Deformable Structure Control for Electronic Device Adaptation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic devices, such as smartphones and tablets, are rigid and cannot deform on their own, limiting their ability to adapt to user interactions and applications.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a deformable structure connected to a controller within the device, which allows the device to change forms based on preset conditions, enabling self-deformation without external force, such as changing from a flat to a curved surface for improved user experience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a rigid housing is used for the electronic device, then the structural strength and stability are improved, but the device cannot deform autonomously to adapt to different applications
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by introducing a deformable structure that can change its configuration between different states (first form, second form, third form) based on control instructions. The deformable structure includes flexible components such as flexible screens and deformable housings that can transition between rigid and flexible states, enabling the device to adapt to different applications while maintaining structural integrity when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by modifying the physical state and configuration parameters of the deformable structure. The controller adjusts parameters such as the degree of deformation, curvature radius, and structural configuration of the flexible screen and housing based on detected application types and user interactions, allowing the device to optimize its form factor for different use cases.
2Manufacturing precision
If the electronic device is made rigid, then the manufacturing precision and structural stability are improved, but the device cannot perform self-deformation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by enabling the electronic device to autonomously determine and execute deformation actions based on detected conditions. The controller automatically detects application types, user interactions, and environmental conditions, then autonomously generates control instructions to deform the structure without requiring manual user intervention, achieving self-adaptive behavior.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies mechanics substitution by replacing traditional mechanical switching mechanisms with a controller-based system that uses sensors, processing units, and actuators. The controller interprets detection results and generates appropriate control instructions to drive the deformable structure, substituting complex mechanical linkages with a more flexible electronic control system.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a deformable structure is added to enable self-deformation, then the adaptability and intelligence are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a deformable structure that serves multiple functions through a single integrated system. The same flexible screen and housing components are used across different application scenarios (phone calls, video playback, gaming, etc.), eliminating the need for multiple specialized structures and reducing overall device complexity despite the enhanced adaptability.
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AI summary
A controlling method and an electronic device are described. The method is applied to an electronic device that includes determining whether the electronic device satisfies a preset condition in case of a deformable structure in the electronic device being in a first form; and obtaining a first control instruction, controlling the deformable structure to deform from the first form to a second form to drive at least a part of a body of the electronic device to be deformed in case of the electronic device satisfying the preset condition, and controlling the deformable structure to maintain in the second form before a second control instruction is received, wherein, the second control instruction controls the deformable structure to deform from the second form to a third form which is different from or the same as the first form.