Portable Hub Stand Assembly With Nested Multi-Port Coupling
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing solutions for portable electronic devices lack a comprehensive and integrated system for providing multiple interface ports and stable support, leading to limited functionality and stability when used with various devices and accessories.
Innovation Solution
An electronic hub device system with multiple interface ports and a stand system that includes a base assembly, wall assembly, and portable electronic device support, allowing for secure coupling and alignment of the hub device with the stand system, enabling multiple interface ports to be connected via electrical cabling and providing a stable support structure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple interface ports are integrated into a portable electronic device, then the functionality and connectivity are improved, but the device complexity and structural space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The electronic hub device is nested within the interior cavity of the stand system's lower assembly. The hub device fits inside the stand structure, with protrusions on the hub device aligning with recesses in the stand for secure coupling. This nesting arrangement integrates multiple interface ports and support functionality into a compact unified structure, reducing overall space requirements while maintaining versatility.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a stand system with secure coupling mechanism is implemented, then the stability and support are improved, but the device complexity and number of components increase
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling mechanism uses asymmetric protrusions and corresponding recesses. The protrusions extend from specific sides of the hub device at specific orientations, matching complementary recesses in the stand system. This asymmetric design provides secure, stable coupling while maintaining relatively simple component structures, as the asymmetry is localized to the coupling interfaces rather than the entire system.
3Adaptability or versatility
If interface ports are positioned on multiple sides of the device, then the connectivity options are improved, but the manufacturing precision and alignment requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The protrusions and recesses are pre-configured in specific positions and orientations during manufacturing. The protrusions extend from predetermined locations on the hub device sides, and the recesses are pre-formed in corresponding locations on the stand system. This preliminary positioning ensures that when the hub device is inserted into the stand, the interface ports on multiple sides automatically align correctly without requiring complex adjustment procedures, reducing manufacturing and assembly precision requirements.
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AI summary
Systems involve implementations including an electronic hub device with electronic device interface ports and with protrusions for coupling with a base assembly of a stand system wherein the electronic hub device is positioned in an internal cavity of the base assembly when the electronic hub device is coupled to the base assembly. Other aspects are described in the claims, drawings, and text forming a part of the present disclosure.