17950801. SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING WIRELESS CHARGER COUPLING simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING WIRELESS CHARGER COUPLING
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
William R. Allan of Boulder Creek CA (US)
Guangwu Duan of Cupertino CA (US)
Chaitanya Mudivarthi of Sunnyvale CA (US)
Long T. Pham of San Jose CA (US)
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING WIRELESS CHARGER COUPLING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17950801 titled 'SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING WIRELESS CHARGER COUPLING
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a patent application related to circuitry in electronic devices that can detect signals from a wireless charger and determine its position relative to the device's power transfer coil. This information can be used to guide users in attaching the wireless charger correctly, with visual indications on the device's display.
- The circuitry uses multiple magnetic sensors to detect the alternating current signal transmitted by the wireless charger.
- It can also detect the magnetic field generated by magnets in the wireless charger.
- By analyzing these signals, the circuitry can determine the position of the wireless charger relative to the power transfer coil in the electronic device.
- The circuitry provides feedback to users, such as visual indications on the device's display, to help them attach the wireless charger correctly.
Potential Applications
- Wireless charging technology for electronic devices.
- Improving the user experience and ease of use for wireless chargers.
- Enhancing the efficiency and reliability of wireless charging systems.
Problems Solved
- Difficulty in aligning wireless chargers correctly with the power transfer coil in electronic devices.
- Lack of visual guidance for users to attach wireless chargers accurately.
- Inefficient or unreliable wireless charging due to misalignment.
Benefits
- Simplifies the process of attaching wireless chargers to electronic devices.
- Reduces the chances of misalignment and improves the efficiency of wireless charging.
- Provides visual feedback to users, enhancing the user experience and ease of use.
Original Abstract Submitted
Circuitry in the electronic device may use a plurality of magnetic sensors to detect an alternating current signal transmitted by the wireless charger and/or to detect a magnetic field generated by one or more magnets in the wireless charger. The circuitry may determine a position of the wireless charger relative to a wireless power transfer coil in the electronic device and provide feedback to guide users in attaching the wireless charger to the correct position on the electronic device, including such as visual indications on a device display.
