Hidden Hook Device with Movable Slider and Magnetic Latch
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional hook devices have exposed hooks that compromise aesthetics and user safety due to sharp tips, and they lack convenience in terms of connection force and depth.
Innovation Solution
A hidden hook device utilizing a movable slider and magnetic hook that can be concealed within a base, featuring a multi-stage top surface design for easy latching and unlatching, with a magnetic attractive force for secure engagement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the hook is exposed on the exterior of the device, then the connection function is achieved, but the device appearance is impaired and user safety is compromised due to sharp hook tips
Solution Approach 1:
The hook is designed to be movable rather than fixed, allowing it to transition between a retracted state (when not in use) and an extended state (when connection is needed). The slider mechanism enables the hook to move dynamically along the guiding groove, transforming from a static exposed structure to a dynamic concealed structure that only appears when required for connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The hook is nested within the hook base when not in use, with the slider positioned to keep the hook retracted inside the base structure. The hook can be thought of as nested within the containing chamber, only becoming visible and functional when the slider moves to extend it through the opening.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If the hook is hidden within the hook base, then aesthetics and user safety are improved, but the connection force and connection depth may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The slider acts as an intermediary mechanism that enables the hook to achieve full extension for strong connection while maintaining a retracted position for aesthetics. The slider transfers the connection force from the external environment to the hook, allowing the hook to engage deeply with the hook groove while the slider absorbs and manages the mechanical stress of engagement and disengagement.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection mechanism is segmented into distinct functional components: the slider (for movement and force application), the hook (for engagement), the guiding groove (for constrained motion), and the spring (for resetting). This segmentation allows each component to optimize its specific function while working together to achieve both strong connection force and aesthetic concealment.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If the hook is hidden within the hook base, then aesthetics are improved, but the ease of operation for latching and unlatching may be reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The spring-loaded slider mechanism provides self-service functionality by automatically resetting the hook to its retracted position after disengagement. When the external force is removed after unlatching, the spring automatically pushes the slider back, returning the hook to its concealed state without requiring additional user action. This self-resetting feature maintains ease of operation while preserving aesthetics.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic attractive member replaces part of the mechanical interaction between the hook and hook groove. The magnetic force assists in guiding the hook into proper alignment and maintaining engagement, reducing the mechanical complexity of the latching action and making operation smoother and more intuitive.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances user safety by hiding the hook, providing strong connection force, and allowing for easy operation with a wide range of clipping depths, thus improving both aesthetics and usability.
Implementation Method 1
a magnetic attractive power is induced between the hook and the attractive member
Data Source
AI summary
A hook device includes a hook base, an attractive member, a slider and a hook. The hook base includes a containing chamber, in which the containing chamber has an opening. The attractive member is set in a sidewall of the containing chamber and is opposite to the opening. The slider is disposed within the containing chamber, in which the slider has a top surface. The hook is disposed in the containing chamber and is on the top surface of the slider, in which a magnetic attractive power is induced between the hook and the attractive member. The hook may further include a secondary hook base having a hook groove corresponding to the opening. A portion of the hook is removed out through the opening of the containing chamber and is clipped in the hook groove by pushing the slider.