovation Solution
A wireless power supply system that selectively controls remote devices using different methodologies, including a point-of-display mode for demonstration and a point-of-use mode for charging, utilizing a bypass switch and sensor-activated control to adapt power transfer and device operation based on the device's location and usage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single control methodology is used for all wireless power supply scenarios, then the system structure remains simple, but the system cannot optimize energy transfer efficiency for different usage contexts (point-of-display vs. point-of-use)
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic control methodology selection by detecting the operational state of the remote device and automatically switching between point-of-display and point-of-use control modes. The system transitions from a static single-methodology approach to a dynamic adaptive approach, where the control methodology changes based on real-time device state detection, thereby optimizing energy transfer efficiency for different usage contexts without requiring multiple separate systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The wireless power supply system autonomously determines whether to apply point-of-display or point-of-use control methodology by detecting the operational state of the remote device itself. The system performs self-diagnosis and self-adjustment without external intervention, selecting the appropriate control mode based on whether the device is in display mode or operational mode, thus resolving the contradiction through self-service adaptation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If wireless power supply systems provide only charging functionality, then the system design remains simple, but the system cannot provide enhanced functionality such as demonstration modes for attracting customer attention at point of sale
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables dynamic functionality adjustment by switching between point-of-display control methodology (which activates demonstration features like lighting and visual effects) and point-of-use control methodology (which provides only charging functionality). The system dynamically activates or deactivates energy-consuming demonstration features based on the detected operational state of the remote device, providing enhanced functionality when needed while conserving energy during normal charging operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies different control methodologies to different spatial contexts: point-of-display locations receive enhanced functionality with demonstration features activated, while point-of-use locations receive standard charging functionality. This local differentiation allows the system to provide enhanced functionality selectively at point of sale locations without unnecessarily consuming additional energy at all locations, resolving the contradiction through spatially differentiated quality.
3Ease of manufacture
If the system uses point-of-display control methodology with demonstration modes, then customer attention is attracted at point of sale, but energy transfer efficiency decreases due to additional load on the remote device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic switching between control methodologies to resolve the energy efficiency contradiction. When the remote device is detected to be in display mode, the system applies point-of-display control methodology that activates demonstration features. When the device is in operational mode, the system switches to point-of-use control methodology that prioritizes energy transfer efficiency for charging. This dynamic adaptation allows marketing effectiveness to be achieved only when needed, while maintaining energy efficiency during normal operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system periodically detects the operational state of the remote device and switches between control methodologies accordingly. The demonstration modes are activated periodically during display periods rather than continuously, allowing energy transfer efficiency to be optimized during charging periods while still providing marketing effectiveness during designated display periods. This periodic action resolves the contradiction by separating the time when marketing effectiveness is needed from when energy efficiency is prioritized.
4Adaptability or versatility
If additional circuitry is added to the remote device to enable multiple control methodologies, then the device can operate in different modes, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements multi-functionality within the existing remote device circuitry by enabling it to respond to different control methodologies (point-of-display and point-of-use) using the same hardware components. The remote device's existing circuitry is made universal by programming it to interpret and respond to different control signals appropriately, eliminating the need for additional dedicated circuitry for each mode while still achieving multi-mode operation capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent achieves multiple operational modes by changing the control parameters and signaling protocols rather than adding physical hardware. The system varies control parameters such as power transmission characteristics, communication protocols, and operational states to enable different modes of operation using the same remote device circuitry. This parameter-based differentiation allows multi-mode operation without increasing device complexity through additional circuitry.
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 efficient energy transfer and enhanced functionality by allowing the system to operate remote devices in different modes, optimizing energy use and user interaction, such as attracting attention at the point of display or indicating charging status at the point of use.
Implementation Method 1
a wireless power supply that supplies energy inductively to a remote device
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a wireless power supply system in which a remote device is provided with different control methodologies depending on one or more factors. One type of wireless power supply can selectively control one or more remote devices according to a first control methodology and another type of wireless power supply can control the remote device according to a second control methodology. In one embodiment, a wireless power supply system is provided for wirelessly powering a display circuit in a product located at a point of display differently than when charging at a point of use, or when the device is in use. In another embodiment, a wireless power supply is programmed to operate a remote device according to a primary control methodology and the remote device is programmed to operate the remote device according to a secondary control methodology where the remote device includes circuitry for enabling the primary control methodology instead of the secondary control methodology.