Ergonomic Multi-Compartment Case for Wrist Devices
Solution Overview
Problem
Connected wrist devices face ergonomic and design issues due to their large size and complex, energy-intensive structures, leading to discomfort and instability when worn, as well as limitations in functionality and aesthetics.
Innovation Solution
A case design with two compartments forming obtuse angles to accommodate different functionalities, allowing for ergonomic positioning and wedging to prevent rotation, enabling the combination of various functions like timepieces, storage, and sensors without increasing thickness, and providing flexibility in function selection and aesthetic options.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple functions are integrated into a single wide and thick case, then functionality is improved, but ergonomic capability and stability are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The case is divided into multiple independent compartments (first compartment for timepiece, second compartment for additional functions) that can be separately assembled. This segmentation allows each compartment to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall case stability through the mounting plate structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The second compartment is arranged in a different spatial dimension (obtuse angle β with the median extension plane P1) rather than simply expanding the first compartment in linear dimensions. This dimensional reorganization provides multiple functions without proportionally increasing case thickness.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple functions are integrated into a single wide and thick case, then functionality is improved, but ergonomic capability is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The case is divided into multiple independent compartments (first compartment for timepiece, second compartment for additional functions) that can be separately assembled. This segmentation allows each compartment to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall case stability through the mounting plate structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The second compartment is arranged in a different spatial dimension (obtuse angle β with the median extension plane P1) rather than simply expanding the first compartment in linear dimensions. This dimensional reorganization provides multiple functions without proportionally increasing case thickness.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the case is made thicker to accommodate multiple functions, then functionality is improved, but device complexity is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting plate structure serves multiple functions: it provides structural support, enables angular positioning of compartments, facilitates removable assembly, and maintains case thickness. This universal structure reduces overall device complexity despite multiple functions.
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is a case including a first compartment capable of accommodating a first device, possibly associated with a first display, the first compartment being delimited by at least a first wall delimiting a first opening and a first bottom integral with or capable of being fixed to the first wall. The case includes a second compartment which is removable with respect to the first compartment and which is delimited by at least one second wall and a second bottom which is integral with or capable of being fixed to the second wall and which extends along or parallel to a plane forming an obtuse angle with an extension plane of the first wall and/or the first bottom.