Curved Lens Module for Laptop Arc Edge Space Utilization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional laptop designs with lens modules at the border frame fail to fully utilize internal space due to the rectangular shape of the lens module not fitting seamlessly into the arc area, leading to inefficient use of space and a larger outer border frame.
Innovation Solution
A lens module with a shape matching the accommodating space, featuring a bottom case, side case, and top case with an inclined surface area, bevel angle, and power connecting members, along with an actuator and blocking piece that can move to expose or block the photography unit, allowing for efficient use of internal space and reduction of the outer border frame.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a rectangular lens module is used in a laptop with an arc edge design, then the lens module can be easily manufactured with standard shapes, but the arc area corresponding to the arc edge cannot be properly utilized and the first housing length must be increased to cover the accommodating space
Solution Approach 1:
The lens module housing is designed with a curved side case that matches the arc edge of the laptop, replacing the conventional rectangular shape. This curvature allows the lens module to perfectly fit into the arc area, eliminating wasted space while maintaining ease of manufacture through standardized curved housing components.
2Reliability
If the first housing length is increased to cover the accommodating space and lens module, then the lens module can be properly positioned, but the screen size is reduced and the overall device dimensions are increased
Solution Approach 1:
By designing the lens module housing with a curved side case that conforms to the arc edge geometry, the module can be positioned more efficiently within the arc area. This curved design allows the lens module to utilize the previously wasted arc space, enabling a reduction in the first housing length and consequently increasing the screen size while maintaining proper lens positioning.
3Device complexity
If a rectangular lens module is placed in the accommodating space, then the lens module structure is simple and easy to assemble, but the arc area near the arc edge is wasted and cannot be utilized
Solution Approach 1:
The lens module housing is designed with a curved side case that matches the arc edge of the laptop, replacing the conventional rectangular shape. This curvature allows the lens module to perfectly fit into the arc area, eliminating wasted space while maintaining simplicity through a streamlined, integrated housing design.
Solution Approach 2:
The side case of the lens module housing is specifically designed with a curved surface in the arc area to match the laptop's arc edge geometry, while other portions may maintain simpler geometries. This localized curvature optimization allows the lens module to utilize the arc area effectively without unnecessarily complicating the entire housing structure.
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AI summary
An electronic device includes a first housing, a second housing, an accommodating space and a lens module. The second housing is connected to the first housing and includes an arc edge. The accommodating space is formed between the first housing and the second housing and includes an arc area having a position corresponding to the arc edge. The lens module is located in the accommodating space, matches the shape of the accommodating space, and includes a bottom case, a side case, a top case, an internal space and a photography unit. The side case is connected to the bottom case and includes an inclined surface area which is provided in the arc area. The top case is connected to the side case and includes a top opening.