Hybrid Frame Sleeve Case With Elastic Polymer Cushioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Portable electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops are prone to damage from impacts and fluid ingress, leading to issues like cracked screens, scratched surfaces, and malfunctioning components, highlighting the need for effective protective cases.
Innovation Solution
A hybrid frame sleeve case is designed for portable electronic devices, featuring flexible neoprene or fabric panels attached to an elastic polymer frame, such as ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), which provides cushioning and protection around the perimeter of the case, along with a magnetic latch for secure closure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a rigid protective case is used, then impact protection is improved, but flexibility and adaptability to different device sizes deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The case combines a rigid frame structure made of elastic polymer (such as EVA) with flexible fabric panels. The rigid frame provides impact protection and structural integrity, while the flexible fabric panels allow the case to stretch and conform to different device sizes and shapes, resolving the contradiction between rigidity for protection and flexibility for adaptability
Solution Approach 2:
The case is divided into distinct components: a rigid frame structure and separate flexible fabric panels. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function - the frame provides structural protection while the panels provide flexibility and customization, enabling the case to adapt to different devices
2Strength
If a frame structure is added for cushioning, then impact absorption is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The frame structure and fabric panels are merged into a single integrated case assembly where the frame provides the cushioning structure and the fabric panels are attached to complete the case. This merging approach provides comprehensive impact protection while maintaining relatively simple construction through combination rather than separate complex subsystems
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
The hybrid frame sleeve case effectively absorbs impacts and protects the device from fluid ingress, while the elastic polymer frame provides flexible protection that can stretch to accommodate different device sizes, enhancing the overall durability and usability of the case.
Implementation Method 1
The elastic polymer frame extends around a perimeter of the sleeve to provide cushioning or padding for the side edges of the sleeve
Implementation Method 2
A magnetic latch or other latch may be used to secure an opening on one side of the sleeve
Data Source
AI summary
A hybrid frame sleeve case for a portable electronic device is disclosed herein. The portable electronic device may be a laptop computer, a tablet, or another portable electronic device. The case may include flexible panels, such as neoprene or fabric panels, attached to an elastic polymer frame, such as ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). The elastic polymer frame extends around a perimeter of the sleeve to provide cushioning or padding for the side edges of the sleeve. A magnetic latch or other latch may be used to secure an opening on one side of the sleeve. The case may optionally include a charging system that allows the portable electronic device to be charged while housed in the case or otherwise positioned to allow charging by the charging system.