Foldable Package Structure with Integrated Upright Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional package structures for portable electronic devices lack a supporting mechanism to allow them to stand upright, limiting their usability and functionality.
Innovation Solution
A package structure comprising a base portion, a supporting portion with first and second fixing elements, and a connector that enables the device to be supported upright and connected for input operations without additional support.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional package structure is used, then the device is protected and covered, but the device cannot stand upright without additional supporting members
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the covering function and supporting function into a single integrated package structure. The supporting portion is integrated with the base portion, allowing the device to stand upright without requiring separate supporting members, thus improving usability while avoiding increased structural complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The package structure is designed to perform multiple functions: it provides protection for the device, enables the device to stand upright, and offers a connector for data input. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction by making the structure more versatile without proportionally increasing its complexity
2Adaptability or versatility
If a leather cover with clamping member is used, then the cover can be fixed to vehicle air conditioning, but the cover cannot be fixed on a table and application is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The package structure is designed with universal fixing capability through the connector that can interface with various surfaces including vehicle air conditioning and tables. The supporting portion can be folded and standing upright on different surfaces, enabling the same structure to serve multiple application scenarios
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting portion is designed to be foldable and adjustable, allowing it to adapt to different mounting surfaces and positions. This dynamic structure enables the package to be fixed on various surfaces like tables and vehicle air conditioning without requiring surface-specific manufacturing variations
3Ease of operation
If additional supporting members are added, then the device can stand upright, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting function is merged with the base portion of the package structure. The supporting portion is integrated with the base portion through connection elements, allowing the device to stand upright without requiring separate supporting members, thus improving ease of operation while avoiding increased structural complexity
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AI summary
A package structure for packaging a portable electronic device is provided. The package structure includes a base portion, a supporting portion and a connector. The supporting portion is connected to the base portion. The supporting portion includes a first fixing element and a second fixing element, wherein when the package structure is in a supporting state, the supporting portion is folded and standing upright, the first fixing element is detachably connected to the second fixing element, and the portable electronic device is supported by the supporting portion. The connector is disposed on the supporting portion, wherein the portable electronic device is connected to the connector.