Electronic device platform
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Solution Overview
Problem
Public restrooms lack suitable surfaces for safely placing electronic devices like cell phones and tablets, exposing them to germ-infested surfaces and water risk, and users face challenges in viewing these devices during travel without proper support.
Innovation Solution
A device support platform with a cradle member and arm system that securely holds and displays electronic devices, featuring a textured surface, drain holes, and a locking mechanism for hygiene and theft prevention, allowing for hands-free viewing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If electronic devices are placed on common surfaces in public restrooms (urinal tank, sink, floor), then devices are easily accessible, but devices are exposed to germs, bacteria, and water damage
Solution Approach 1:
The device support is segmented into multiple functional components: a cradle member for holding the device, an arm member for positioning, and a plate member for mounting. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while working together to solve the overall problem of safe device placement.
Solution Approach 2:
The device support platform acts as an intermediary between the user and the restroom surfaces. Instead of placing the device directly on contaminated surfaces, the support provides a sanitary intermediate surface that elevates the device above harmful environments while maintaining accessibility.
2Reliability
If a device support platform is installed in public restrooms, then devices are protected from germs and water, but the platform structure and installation complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The arm member is designed to be adjustable and repositionable, allowing users to dynamically adjust the device support to different heights and positions. This dynamic capability provides flexibility in positioning while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure that doesn't require complex fixed mounting mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The device support platform is designed with universal mounting capabilities that can accommodate different wall types and installation scenarios. The plate member can be mounted using various methods (adhesive strips, screws, or other fasteners), making the system universally applicable while keeping the basic structure simple.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the cradle member has a textured surface and raised portions, then devices are prevented from sliding and water drainage is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cradle member features localized texturing and raised portions only in specific areas where they are most effective for preventing device sliding and facilitating water drainage. Rather than making the entire cradle complex, the textured surface is applied locally to the contact areas, maintaining manufacturing simplicity while achieving the desired stability and drainage functions.
4Reliability
If the device support includes a locking mechanism and mounting clips, then theft is deterred and device security is improved, but the ease of installation and removal decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is designed to engage automatically when the device is placed in the cradle, providing preliminary security action without requiring additional user steps. The mounting clips are pre-configured on the plate member to facilitate straightforward attachment to walls, balancing security with ease of installation.
Data Source
AI summary
A electronic device support provides a platform upon which an electronic device may be temporarily placed to prevent damage and/or contamination of the electronic device. The device has a rectangular bed sized to receive and secure the electronic device. The rectangular bed has a first side has a peripheral wall to enclose the electronic device, the peripheral wall having a length portion and a width portion. The length portion has a pair of opposite facing grab slots and the width portion has a pair of opposite facing charge slots. A socket member is attached to the second side of the rectangular bed. An arcuate arm member has a first end with male member configured to be received within the socket member. The arcuate arm member has a second end which may either be configured as a clip member or the second end may be attached to a wall-mountable face plate.