Wireless Power Receiver Alert System for Theft Prevention
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users of electronic devices face inconvenience in charging their devices due to the need to carry chargers and find power sources, and wireless power transmission solutions like pocket-forming may lead to issues with stolen or forgotten wireless power receivers in off-premises settings.
Innovation Solution
An off-premises alert system and method for wireless power receivers in a wireless power network, utilizing automated software on receivers that trigger alerts and communication controls between transmitters and receivers, including microprocessors, Bluetooth Low Energy chips, and RF antenna arrays to manage power transmission and detect loss of communication, prompting users to return the receivers.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If wireless power receivers are deployed in off-premises settings, then wireless power transmission convenience is improved, but risk of theft and loss increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by establishing communication links and registering receivers before power transmission begins. The transmitter stores receiver identifiers and communicates with receivers to establish ownership or usage rights prior to charging, enabling later tracking and recovery efforts if theft or loss occurs.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms through automated software that continuously monitors communication between transmitters and receivers. When a receiver moves beyond communication range or shows signs of unauthorized removal, the system detects this through lost communication feedback and triggers alert notifications to authorities or owners.
2Reliability
If communication monitoring is implemented to detect lost receivers, then security and recovery capability are improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs self-service mechanisms where receivers automatically transmit identification signals and status information to transmitters without requiring manual intervention. The automated software on transmitters independently monitors communication status, detects lost receivers, and triggers alert notifications without human involvement, reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The communication monitoring system serves multiple functions: it establishes initial communication for power transmission, registers receiver identifiers, monitors ongoing power delivery status, detects receiver loss, and triggers recovery alerts. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate dedicated monitoring hardware or protocols.
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
Ensures efficient and secure wireless power charging by preventing unauthorized use and ensuring return of wireless power receivers, reducing the burden on users and minimizing device theft through audible alerts and remote notification systems.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing automated software on receivers that trigger alerts and communication controls between transmitters and receivers, including microprocessors, Bluetooth Low Energy chips, and RF antenna arrays to manage power transmission
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments in the present disclosure may be directed to an off-premises alert system and method for one or more wireless power receivers in a wireless power network. The system and method may include automated software embedded on a wireless power receiver that may be triggered every time a wireless power receiver is turned on. The system and method may be employed in stores where customers may use wireless power receivers to charge their mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and the like, while being inside the store. The method may prevent customers from not returning the wireless power receiver by producing an audible alert in the power receiver. If customer fails to return wireless power receiver, the method may then automatically report details regarding the lost wireless power receiver to an appropriate authority through automatic communication connection through any intervening network cloud-based media.