Connector for Image Capturing Device and Display

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display devices face issues when integrating an image capturing device, as it can damage the frame or occupy extra space, whether attached to the frame or placed beside the display.

Innovation Solution

A connector system comprising a rear case on the display with specific opening and protrusion configurations allows the image capturing device to be securely attached without damaging the frame, while also providing a compact solution by using flexible materials and power management features.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If the image capturing device is fixed to the frame of the display device, then the image capturing device can be securely attached, but the frame of the display device may be damaged

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveattachment securityVSAvoidframe damage
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The connector is divided into separate components: a first component fixed to the display device body and a second component that interfaces with the image capturing device. This segmentation allows the connection function to be separated from the frame structure, enabling secure attachment without compromising the frame's integrity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The connector acts as an intermediary component between the display device and the image capturing device. Instead of directly fixing the image capturing device to the frame, the connector provides a dedicated interface that mediates the connection, thereby preventing direct damage to the frame while ensuring reliable attachment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Object-affected harmful factors

If the image capturing device is disposed beside the display device, then the frame is protected from damage, but extra space is occupied

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveframe protectionVSAvoidspace occupation
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The connector integrates the connection function into the existing display device structure by fixing the first component to the display device body. This merging approach allows the image capturing device to be attached in a compact manner beside the display without requiring additional external space, while still protecting the frame from damage.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS10310555B2Connector for image capturing device and display device including the connector
Publication Date: 2019.06.04 BOE TECHNOLOGY GROUP CO LTD
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AI summary

A connector includes: a rear case, fixed on a rear side of a display; a first component, provided on the rear case; and a second component, adapted to the first component and connectable to the image capturing device. According to the present disclosure, the image capturing device is connectable to the second component.