Hinge Assembly with Moving Axis for Tablet Mode
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional notebook computers with touch panels face aesthetic issues due to recesses in the casing when transitioning to tablet mode, which hinder market appeal.
Innovation Solution
A hinge assembly with a moving axis, comprising a shaft, first and second brackets, and flexibly connecting portions that stretch and bend to change the axis position of the shaft, allowing the second casing to overlap with the first casing without the need for a recess, thereby enhancing the device's appearance and functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a recess is formed on the casing of the display module to accommodate the linkage member in tablet mode, then the stability and proper operation of the notebook computer in tablet mode is improved, but the appearance quality deteriorates due to the visible recess
Solution Approach 1:
The hinge assembly employs a movable shaft that can dynamically change its position between a first position (when the display module is in notebook mode) and a second position (when the display module is in tablet mode). This dynamic adjustment allows the linkage member to be properly accommodated in tablet mode without creating a visible recess, thus maintaining appearance quality while ensuring operational stability
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the position parameter of the shaft between two distinct positions depending on the operational mode. In notebook mode, the shaft is at the first position; in tablet mode, the shaft moves to the second position. This parameter change enables the system to adapt to different configurations without compromising appearance or functionality
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AI summary
A hinge assembly with a moving axis is disclosed. The hinge assembly includes a shaft, a first bracket and a second bracket. The shaft includes a first rod portion and a second rod portion. The first bracket includes a first rotating portion and a first flexibly connecting portion. The first rotating portion is pivoted to the first rod portion of the shaft, and the first flexibly connecting portion extends from the first rotating portion. The second bracket is pivoted to the second rod portion of the shaft and for driving the shaft to activate the first rotating portion such that the first flexibly connecting portion is stretched and bent and the shaft is moved.