Vehicle Dashboard Mobile Holder With Flush Display Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing vehicle dashboard solutions for holding mobile devices are not ergonomically or visually integrated, leading to insecure and unsightly placement, which hinders easy access and functional operation during driving.
Innovation Solution
A dashboard design with a holding device that securely integrates a mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet, flush with the instrument panel, using a cuboid receiving area and support device that adjusts to fit various devices, along with an inductive charging system and data interface, allowing seamless integration and operation with the vehicle's display.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a mounting bracket is integrated into the dashboard, then the mobile device is securely held in place, but the visual integration and ergonomics are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is nested within a recess in the dashboard, allowing the mobile device to be held securely while maintaining a flush, integrated appearance with the dashboard surface. The recess accommodates the bracket and device without protruding, achieving both secure holding and visual integration.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket utilizes the third dimension by extending vertically from the dashboard surface when needed, then retracting or remaining flush when not in use. This allows secure holding capability while maintaining ergonomic access and visual integration at different operational states.
2Reliability
If a mounting bracket is integrated into the dashboard, then the mobile device is securely held in place, but the visual appearance becomes unsightly
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is nested within a recess in the dashboard, allowing the mobile device to be held securely while maintaining a flush, integrated appearance with the dashboard surface. The recess accommodates the bracket and device without protruding, achieving both secure holding and visual integration.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket is designed to merge visually with the dashboard by using matching materials, colors, and contours. The bracket and dashboard are integrated as a unified structure, eliminating the appearance of separate, unsightly components while maintaining secure holding functionality.
3Shape
If the mobile device is positioned flush with the display unit, then visual integration is improved, but the device placement becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting bracket is pre-installed and positioned in the dashboard during dashboard assembly, before the mobile device is installed. This preliminary positioning ensures that when the mobile device is placed in the bracket, it automatically aligns flush with the display unit, achieving visual integration without complex adjustment procedures.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting bracket incorporates localized alignment features such as guide rails, positioning pins, or adjustable mechanisms at specific locations to ensure the mobile device aligns flush with the display unit. These localized features simplify the overall placement process while achieving the required visual integration.
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 provides a secure, ergonomic, and visually appealing integration of mobile devices into the dashboard, enabling easy access and operation by the driver and passenger, enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of the vehicle's display system.
Implementation Method 1
The holding device (3) includes a charging device (9) designed to charge the mobile device inductively, in particular when the mobile device is held in the receiving area (6)
Data Source
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AI summary
A dashboard 1 for a vehicle is proposed, wherein the dashboard 1 has a display device 2 for displaying vehicle operating data, control and/or service data, wherein the dashboard 1 comprises a holding device 3 for a mobile device, wherein the holding device 3 is integrated in the dashboard 1 in such a manner that the mobile device can be arranged such that its front and/or surface is flush with the display device 2.