System and method for wireless charging
US9490649B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH02J50/70
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method to integrate a wireless charging apparatus and system into an existing or a standard wall electrical receptacle housing is disclosed. The system may utilize a transmitter that includes an antenna coupled with a controller that operates with a power converter for the wireless transmittal of an electrical signal to a receiver associated with an electrical device to be charged. An indicator may be illuminated or otherwise notify a user of the charging capability or status of the wireless charging apparatus of system. The wireless charging apparatus or system may also include a standard electrical socket for providing a wired electrical connection. A standard wall plate coupled with the wall electrical receptacle housing accommodates the transmitter and the electrical socket.
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