Compression-Assisted Service Access for Narrow Border Mobile Systems
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Solution Overview
Problem
Mobile information handling systems with narrow border designs present challenges in accessing internal components for repair or upgrade due to difficult seam openings, often requiring specialized tools and risking damage to the system.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a compression-assisted service access mechanism, utilizing compressive force structures like shape memory foam pads or springs, allows for simplified access to internal components by creating an access seam without damaging the display screen or bezel, enabling efficient maintenance and repair.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Shape
If a narrow border design is used in mobile information handling systems, then the aesthetic appearance and unibody structure are improved, but the ease of accessing internal components for repair or upgrade deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the service access function from the main unibody structure by introducing a removable service cover that can be detached from the chassis. This allows the display assembly to maintain its integrated appearance while providing a separate accessible pathway to internal components through the service cover opening.
Solution Approach 2:
The service cover acts as an intermediary element between the external environment and the internal components. It provides a controlled access point that mediates the contradiction by allowing repair access without requiring damage to the main unibody structure or display assembly.
2Ease of repair
If traditional seam opening methods are used, then access to internal components is achieved, but the risk of damage to the display screen or bezel increases
Solution Approach 1:
The service cover is pre-installed on the chassis with a predetermined opening positioned to provide access to internal components. This preliminary preparation allows repair personnel to access components through the pre-positioned opening without needing to pry open seams or risk damaging the display screen during the access process.
3Ease of repair
If specialized tools are used for seam opening, then access to internal components is achieved, but the device complexity and cost of service increase
Solution Approach 1:
The service cover design enables self-service or simplified service by providing a ready-made access pathway that can be opened without specialized tools. The removable cover can be detached using basic tools or even manually, eliminating the need for complex seam-prying tools and reducing service complexity.
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
This solution provides efficient and cost-effective service access to internal components of mobile information handling systems, reducing the need for specialized tools and minimizing risk of damage, while maintaining a sleek, unibody appearance.
Implementation Method 1
a compressive force structure, such as a compression spring or foam pad, positioned to apply a counter force to the display screen assembly
Implementation Method 2
The compressive force structure may be a shape memory foam pad, which returns to a predetermined shape when a compressive force is applied thereto
Data Source
AI summary
A mobile information handling system comprising a chassis having a processor, a memory, and a wireless interface with a display screen operatively coupled to the chassis and the chassis and display screen having a spring, such as shape memory foam pads, internally mounted therein and compressed between the chassis and the display screen and a mechanical connector fittingly engaging an access side of the chassis with the display screen, wherein the mechanical connector maintains pressure on the spring by holding the display screen in a closed position and an access seam at the edge of the display screen is operable to open due to a counter force exerted by the spring when the mechanical connector is disengaged from the display screen.