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Inductively chargeable audio devices

US8193769B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 25, 2010
Grant dateJun 5, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 25, 2030

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02J50/40
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An inductively enabled audio speaker is disclosed configured to receive power inductively from an inductive power outlet. The audio speaker device has a voice coil which, as well as being able to produce an audible output, is further configured to function as a secondary inductor to inductively couple with a primary inductor. The inductively enabled audio speaker may be used to power an electrical device such as a Bluetooth earpiece, a telephone or the like.

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