All-in-One Computer System with Swivel Display and Integrated Security

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional computer systems are inflexible, require separate components, and lack secure connectivity and portability, leading to inadequate resource management and frequent obsolescence, with a reliance on third-party software for file encryption and resource sharing.

Innovation Solution

An all-in-one computer system integrating CPU, display, and scanner capabilities with a swivel mechanism, enabling secure connections and resource sharing across devices on the same domain network, and utilizing rechargeable batteries for enhanced portability, along with built-in encryption and file compression features to reduce dependency on third-party software.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If computers are designed as separate components (CPU, display, scanner), then each component can be optimized independently, but the system becomes complex and requires multiple devices to achieve full functionality

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesystem functionalityVSAvoidnumber of components
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines CPU, display, scanner, and power battery into a single integrated all-in-one computer system. This merging eliminates the need for separate devices while maintaining all individual functionalities, directly resolving the contradiction by reducing device complexity while preserving system adaptability and versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The integrated computer system performs multiple functions (computing, displaying, scanning) simultaneously through a single device. The universal design allows one device to replace multiple specialized components, achieving both simplified complexity and maintained versatility.

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

2Ease of operation

If computers are designed to be powered solely by a power cord, then the device structure remains simple, but portability and ease of transport are severely limited

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveportabilityVSAvoidpower system structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent integrates a rechargeable power battery directly into the computer housing, merging the power supply function with the device structure. This integration enables portability while maintaining a relatively simple overall design, as the battery is built-in rather than requiring external power conversion equipment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Reliability

If third-party encryption software is used for secure file transfer, then implementation is straightforward, but dependency on external software increases and security control is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefile transfer securityVSAvoidsoftware dependency
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements built-in encryption capabilities within the integrated computer system itself, eliminating the need for external third-party encryption software. The system encrypts and decrypts files using its own integrated security modules, achieving self-service security that reduces external dependencies while maintaining reliable file transfer protection.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

4Productivity

If computer resources (hard drive storage, RAM) are insufficient, then the device remains compact and cost-effective, but performance and functionality are limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecomputing performanceVSAvoidresource configuration
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The integrated computer system provides universal access to multiple types of resources (storage, processing power, display) through a single device. The system can dynamically allocate and manage diverse resources to handle various computing tasks, achieving high productivity across different applications without requiring separate specialized devices for each resource type.

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

Data Source

PatentUS11300994B2All-in-one computer system
Publication Date: 2022.04.12 BAIN NORIAL PRINCE
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AI summary

Some implementations can include an all-in-one computer system and associated methods.