Angled Speaker Surround Interface for Compact Diaphragm Expansion
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing speaker designs require larger dimensions due to traditional horizontal or vertical frame/surround attachment interfaces, leading to bulkier speakers and compromised sound quality.
Innovation Solution
An angled interface between the surround and frame, ranging from 10° to 80° relative to the speaker axis, allowing for a larger diaphragm without increasing speaker dimensions, and incorporating a groove to manage adhesive excess.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a horizontal frame/surround attachment interface is used, then the attachment is secure, but the frame must be wider resulting in larger speaker dimensions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from traditional horizontal or vertical attachment interfaces to an angled interface (10°-80° relative to the speaker axis). This dimensional change in the attachment interface orientation allows the adhesive bond to distribute forces more effectively, achieving secure attachment without requiring increased frame width or vertical height.
2Reliability
If a vertical frame/surround attachment interface is used, then the attachment is secure, but the frame must stretch vertically resulting in higher profile and bulkier speaker
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs an angled attachment interface that neither requires horizontal expansion nor vertical stretching. By orienting the interface at 10°-80° relative to the speaker axis, the design achieves secure attachment while maintaining a compact vertical profile, directly resolving the contradiction between attachment security and frame height.
3Reliability
If a larger diaphragm is implemented, then sound quality improves, but speaker dimensions must increase
Solution Approach 1:
The angled attachment interface enables the use of larger diaphragms for improved sound quality without proportionally increasing overall speaker volume. The efficient force distribution at the angled interface (10°-80° relative to the speaker axis) allows the structure to support larger diaphragms while maintaining compact dimensions through optimized stress pathways.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems, methods, and devices are provided for an audio device comprising: An audio device, comprising a frame, a diaphragm, and a surround comprising a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is coupled to the diaphragm, and wherein the second end comprises a first interface coupled to the frame, the first interface comprising an angled surface having an angle in the range of about 10° to about 80° relative to an axis of the audio device.