Stretchable Bridle Stand for Multi-Size Tablet Angle Support

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing stand solutions for portable electronic devices lack versatility and adaptability to fit different device sizes and orientations, and do not provide a convenient, adjustable way to securely position devices at various angles on external surfaces.

Innovation Solution

An attachable stand arrangement featuring a stretchable bridle with straps that fit over multiple corners of the device, combined with a rotatable stand assembly and a deployable stand that can pivot to support the device at various angles, along with an optional hand strap and magnet for secure attachment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a fixed stand structure is used, then the device is supported stably, but it cannot accommodate different device sizes and orientations

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadaptability to different device sizes and orientationsVSAvoidstability of device support

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The stand structure incorporates movable and adjustable components including a rotatable support that can rotate relative to the base, and a deployable stand that can pivot between stowed and deployed positions. These dynamic elements allow the stand to adapt to different device sizes and orientations while maintaining stable support when deployed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The stand assembly is designed to perform multiple functions: it can support devices in various orientations (portrait and landscape), accommodate different device sizes through adjustable straps, and provide both handheld carrying capability and stationary display capability. The rotatable support and deployable stand enable a single structure to serve multiple positioning needs.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If a stretchable bridle with multiple straps is used, then the device is securely attached, but the structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesecure attachment of deviceVSAvoidcomplexity of bridle structure

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The bridle is divided into multiple independent straps that can be adjusted and positioned separately. Each strap can be independently configured to fit different device dimensions, allowing secure attachment without requiring a complex integrated structure. The segmented design simplifies adjustment while maintaining reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Adaptability or versatility

If a rotatable support with deployable stand is used, then various viewing angles are achieved, but the mechanism becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadjustability of viewing anglesVSAvoidcomplexity of stand mechanism

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The stand mechanism uses simple rotational and pivotal movements rather than complex multi-axis adjustments. The rotatable support provides rotation capability through a single degree of freedom, and the deployable stand pivots on a simple hinge. These dynamic but mechanically simple elements achieve multiple viewing angles without requiring complex mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

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

Enables secure, adjustable, and versatile positioning of portable electronic devices on external surfaces, accommodating different device sizes and orientations, and allowing for easy angle adjustments and secure attachment using the magnet.

Implementation Method 1

at least one magnet disposed in or on the hand strap

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectMagnetism: Magnetism

Implementation Method 2

straps extending from the base attachment portion and configured to stretch and fit over at least two corners of the portable electronic device

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS11832712B2Stand and stretchable bridle for tablets and handheld electronic devices

Publication Date: 2023.12.05 NP LIQUIDATING CO INC

AI summary

An attachable stand arrangement for a portable electronic device includes a stretchable bridle having a base attachment portion and straps extending from the base attachment portion and configured to stretch and fit over at least two corners of the portable electronic device. The attachable stand arrangement also includes a stand assembly having a base attached to the base attachment portion of the stretchable bridle, a rotatable support attached to, and rotatable relative to, the base, and a deployable stand attached to the rotatable support and pivotable with respect to the base between a stowed position and deployed positions and configured, when a portable electronic device is received by the attachable stand arrangement and the deployable stand is pivoted away from the base to at least one of the deployed positions, to support the portable electronic device on an external surface in an angled arrangement relative to the external surface.