18581646. ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
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ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD
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HIKARU Takahashi of Kanagawa (JP)
ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18581646 titled 'ELECTRONIC APPARATUS AND CONTROL METHOD
The abstract describes an apparatus that connects to a power source device and an external apparatus, controlling power input and output, stepping up or down voltage, and setting paths for power distribution based on attribute information of the power source device and required voltage of the external apparatus.
- The apparatus connects to a power source device and an external apparatus.
- It controls power input and output between the power source device and the external apparatus.
- The apparatus can step up or step down the voltage of the power input from the power source device.
- It sets paths for power distribution based on attribute information of the power source device and required voltage of the external apparatus.
- The apparatus switches between paths with and without voltage conversion based on the attribute information and required voltage.
Potential Applications: - Power management systems - Voltage regulation in electronic devices - Energy-efficient power distribution systems
Problems Solved: - Efficient power distribution - Voltage matching between devices - Optimal power utilization
Benefits: - Improved energy efficiency - Enhanced device performance - Customized power distribution based on device requirements
Commercial Applications: Title: "Smart Power Distribution System for Enhanced Efficiency" This technology can be used in various industries such as electronics, telecommunications, and renewable energy to optimize power distribution and improve overall efficiency.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the apparatus determine the required voltage for the external apparatus? - The apparatus acquires attribute information of the power source device and the required voltage of the external apparatus to make this determination. 2. What are the key advantages of using this apparatus in power management systems? - The apparatus offers improved energy efficiency, optimized power distribution, and enhanced device performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
An apparatus connects to a power source device and an external apparatus, controls power input from the power source device and power output to the external apparatus, steps up or steps down voltage of the power input from the power source device, and sets a path through which the power input from the power source device is output to the external apparatus. The apparatus acquires attribute information of the power source device and required voltage of the external apparatus and, performs control, based on the attribute information and the required voltage, to switch between a path through which the power input from the power source device is output to the external apparatus via a voltage conversion, and a path through which the power input from the power source device is output to the external apparatus not via the voltage conversion.
