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Low power detection of wireless power devices

US9853478B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 17, 2011
Grant dateDec 26, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 30, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02J50/90
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments are directed to detection and validation of wirelessly chargeable devices positioned within a charging region of a wireless power transmitter. A device may include a wireless power transmitter configured detect a change in at least one parameter at the transmitter. The transmitter may further be configured to determine whether at least one valid chargeable device is positioned within a charging region of the transmitter upon detecting the change in the at least one parameter.

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