Convertible Electronic Device Container with Pivot Mount

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing containers for electronic devices lack a solution for both secure, non-permanent mounting in vehicles and protection during transportation, as they are either too large, heavy, or offer no protection against shock and damage.

Innovation Solution

A convertible container with pivotally coupled portions that can be configured for display and mounting on a vehicle surface in one mode and for secure storage and transport in another, featuring a hinge, anti-skid material, and adjustable fastening systems to ensure safety and comfort.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If non-permanent mounting apparatus is used to affix electronic device in vehicle, then the device can be moved to alternative vehicle, but the mounting apparatus becomes large and heavy (2-3 times larger and 4-5 times heavier than the electronic device)

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to move device to alternative vehicleVSAvoidweight of mounting apparatus

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the protective container function with the vehicle mounting function into a single integrated device. The container includes a mounting portion with mounting features that enable direct attachment to vehicle surfaces, eliminating the need for separate mounting apparatus. This merging reduces the overall size and weight while maintaining both protection and mobility capabilities.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The container is designed to perform multiple functions: protecting the electronic device during transport, mounting the device in a vehicle, and facilitating easy removal and relocation. The mounting portion can be attached to various vehicle surfaces using different mounting features, making the container universally applicable across different vehicles and locations without requiring additional specialized equipment.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If non-permanent mounting apparatus is used, then the device can be relocated, but the apparatus offers no protection to the electronic device during transport

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to relocate deviceVSAvoidshock and damage during transport

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent integrates the protective container structure with the mounting apparatus, so that the same device that protects the electronic device during transport also provides the mounting capability. The container's mounting portion includes features that enable secure attachment to vehicle surfaces, combining protection and relocation functionality in one unit.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The electronic device is housed within the protective container, with the mounting portion integrated into the container structure. The device is nested within the container, which in turn includes the mounting features, creating a hierarchical structure where the container serves both protective and mounting functions simultaneously.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Reliability

If permanent mounting is used to affix electronic device, then the device is securely mounted, but the mounting prevents moving the device to alternate vehicle and may damage the vehicle surface

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesecurity of mountingVSAvoidability to move device to alternate vehicle

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting portion is designed with reversible mounting features that can be dynamically attached and detached from vehicle surfaces. The mounting mechanism provides secure attachment during use but can be easily removed without damaging the vehicle, enabling the device to be relocated to different vehicles as needed. This dynamic mounting approach contrasts with permanent mounting by providing both security and flexibility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Weight of moving object

If lightweight container is used for transport, then the container is easy to carry, but the container provides insufficient protection against shock and damage

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveweight of containerVSAvoidshock and damage protection

Core Design Contradiction:

Weight of moving objectVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The container is constructed using composite materials that provide high strength and shock absorption properties relative to their weight. The container body includes cushioning portions made from materials designed to absorb impact forces, while the overall structure maintains a lightweight profile for easy portability. This use of composite materials resolves the contradiction between lightweight design and protective capability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #40Composite materials

Data Source

PatentUS8256619B2Convertible container for electronic devices

Publication Date: 2012.09.04 YAKAR TECHNOLOGIES LLC

AI summary

A container for an electronic device has pivotally coupled first and second portions. The first portion is configured to house the electronic device and has an opening for receiving the electronic device and for displaying the electronic device when the container is configured in a first configuration. The second portion is configured to act as a mount for mounting the container on a surface when the container is configured in the first configuration and the first portion is displaying the electronic device. The second portion is further configured to cover the opening in the first portion, and thus the electronic device, when the container is configured in a second configuration.