Ear Bud Tray in Computing Device Housing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing computing devices lack an efficient and convenient method for storing and charging wireless earbuds, leading to issues with organization and accessibility.
Innovation Solution
Incorporating a tray recess within the device's housing assembly that houses a processor, memory, and a tray for earbuds, allowing for both storage and charging via wired or wireless means, with mechanisms for easy insertion and removal.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If wireless earbuds are stored separately from the computing device, then accessibility and organization are improved, but the risk of misplacement increases and device functionality is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The earbud tray is nested within the housing assembly of the computing device, creating a compact integrated storage solution. The tray recess is formed within the housing structure, allowing earbuds to be stored inside the device itself rather than requiring separate external storage containers.
2Ease of operation
If a dedicated earbud storage tray is added to the housing assembly, then organization and accessibility are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The housing assembly serves multiple functions: it provides structural support for the device, contains the earbud tray recess for storage, and integrates charging functionality through wireless charging coils. This multi-functional design avoids adding separate dedicated components for each function.
Solution Approach 2:
The earbud tray, charging mechanism, and housing structure are merged into a single integrated assembly. The tray recess is formed as part of the housing, and wireless charging coils are embedded within the same housing structure, combining multiple functions into one unified component.
3Ease of operation
If wireless charging coils are integrated into the housing assembly, then charging convenience is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Wireless charging coils are pre-integrated into the housing assembly during the manufacturing process, enabling charging functionality to be ready before the device is assembled. The coils are positioned in advance within the housing structure to align with earbud charging contacts.
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AI summary
A device can include a processor; memory accessible to the processor; a housing assembly that includes a display and a tray recess; and an ear bud tray disposed in the tray recess.