Procter & Gamble had 21 patents in future of work during Q4 2023. The Procter & Gamble Co filed patents for a switched mode power supply charger device for personal care appliances, featuring compartments for a converter and communication circuit. Another patent involves a method for making tampons with primary and secondary absorbent members, where continuous lengths are cut and assembled with a cord and thread. GlobalData’s report on Procter & Gamble gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Procter & Gamble grant share with future of work as a theme is 66% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Switched mode power supply charger device, kit, and methods of manufacturing and using such a power supply device (Patent ID: US20230421065A1)
The patent filed by The Procter & Gamble Co. describes a switched mode power supply charger device for personal care appliances. The device includes a power supply cable with a connector for engagement with the appliance, a power plug with a sealed first compartment containing an AC/DC converter, and a second compartment housing a communication circuit with a wireless interface for network connection. The housing of the power plug includes a wall separating the compartments, with a passage sealed against water ingress for conductor extension.
The device is designed to provide dual functionality as a power supply for battery charging and a data hub for collecting and transmitting appliance-related data. The communication circuit includes a power supply input connected to conductors, a power supply output connected to the power supply cable, and a wireless interface circuit for transmitting data. The power plug also features a user interface with actuation elements and status indicators. Additionally, the patent covers a kit comprising the device and a personal care appliance, as well as a method for manufacturing the switched mode power supply charger device. Overall, the invention aims to provide a versatile and efficient charging solution for personal care appliances with added data transmission capabilities.
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