Accommodation Case Adapter Locking for Secure Quick Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for an adapter device that can securely attach an accommodation case, which houses an electronic device and an interface adapter, to a body such as a stand or wall, while allowing easy detachment and reattachment for versatile use.
Innovation Solution
The adapter device includes an insertion portion that fits into an article accommodation portion of the accommodation case and a fixing portion that attaches to the body to be attached, featuring a locking mechanism with an operation portion to facilitate secure attachment and easy detachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the accommodation case is designed to be detachably attached to a body, then ease of operation is improved, but reliability deteriorates due to risk of accidental detachment
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter device employs a dynamic locking mechanism that transitions between locked and unlocked states. The operation portion moves between a first position (locked state) and a second position (unlocked state), enabling the attachment body to be securely fixed or easily detached as needed. This dynamic state change resolves the contradiction by providing both secure attachment during use and easy detachment when required.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism changes the positional parameter of the operation portion to control the attachment state. When the operation portion is at the first position, the locking engagement is active; when moved to the second position, the engagement is released. This parameter change (position of operation portion) enables reliable attachment while maintaining ease of operation through simple position switching.
2Reliability
If a locking mechanism is added to prevent accidental detachment, then reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking function is extracted as a separate, dedicated mechanism within the adapter device. The operation portion and locking mechanism are distinct from the basic attachment structure, allowing the locking function to be implemented independently. This extraction enables reliable attachment without overly complicating the overall device design, as the locking mechanism is a focused, specialized component.
Solution Approach 2:
The operation portion serves as an intermediary element between the user and the locking mechanism. By providing a dedicated operation portion that the user interacts with, the complex locking mechanism becomes easily controllable. This intermediary simplifies the user interface while maintaining the reliability of the underlying locking mechanism.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the adapter device is designed for versatile attachment to different bodies, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter device is designed with universal attachment capabilities, allowing it to be mounted on various bodies (walls, stands, surfaces) through the fixing portion. The insertion portion can accommodate different attachment bodies while the fixing portion provides versatile mounting options. This multi-functionality achieves adaptability without requiring multiple specialized devices, as one adapter structure serves multiple attachment purposes.
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AI summary
An adapter device connects a body to be attached and an attachment body including a case main body, which accommodates an electronic device including a display, and an article accommodation portion which has an opening and is provided outside the case main body, and includes: an insertion portion capable of being inserted into the article accommodation portion from the opening of the attachment body; and a fixing portion capable of being fixed to the body to be attached.