E-book reader with handle and integrated controls
The e-reader's design with a separate ergonomic handle and integrated controls addresses the need for one-handed operation, reducing hand fatigue by shifting the center of gravity into the palm and enabling ergonomic handling.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ENE ERKAN
- Filing Date
- 2026-02-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-25
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Abstract
Description
Field of invention The invention relates to an eBook reader which, with a fixed grip, optimizes handling, ergonomics and one-handed operation. State of the art Conventional e-readers are largely designed as flat, rectangular boxes. The technical components, such as the battery and electronics, are spread out behind the display. This leads to an unnatural hand position (spread grip) during extended use, rapid fatigue of the hand and arm muscles, and the need to operate the device with both hands for many interactions. The problem underlying the invention Current e-readers barely tap into the ergonomic potential of the digital format. Instead of overcoming the physical disadvantages of printed books, many models cling to operating concepts that still require the use of both hands. In terms of both tactile feel and one-handed operation, modern e-readers thus offer little significant advantage over the classic print version. The object of the invention is to provide an eBook reader that: • reduces the biomechanical stress on the hand, • shifts the center of gravity of the device into the palm of the hand, • enables complete one-handed operation including navigation (page turning), • and makes it easier to hold the device with an outstretched arm. Description of the drawings Fig. 1 shows the eBook reader in a slanted 3D front view. Fig. 2 shows the eBook reader in a slanted 3D rear view. Reference symbol list: 1 Screen 2 Handle 3 Button (Back) 4 Button (Forward) 5 USB port 6 SD card slot 7 On / Off switch 8 Screen housing Solution to the problem The solution is achieved by separating the device into two functional areas: a flat display element (1,8) and an ergonomic handle firmly connected to it (2). Technical details: • Mass distribution: The heavy components, especially the battery and main electronics, are housed in the voluminous handle (2). The display element (1.8) is designed as a lightweight construction. This places the overall center of gravity of the device within the handle (2) or directly at the interface with the palm. • Controls: The handle (2) features haptic buttons for "page forward" (4) and "page backward" (3), as well as the on / off switch (7), positioned so that they can be reached with the thumb or finger of the holding hand without repositioning the grip. • Interfaces: The handle (2) serves as the base for physical connections (USB charging port (5), SD card slot (6)), allowing the display element (1.8) to be made thinner.
Claims
eBook reader, consisting of a housing (2,8) with a display element (1) and electronic components, characterized in that a handle (2) is fixedly arranged on the lower side of the display element (1). eBook reader according to claim 1, characterized in that the battery and the control electronics are housed in the handle (2), so that the center of gravity of the device is in the area of the handle (2). eBook reader according to claim 1 and 2, characterized in that at least two navigation buttons for scrolling forward and backward (3,4) of screen content are arranged on the surface of the handle (2). eBook reader according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the handle (2) has a USB interface (5) for data transfer and charging and a slot for memory cards (6) on its underside or top side. eBook reader according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a button for switching the device on and off (7) is arranged on the surface of the handle (2).