Dual Stretch Band for Wearable Computing Device Security
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users often mishandle or drop personal computing devices during exercise or vigorous activities due to distracted attention, leading to fumbling and accidental drops.
Innovation Solution
A dual stretch band apparatus comprising a first band for the wearer's hand and a second band for the personal computing device, both made of elastic material, with secure connections to prevent unintentional removal and allow easy detachment after use, featuring friction-enhancing surfaces and potentially transparent, touchscreen-compatible materials for the second band.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a user handles a personal computing device during exercise or vigorous activity, then the device can be used for instructional or tracking purposes, but the user is more likely to fumble, mishandle, or drop the device due to distracted attention
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a wearable apparatus as an intermediary between the user and the personal computing device. This apparatus includes a first band that interfaces with the user's hand and a second band that interfaces with the device, connecting them through a secure mechanical linkage. The intermediary structure allows the device to be held securely during physical activity without requiring direct manual handling, thus maintaining usability while preventing drops and mishandling.
2Reliability
If a secure connection is made between the first band and second band to prevent device removal, then device security is improved, but the apparatus becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The apparatus is segmented into distinct functional components: a first band for hand attachment, a second band for device attachment, and a connection mechanism linking them. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently for its specific function while maintaining overall simplicity. The modular structure reduces complexity compared to a monolithic design while achieving secure device retention.
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
The dual band apparatus securely holds both the wearer's hand and the personal computing device in place during activities, reducing the likelihood of mishandling and drops while allowing easy removal after the activity is complete.
Implementation Method 1
a first band comprising a first band first end and a first band second end, a second band comprising at least one strip of elastic material
Implementation Method 2
featuring friction-enhancing surfaces
Data Source
AI summary
A dual stretch band includes a first loop sized for receiving a wearer's hand and a second loop sized for receiving a personal computing device. The first loop and the second loop may be joined at one or more dual stretch band seams.