Folding Support Bracket With Auto-Reset and Anti-Breakage Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing brackets for tablet computers or mobile phone protective cases lack an automatic reset function and are prone to damage or breakage when subjected to external forces due to uneven force distribution.
Innovation Solution
A folding supporting bracket with a connecting assembly and a supporting frame, featuring sliding rails, reset springs, and anti-breakage protection mechanisms, which allows the bracket to automatically reset and fold when subjected to external forces, preventing damage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the bracket is made rigid to maintain supporting state, then the supporting stability is improved, but the bracket becomes prone to breakage when pushed by external force
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket employs a folding mechanism with movable components that allow the structure to dynamically adjust between rigid supporting state and flexible folding state. The connecting assembly includes sliding rails and movable connecting pieces that enable the bracket to transition from a stable supporting configuration to a compact folded configuration when subjected to external forces, resolving the contradiction between maintaining rigidity and avoiding breakage.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is divided into multiple separable components including a supporting frame, a plastic plate, and a connecting assembly with movable connecting pieces. These segmented parts can move relative to each other through sliding rails and connecting mechanisms, allowing the bracket to maintain stability when needed while enabling safe folding when external forces are applied, thus resolving the contradiction between supporting stability and resistance to external force.
2Ease of manufacture
If the bracket structure is simplified for ease of manufacture, then the manufacturing cost is reduced, but the bracket lacks automatic reset function and is easily damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket incorporates a reset spring in the connecting assembly that automatically resets the folding mechanism to its supporting state after being folded by external force. This self-service feature eliminates the need for manual intervention, provides automatic protection against damage, and enhances reliability without significantly complicating the manufacturing process, as the reset spring is a simple mechanical component.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the bracket uses multi-angle adjustment design to meet different needs, then the adaptability is improved, but the complexity of the bracket structure increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket uses a dynamic folding mechanism with sliding rails and movable connecting pieces that enable multi-angle adjustment capabilities. The connecting assembly allows the plastic plate to fold at different angles relative to the supporting frame, providing adaptability for various viewing angles and positions while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure through the use of standard mechanical components.
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
The bracket effectively reduces the risk of damage and extends its service life by allowing automatic folding and reset, thus enhancing durability and usability.
Implementation Method 1
a reset spring is arranged between the supporting frame and the plastic plate
Implementation Method 2
a first spring is arranged on each hardware sheet; and the hardware sheets and the first springs are combined to form an anti-breakage protection mechanism. A hardware block is movably connected into the connecting assembly; a second spring sleeves the hardware block
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AI summary
Folding supporting bracket is provided, including a connecting assembly and a supporting frame; the supporting frame is provided with a plastic plate; a reset spring is arranged between the supporting frame and the plastic plate; sliding rails are arranged in the connecting assembly; and the supporting frame is movably mounted in the sliding rails. The sliding rails, hardware sheets, and a hardware block are arranged in the connecting assembly. During use, the plastic plate can move along the sliding rails. Due to cooperative use of the hardware sheets, first springs, and second screws, an anti-breakage protection mechanism is formed. Therefore, when the bracket is pushed by an external force, the first springs can be pressed to move the hardware sheets, and the bracket is then directly folded. Breakage or damage of the bracket can be effectively avoided.