Adjustable Camera Bracket Layout for Multi-Module Positioning

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing camera brackets in electronic devices face limitations in adjusting the position of multiple camera modules, leading to restrictions in exterior design and increased costs when redesigning is necessary.

Innovation Solution

A camera bracket design that includes a first bracket with a protrusion and a second bracket with a wider hole, allowing for adjustable positioning of camera modules to match the size and design of the electronic device.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If the camera bracket is redesigned to adjust the position of camera modules, then the adaptability to different electronic device sizes is improved, but the manufacturing cost increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to different electronic device sizesVSAvoidmanufacturing cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The camera bracket is divided into multiple brackets (first bracket, second bracket, third bracket) that can be independently positioned and adjusted. Each bracket can be separately configured to hold different camera modules at different positions, allowing the same bracket structure to adapt to various electronic device sizes without requiring complete redesign.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The bracket system incorporates adjustable positioning mechanisms that allow the relative positions of multiple brackets to be changed. This dynamic adjustability enables the camera bracket assembly to accommodate different electronic device form factors while using the same basic bracket design, avoiding the need for costly redesigns.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of manufacture

If the camera bracket is not redesigned, then the manufacturing cost is reduced, but the adaptability to different electronic device sizes is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemanufacturing costVSAvoidadaptability to different electronic device sizes
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The camera bracket design creates a universal mounting structure where the same first bracket, second bracket, and third bracket components can be used across different electronic device models. By enabling positional adjustment of these brackets, a single bracket design serves multiple functions and fits various device sizes, eliminating the need for model-specific bracket redesigns.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Device complexity

If the position of camera modules is fixed, then the manufacturing process is simplified, but the design freedom of electronic devices is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemanufacturing process complexityVSAvoiddesign freedom of electronic devices
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket system allows for adjustable positioning of camera modules while maintaining a relatively simple manufacturing process. The first bracket, second bracket, and third bracket can be positioned at different locations and heights, providing design flexibility without requiring complex manufacturing procedures. The adjustment capability is built into the bracket configuration rather than requiring complex assembly processes.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentEP4362486B1Camera bracket and electronic device comprising same
Publication Date: 2026.03.11 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

An electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment of the present document may comprise: a housing; a support member; a first bracket; a second bracket; a first camera module; and a second camera module. The support member can be positioned inside the housing. The first bracket and the second bracket can be positioned on one surface of the support member. The first camera module can be positioned in the first bracket. The second camera module can be positioned in the second bracket. The first bracket can include a first protrusion. The second bracket can include a first hole into which the first protrusion is inserted and which is wider than the first protrusion. Various other embodiments are possible.