Computer Housing Shape Adjustment for Display Fit
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Solution Overview
Problem
The challenge lies in achieving a precise fit between computer housings and display covers to prevent light leakage, which occurs due to dimensional mismatches, affecting the aesthetic appeal and functionality of devices like laptops and desktops.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a measurement apparatus to determine offsets in the computer housing's dimensions, followed by an adjustment apparatus that applies force to adjust the housing's shape to meet specified dimensions, ensuring a precise fit with the display cover.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If the computer housing is manufactured with standard dimensional tolerances, then the manufacturing cost and complexity are kept low, but light leakage occurs at the edges between the computer housing and display cover
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary measurement and adjustment of the computer housing dimensions before final assembly with the display cover. By measuring the housing dimensions and applying corrective forces in advance, the system ensures proper fit and eliminates light leakage issues that would otherwise require complex post-assembly adjustments or higher precision manufacturing
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses the computer housing itself as part of the adjustment mechanism by applying forces directly to the housing structure to deform it into the correct shape. The housing material's elasticity allows it to be self-adjusted through applied forces from the actuators, eliminating the need for separate adjustment components
2Reliability
If the computer housing dimensions are adjusted to precisely match the display cover, then light leakage is prevented and aesthetic appearance is improved, but additional measurement and adjustment equipment is required
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements a closed-loop feedback mechanism where the measurement apparatus continuously monitors the computer housing dimensions, compares them against target values, and adjusts the actuator forces accordingly. This feedback control ensures precise dimensional matching between the housing and display cover while automating the adjustment process
Solution Approach 2:
The system replaces manual measurement and adjustment operations with automated mechanical systems. Computer-controlled actuators apply precise forces to the housing based on digital measurements, substituting human-operated mechanical tools with automated electromechanical systems that provide more consistent and repeatable results
3Productivity
If manual measurement and adjustment methods are used, then equipment cost is minimized, but time consumption and labor requirements increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system enables continuous operation by automatically transitioning through measurement, calculation, and adjustment phases without interruption. The measurement apparatus continuously monitors housing dimensions while actuators continuously apply corrective forces, eliminating the stop-start nature of manual adjustment processes and maintaining productive action throughout the entire adjustment cycle
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution effectively reduces light leakage and enhances the aesthetic appeal by ensuring a tight, uncluttered interface between the computer housing and the display cover, maintaining the device's functionality and appearance.
Implementation Method 1
an adjustment apparatus that applies force to adjust the shape of the computer housing based on the offsets
Data Source
AI summary
Systems which may be employed to adjust the shape of a computer housing are provided. The systems may include a measurement apparatus that measures the positions of points on the housing. A determining apparatus may determine an offset between the position of the points and reference values. An adjustment apparatus may apply force to the computer housing with actuators based on the offset at each of the points. This process may be repeated or otherwise continued until the offset is within a predetermined range of acceptable values. Related methods, assemblies, and a non-transitory computer readable medium are also provided.