Electronic Device Case With Nested Attachment Storage

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing electronic device cases fail to provide additional functionality beyond protection, lacking attachments that enable users to interact with the device and perform other tasks.

Innovation Solution

An electronic device attachment system comprising an electronic device case, a storage component affixed to the case, and one or more attachments that can be stored in the component when not in use, featuring mechanisms for easy engagement and disengagement.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a traditional protective case is used, then the electronic device is protected, but additional functionality and user interaction capabilities are lacking

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveadditional functionalityVSAvoidcase structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The case is divided into separate functional modules including a storage component and an attachment component. The attachment component can be independently engaged or disengaged from the storage component, allowing users to add or remove functionality as needed. This segmentation enables the case to provide additional functionality while maintaining a relatively simple base structure.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The attachment component is designed to provide multiple functions including serving as a stand, a grip, or an interface for connecting external devices. The storage component can hold various items such as cables, chargers, or accessories. This multi-functionality allows a single case structure to provide protection, storage, and interactive capabilities.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If attachments are integrated into the case, then user interaction capabilities are enhanced, but the ease of storing and transporting attachments is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveuser interactionVSAvoidattachment management

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The attachment component is designed to nest within or attach to the storage component when not in use. This nesting arrangement allows attachments to be conveniently stored within the case structure itself, eliminating the need for separate storage containers or pouches. The attachment can be quickly deployed from its nested position when needed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

3Adaptability or versatility

If a storage component is added to the case, then attachments can be organized and protected, but the overall device size and weight increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveattachment storageVSAvoidcase weight

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The storage component is merged with the attachment component into a single integrated structure. The attachment component serves dual purposes: it provides interactive functionality when engaged and serves as additional storage space when disengaged. This merging eliminates the need for separate storage compartments, reducing overall material usage and weight.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS12264775B2Electronic device case with attachments

Publication Date: 2025.04.01 PONTECORVO GARY J

AI summary

An electronic device attachment system is described. The attachment system includes an electronic device case configured to receive and house an electronic device such as a smartphone, a mobile media player, a tablet, or the like. The attachment system also includes a storage component affixed to the case either permanently or removably. The storage component is configured with a storage space to receive and house at least one attachment when the attachment is not in use.