GB2507712A - Charging device for mobile phone - Google Patents
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- H—ELECTRICITY
- H02—GENERATION; CONVERSION OR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC POWER
- H02J—CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS OR SYSTEMS FOR SUPPLYING OR DISTRIBUTING ELECTRIC POWER; SYSTEMS FOR STORING ELECTRIC ENERGY
- H02J7/00—Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
- H02J7/0013—Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries acting upon several batteries simultaneously or sequentially
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- H—ELECTRICITY
- H02—GENERATION; CONVERSION OR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC POWER
- H02J—CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS OR SYSTEMS FOR SUPPLYING OR DISTRIBUTING ELECTRIC POWER; SYSTEMS FOR STORING ELECTRIC ENERGY
- H02J7/00—Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
- H02J7/0042—Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries characterised by the mechanical construction
- H02J7/0044—Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries characterised by the mechanical construction specially adapted for holding portable devices containing batteries
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- H—ELECTRICITY
- H02—GENERATION; CONVERSION OR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC POWER
- H02J—CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS OR SYSTEMS FOR SUPPLYING OR DISTRIBUTING ELECTRIC POWER; SYSTEMS FOR STORING ELECTRIC ENERGY
- H02J7/00—Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
- H02J7/34—Parallel operation in networks using both storage and other dc sources, e.g. providing buffering
- H02J7/342—The other DC source being a battery actively interacting with the first one, i.e. battery to battery charging
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- H—ELECTRICITY
- H02—GENERATION; CONVERSION OR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRIC POWER
- H02J—CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENTS OR SYSTEMS FOR SUPPLYING OR DISTRIBUTING ELECTRIC POWER; SYSTEMS FOR STORING ELECTRIC ENERGY
- H02J2310/00—The network for supplying or distributing electric power characterised by its spatial reach or by the load
- H02J2310/10—The network having a local or delimited stationary reach
- H02J2310/20—The network being internal to a load
- H02J2310/22—The load being a portable electronic device
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Abstract
A device for providing a top-up of electrical charge for a smartphone 46 comprises a rechargeable battery section 40, a retractable power cord 42 and a connector 44 capable of connecting the device to any kind of cell phone. The device is purchased with a requisite amount of charge to provide a predetermined charge time for a users smartphone 46, such as 10 minutes, 20 minutes, etc. and is returned after use. The charging device when hired is charged on a charging plate with timer setting plate, which controls the amount of charging time to be provided to the user. The device thus provides a means for a user to top up a mobile phone in a public area without the need for a mains charging device.
Description
CHARGING DEVICE
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a device for charging electrical devices.
More particularly, the present invention relates to a device for charging mobile phones such as smartphones.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Mobile phones such as smartphones are now commonplace and an integral part of social and business life. However, a significant problem of mobile phones and especially smartphones is that the battery life can be quite short and may last for only between 10 to 14 hours. The power drawn from smartphones can be further increased when the phones are used for energy intense applications such as accessing the internet, watching video or playing games and this can further reduce the operating time of the battery.
The battery for mobile phones can run out at inopportune moments rendering the device useless until the battery can be re-charged. There is therefore a need to provide users with a method of providing a temporary top-up to their battery until they can return home or to their office and charge their device fully.
Although there are a number of devices on the market for providing top-up charging to mobile phone batteries they all suffer from a number of problems.
For example, solar powered devices are only suitable for countries with a high amount of sun and do not work at night. Solar powered devices are also expensive and are only able to re-charge certain types of batteries.
Inductive charging mats are also available but require a "phone sleeve" to allow inductive charging to occur. This means only certain phone models can be charged using these types of mats. The main drawback for these mats is that they have to make contact with the "power sleeve" in order to charge. This means that the mat has to be powered by a mains power source meaning that the product would be dangerous in a pub/club environment due to liquids being spilled.
It is an object of at least one aspect of the present invention to obviate or mitigate at least one or more of the aforementioned problems.
It is a further object of at least one aspect of the present invention to provide an improved charging device for mobile phones and in particular smartphones.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to a first aspect of the present invention there is provided a charging device for a mobile phone comprising: a rechargeable battery capable of providing electrical charge and power to a mobile phone; a connector capable of connecting the charging device to a mobile phone wherein the charging device is purchased by a user and then returned after use.
The present invention therefore relates to the provision of a rechargeable charging device for mobile phones such as smartphones. In particular, the invention relates to a charging device which is suitable for use in social environments such as pubs and clubs.
Typically, the charging device may be of any suitable shape. In particular embodiments the charging device may be substantially cylindrical with a flat upper and lower face. Advertising may be placed on the upper surface which may advertise the charging device or may advertise other products with the advertising space therefore being sold. The advertising can also be swapped according to current on-going promotions.
On the underside of the charging device there may be a charging socket which is capable of charging any type of mobile phone.
The charging device may also comprise a retractable power cord which may recoil into the base of the charging device when not in use.
At the end of the power cord there may be a connector, for example a USB connector, which is capable of charging mobile phones. A micro-connector may be used for charging Apple (Registered Trade Mark) mobile phones.
The charging device may be made from any suitable material such as durable anodised aluminium and glass construction.
The charging devices may also be splash proof, wipe clean and are suitable for bar and club use.
The battery in the charging device may be any suitable high power battery such as a high power density lithium polymer battery capable of delivering several hours of emergency battery charging.
The charging device may be charged on a charging plate. The charging plate may have a timer setting plate on which the amount of time being provided to a user may be set e.g. 10 minutes of charge, 30 minutes of charge etc. A user may therefore purchase varying lengths of charge.
The charging device may be purchased over the counter in a social environment such as in a pub or club and then returned when all of the charging time from the charging device has been used.
A remote status check on the usage of the charging device may also be performed. The system may therefore allow authorised personnel to log in via a secure interface and monitor the usage of the charging devices via a computer.
For example, data can be gathered to summarise charging device usage at any given time and therefore provide an overview of the demand for the devices.
The charging device may alternatively be located in a self service station.
The self service station may allow for easy payment and distribution of the charging devices in the form of a vending machine. The self-service station may also be used for charging devices being returned once used. The self service station may comprise: a display screen allowing user friendly interface allowing users to browse through the options and choose the desired charge time they want to assign to the charging device; a bank card slot and panel for easy payment access with payment options and process being shown on the display screen and a transparent facia allowing users to view the available charging devices. The self service station may be placed in pubs, clubs etc. allowing users to easily top up their phone charge.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Embodiments of the present invention will now be described by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings in which: Figure 1 is a view of a charging device according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 is a view of charging devices according to an embodiment of the present invention located on a charging plate; Figure 3 is a further view of charging devices according to an embodiment of the present invention located on a charging plate; Figure 4 is a view of a charging device according to an embodiment of the present invention charging a mobile phone; Figure 5 is a view of a system check being conducted on charging device according to an embodiment of the present invention; and Figure 6 is a view of a self-service station for charging devices according to an embodiment of the present invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Generally speaking, the present invention resides on the provision of a charging device for mobile phones. In particular, the invention relates to a charging device which is suitable for use in social environments such as pubs and clubs.
Figure 1 is a view of charging devices 10. As shown the charging device is of a substantially cylinder shape 12 with a flat upper surface 16 onto which advertising may be placed. On the underside 14 of the charging device 10 there is shown a charging socket 24 which is capable of charging any type of mobile phone. There is also shown a retractable power cord 18 which can recoil into the base of the charging device 10 when not in use. At the end of the power cord 18 there is a connector 22, for example a USB connector, which is capable of charging mobile phones. The micro-connector 20 can be used for charging Apple (Registered Trade Mark) mobile phones.
The charging devices 10 can be made from durable anodised aluminium and glass construction. The devices 10 are also splash proof, wipe clean and are suitable for bar and club use. The advertising on the upper surface 16 of the charging devices can also be swapped according to current on-going promotions with the advertising space being sold.
The battery in the charging devices 10 can be any suitable high power battery such as a high power density lithium polymer battery capable of delivering several hours of emergency battery charging.
Figure 2 is a view of several charging devices 32, 34, 36, 38 located on a charging plate 30. The charging plate 30 has a timer set plate 34 on which the amount of time being provided to a user may be set. The purchaser may buy varying levels of charge for their phone.
Figure 3 shows one of the charging devices 32 being moved onto the timer set plate 34. For example, a user may buy a charging time of 10 minutes whereupon a mobile phone can be connected and re-charged.
Figure 4 shows a mobile phone being charged on a charging device 40 via a power cord 42 and a connector 44.
Figure 5 is a view of the ability to provide a status check on a charging device 10. The system therefore allows authorised personnel to log in via a secure interface and monitor the usage of the charging devices via a computer 50. For example, data can be gathered to summarise charging device usage at any given time and therefore provide an overview of the demand for the devices.
This will facilitate distributors to assign the optimum number of charging devices to specific locations.
Figure 6 is a self service station 60 according to the present invention.
The self service station 60 allows for easy payment and distribution of the charging devices in the form of a vending machine. The self-service station may also be used for charging devices being returned once used. The different features of the self service station 60 are described below: 1. LCD touchscreen with user friendly interface allowing users to browse through the options and choose the desired charge time they want to assign to the charging device.
2. Bank card slot and panel for easy payment access. Payment options and process are displayed on the LCD screen.
3. Transparent facia allowing users to view the available charging devices.
4. Charging device automatically dispensed upon successful payment.
5. Advertisement space to promote the charging system or alternative which can be sold for additional revenue.
The self service station 60 can therefore be placed in pubs, clubs etc. allowing users to easily top up their phone charge.
Whilst specific embodiments of the present invention have been described above, it will be appreciated that departures from the described embodiments may still fall within the scope of the present invention. For example, the charging device may use any suitable type of battery to provide the charge to the mobile phone. Moreover, any form of connectors may be used to connect the charging device to the mobile phone. The charging device may also be located in a range of locations such as restaurants, sports clubs and any other recreational facility.
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- CLAIMS1. A charging device for a mobile phone comprising: a rechargeable battery capable of providing electrical charge and power to a mobile phone; a connector capable of connecting the charging device to a mobile phone wherein the charging device is purchased by a user and then returned after use.
- 2. A charging device according to claim 1, wherein the charging device is used to charge smartphones in social environments such as pubs and clubs.
- 3. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device is of a substantially cylindrical shape with a flat upper and lower face.
- 4. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein advertising is placed on the upper surface which advertises the charging device or other products and wherein the advertising space has been sold.
- 5. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein on the underside of the charging device there is a charging socket which is capable of charging any type of mobile phone.
- 6. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device also comprises a retractable power cord which recoils into the base of the charging device when not in use.
- 7. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein at the end of the power cord there is a connector, for example a USB connector, which is capable of charging mobile phones or micro-connector which is used for charging Apple (Registered Trade Mark) mobile phones.
- 8. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device is made from any suitable material such as durable anodised aluminium and glass construction.
- 9. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device is splash proof, wipe clean and is suitable for bar and club use.
- 10. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the battery in the charging device is any suitable high power battery such as a high power density lithium polymer battery capable of delivering several hours of emergency battery charging.
- 11. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device is charged on a charging plate and the charging plate has a timer setting plate on which the amount of time being provided to a user may be set e.g. 10 minutes of charge, 30 minutes of charge etc.
- 12. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device is purchased over the counter in a social environment such as in a pub or club and then returned when all of the charging time from the charging device has been used.
- 13. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein a remote status check on the usage of the charging device is capable of being performed.
- 14. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the system allows authorised personnel to log in via a secure interface and monitor the usage of the charging devices via a computer.
- 15. A charging device according to any preceding claim, wherein the charging device is located in a self service station which allows for easy payment and distribution of the charging devices in the form of a vending machine in a pub or club.
- 16. A charging device according to claim 15, wherein the self service station comprises: a display screen allowing user friendly interface allowing users to browse through the options and choose the desired charge time they want to assign to the charging device; a bank card slot and panel for easy payment access with payment options and process being shown on the display screen and a transparent facia allowing users to view the available charging devices.
- 17. A charging device as hereinbefore described and/or as shown in Figures 1 to 6.
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