Reusable Adhesive Phone Mount for Residue-Free Hands-Free Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional smartphones lack a practical solution for hands-free use on various surfaces and often require permanent adhesives that can damage the device or surface, and typical cases do not allow for carrying additional items securely.
Innovation Solution
A reusable elastomeric adhesive device with a hinge and protective kickstand that can be mounted to any non-porous or semi-porous surface, allowing secure attachment and detachment without residue, and includes a pocket for additional items.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional adhesive (glue or duct tape) is used to adhere the phone to a surface, then the phone can be mounted to surfaces for hands-free use, but the adhesive is permanent and causes damage to the surface or device
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a reusable adhesive material that changes its adhesive properties - it can be activated and deactivated through pressure and temperature changes, allowing it to transition between adhering and releasing states without causing damage to surfaces
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesive material can be removed and reused multiple times without losing its adhesive properties, allowing the mounting device to be relocated and reused rather than being permanently fixed or discarded
2Ease of operation
If a tripod is carried for hands-free use, then the device can be propped on surfaces, but it is highly impractical to carry a tripod everywhere
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device serves multiple functions - it can adhere to various surfaces for hands-free viewing, attach to the smartphone itself for secure grip, and potentially serve as a protective case, eliminating the need for separate tripods or holders
Solution Approach 2:
The adhesive material is applied as a thin, flexible layer that can conform to different surfaces and can be easily stored when not in use, making it much more portable than a rigid tripod structure
3Reliability
If typical cases are used for smartphones, then the device is protected, but additional items cannot be carried securely
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device is integrated with the smartphone case, combining protective case functionality with adhesive mounting capability and additional item storage in a single unified structure
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
Enables hands-free use of smartphones on various surfaces, secure grip, and storage of additional items without damaging the device or surface, with the adhesive being completely reusable and easy to clean.
Implementation Method 1
An adhesive material is provided on the first side of the second portion for connecting the second portion to an electronic device
Implementation Method 2
The present invention employs a reusable elastomeric adhesive to allow a user to mount a smartphone to nearly any non-porous or semi-porous flat surface
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AI summary
A device having a top half and a bottom half divided by a perforated hinge mechanism is provided. The top half may contain a graphic image and be used as a protective cover or kickstand, and the bottom half contains a reusable elastomeric adhesive. The adhesive can be on both sides of the bottom half. The device can be used to mount any flat, non-porous or semi-porous object to another flat, non-porous or semi-porous surface or object. The shape and size of the device does not affect its functionality and can therefore be modified as needed.