Adjustable Electronic Device Support with Detachable Fixing Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional supporting devices for tablet computers have limited rotation angles and stability, making them uncomfortable for long-term use and frequent location changes, affecting portability and usability.
Innovation Solution
A supporting device with an adjustable angle mechanism and detachable fixing unit, featuring a clipping part, locking and fixing parts with screw threads, and optional connectors for electronic device support and power management, allowing for flexible positioning and secure attachment to various surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the supporting device is designed with larger rotation angle and better stability, then the support capability is improved, but the structure becomes more complex and dimension increases, making it uncomfortable for carrying and operation
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting device is divided into multiple independent components: a base unit with fixing mechanism, an adjustable support arm, and a device-holding component. This segmentation allows each part to be optimized independently - the base provides stability while the support arm provides adjustability, avoiding the need for a single complex structure to provide all functions simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The support arm incorporates adjustable angle mechanisms that allow dynamic repositioning between different viewing angles. This dynamic capability enables the device to adapt to different user needs without requiring multiple fixed-position structures, reducing overall complexity while maintaining versatility and stability.
2Reliability
If the supporting device is designed with larger rotation angle and better stability, then the support capability is improved, but the dimension increases, making it uncomfortable for carrying and operation
Solution Approach 1:
The support arm and adjusting mechanisms are designed to nest within each other when not in use. The adjustable components can be collapsed or retracted into the base unit, significantly reducing the overall dimension for carrying while maintaining full extension capability when deployed for stable support.
3Reliability
If the fixing part is made heavy to enhance stability, then the fixing effect is improved, but the carrying convenience is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing part is separated from the portable support unit. The heavy fixing base remains stationary at the usage location while only the lightweight support arm and device holder need to be carried. This segmentation allows the fixing effect to be enhanced without increasing the weight of the portable components.
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
The device provides stable and adjustable support for electronic devices, enhancing user comfort and portability by allowing optimal viewing angles and easy installation/uninstallation, while reducing weight and improving carrying convenience.
Implementation Method 1
the inner wall of the locking part has a thread corresponding to a thread formed on outer wall of the fixing part
Data Source
AI summary
A supporting device is applied to an electronic device and includes a supporting unit, an adjusting unit and a fixing unit. The supporting unit supports the electronic device. The adjusting unit is connected to the supporting unit for adjusting an angle of the supporting unit. The fixing unit includes a locking part and a fixing part. The fixing part is fixed on a surface, and the locking part connects to the adjusting unit. The locking part is detachably locked with the fixing part so as to fixing the electronic device on the surface. The supporting device is advantageous for providing multiple viewing angles for users, and it is conveniently carried and easily assembled, thereby achieving firmly fixing effect.