Cup Locking Structure with Magnetic Bolt Mechanism for Hidden Security
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cup locking structures, such as pressing type and fingerprint unlocking, are easily unlocked by others and lack invisibility, compromising user privacy, property safety, and life safety.
Innovation Solution
A locking structure for a cup featuring a cup body with a first buckle and a cup cover with a second buckle, along with a movably arranged lock catch and bolt system, utilizing magnetic components for secure locking and easy unlocking, and an elastic piece for enhanced reliability, providing a hidden and secure opening mechanism.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional pressing type or fingerprint unlocking structures are used, then the opening operation is simple, but the locking reliability is poor and easily unlocked by others
Solution Approach 1:
The locking structure is divided into separate functional components: a lock catch with bolt for primary locking, a buckle mechanism for structural connection, and a magnetic unlocking piece for controlled release. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function reliably while maintaining overall system manageability
Solution Approach 2:
A magnetic field is introduced as an intermediary mechanism between the user and the lock catch. The magnetic unlocking piece interacts with the lock catch through magnetic attraction/repulsion forces, enabling contactless or minimal-contact unlocking that enhances reliability while keeping the mechanical structure relatively simple
2Loss of information
If conventional unlocking structures are used, then the operation is simple, but the invisibility is poor and the opening way is easily known
Solution Approach 1:
The unlocking function is extracted from the main cup body structure and implemented through a separate magnetic unlocking piece that interacts with the lock catch. This separation allows the unlocking mechanism to remain hidden within the cup structure while users simply need to bring the magnetic piece close to unlock, maintaining both invisibility and ease of operation
Solution Approach 2:
The traditional mechanical keyhole or visible button is replaced with a magnetic field-based unlocking system. The magnetic unlocking piece creates magnetic forces that act on the lock catch without requiring physical contact or visible interfaces, thereby preserving cup aesthetics while enabling easy unlocking
3Reliability
If a secure locking mechanism is implemented, then the locking reliability is improved, but the manufacturing cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs inexpensive magnetic materials and simple mechanical components that can be easily manufactured and assembled. The magnetic unlocking piece and lock catch are designed with straightforward geometries that minimize machining complexity and material costs, achieving reliable locking without expensive components
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic piece automatically pushes the lock catch to engage with the buckle, providing self-locking functionality without requiring additional actuators or complex control systems. This passive engagement mechanism reduces manufacturing complexity and cost while ensuring reliable locking
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
The solution ensures enhanced privacy, property, and life safety by providing a secure, reliable, and cost-effective locking mechanism that is difficult to unlock by others, with improved invisibility and simplicity in operation.
Implementation Method 1
the unlocking piece and the lock catch are arranged in a mutual adsorbing manner
Implementation Method 2
the upper side of the lock catch is provided with an elastic piece, so that the lock catch has an action force of moving downwards
Data Source
AI summary
The invention discloses a locking structure of a cup. The locking structure comprises a cup body and a cup cover. The cup body is provided with a first buckle, and the cup cover is provided with a second buckle adaptive to the first buckle. The locking structure further comprises a lock catch which is movably arranged on the cup cover up and down. The lock catch is provided with a bolt. Correspondingly, the cup body is provided with a bolt hole adaptive to the bolt. The cup cover rotates on the cup body, so that the first buckle and the second buckle are matched. When aligned, the bolt falls into the bolt hole, thereby realizing rotary locking.