Mobile device locator and configurable mobile device holder

Abstract

A mobile device holder (100) includes a body (110) having a plurality of cavities (112). The mobile device holder (100) includes a first component (101), a second component (102), and a third component (103). The first component (101) is coupled to the body (110). The first component (101) can be configured to couple to different portions of the body (110). The first component (101) includes a first arm (120a) configured to couple to the body (110), a first slider (140a) coupled to the first arm (120a), a first cap (150) coupled to the first arm (120a), and a first screw (170a) coupled to the first cap (150), wherein the first slider (140a) is configured to move along the first arm (120a), and wherein the first screw (170a) is configured to move the first slider (140a) along the first arm (120a) and toward the body (110). All components have the same structure and each component can be connected to the main body (110).

Description

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This application claims priority to and the benefit of Non-Provisional Application No. 17 / 194,171 filed in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on March 5, 2021, and Provisional Application No. 63 / 058,361 filed in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on July 29, 2020, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth in their entireties and for all applicable purposes. Technical Field

[0003] Various features relate to mobile device holders and positioners. Background Art

[0004] Mobile devices are tested to confirm and / or verify that the mobile devices operate as designed. For example, mobile devices are tested to determine and calibrate the radio frequency (RF) performance of the mobile devices. Testing the mobile devices includes testing how well the mobile device's antenna transmits and / or receives signals. There is an ongoing need to provide devices and / or components for testing mobile devices such that the devices and / or components do not interfere with signals being sent to and received from the mobile device's antenna. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Various features relate to mobile device holders and positioners.

[0006] One example provides a mobile device holder that includes a body having a plurality of cavities. The mobile device holder includes a first component, a second component, and a third component. The first component is coupled to the body. The first component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The first component includes a first arm configured to couple to the body, a first slider coupled to the first arm, a first cap coupled to the first arm, and a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm, and wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body. The second component is coupled to the body. The second component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The second component includes a second arm configured to couple to the body, a second slider coupled to the second arm, a second cap coupled to the second arm, and a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm, and wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the body. The third component is coupled to the body. The third component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The third component includes a third arm configured to be coupled to the body, a third slider coupled to the third arm, a third cap coupled to the third arm, and a third screw coupled to the third cap, wherein the third slider is configured to move along the third arm, and wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the body.

[0007] Another example provides a mobile device positioner that includes a base, a first frame coupled to the base, a first component coupled to the first frame, a second frame coupled to the first component, a second component coupled to the second frame, and a mobile device holder coupled to the second component, wherein the first component is configured to rotate the component along a first plane, and wherein the second component is configured to rotate the component along a second plane. The mobile device holder includes a body having a plurality of cavities. The mobile device holder includes a first component, a second component, and a third component. The first component is coupled to the body. The first component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The first component includes a first arm configured to couple to the body, a first slider coupled to the first arm, a first cap coupled to the first arm, and a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm, and wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body. The second component is coupled to the body. The second component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The second assembly includes a second arm configured to couple to the main body, a second slider coupled to the second arm, a second cap coupled to the second arm, and a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm, and wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the main body. A third assembly is coupled to the main body. The third assembly can be configured to couple to a different portion of the main body. The third assembly includes a third arm configured to couple to the main body, a third slider coupled to the third arm, a third cap coupled to the third arm, and a third screw coupled to the third cap, wherein the third slider is configured to move along the third arm, and wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the main body. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0008] Various features, properties and advantages will become apparent from the detailed description set forth below when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals identify correspondingly throughout.

[0009] Figure 1 Illustrative views of a configurable mobile device stand are illustrated.

[0010] Figure 2 Illustrated are exemplary views of configurations of a configurable mobile device stand coupled to a mobile device.

[0011] Figure 3 Illustrated are exemplary views of another configuration of a configurable mobile device stand coupled to a mobile device.

[0012] Figure 4 An exemplary view of another configurable mobile device stand is illustrated.

[0013] Figure 5 An exemplary view of another configurable mobile device stand is illustrated.

[0014] Figure 6 Illustrated are exemplary views of an arm for a mobile device stand.

[0015] Figure 7 Another exemplary view of an arm for a mobile device stand is illustrated.

[0016] Figure 8 Illustrated are exemplary views of a slider for a mobile device holder.

[0017] Figure 9 Another exemplary view of a slider for a mobile device holder is illustrated.

[0018] Figure 10 Illustrated are exemplary views of a cap for a mobile device stand.

[0019] Figure 11 Another exemplary view of a cap for a mobile device stand is illustrated.

[0020] Figure 12 An exemplary sequence for coupling a mobile device to a configurable mobile device holder is illustrated.

[0021] Figure 13 Illustrated are exemplary views of a configurable mobile device holder with a snap coupling.

[0022] Figure 14 Illustrated are exemplary views of an arm and slider assembly with a snap-fit ​​coupling for a configurable mobile device stand.

[0023] Figure 15 Illustrated are exemplary views of an arm and slider assembly with a snap-fit ​​coupling for a configurable mobile device stand.

[0024] Figure 16 Illustrated is an exemplary view of an arm coupled to a body via a snap coupling.

[0025] Figure 17 Illustrated are exemplary views of a manual locator with a configurable mobile device holder.

[0026] Figure 18 Illustrated are exemplary views of a motorized locator that may be implemented with a configurable mobile device holder. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] In the following description, specific details are given to provide a thorough understanding of various aspects of the present disclosure. However, those skilled in the art will appreciate that these aspects can be practiced without these specific details. For example, circuits may be shown in block diagrams to avoid obscuring these aspects with unnecessary detail. In other cases, well-known circuits, structures, and techniques may not be shown in detail to avoid obscuring aspects of the present disclosure.

[0028] The present disclosure describes a mobile device holder and positioner. The positioner can be a manual positioner or a motorized positioner. The positioner can include a mobile device holder. The mobile device holder can be a configurable mobile device holder. The mobile device holder includes a body having a plurality of cavities. The mobile device holder includes a first component, a second component, and a third component. The first component is coupled to the body. The first component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The first component includes a first arm configured to couple to the body, a first slider coupled to the first arm, a first cap coupled to the first arm, and a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm, and wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body. The second component is coupled to the body. The second component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The second component includes a second arm configured to couple to the body, a second slider coupled to the second arm, a second cap coupled to the second arm, and a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm, and wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the body. The third component is coupled to the body. The third component can be configured to couple to different portions of the body. The third component includes a third arm configured to couple to the main body, a third slider coupled to the third arm, a third cap coupled to the third arm, and a third screw coupled to the third cap, wherein the third slider is configured to move along the third arm, and wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the main body. The mobile device holder may include a fourth component. The mobile device holder may be configured to hold mobile devices of various sizes and shapes. Different mobile devices may have different numbers of antennas, and these antennas may be located on different parts of the mobile device. The first component, the second component, and the third component may be positioned and coupled to different parts of the main body so as not to interfere with the various antennas of different mobile devices.

[0029] Exemplary Configurable Mobile Device Stand

[0030] Figure 1 A view of a mobile device holder 100 is illustrated. The mobile device holder 100 can be a configurable mobile device holder. The mobile device holder 100 is configured to hold and / or couple to mobile devices of various shapes and / or sizes. As will be further described below, the mobile device holder 100 includes removable and / or configurable components that can be positioned in various locations so as not to interfere with the antenna of the mobile device. In addition, the various components are made of non-metallic materials so as not to affect signals (e.g., radio frequency (RF) signals, 5G RF millimeter wave signals) transmitted to and from the antenna of the mobile device.

[0031] The mobile device holder 100 includes a body 110 having a plurality of cavities 112 and a plurality of cavities 114. The plurality of cavities 112 may be positioned across various surfaces of the body 110. The plurality of cavities 114 may be positioned across various surfaces of the body 110. The mobile device holder 100 includes a first component 101, a second component 102, a third component 103, and a fourth component 104.

[0032] The first assembly 101 is coupled to a first portion of the body 110. The first assembly 101 can be configured to couple to different portions of the body 110. The first assembly 101 includes a first arm 120a, a fastener 130a, a first slider 140a, a first cap 150a, a fastener 160a, and a first screw 170a. The first arm 120a is configured to couple to the body 110. The fastener 130a can be used to couple the first arm 120a to the first portion of the body 110. The fastener 130a can extend through a cavity in the first arm 120a and a first cavity among the plurality of cavities 112 of the body 110. The first slider 140a is coupled to the first arm 120a. The first slider 140a is configured to move along the first arm 120a. For example, the first slider 140a can be configured to move back and forth along the length of the first arm 120a. The first cap 150a is coupled to an end of the first arm 120a. A fastener 160a can be used to couple the first cap 150a to the first arm 120a. A first screw 170a is coupled to the first cap 150a. The first screw 170a is configured to move the first slider 140a along the first arm 120a and toward the body 110 and / or away from the first cap 150a. Turning the first screw 170a can move the first slider 140a toward the body 110.

[0033] The second assembly 102 is coupled to the second portion of the body 110. The second assembly 102 can be configured to couple to different portions of the body 110. The second assembly 102 includes a second arm 120b, a fastener 130b, a second slider 140b, a second cap 150b, a fastener 160b, and a second screw 170b. The second arm 120b is configured to couple to the body 110. The fastener 130b can be used to couple the second arm 120b to the second portion of the body 110. The fastener 130b can extend through a cavity in the second arm 120b and a second cavity among the plurality of cavities 112 of the body 110. The second slider 140b is coupled to the second arm 120b. The second slider 140b is configured to move along the second arm 120b. For example, the second slider 140b can be configured to move back and forth along the length of the second arm 120b. The second cap 150b is coupled to the end of the second arm 120b. A fastener 160b can be used to couple the second cap 150b to the second arm 120b. A second screw 170b is coupled to the second cap 150b. The second screw 170b is configured to move the second slider 140b along the second arm 120b and toward the body 110 and / or away from the second cap 150b. Turning the second screw 170b can move the second slider 140b toward the body 110.

[0034] The third assembly 103 is coupled to a third portion of the body 110. The third assembly 103 can be configured to couple to different portions of the body 110. The third assembly 103 includes a third arm 120c, a fastener 130c, a third slider 140c, a third cap 150c, a fastener 160c, and a third screw 170c. The third arm 120c is configured to couple to the body 110. The fastener 130c can be used to couple the third arm 120c to the third portion of the body 110. The fastener 130c can extend through a cavity in the third arm 120c and through a third cavity from among the plurality of cavities 112 in the body 110. The third slider 140c is coupled to the third arm 120c. The third slider 140c is configured to move along the third arm 120c. For example, the third slider 140c can be configured to move back and forth along the length of the third arm 120c. The third cap 150c is coupled to an end of the third arm 120c. A fastener 160c can be used to couple the third cap 150c to the third arm 120c. A third screw 170c is coupled to the third cap 150c. The third screw 170c is configured to move the third slider 140c along the third arm 120c and toward the body 110 and / or away from the third cap 150c. Rotating the third screw 170c can move the third slider 140c toward the body 110.

[0035] The fourth assembly 104 is coupled to the fourth portion of the body 110. The fourth assembly 104 can be configured to couple to different portions of the body 110. The fourth assembly 104 includes a fourth arm 120d, a fastener 130d, a fourth slider 140d, a fourth cap 150d, a fastener 160d, and a fourth screw 170d. The fourth arm 120d is configured to couple to the body 110. The fastener 130d can be used to couple the fourth arm 120d to the fourth portion of the body 110. The fastener 130d can extend through a cavity in the fourth arm 120d and a fourth cavity among the plurality of cavities 112 of the body 110. The fourth slider 140d is coupled to the fourth arm 120d. The fourth slider 140d is configured to move along the fourth arm 120d. For example, the fourth slider 140d can be configured to move back and forth along the length of the fourth arm 120d. The fourth cap 150d is coupled to the end of the fourth arm 120d. A fastener 160d can be used to couple the fourth cap 150d to the fourth arm 120d. A fourth screw 170d is coupled to the fourth cap 150d. The fourth screw 170d is configured to move the fourth slider 140d along the fourth arm 120d and toward the body 110 and / or away from the fourth cap 150d. Turning the fourth screw 170d can move the fourth slider 140d toward the body 110.

[0036] It should also be noted that the caps (e.g., 150a, 150b, 150c, 150d) can be coupled to different portions of the arms and are not limited to coupling to the end portions of the arms. More detailed examples of arms, sliders, and caps are described below at least in Figures 6-11 Shown and described in.

[0037] Different embodiments may use different materials for various components of the mobile device holder 100. The materials of the various components can be non-metallic and radio frequency (RF) transparent (e.g., transparent to 5G RF millimeter wave signals). RF transparent materials (e.g., transparent to 5G RF millimeter wave signals) mean that the RF field can penetrate the material with little or no heating of the material. For example, the body 110, the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103, and / or the fourth component 104 may include at least one non-metallic material. The body 110, the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103, and / or the fourth component 104 may not contain metal materials.

[0038] Examples of materials that may be used for the various components of the mobile device holder include Ertalyte PET-P, polycarbonate, Rohacell HF, nylon, phenolic resin, Peek (polyetheretherketone), and / or combinations thereof.

[0039] Ertalyte PET-P is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic polyester with good dimensional stability, excellent wear resistance, a low coefficient of friction, and high strength. This material can be used where high loads or wear resistance are required between moving parts. Polycarbonate is a transparent material that combines good processability, strength, and RF transparency (e.g., transparency for 5G RF millimeter-wave signals). Rohacell HF has very good RF transparency (e.g., transparency for 5G RF millimeter-wave signals), but suffers from poor strength and processability. Peek (chemically known as polyetheretherketone) is used when fasteners are subjected to high loads or repeated use. Advantages of Peek fasteners include excellent fatigue resistance, friction resistance, wear resistance, creep resistance, temperature resistance, and chemical resistance. Nylon can be used in static applications. Compared to Peek, nylon is very cost-effective, but nylon swells (and stretches) when wet. Nylon may not be suitable for repeated use or strength conditions. Phenolic resin (a type of glass fiber) is stronger than nylon, does not absorb moisture, and has excellent thermal properties.

[0040] In one example, the body 110, the arms (e.g., the first arm 120a, the second arm 120b, the third arm 120c, and the fourth arm 120d), and the caps (e.g., the first cap 150a, the second cap 150b, the third cap 150c, and the fourth cap 150d) can include polycarbonate. The sliders (e.g., the first slider 140a, the second slider 140b, the third slider 140c, and the fourth slider 140d) can include Ertalyte PET-P, and the screws (e.g., the first screw 170a, the second screw 170b, the third screw 170c, and the fourth screw 170d) and the fasteners (e.g., 130a, 130b, 130c, 130d, 160a, 160b, 160c, and 160d) can include Peek. However, any component of the mobile device holder 100 can include any of the above materials, including combinations of these materials.

[0041] Figure 2 A diagram illustrating how a mobile device is coupled to a mobile device holder. Figure 2 The configuration of the mobile device holder 100 coupled to the mobile device 200 is illustrated. The mobile device 200 includes a first antenna 202, a second antenna 204, and a third antenna 206. One or more of the antennas (e.g., 202, 204, 206) can be configured to transmit and receive cellular signals (e.g., 2G, 3G, 4G, and / or 5G signals) and / or wireless signals (e.g., WIFI signals).

[0042] The mobile device 200 can be coupled to the mobile device holder 100 with the front or back of the mobile device 200 facing the mobile device holder 100. To minimize the impact of the components of the mobile device holder 100 on sending signals to and receiving signals from the antennas (e.g., 202, 204, 206), various components (e.g., 101, 102, 103, 104) are coupled to the body 110 so that the components are not located on and / or near the antennas. For example, Figure 2 In the example, the first component 101 is coupled to the middle portion of the first side of the body 110, the second component 102 is coupled to the middle portion of the second side of the body 110, the third component 103 is coupled to the upper left portion of the body 110, and the fourth component 104 is coupled to the bottom portion of the body 110.

[0043] The first screw 170a can be rotated to push the first slider 140a toward the left side of the mobile device 200. The second screw 170b can be rotated to push the second slider 140b toward the right side of the mobile device 200. The third screw 170c can be rotated to push the third slider 140c toward the top side of the mobile device 200. The fourth screw 170d can be rotated to push the fourth slider 140d toward the bottom side of the mobile device 200. The combination of the main body 110, the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103, and the fourth component 104 holds and clamps the mobile device 200 in place, so that the mobile device 200 remains fixed relative to the main body 110 and / or the mobile device holder 100.

[0044] Figure 3 A diagram illustrating how a mobile device may be coupled to a mobile device holder. Figure 3 Another configuration of the mobile device holder 100 coupled to a mobile device 300 is shown. The mobile device 300 includes a first antenna 302, a second antenna 304, and a third antenna 306. One or more of the antennas (e.g., 302, 304, 306) can be configured to transmit and receive cellular signals (e.g., 2G, 3G, 4G, and / or 5G signals) and / or wireless signals (e.g., WIFI signals). The mobile device 300 has a different size and shape than the mobile device 200. In addition, the antennas of the mobile device 300 are located in different locations than the antennas of the mobile device 200.

[0045] exist Figure 3 In the configuration of the mobile device holder 100, the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103 and the fourth component 104 are Figure 2The components are coupled to different portions of the main body 110 in different ways. The first component 101 is coupled to the upper portion of the first side of the main body 110, the second component 102 is coupled to the lower portion of the second side of the main body 110, the third component 103 is coupled to the upper right portion of the main body 110, and the fourth component 104 is coupled to the lower right portion of the main body 110. The combination of the main body 110, the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103, and the fourth component 104 holds and clamps the mobile device 300 in place, so that the mobile device 200 remains fixed relative to the main body 110 and / or the mobile device holder 100.

[0046] Different embodiments of mobile device holders may have components with different shapes, sizes, and / or materials. For example, Figure 1-Figure 3 The mobile device holder 100 is shown having an I-shaped body 110. However, the body 110 may have a different shape. Figure 4 and Figure 5 A mobile device stand having different bodies and components is illustrated.

[0047] Figure 4 The mobile device holder 400 is shown as including a body 410, a first component 401, a second component 402, a third component 403, and a fourth component 404. The body 410 may include a plurality of cavities 112 as described for the body 110. The body 410 has a C-shape. The first component 401, the second component 402, the third component 403, and the fourth component 404 are similar to the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103, and the fourth component 104, respectively. Therefore, the first component 401, the second component 402, the third component 403, and the fourth component 404 may each include similar components, such as an arm (e.g., 120a), a fastener (e.g., 130a), a slider (e.g., 140a), a cap (e.g., 150a), a fastener (e.g., 160a), and a screw (e.g., 170a). The components may have different lengths. For example, the arm of the second component 402 may be longer than the arms of the other components. The arm of the first component 401 , the arm of the third component 403 , and the arm of the fourth component 404 may be shorter than the arm of the second component 402 .

[0048] Figure 5The mobile device holder 500 is shown as including a body 510, a first component 501, a second component 502, a third component 503, and a fourth component 504. The body 510 may include a plurality of cavities 112, as described for the body 110. The body 510 has an O-shape and / or a D-shape. The first component 501, the second component 502, the third component 503, and the fourth component 504 are similar to the first component 101, the second component 102, the third component 103, and the fourth component 104, respectively. Therefore, the first component 501, the second component 502, the third component 503, and the fourth component 504 may each include similar components, such as an arm (e.g., 120a), a fastener (e.g., 130a), a slider (e.g., 140a), a cap (e.g., 150a), a fastener (e.g., 160a), and a screw (e.g., 170a). The components (e.g., 501, 502, 503, 504) may have different lengths.

[0049] Note that in some embodiments, one or more of the components may be fixed and immovable. For example, one or more components may be coupled to the body (e.g., 110, 410, 510) in such a way that the components cannot be moved to different positions. For example, the fourth component (e.g., 104, 404, 504) may be fixed. In this case, the arm of the component (e.g., 120d) may be permanently coupled to the body. In some embodiments, the arm (of the fourth component) may be a fixed portion of the body. The fixed portion may be a coupling portion of the body that is configured to provide a force opposite to the force applied by the third component. However, different embodiments may have different coupling portions. In another example, the arm (e.g., 120d) may be part of the body (e.g., 110, 410, 510). This may be the case when the antenna is unlikely to be located in the lower portion of the mobile device.

[0050] Figures 6-11 Various views of components of a mobile device stand are illustrated. Figure 6 and Figure 7 The arm 120 is shown. The arm 120 includes a first cavity 600 and a second cavity 602. A fastener (e.g., 130a) can be used to couple the arm 120 to the body (e.g., 110, 410, 510) through the first cavity 600. Another fastener (e.g., 160a) can be used to couple the cap (e.g., 150) to the arm 120 through the second cavity 602. The arm 120 has an L-shape. However, the arm 120 can have a different shape. Figure 8-Figure 9 The slider 140 is shown. The slider 140 includes a cavity 800. The cavity 800 is used to couple the slider 140 to the arm 120. The slider 140 can be configured to move through the cavity 800 along the arm 120. The contour of the cavity 800 can match the contour cross-section of the arm 120. Figure 10-11The cap 150 is shown. The cap 150 includes a first cavity 1000 and a second cavity 1002. A fastener (e.g., 160a) can be used to couple the cap 150 to the arm 120 through the first cavity 1000. A screw (e.g., 170a) can extend through the second cavity 1002 of the cap 150. Turning the screw (e.g., 170a) can move the screw, which can push the slider 140 along the arm 120. Example Sequence of Coupling a Mobile Device to a Mobile Device Holder

[0051] Figure 12 An exemplary sequence for coupling a mobile device to a mobile device holder is illustrated. It should be noted that Figure 12 The sequence of steps may combine one or more stages to simplify and / or clarify the sequence of coupling the mobile device to the mobile device holder. Figure 12 The mobile device 200 is shown coupled to the mobile device holder 100. However, Figure 12 Can be used to couple any mobile device to any mobile device holder described in this disclosure. In some embodiments, the order of the processes can be changed or modified. In some embodiments, one or more processes can be replaced or substituted without departing from the spirit of this disclosure.

[0052] Stage 1 illustrates a mobile device stand 100. The mobile device stand 100 is a configurable mobile device stand 100. The mobile device stand 100 includes a first component 101 and a second component 102. The mobile device stand 100 may include: Figure 1 The third component 103 and the fourth component 104 are depicted. The first component 101 is coupled to the body 110. The second component 102 is coupled to the body 110.

[0053] Stage 2 illustrates a state after the mobile device 200 is positioned on the main body 110. The mobile device 200 may be positioned so that the front or back of the mobile device 200 faces the main body 110.

[0054] Stage 3 illustrates the state after first screw 170a is rotated, pushing first slider 140a toward one side of mobile device 200. First slider 140a moves along first arm 120a. Stage 3 also illustrates the state after second screw 170b is rotated, pushing second slider 140b toward the other side of mobile device 200. Second slider 140b moves along second arm 120b. First screw 170a and second screw 170b help hold and lock mobile device 200 in place. In addition, first slider 140a and second slider 140b have angled surfaces, which help apply force to mobile device 200 to push it toward main body 110.

[0055] Note that the third component 103 and the fourth component 104 are not in Figure 12However, the screws of the third component 103 and the fourth component 104 can be rotated in a similar manner to fix and hold the mobile device 200.

[0056] Exemplary Configurable Mobile Device Stand

[0057] Figure 13 A view of another mobile device holder 1300 is illustrated. The mobile device holder 1300 can be a configurable mobile device holder. The mobile device holder 1300 is configured to hold and / or couple to mobile devices of various shapes and / or sizes. As will be further described below, the mobile device holder 1300 includes movable and / or configurable components that can be positioned in various locations so as not to interfere with the antenna of the mobile device. In addition, the various components are made of non-metallic materials so as not to affect signals (e.g., radio frequency (RF) signals, 5G RF millimeter wave signals) entering and exiting the antenna of the mobile device.

[0058] The mobile device holder 1300 is similar to the mobile device holder 100 and thus includes similar components as the mobile device holder 100. However, the mobile device holder 1300 includes components with snap-fit ​​couplings. In some embodiments, the mobile device holder 1300 can bypass the use of one or more fasteners to couple the components to the body and / or the cap to the arm.

[0059] The mobile device holder 1300 includes a main body 1310, a first component 1301, a second component 1302, a third component 1303, and a fourth component 1304. The main body 1310 is similar to Figure 1 The body 1310 includes a plurality of cavities 1312, a plurality of cavities 1314, and a plurality of cavities 1316. The first component 1301, the second component 1302, the third component 1303, and the fourth component 1304 can be coupled to different portions of the body 1310. The first component 1301, the second component 1302, the third component 1303, and the fourth component 1304 can be coupled to the body 1310 by snap coupling, which will be described below at least in Figure 14-16 Further described in .

[0060] Figure 14 and Figure 15Assembly 1400 is illustrated. Assembly 1400 may represent first assembly 1301, second assembly 1302, third assembly 1303, and / or fourth assembly 1304. Assembly 1400 includes arm 120, slider 140, cap 150, and screw 170. Arm 120 includes at least one protrusion 1402. Protrusion 1402 allows arm 120 to be securely coupled to body 1310. Protrusion 1402 can be inserted into at least one cavity 1312 of body 1310. Protrusion 1402 can snap into and out of cavity 1312, achieving a snap-fit ​​coupling. A portion of protrusion 1402 can reside in cavity 1316, which holds protrusion 1402 and the corresponding arm 120 in place with body 1310. Protrusion 1402 may have various shapes. In one example, protrusion 1402 may be cylindrical. At least one protrusion 1402 may have a rigid portion and a flexible portion. When in a relaxed position, the cross-section of the flexible portion may be larger than the cross-section of the rigid portion. The flexible portion of at least one protrusion 1402 may bend inward when inserted into a cavity, allowing at least one protrusion 1402 to be inserted into the cavity. Once the flexible portion of at least one protrusion 1402 passes through the cavity, the flexible portion may snap back outward, allowing at least one protrusion 1402 to be coupled and locked to another component. Cap 150 may be coupled to arm 120 via a snap-fit ​​coupling. Cap 150 may include a protrusion similar to protrusion 1402. In some embodiments, arm 120 may include another protrusion that can be used to couple arm 120 to cap 150. The other protrusion of arm 120 may be similar to at least one protrusion 1402. The other protrusion of arm 120 may be coupled to a cavity (e.g., 1000) of cap 150. Different components of arm 120 may have different lengths.

[0061] Figure 16 The arm 120 is shown coupled to the body 1310 via at least one cavity 1312 and at least one protrusion 1402. The body 1310 can have different shapes and / or sizes as described for the body 110. For example, the body 1310 can include an I-shape, a C-shape, an O-shape, a D-shape, and / or combinations thereof. It should also be noted that the cap (e.g., 150, 150a, 150b, 150c, 150d) can be coupled to different portions of the arm and is not limited to coupling to the end portion of the arm.

[0062] Exemplary Mobile Device Locator

[0063] Figure 17 and Figure 18The figure shows various positioners, including a mobile device holder. Positioners can be used when testing the RF performance of mobile devices. Mobile device positioners help position the mobile device at various positions and angles within a chamber to test and measure the performance of various antenna positions in different scenarios.

[0064] Figure 17 A mobile device positioner 1700 is shown. Mobile device positioner 1700 may be a manual mobile device positioner. Mobile device positioner 1700 includes a base 1710, a vertical frame 1720, a first pivot frame 1730, a pivot column 1740, a vertical arm frame 1750, a pivot mount 1760, a second pivot frame 1770, and an adapter 1780. Vertical frame 1720 is coupled to base 1710. First pivot frame 1730 is coupled to vertical frame 1720 via pivot column 1740. Vertical arm frame 1750 is coupled to first pivot frame 1730. Pivot mount 1760 is coupled to vertical arm frame 1750. Second pivot frame 1770 is coupled to pivot mount 1760. Adapter 1780 is coupled to second pivot frame 1770. Mobile device holder 100 is coupled to adapter 1780. Fasteners can be used to couple the mobile device holder 100 to the adapter 1780. The fasteners can extend through cavities in the adapter 1780 and / or cavities (eg, 114, 1314) of the mobile device holder 100. The mobile device 200 is coupled to the mobile device holder 100.

[0065] The first pivot frame 1730 can rotate and / or pivot along a first plane. The first plane can be a vertical plane. The first pivot frame 1730 can rotate relative to the vertical frame 1720. The first pivot frame 1730 can include a calibration dial that helps indicate the angle of rotation (e.g., vertical rotation). Rotating the first pivot frame 1730 can cause the vertical arm frame 1750 to rotate, which ultimately causes the mobile device holder 100 and the mobile device 200 to rotate in a similar manner. The pivot post 1740 can be used to maintain the first pivot frame 1730 at a specific angle and / or rotation.

[0066] The second pivot frame 1770 can rotate and / or pivot along a second plane. The second plane can be a horizontal plane. The second pivot frame 1770 can rotate relative to the pivot mount 1760. The second pivot frame 1770 can include a calibration dial that helps indicate the rotation angle (e.g., horizontal rotation). Rotating the second pivot frame 1770 can cause the adapter 1780 to rotate, which ultimately causes the mobile device holder 100 and the mobile device 200 to rotate in a similar manner. One or more fasteners can be used to maintain the second pivot frame 1770 at a specific angle and / or rotation.

[0067] The first pivot frame 1730 and the second pivot frame 1770 can be used to position the mobile device 200 at any angle and position.

[0068] Figure 18 A mobile device locator 1800 is shown. Mobile device locator 1800 may be a motorized mobile device locator. Mobile device locator 1800 includes a base 1810, a frame 1820, a vertical frame 1830, a first motor 1840, a rotating frame 1850, a frame 1860, a frame 1870, and a second motor 1880. Frame 1820 is coupled to base 1810. Vertical frame 1830 is coupled to frame 1820. First motor 1840 is coupled to vertical frame 1830. Rotating frame 1850 is coupled to first motor 1840. Frame 1860 is coupled to rotating frame 1850. Frame 1870 is coupled to frame 1860. Second motor 1880 is coupled to frame 1870. First motor 1840 and / or second motor 1880 may each be a stepper motor and / or a rotation stage. Rotating frame 1850 may be a vertical rotating frame.

[0069] Adapter 1780 can be coupled to second motor 1880. Mobile device holder 100 can be coupled to second motor 1880 directly or through adapter 1780. For example, when using adapter 1780, adapter 1780 can be coupled to second motor 1880, and mobile device holder 100 can be coupled to adapter 1780. Fasteners can be used to couple mobile device holder 100 to adapter 1780. The fasteners can extend through cavities in adapter 1780 and / or cavities (e.g., 114, 1314) of mobile device holder 100. Mobile device 200 is coupled to mobile device holder 100.

[0070] The first motor 1840 is configured to rotate the rotating frame 1850 along a first plane. The first plane may be a vertical plane. The rotating frame 1850 may rotate relative to the first motor 1840 and / or the vertical frame 1830. The rotating frame 1850 may cause the mobile device holder 100 and the mobile device 200 to rotate in a similar manner.

[0071] Second motor 1880 is configured to rotate adapter 1780 and / or mobile device holder 100 along a second plane. The second plane can be a horizontal plane. Adapter 1780 and / or mobile device holder 100 can rotate relative to second motor 1880 and / or frame 1870. Rotating adapter 1780 and / or mobile device holder 100 can similarly rotate mobile device 200. First motor 1840 and second motor 1880 can be used to position mobile device 200 at any angle and in any position.

[0072] Figure 17 and Figure 18 The mobile device locator is illustrated with various components and / or portions. Note that some of these components and / or portions may be combined and / or omitted. For example, frame 1820 and vertical frame 1830 may be the same component. In another example, frame 1870 may be directly coupled to rotating frame 1850 rather than through frame 1860. In another example, frame 1870 and rotating frame 1850 may be the same component. In another example, vertical arm frame 1750 and pivot mount 1760 may be the same component. Figure 17-18 The various components and / or parts shown in can be mechanically coupled by various means including fasteners and / or adhesives. In some embodiments, a single component can be broken down into several components and / or parts. The various components and / or parts of the mobile device locator (e.g., 1700, 1800) can include the same material and / or similar materials as the mobile device holder. Note that the mobile device locator can include any mobile device holder described in this disclosure. Different embodiments can use different types of fasteners. The fasteners can include screws, bolts, and / or nuts. The frame can include a plate.

[0073] Figure 17-18 An example of a mobile device positioner is illustrated, comprising a base (e.g., 1710, 1810), a first component coupled to a first frame, a second frame (e.g., 1750, 1760, 1850) coupled to the first component, a second component coupled to the second frame, and a mobile device holder (e.g., 100, 400, 500) coupled to the second component. The first component is configured to rotate the component along a first plane. The first component may include a first pivot frame 1730 and / or a first motor 1840. The first plane may include a vertical plane or a horizontal plane. The second component is configured to rotate the component along a second plane. The second component may include a second pivot frame 1770 and / or a second motor 1880. The second plane may include a vertical plane or a horizontal plane.

[0074] like Figures 1-18 One or more components, processes, features, and / or functions shown may be rearranged and / or combined into a single component, process, feature, or function, or may be embodied in several components, processes, or functions. Additional elements, components, processes, and / or functions may also be added without departing from the present disclosure.

[0075] It should be noted that the drawings in this disclosure may represent actual representations and / or conceptual representations of various parts, components, objects, equipment, supports and / or positioners. In some instances, these figures may not be drawn to scale. In some instances, for the sake of clarity, not all parts and / or parts may be shown. In some instances, the positioning, location, size and / or shape of the various parts and / or components in the figures may be exemplary. In some embodiments, the various parts and / or parts in the figures may be optional.

[0076] As used herein, the word "exemplary" means "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment or aspect described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other aspects of the disclosure. Similarly, the term "aspect" does not require that all aspects of the disclosure include the discussed feature, advantage, or mode of operation. As used herein, the term "coupled" refers to a direct or indirect coupling (e.g., mechanical coupling) between two objects. For example, if object A physically contacts object B, and object B contacts object C, objects A and C can still be considered coupled to each other—even if they are not in direct physical contact with each other. The term "electrically coupled" can mean that two objects are directly or indirectly coupled together so that current (e.g., signal, power, ground) can flow between the two objects. Two objects that are electrically coupled may or may not have current flowing between them. The use of the terms "first," "second," "third," and "fourth" (and / or any number higher than fourth) is arbitrary. Any component described can be the first, second, third, or fourth component. For example, a component referred to as the second component can be the first, second, third, or fourth component. The terms "top" and "bottom" are arbitrary. A component that is located on top may be above a component that is located on the bottom. A component that is on top may be considered to be a component that is on the bottom, and vice versa. As described in this disclosure, depending on how bottom or top is arbitrarily defined, a first component that is located "on" a second component may mean that the first component is located above or below the second component. In another example, the first component may be located above (e.g., above) a first surface of the second component, and the third component may be located above (e.g., below) a second surface of the second component, where the second surface is opposite the first surface. It is also noted that in the context of one component being located above another component, the term "on" as used in this application may be used to refer to components that are on and / or in (e.g., on the surface of or embedded in) another component. Thus, for example, a first component that is located above a second component may mean: (1) the first component is above the second component, but not directly contacting the second component, (2) the first component is on (e.g., on the surface of) the second component, and / or (3) the first component is in (e.g., embedded in) the second component. A first component that is located "in" a second component may be located partially in or completely in the second component. As used in this disclosure, the term "about 'value X'" or "approximate value X" means within 10% of "value X." For example, a value of about 1 or approximately 1 means a value within the range of 0.9-1.1.

[0077] In addition, it is noted that the various disclosures contained herein may be described as processes depicted as flow charts, flowcharts, structure diagrams, or block diagrams. Although a flow chart may describe operations as a sequential process, many operations may be performed in parallel or simultaneously. Furthermore, the order of the operations may be rearranged. A process terminates when its operations are completed.

[0078] A summary of various aspects of the disclosure is provided below:

[0079] Aspect 1: A mobile device holder, comprising: a body including a plurality of cavities; a first component coupled to the body, wherein the first component can be configured to couple to different parts of the body, the first component comprising: a first arm configured to couple to the body; a first slider coupled to the first arm, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm; a first cap coupled to the first arm; a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body; a second component coupled to the body, wherein the second component can be configured to couple to different parts of the body, the second component comprising: a second arm configured to be coupled to the body; a second slider coupled to the second arm, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm; a second cap coupled to the second arm; a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the body; a third component coupled to the body, wherein the third component can be configured to couple to different parts of the body, the third component comprising: a third arm configured to be coupled to the body; a third cap coupled to the third arm; a third cap coupled to the third arm; a third screw coupled to the third cap, wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the body.

[0080] Aspect 2: The mobile device holder according to Aspect 1 further includes a fourth component coupled to the main body, wherein the fourth component can be configured to couple to different parts of the main body, and the fourth component includes: a fourth arm, configured to be coupled to the main body; a fourth slider, coupled to the fourth arm, wherein the fourth slider is configured to move along the fourth arm; a fourth cap, coupled to the fourth arm; and a fourth screw, coupled to the fourth cap, wherein the fourth screw is configured to move the fourth slider along the fourth arm and toward the main body.

[0081] Aspect 3: The mobile device holder according to aspects 1 to 2, wherein the first component is coupled to the first portion of the body, wherein the second component is coupled to the second portion of the body, and wherein the third component is coupled to the third portion of the body.

[0082] Aspect 4: A mobile device holder according to aspects 1 to 3, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through the first cavity of the body using a snap coupling, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through the second cavity of the body using a snap coupling, and wherein the third arm is coupled to the body through the third cavity of the body using a snap coupling.

[0083] Aspect 5: A mobile device holder according to Aspect 4, wherein the first arm includes at least one protrusion configured to snap into the first cavity of the body, wherein the second arm includes at least one protrusion configured to snap into the second cavity of the body, and wherein the third arm includes at least one protrusion configured to snap into the third cavity of the body.

[0084] Aspect 6: A mobile device holder according to aspects 1 to 3, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through the first cavity of the body using a first fastener, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through the second cavity of the body using a second fastener, and wherein the third arm is coupled to the body through the third cavity of the body using a third fastener.

[0085] Aspect 7: According to the mobile device holder of aspects 1 to 6, when the mobile device is coupled to the mobile device holder, the first component is configured to exert a force on the mobile device in a first direction, and the second component is configured to exert another force on the mobile device in a second direction.

[0086] Aspect 8: The mobile device holder according to aspects 1 to 7, wherein the body, the first component, the second component and the third component comprise at least one non-metallic material.

[0087] Aspect 9: The mobile device stand according to aspects 1 to 8, wherein the body comprises polycarbonate, wherein the first slider, the second slider, and the third slider comprise Ertalyte PET-P, and wherein the first screw, the second screw, and the third screw comprise polyetheretherketone.

[0088] Aspect 10: The mobile device stand according to aspects 1 to 9, wherein the main body, the first component, the second component and the third component do not contain metal materials.

[0089] Aspect 11: The mobile device stand according to aspects 1 to 10, wherein the first slider, the second slider, and the third slider have angled surfaces.

[0090] Aspect 12: The mobile device stand according to aspects 1 to 11, wherein the body comprises an I-shape, a C-shape, an O-shape, a D-shape and / or a combination thereof.

[0091] Aspect 13: The mobile device stand according to aspects 1 to 12, further comprising a fourth component, wherein the fourth component is fixed relative to the main body.

[0092] Aspect 14: The mobile device holder according to aspects 1 to 12, wherein the body includes a coupling portion configured to provide a force opposite to the force applied by the third component.

[0093] Aspect 15: A mobile device locator comprises: a base; a first frame coupled to the base; a first component coupled to the first frame, wherein the first component is configured to rotate the component along a first plane; a second frame coupled to the first component; a second component coupled to the second frame, wherein the second component is configured to rotate the component along a second plane; a mobile device holder coupled to the second component, the mobile device holder comprising: a body comprising a plurality of cavities; a first component coupled to the body, wherein the first component is configurable to couple to different portions of the body, the first component comprising: a first arm configured to couple to the body; a first slider coupled to the first arm, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm; a first cap coupled to the first arm; and a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body. a slider; a second component coupled to the body, wherein the second component is capable of being configured to couple to different parts of the body, the second component comprising: a second arm configured to couple to the body; a second slider coupled to the second arm, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm; a second cap coupled to the second arm; and a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the body; a third component coupled to the body, wherein the third component is capable of being configured to couple to different parts of the body, the third component comprising: a third arm configured to couple to the body; a third slider coupled to the third arm, wherein the third slider is configured to move along the third arm; a third cap coupled to the third arm; and a third screw coupled to the third cap, wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the body.

[0094] Aspect 16: The mobile device locator according to Aspect 15, wherein the first component comprises a first pivot frame, and wherein the second component comprises a second pivot frame.

[0095] Aspect 17: The mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 16, wherein the first component comprises a first motor, and wherein the second component comprises a second motor.

[0096] Aspect 18: The mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 17, wherein the first plane comprises a vertical plane, and wherein the second plane comprises a horizontal plane.

[0097] Aspect 19: The mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 17, wherein the first plane comprises a horizontal plane, and wherein the second plane comprises a vertical plane.

[0098] Aspect 20: The mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 19, wherein the mobile device holder is coupled to the second component.

[0099] Aspect 21: The mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 20, further comprising an adapter, wherein the mobile device holder is coupled to the second component via the adapter.

[0100] Aspect 22: The mobile device locator according to Aspects 15 to 21 further includes a fourth component coupled to the main body, wherein the fourth component can be configured to couple to different parts of the main body, and the fourth component includes: a fourth arm, configured to be coupled to the main body; a fourth slider, coupled to the fourth arm, wherein the fourth slider is configured to move along the fourth arm; a fourth cap, coupled to the fourth arm; and a fourth screw, coupled to the fourth cap, wherein the fourth screw is configured to move the fourth slider along the fourth arm and toward the main body.

[0101] Aspect 23: The mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 22, wherein the first component is coupled to the first portion of the body, wherein the second component is coupled to the second portion of the body, and wherein the third component is coupled to the third portion of the body.

[0102] Aspect 24: A mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 23, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through the first cavity of the body using a snap coupling, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through the second cavity of the body using a snap coupling, and wherein the third arm is coupled to the body through the third cavity of the body using a snap coupling.

[0103] Aspect 25: A mobile device locator according to Aspect 24, wherein the first arm includes at least one protrusion configured to snap into the first cavity of the body, wherein the second arm includes at least one protrusion configured to snap into the second cavity of the body, and wherein the third arm includes at least one protrusion configured to snap into the third cavity of the body.

[0104] Aspect 26: A mobile device locator according to aspects 15 to 23, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through the first cavity of the body using a first fastener, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through the second cavity of the body using a second fastener, and wherein the third arm is coupled to the body through the third cavity of the body using a third fastener.

[0105] The various features of the present disclosure described herein can be implemented in different systems without departing from the present disclosure. It should be noted that the above aspects of the present disclosure are merely examples and do not constitute limitations of the present invention. The description of aspects of the present disclosure is intended to be illustrative, not to limit the scope of the claims. Therefore, the present teachings can be readily applied to other types of devices, and many alternatives, modifications, and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A mobile device stand, comprising: a main body comprising a plurality of cavities; A first component coupled to the body, wherein the first component is configurable to be coupled to different portions of the body, the first component comprising: a first arm configured to be coupled to the body; a first slider coupled to the first arm, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm; a first cap coupled to the first arm; and a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body; a second component coupled to the body, wherein the second component is configurable to be coupled to a different portion of the body, the second component comprising: a second arm configured to be coupled to the body; a second slider coupled to the second arm, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm; a second cap coupled to the second arm; and a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the body; and a third component coupled to the body, wherein the third component is configurable to be coupled to a different portion of the body, the third component comprising: a third arm configured to couple to the body; a third slider coupled to the third arm, wherein the third slider is configured to move along the third arm; a third cap coupled to the third arm; and A third screw is coupled to the third cap, wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the body.

2. The mobile device holder of claim 1 , further comprising a fourth component coupled to the body, wherein the fourth component is configurable to be coupled to a different portion of the body, the fourth component comprising: a fourth arm configured to be coupled to the body; a fourth slider coupled to the fourth arm, wherein the fourth slider is configured to move along the fourth arm; a fourth cap coupled to the fourth arm; and A fourth screw is coupled to the fourth cap, wherein the fourth screw is configured to move the fourth slider along the fourth arm and toward the body.

3. The mobile device stand according to claim 1, wherein the first component is coupled to the first portion of the body, wherein the second component is coupled to the second portion of the body, and wherein the third component is coupled to a third portion of the body.

4. The mobile device stand according to claim 1, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through the first cavity of the body using a snap coupling, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through the second cavity of the body using a snap coupling, and The third arm is coupled to the main body through the third cavity of the main body using a snap coupling.

5. The mobile device stand according to claim 4, wherein the first arm comprises at least one protrusion configured to snap into the first cavity of the body, wherein the second arm comprises at least one protrusion configured to snap into the second cavity of the body, and Wherein the third arm comprises at least one protrusion configured to snap into the third cavity of the body.

6. The mobile device stand according to claim 1, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through a first cavity of the body using a first fastener, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through a second cavity of the body using a second fastener, and The third arm is coupled to the body through a third cavity of the body using a third fastener.

7. The mobile device holder of claim 1 , wherein when a mobile device is coupled to the mobile device holder, the first component is configured to exert a force on the mobile device in a first direction, and the second component is configured to exert another force on the mobile device in a second direction. 8 . The mobile device holder of claim 1 , wherein the body, the first component, the second component, and the third component comprise at least one non-metallic material.

9. The mobile device stand according to claim 1, wherein the body comprises polycarbonate, wherein the first slider, the second slider and the third slider comprise Ertalyte PET-P, and The first screw, the second screw and the third screw comprise polyetheretherketone. 10 . The mobile device holder of claim 1 , wherein the body, the first component, the second component, and the third component do not contain metal materials. 11 . The mobile device holder of claim 1 , wherein the first slider, the second slider, and the third slider have angled surfaces. 12 . The mobile device holder of claim 1 , wherein the body comprises an I-shape, a C-shape, an O-shape, a D-shape, and / or combinations thereof.

13. The mobile device holder of claim 1, further comprising a fourth component, wherein the fourth component is fixed relative to the body.

14. The mobile device holder of claim 1, wherein the body includes a coupling portion configured to provide a force opposing a force applied by the third component.

15. A mobile device locator, comprising: base; a first frame coupled to the base; a first component coupled to the first frame, wherein the first component is configured to rotate the component along a first plane; a second frame coupled to the first member; a second component coupled to the second frame, wherein the second component is configured to rotate the component along a second plane; as well as a mobile device holder coupled to the second component, the mobile device holder comprising: a main body comprising a plurality of cavities; A first component coupled to the body, wherein the first component is configurable to be coupled to different portions of the body, the first component comprising: a first arm configured to be coupled to the body; a first slider coupled to the first arm, wherein the first slider is configured to move along the first arm; a first cap coupled to the first arm; and a first screw coupled to the first cap, wherein the first screw is configured to move the first slider along the first arm and toward the body; a second component coupled to the body, wherein the second component is configurable to be coupled to a different portion of the body, the second component comprising: a second arm configured to be coupled to the body; a second slider coupled to the second arm, wherein the second slider is configured to move along the second arm; a second cap coupled to the second arm; and a second screw coupled to the second cap, wherein the second screw is configured to move the second slider along the second arm and toward the body; and a third component coupled to the body, wherein the third component is configurable to be coupled to a different portion of the body, the third component comprising: a third arm configured to be coupled to the body; a third slider coupled to the third arm, wherein the third slider is configured to move along the third arm; a third cap coupled to the third arm; and A third screw is coupled to the third cap, wherein the third screw is configured to move the third slider along the third arm and toward the body.

16. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first component comprises a first pivot frame, and Wherein the second component comprises a second pivot frame.

17. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first component comprises a first motor, and The second component includes a second motor.

18. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first plane comprises a vertical plane, and The second plane includes a horizontal plane.

19. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first plane comprises a horizontal plane, and Wherein the second plane comprises a vertical plane.

20. The mobile device locator of claim 15, wherein the mobile device holder is coupled to the second component.

21. The mobile device locator of claim 15, further comprising an adapter, wherein the mobile device holder is coupled to the second component via the adapter.

22. The mobile device locator of claim 15, further comprising a fourth component coupled to the body, wherein the fourth component is configurable to couple to a different portion of the body, the fourth component comprising: a fourth arm configured to be coupled to the body; a fourth slider coupled to the fourth arm, wherein the fourth slider is configured to move along the fourth arm; a fourth cap coupled to the fourth arm; and A fourth screw is coupled to the fourth cap, wherein the fourth screw is configured to move the fourth slider along the fourth arm and toward the body.

23. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first component is coupled to the first portion of the body, wherein the second component is coupled to the second portion of the body, and wherein the third component is coupled to a third portion of the body.

24. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through the first cavity of the body using a snap coupling, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through the second cavity of the body using a snap coupling, and The third arm is coupled to the main body through the third cavity of the main body using a snap coupling.

25. The mobile device locator according to claim 24, wherein the first arm comprises at least one protrusion configured to snap into the first cavity of the body, wherein the second arm comprises at least one protrusion configured to snap into the second cavity of the body, and Wherein the third arm comprises at least one protrusion configured to snap into the third cavity of the body.

26. The mobile device locator according to claim 15, wherein the first arm is coupled to the body through a first cavity of the body using a first fastener, wherein the second arm is coupled to the body through a second cavity of the body using a second fastener, and The third arm is coupled to the body through a third cavity of the body using a third fastener.

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