Elastic Phone Mount Cage for Secure Multi-Position Holding
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing phone mounts fail to securely hold devices in various viewing positions while allowing for movement, such as on bicycles, without dislodging them.
Innovation Solution
A device holder with a base portion, a ball portion made of magnetic material, and a cage portion made of elastic material that can stretch to accommodate and securely hold mobile devices, along with a locking mechanism and strap system for attachment to objects like bicycle handlebars.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a rigid holder structure is used to securely hold the device, then the device is firmly attached, but the holder cannot accommodate movement or vibration without dislodging the device
Solution Approach 1:
The cage portion is made of elastic material that can change its physical state between stretched and relaxed configurations, allowing it to adapt to movement while maintaining secure device attachment throughout various positions
Solution Approach 2:
The holder employs a dynamic elastic cage that can move and deform with vibration and movement rather than resisting it rigidly, enabling the device to remain securely held during dynamic conditions like bicycle riding
2Stability of the object's composition
If an elastic cage material is used to accommodate movement, then the holder can withstand vibration, but the device may become loose or dislodge
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is divided into distinct functional components: a base portion for mounting, a ball portion for positioning, and a cage portion for device retention. This segmentation allows each part to be optimized independently - the elastic cage provides flexibility while the base and ball portions provide stable mounting and positioning
Solution Approach 2:
The holder combines different materials with complementary properties: elastic material for the cage portion to provide flexibility and vibration absorption, and magnetic material for the ball portion to provide secure attachment and positioning stability
3Adaptability or versatility
If a magnetic ball portion is used to hold the socket, then the socket can be positioned in various orientations, but the magnetic force may not be sufficient under strong movement
Solution Approach 1:
The holder merges multiple attachment mechanisms: magnetic attraction between the ball portion and socket provides flexible positioning, while the elastic cage physically surrounds and secures the device, creating a combined system where both mechanisms work together to maintain secure attachment under movement
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables secure, hands-free viewing of mobile devices in multiple positions with the ability to withstand movement, ensuring the device remains firmly attached without fear of falling.
Implementation Method 1
the ball portion is made of magnetic material, and the magnet of the socket and the magnetic material of the ball portion cooperate to hold the socket in a position
Implementation Method 2
the cage portion is made of elastic material such that it stretches around the mobile device holding it firmly
Data Source
AI summary
A device holder includes a base portion, the base portion attachable to an object. The device holder further includes a ball portion mounted on the base portion. The device holder further includes a cage portion, interconnected with the base portion, the cage portion shaped to hold a mobile device.