Holster Clip System for Handheld Device Spacing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable handheld device carriers do not effectively maintain a sufficient distance between the device and the user's body to minimize radio frequency energy absorption, and they lack adjustable positioning options for optimal comfort and support.
Innovation Solution
A holster and clip system that allows for movement between open and gripping positions, with a resilient biasing member to ensure the device is securely held at least 18mm away from the gripping surfaces, and includes a selectively positionable clip for adjustable orientation relative to the holster.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the handheld device is attached directly to the user's body using a standard clip, then ease of carrying is improved, but radio frequency energy absorption increases due to insufficient spacing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary structure (the holster with clip assembly) between the handheld device and the user's body. The clip is positioned to engage with clothing or belt while the holster body maintains spacing, acting as a mediator that enables carrying functionality while preventing direct body contact and reducing radio frequency energy absorption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent extends the carrying solution into additional spatial dimensions by using a holster structure that projects away from the body surface. Instead of flat attachment, the device is positioned in three-dimensional space with controlled distances from the body, creating optimal spacing for radio frequency safety while maintaining secure attachment.
2Ease of manufacture
If the clip is fixed in position, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but adaptability and user comfort are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a static, fixed clip design to a dynamic system where the clip can be positioned at multiple locations along the holster. This dynamic capability allows users to adjust the clip position according to their comfort preferences and different carrying scenarios, enhancing adaptability while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the clip attachment mechanism into separable components that can be positioned at different locations. The clip is designed as a distinct element that can be attached at various points along the holster structure, enabling flexible positioning without requiring a completely complex reconfigurable system.
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
This configuration minimizes specific absorption rate (SAR) by maintaining a consistent distance between the device and the user's body, while allowing for adjustable positioning to enhance comfort and support, thus optimizing the carrying experience.
Implementation Method 1
a resilient biasing member to ensure the device is securely held at least 18mm away from the gripping surfaces
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AI summary
There is provided an apparatus for supporting a handheld electronic device including a holster and a clip. The holster defines a pocket for receiving a handheld electronic device and supporting the received handheld electronic device. The clip is coupled to the holster and is configured for movement between an open position and a gripping position and is biased towards the gripping position. In the open position, spacing is provided between the clip and the holster so as to receive an article. In the gripping position, the clip is disposed such that, when an article is disposed between the clip and the holster, the article is gripped by the clip against at least one gripping surface portion of the holster under the force effecting biasing of the clip towards the gripping position. When the clip is disposed in the gripping position, and a handheld electronic device is received and supported by the pocket, coupling of the handheld electronic device to the article is thereby effected. When the coupling of the handheld electronic device to the article is effected, the minimum distance between the handheld electronic device each one of the at least one gripping portion of the holster is at least eighteen (18) millimetres.