Dock Connection Assembly with Triggered Elastic Linkage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Tablet PCs lack functional diversity in connecting and fixing with peripherals, limiting their ability to meet the processing requirements of business users due to their compact design, which sacrifices connectivity options.
Innovation Solution
A connection assembly utilizing two elastic elements and a trigger mechanism that allows automatic connection and disconnection of electronic apparatuses to a dock without user-operated control elements, enabling one-handed operation and seamless integration of peripherals like keyboards.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Weight of moving object
If tablet PCs are designed with thinner and lighter volume, then portability and user convenience are improved, but functional diversity in connecting and fixing with peripherals deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection assembly is nested within the dock structure, with the linkage element and trigger element integrated into the dock's body. The connection assembly can be stored within the dock when not in use, and deployed when needed, allowing the tablet PC to maintain a compact form while providing full peripheral connectivity functionality through the integrated dock system
2Manufacturing precision
If manual control elements are added for connection and disconnection, then connection control precision is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The connection assembly employs a self-actuating mechanism where the trigger element automatically activates the linkage element to move between positions based on the insertion or removal of the electronic apparatus. The elastic element provides the necessary force for automatic engagement and disengagement, eliminating the need for separate manual control elements while maintaining precise connection control through the automated trigger mechanism
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances user efficiency by allowing effortless connection and disconnection of tablet PCs to docks, expanding functionality without requiring manual operation, thus addressing the limitations of compact tablet PC designs.
Implementation Method 1
two elastic elements to provide elastic force, and allow the linkage element move between the first position and the second position of the trigger element
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AI summary
A connection assembly comprises a bracket, a linkage element, a first elastic element, a trigger element, and a second elastic element. The first elastic element is connected with the bracket and the linkage element. One end of the trigger element is fixed on the bracket. The second elastic element is connected to the trigger element and the bracket. When the electronic apparatus is not connected to the dock, the linkage element is located at a first position of the trigger element, and the first elastic element stores a first elastic force. When the electronic apparatus is connected to the dock, the trigger element receives an external force so that the second elastic element stores a second elastic force, and the first elastic element releases the first elastic force to move the linkage element to a second position of the trigger element.