Autonomous robot auto-docking and energy management systems and methods
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Abstract
A method for energy management in a robotic device includes providing a base station for mating with the robotic device, determining a quantity of energy stored in an energy storage unit of the robotic device, and performing a predetermined task based at least in part on the quantity of energy stored. Also disclosed are systems for emitting avoidance signals to prevent inadvertent contact between the robot and the base station, and systems for emitting homing signals to allow the robotic device to accurately dock with the base station.
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31 Claims
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26. A method of charging a battery of a device, the method comprising the steps of:
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providing a non-charging energy to charging terminals of a charger;
confirming a presence of the device across the charging terminals by recognizing a load formed by a circuit in the charger combined with a complimentary circuit in the device; and
increasing energy to the charging terminals to a charging current to charge the battery. - View Dependent Claims (27, 31)
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28. A system for charging a mobile device, the system comprising:
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a stationary charger comprising a plurality of first charging terminals;
circuitry for confirming a presence of the device across the charging terminals by recognizing a load formed by a circuit in the charger combined with a complimentary circuit in the device; and
a mobile device comprising;
a battery; and
a plurality of second charging terminals adapted to mate with first charging terminals. - View Dependent Claims (29, 30)
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