18539569. CONTROLLING POWER IN A WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER SYSTEM simplified abstract (KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.)

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CONTROLLING POWER IN A WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER SYSTEM

Organization Name

KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.

Inventor(s)

ANDRIES Van Wageningen of WIJLRE (NL)

ANTONIUS ADRAAN MARIA Staring of EINDHOVEN (NL)

CONTROLLING POWER IN A WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18539569 titled 'CONTROLLING POWER IN A WIRELESS POWER TRANSFER SYSTEM

Simplified Explanation

The power transmitter providing power to a power receiver comprises a communicator communicating with the power receiver and a negotiator negotiating a guaranteed power level with the power receiver prior to a power transfer phase. The guaranteed power level is a minimum power level guaranteed by the power transmitter throughout the power transfer phase. During the power transfer phase, a determiner dynamically determines an available power level based on the prevailing operating parameters. The power controller is arranged to, during the power transfer phase, increase the power level above the guaranteed minimum level in response to power control messages, and to reduce the power level regardless of the power control messages in response to a detection that the power level exceeds the available power level.

  • Power transmitter providing power to a power receiver
  • Communicator and negotiator for negotiating a guaranteed power level
  • Determiner for dynamically determining an available power level
  • Power controller for adjusting power level during the power transfer phase

Potential Applications

This technology could be applied in wireless charging systems, electric vehicle charging stations, and industrial power transfer systems.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of ensuring a minimum guaranteed power level during power transfer phases, optimizing power delivery efficiency, and preventing power overload.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved power transfer efficiency, enhanced safety by preventing power overload, and increased reliability of power delivery systems.

Potential Commercial Applications

The potential commercial applications of this technology include wireless charging technology for consumer electronics, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and industrial power transfer systems.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology could be existing wireless charging systems that negotiate power levels with receiving devices, but may not dynamically adjust power levels during the power transfer phase.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact energy consumption in comparison to traditional power transfer methods?

This article does not provide specific data on the energy consumption efficiency of this technology compared to traditional power transfer methods.

What are the potential limitations or constraints of implementing this technology in different power transfer systems?

The article does not address the potential challenges or limitations of integrating this technology into various power transfer systems, such as compatibility issues or scalability concerns.


Original Abstract Submitted

The power transmitter () providing power to a power receiver () comprises a communicator () communicating with the power receiver () and a negotiator () negotiating a guaranteed power level with the power receiver () prior to a power transfer phase. The guaranteed power level is a minimum power level guaranteed by the power transmitter () throughout the power transfer phase. During the power transfer phase, a determiner () dynamically determines an available power level based on the prevailing operating parameters. The available power level is one that can currently be provided but is not guaranteed. The power controller () is arranged to, during the power transfer phase, increase the power level above the guaranteed minimum level in response to power control messages, and to reduce the power level regardless of the power control messages in response to a detection that the power level exceeds the available power level.