Adjustable Stand for Mobile Devices with Spring-Loaded Panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile devices lack ergonomic support features for convenient viewing and use alongside desktop or laptop computers, as they are primarily designed for handheld use.
Innovation Solution
A stand with angularly oriented panels and slots that can be hinged or spring-loaded to securely hold electronic devices at various angles, allowing for adjustable positioning and storage, optionally with a mirror and substrate covering for aesthetics or protection.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If mobile devices are designed for handheld use, then they are portable and easy to carry, but they lack ergonomic support features for convenient viewing and use alongside desktop or laptop computers
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a separate stand as an intermediary device that provides ergonomic support for mobile devices. The stand includes a base with multiple panels at different angles and slots to receive mobile devices, allowing them to be positioned at ergonomic viewing angles when used alongside desktop or laptop computers, without adding complexity to the mobile device itself
Solution Approach 2:
The stand is designed to be self-supporting with spring-loaded panels that automatically adjust to support the mobile device at the appropriate angle. The spring mechanism provides automatic adjustment without requiring additional power sources or complex control systems
2Productivity
If multiple devices are used simultaneously, then productivity and functionality are improved, but the lack of support features for mobile devices makes them difficult to view and use in conjunction with other devices
Solution Approach 1:
The stand is segmented into multiple panels with different angles (e.g., 45 degrees, 90 degrees) and multiple slots, allowing different mobile devices to be positioned at optimal viewing angles simultaneously. This segmentation enables efficient multi-device usage alongside desktop or laptop computers
3Ease of operation
If the stand structure is made stable and adjustable, then ergonomic support is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The stand uses spring-loaded panels that can be adjusted to different angles by changing the compression of the springs. This allows the panels to be positioned at different angles (e.g., 45 degrees, 90 degrees) to suit different viewing preferences and device types, providing ergonomic flexibility without complex mechanisms
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables convenient and ergonomic viewing and use of mobile devices with desktop or laptop computers, providing adjustable support and storage solutions while maintaining a compact design.
Implementation Method 1
a first spring acting between the base and the first panel and a second spring acting between the base and the second panel. The first and second springs respectively bias the first and second panels away from the base
Implementation Method 2
At least a first hinge attaches the first panel to the base in this example embodiment
Implementation Method 3
at least a first detent acting between the base and the first panel. At least a second detent acts between the base and the second panel
Implementation Method 4
The first and second detents may comprise respective ratchet hinges
Data Source
AI summary
A stand to support mobile devices has a base to which panels are attached. The panels are angularly oriented with respect to the base and each has a slot adapted to receive the mobile device. The panels may be integrally formed with the base or may be attached by hinges having detents or springs to support the panels in a desired orientation.