POPPOWER WIRELESS CHARGER
Company
PopSockets, Boulder, CO
Timeframe
2018-2019
Role
Senior Quality Engineer, Product Development
Project Goal
Develop a wireless charging pad capable of charging phones with a PopSockets grip, overcoming the increased stack height by extending the charging distance from 2-5 mm to 9-15 mm.
Collaboration with NuCurrent
Partnered with an electronics design firm to develop a new transmitter coil within the Qi standard, enabling longer-distance charging.
Design Optimization
Provided data-driven insights for iterative improvements, enhancing the device's thermal performance and ensuring safe operation.
Mechanical Testing & Method Development
Led comprehensive testing, including drop tests, abrasion tests, print adhesion, cable bending, and plug durability tests to ensure product reliability.
Thermal Management
Conducted extensive thermal testing using thermocouples and data loggers to optimize heat dissipation. This included monitoring temperatures on the PCB, heatsink, and exterior surfaces.
