Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240328827). INDUCTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SENSING EXTERNAL DEVICE BY INDUCTION DEVICE simplified abstract
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INDUCTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SENSING EXTERNAL DEVICE BY INDUCTION DEVICE
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INDUCTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SENSING EXTERNAL DEVICE BY INDUCTION DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240328827 titled 'INDUCTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SENSING EXTERNAL DEVICE BY INDUCTION DEVICE
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes an induction device that can detect an external device through wireless power transmission and determine its proximity based on phase delay values between currents.
- The device includes a wireless power transmission circuit, a current sensor, and at least one processor.
- The processor outputs power to detect an external device and measures the current flowing through the transmission coil to identify the phase delay values.
- By comparing the phase delay values with a designated threshold, the device can determine if the external device is in proximity.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Wireless power transmission circuit for detecting external devices.
- Current sensor for measuring current flow through the transmission coil.
- Processor to analyze phase delay values and determine proximity of external devices.
Potential Applications:
- Smart home systems
- Industrial automation
- Medical devices
Problems Solved:
- Efficient detection of external devices
- Proximity sensing without physical contact
Benefits:
- Improved automation processes
- Enhanced safety measures
- Energy efficiency
Commercial Applications:
Potential commercial applications include smart home devices, industrial automation systems, and medical equipment.
Prior Art:
Readers can explore prior art related to wireless power transmission, current sensors, and proximity detection technologies.
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Questions about Induction Devices: 1. How does the induction device detect external devices wirelessly? 2. What are the potential benefits of using phase delay values to determine proximity?
Original Abstract Submitted
an induction device includes: a wireless power transmission circuit; a current sensor; and at least one processor connected to the wireless power transmission circuit and the current sensor, wherein the at least one processor is configured to output first power for detecting of an external device through the wireless power transmission circuit, identify a first phase of a first current by measuring the first current flowing through a transmission coil of the wireless power transmission circuit using the current sensor while outputting the first power, in a first state where the external device is not in proximity, identify a phase delay value between the first phase of the first current and a second phase of a second current, and identify a second state where the external device is in proximity when the identified phase delay value is equal to or greater than a designated threshold.