Adjustable Docking Stand With Ejector Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing docking stations for mobile devices lack versatility in accommodating devices of varying sizes and cases with different thicknesses, as well as efficient mechanisms for easy attachment and detachment, particularly when the docking port is not at a standard location.
Innovation Solution
An adjustable docking stand with a height-adjustable docking connector and a mechanism that allows the connector to pivot frontward and rearward, enabling compatibility with various devices and cases, and an ejector system for easy removal of the device without manual lifting.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed docking connector is used, then the structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate devices of varying sizes and cases with different thicknesses
Solution Approach 1:
The docking connector is made adjustable in height and position, allowing it to adapt to different device sizes and case thicknesses. The connector can be positioned at multiple heights along the support surface and adjusted laterally to accommodate various docking port locations on different mobile devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The docking stand is designed with a universal docking connector that can interface with multiple types of mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, media players) and various case types. The adjustable mechanism allows a single stand to serve multiple functions across different device configurations.
2Ease of operation
If manual lifting is required to remove the device, then the attachment mechanism is simple, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The ejector mechanism automatically pushes the mobile device away from the docking connector when activated, eliminating the need for manual lifting or forceful removal by the user. The system performs the detachment action itself through the ejector's automatic pushing motion.
Solution Approach 2:
The ejector is pre-positioned and spring-loaded to automatically push the device away upon activation. The mechanism is prepared in advance to provide the necessary detachment force, so the user simply needs to trigger the ejector rather than manually overcome the attachment force.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the docking port is not at a standard location, then the device design flexibility is improved, but the ease of docking deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The docking connector can be adjusted laterally and vertically to align with nonstandard docking port locations on mobile devices. This dynamic positioning capability allows the connector to accommodate various docking port positions without requiring precise pre-alignment by the user.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable connector mechanism provides visual and physical feedback to guide the user in aligning the mobile device with the docking port. The connector's adjustable nature allows it to self-align or indicate the correct positioning for devices with nonstandard docking port locations.
Data Source
AI summary
A charging stand including a connector base. The charging stand also can include a docking connector pivotally coupled to the connector base and configured to be removably coupled to an electronic device. The charging stand additionally can include an ejector at least partially surrounding the docking connector and configured to push the electronic device at least partially off the docking connector when the docking connector is rotated in a first direction relative to the connector base. Other embodiments are provided.