Flexible Magnetic Holding Element for Electronic Device Accessories
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic devices have complex structures due to the need for additional connection mechanisms between the device and accessories, and users are limited in their hand movements when trying to hold the device during use, such as when playing videos.
Innovation Solution
A holding element with a bearing structure that supports accessories directly on the device's surface, allowing for physical connection without additional structures, and a connecting part with a flexible portion that enables accessories to rotate and adjust their position, freeing the user's hands.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fixed connection between the tablet and physical keyboard is implemented using bayonet and hook cooperation, then the connection stability is improved, but the device structure becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the connection function from the traditional bayonet-hook mechanism and relocates it to a magnetic connection system. The magnetic connection module includes a first magnetic component on the tablet and a second magnetic component on the keyboard, which magnetically attract to each other to achieve stable connection without complex mechanical structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical bayonet-hook connection system with a magnetic field-based connection system. The magnetic attraction force provides sufficient connection stability while eliminating the need for complex mechanical interlocking structures, thus simplifying the overall device structure.
2Ease of operation
If the electronic device is held in hand during use, then the device can be operated, but the user's hand activity is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a flexible portion that enables multi-dimensional positioning of the keyboard relative to the tablet. The keyboard can be positioned at different angles and orientations while maintaining magnetic connection, allowing the device to be used in various configurations including hands-free modes, thereby expanding usage scenarios beyond traditional hand-held operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a dynamic connection system where the flexible portion allows the keyboard to move and adjust its position relative to the tablet while maintaining connection. This dynamic capability enables users to adapt the device configuration to different usage scenarios, including placing the device on surfaces for hands-free viewing or typing.
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
Simplifies the electronic device structure, enhances user experience with a beautiful design, and prevents accessories from slipping off, while allowing users to adjust accessories to different angles without needing to hold them manually.
Implementation Method 1
at least a part of the holding element rising up from the electronic device
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure discloses an electronic device and a connecting part. An electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a connecting part comprising a lateral portion, a bottom portion connected to a first end face of the lateral portion, and a top portion connected to a second end face on the lateral portion opposite to the first end face, the top portion being arranged opposite to the bottom portion so that an accommodating space is formed by the bottom portion, the lateral portion and the top portion; and N electronic accessories each comprising a body, an accommodated portion, and a flexible portion connecting the body to the accommodated portion, where N is greater than or equal to 1; wherein when accommodated portions of the N electronic accessories are placed in the accommodating space, the flexible portion of at least one of the N electronic accessories deforms under an external force, so that body of the at least one electronic accessory can rotate with respect to an end face on the bottom portion or the top portion away from the lateral portion, to change the position of the body with respect to the accommodated portion.