Bag Computer Pivoting Display Retainer System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile computer designs lack efficient and ergonomic solutions for displaying information while the device is being worn, as current solutions often compromise on usability and stability when the display is positioned for viewing.
Innovation Solution
A bag computer design featuring a pivoting display panel that can be deployed from a storage position to an operating position, secured to the bag using a retainer system that allows sliding and pivoting, ensuring the display remains attached and can be easily viewed by the user without detaching from the bag.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the display panel is pivotally attached to the bag using a retainer system, then the display can be easily deployed and viewed, but the display may become detached or unstable during use
Solution Approach 1:
A retainer system acts as an intermediary component between the display panel and the bag. The retainer includes a first portion attached to the bag and a second portion that engages with the display panel, providing a secure connection while allowing easy deployment and retrieval of the display panel without direct attachment to the bag itself
Solution Approach 2:
The display panel is pivotally attached to allow dynamic movement between a stored position (flush with the bag) and a deployed viewing position. The retainer system enables the display to pivot and rotate while maintaining secure attachment, providing adaptability for different viewing angles and positions
2Adaptability or versatility
If the display panel is mounted on the bag for wearable use, then the computer is portable and convenient, but the display stability and viewing ergonomics are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into separate functional components: the bag with retainer attachment, the display panel with its own retainer engagement features, and the pivot mechanism. This segmentation allows the display to be independently positioned and stabilized while maintaining wearable portability
Solution Approach 2:
The retainer system serves as an intermediary that connects the display panel to the bag while allowing independent movement and positioning. This mediator provides both the connection for portability and the mechanism for achieving stable viewing positions
3Ease of operation
If the display panel is easily accessible for viewing, then user convenience is improved, but the display may detach from the bag
Solution Approach 1:
The retainer system provides an intermediary connection that secures the display panel to the bag while allowing easy accessibility. The retainer's engagement mechanism ensures the display remains attached during normal use but can be easily deployed and retrieved when needed
Solution Approach 2:
The display panel includes integrated retainer features that automatically engage with the bag's retainer system during deployment and retrieval, providing self-servicing attachment and detachment without requiring additional fastening or unfastening actions by the user
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed in this application are: 1) several arrangements and features to slidably and/or pivotally attach a display panel to a holder, cover or computing unit panel on a bag computer; 2) several wearable display arrangements based on the bag computer front wall and pivoting display panel format with the display propped against the operator and in his view; 3) removable interface between an operator and a portable display/computer for wearable use and including various computer accessories; 4) a display for mounting to a bag's back wall so it can be propped against the operator for wearable viewing.