Dual-Mode Mobile Phone Holder With Magnetic And Sliding Clamps
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mobile phone holders are limited to a single mode of operation, either clamping or magnetic attraction, failing to accommodate multiple types of mobile phones with varying functionalities.
Innovation Solution
A dual-mode mobile phone holder featuring a clamping assembly with slidably connected clamping plates and a magnetic attraction assembly, allowing users to switch between clamping and magnetic holding modes, with a switching component to adjust the distance between clamping plates and a magnetic component to secure the phone.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single-mode mobile phone holder is used, then the structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate multiple types of mobile phones with varying functionalities
Solution Approach 1:
The mobile phone holder is designed with dual modes of operation: magnetic attraction mode and clamping mode. The magnetic component can attract phones with magnetic properties, while the clamping plates can physically clamp phones without magnetic functionality. This multi-functionality allows a single holder to accommodate various types of mobile phones, resolving the contradiction between versatility and structural simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder incorporates a switching component that enables dynamic transition between magnetic attraction mode and clamping mode. The clamping plates are slidable along guide grooves, allowing users to adjust the holder's configuration based on the phone type. This dynamic adaptability maintains structural simplicity while achieving versatility.
2Adaptability or versatility
If magnetic attraction is used to hold mobile phones, then the holder is simple in structure, but it cannot hold mobile phones without magnetic properties
Solution Approach 1:
The holder integrates both magnetic attraction and mechanical clamping functionalities. The magnetic component attracts phones with magnetic properties, while the clamping plates provide physical clamping for phones without magnetic properties. This universal design allows the holder to accommodate all types of mobile phones without increasing overall structural complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic attraction assembly and clamping assembly are merged into a single integrated holder structure. Both mechanisms share common components such as the housing and guide grooves, allowing the holder to perform multiple functions (magnetic attraction and mechanical clamping) without requiring separate independent structures.
3Adaptability or versatility
If elastic clamping is used to hold mobile phones, then the holder can accommodate different sizes, but it cannot hold phones without elastic pressure
Solution Approach 1:
The holder provides both elastic clamping functionality (through springs acting on the clamping plates) and magnetic attraction functionality. Users can choose the appropriate mode based on the phone type: elastic clamping for phones requiring mechanical pressure, and magnetic attraction for phones with magnetic properties. This universal design maintains adaptability while managing structural complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure and versatile holding of different mobile phones by allowing users to choose between clamping and magnetic attachment, enhancing usability and compatibility with various devices.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic attraction assembly, arranged on the housing and located between the two clamping plates
Implementation Method 2
a first spring, one end of which is connected to the main body and the other end is connected to at least one of the clamping plates
Data Source
AI summary
The invention discloses a dual-mode mobile phone holder, comprising: a housing; a clamping assembly, comprising two clamping plates oppositely arranged on the housing, at least one clamping plate slidable with respect to the housing to clamp or release a mobile phone; and a magnetic attraction assembly, arranged on the housing and located between the two clamping plates. The clamping assembly and the magnetic attraction assembly are arranged on the housing, and the clamping attraction assembly comprises the two clamping plates slidably connected to the housing, such that users can selectively use the clamping plates to clamp a mobile phone or use the magnetic attraction assembly to attract a mobile phone, thus expanding the application range of the mobile phone holder and satisfying different usage requirements of users. In addition, the invention further discloses a mobile phone expansion bracket.