Bicycle Mount with Dual Holding Structures for Simultaneous Device Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mobile device mounts for bicycles are limited to holding a single electronic device and do not allow for the simultaneous use and charging of multiple devices, such as a smartphone and a power bank, requiring riders to stop frequently for charging.
Innovation Solution
A mobile device mount designed for bicycles that includes a mounting portion with two holding structures for separate devices and a binding structure with a ring and belt to secure the mount to the bike's handle stem, enabling the simultaneous use and charging of multiple devices like a smartphone and a power bank.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single electronic product is held on a bike mount, then the mount structure remains simple, but the user cannot simultaneously charge multiple devices and must stop frequently
Solution Approach 1:
The mount is divided into two separate holding structures (first holding structure on first surface, second holding structure on second surface) that can independently hold different electronic devices. This segmentation allows multiple devices to be held simultaneously while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure, as each holding structure can be designed independently.
Solution Approach 2:
The mount utilizes a three-dimensional configuration with holding structures on opposite surfaces (first surface and second surface) of the mounting portion. This spatial arrangement in different dimensions allows multiple devices to be held without increasing the footprint or complicating the basic mount structure, effectively adding capacity while maintaining simplicity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple devices are held on the mount, then charging capability is improved, but the mounting and fastening mechanism becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The binding structure with the binding ring and binding belt provides a universal fastening mechanism that can securely attach the mount to various bike handle stems regardless of their specific shape or size. This multi-functional binding system handles both mounting and securing functions in a unified, relatively simple structure that accommodates multiple devices without requiring additional fastening components.
3Ease of operation
If a single device is held, then the mount is easy to operate, but the user experience during riding is reduced due to frequent stops for charging
Solution Approach 1:
The mount allows users to prepare multiple electronic devices (such as a smartphone and a power bank) in advance by holding them simultaneously in designated positions. The power bank can be positioned to charge the smartphone during the ride, eliminating the need for frequent stops. This preliminary arrangement of multiple devices resolves the time loss issue while maintaining ease of operation.
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AI summary
A mobile device mount for vehicles, which is used for fastening on a handle stem of a bicycle, includes a mounting portion, a first holding structure, a second holding structure and a binding structure. The first holding structure is disposed on a surface of the mounting portion to form a holding area. The second holding structure is disposed on the other surface of the mounting portion to form another holding area and has a protruding portion for leaning against the handle stem. The binding structure is connected to the mounting portion and has a binding ring and a binding belt. The binding ring is located at a side of the mounting portion, and the binding belt extends from another side of the mounting portion. Thereby the protruding portion leans against the handle stem, and the binding belt surrounds the handle stem to fasten to the binding ring.