Portable Electronic Device with Detachable Input Module and Sliding Door
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Solution Overview
Problem
Portable electronic devices, such as notebook computers, face inconvenience due to the operational limitations of touchpads and the need to carry an additional mouse for better input flexibility, as users often unintentionally touch the touchpad during typing.
Innovation Solution
A portable electronic device design that includes a detachable input module with a sliding door panel and an ejector mechanism, allowing the input module to function as both a touchpad and a mouse, with electrical connectivity via pins or wireless protocols, and a door panel that covers the accommodation space for protection and aesthetics.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a touchpad is built into the notebook computer body, then the device structure is compact and simple, but the operational flexibility is reduced and users may unintentionally touch it during typing
Solution Approach 1:
The input module is segmented from the main device body, allowing it to be detached and used as a separate mouse. The accommodation space with door panel provides a structured way to house the removable module, enabling users to separate the input functions when needed for better operational flexibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The input module transitions from a static built-in state to a dynamic removable state. The door panel mechanism enables dynamic access to the accommodation space, allowing the input module to be inserted or removed based on operational needs, thus resolving the contradiction between compact structure and operational flexibility.
2Ease of operation
If a mouse is added as an independent device to improve operational flexibility, then the input flexibility is enhanced, but the convenience of carrying is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The mouse function is merged with the notebook computer by providing an accommodation space within the device body. The input module can be removed from this space and used as a portable mouse, combining the benefits of having a mouse with the convenience of not carrying a separate device.
Solution Approach 2:
The input module serves multiple functions: it can be used as a touchpad when installed in the accommodation space, or as a portable mouse when removed. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by providing mouse capability without requiring a separate dedicated mouse device.
3Ease of operation
If the door panel is designed to slide to expose or cover the accommodation space, then the ease of access to the input module is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The door panel acts as an intermediary mechanism between the user and the accommodation space. It provides a controlled access method that balances ease of access with structural integrity, allowing users to open the door to retrieve the input module while maintaining protection when closed.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention provides a portable electronic device including a body, a first connector, a display screen, and an input module. The body has an accommodation space and a door panel capable of exposing or covering the accommodation space. The first connector is disposed in the accommodation space. The display screen is connected to the body and is capable of being closed or opened relative to the body. The input module is detachably accommodated in the accommodation space. The input module has a second connector. The second connector is configured to be electrically connected to the first connector. The input module operates in a first mode when being accommodated in the accommodation space. The input module operates in a second mode after being taken out from the accommodation space.