Dimmable Eyeglasses With Split-Temple Component Layout
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing dimmable eyeglasses often cause uneven pressure on the ears due to the placement of electronic components in a single temple, leading to an uncomfortable wearing experience.
Innovation Solution
The circuit board is placed in one temple and the battery in the other, with electrical connections distributed across both temples to balance the pressure on the ears.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If electronic components are placed in only one temple of dimmable eyeglasses, then the device complexity is reduced, but the pressure distribution on the ears becomes uneven
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic components are segmented into two groups: light-sensitive components (circuit board with sensor) are placed in the first temple, while power supply components (battery) are placed in the second temple. This segmentation distributes the weight and pressure across both ears, resolving the contradiction between simplified component placement and even pressure distribution.
2Ease of manufacture
If all electronic components are placed in one temple, then the manufacturing process is simplified, but the wearing comfort deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The manufacturing process is segmented into two independent assembly lines: one for the first temple containing the circuit board and light sensor, another for the second temple containing the battery. This maintains manufacturing simplicity while achieving balanced weight distribution for improved wearing comfort.
3Stress or pressure
If electronic components are distributed across both temples, then the pressure distribution improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Components are segmented by function: light detection and control circuitry in one temple, power supply in the other. This functional segmentation achieves balanced pressure distribution while maintaining manageable device complexity through clear functional separation.
Solution Approach 2:
The device employs asymmetric component placement tailored to functional requirements rather than symmetric distribution. The circuit board with sensor is positioned in one temple while the battery occupies the other, creating an asymmetric but optimized layout that balances pressure while maintaining functional efficiency.
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
This configuration ensures more even distribution of pressure, improving the user's wearing experience by distributing the weight and electrical connections more evenly across both ears.
Implementation Method 1
the liquid crystal film includes, in sequence, a first flexible substrate, a first conductive layer, a liquid crystal layer, a second conductive layer, and a second flexible substrate
Implementation Method 2
the dimmable lens, the circuit board, and the battery are electrically connected to the circuit board through the electrical connection component
Data Source
AI summary
This application discloses a type of dimmable eyeglasses, which include a frame, dimmable lenses, a first temple, a second temple, a circuit board, a battery, and conductive connectors. The dimmable lenses are disposed in the frame, with the first temple hinged on a side of the frame, and the second temple hinged on the other side. The circuit board is located in the first temple, and the battery is placed in the second temple. An electrical connection component is installed in the frame, with parts extending into both the first and second temples. The dimmable lenses and the battery are electrically connected to the circuit board through the electrical connection component.