Garment Smartpad Holder with Rotating Flap Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional transport devices for smartpads lack the ability to provide easy, on-the-go access and interaction with the device while maintaining portability and aesthetic appeal, as they require direct user interaction and often impair the user's view or are not designed for larger screen sizes.
Innovation Solution
A specialized storage compartment integrated into a garment, positioned on the chest, with a deployable flap that rotates to create a support shelf for the smartpad, allowing hands-free operation and secure, comfortable use, while being fashionably integrated and providing weight distribution through reinforcement stitching.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If a conventional transport device with a small viewing area is used, then the device can be carried discreetly, but the viewing area is too small for larger smartpad screens and touch screen operation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a conventional small viewing area design to a large viewing area configuration by deploying a flap that rotates from a closed position (when not in use) to an open position (when in use). This dimensional change allows the viewing area to expand from a small discrete space to a large surface that can accommodate smartpad screens of various sizes, resolving the contradiction between discreet carrying and large screen compatibility.
2Area of stationary object
If a larger viewing window is employed to accommodate smartpad screen size, then the screen can be properly displayed, but the aesthetic appeal of the transport device is impaired
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a dynamic flap structure that can rotate between a closed position (maintaining aesthetic appeal) and an open position (providing large viewing area). The flap is supported by straps that allow it to be positioned at various angles, enabling the device to adapt its appearance based on whether it is being carried or used, thus resolving the contradiction between aesthetic appeal and viewing area.
3Ease of operation
If conventional transport devices are used, then the device can be carried in a compartment, but direct user interaction is required to place and retain the device, which becomes cumbersome after extended use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service mechanism where the flap, when opened, automatically creates a support shelf through the rotation of the flap and engagement of support straps. This eliminates the need for direct user interaction to place or retain the device, as the structure itself provides the support function, thereby improving ease of operation while reducing the complexity of user interaction.
4Ease of operation
If a garment-integrated compartment is used, then the device can be carried discreetly, but the compartment does not provide adequate support for hands-free operation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the support function into separate components: the flap structure, the support straps, and the garment integration. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, providing adequate support for hands-free operation while keeping the overall structure manageable and integrated into the garment design.
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AI summary
A garment mounted storage compartment for support and transport of a planar electronic device such as a tablet computer having a video screen. The device features a compartment which has a rotatable flap with supports to position the electronic device in front of the user's eyes and in a position for operation with the user's fingers. Support while walking or sitting allows the user to operate the electronic device.