Input Device Detection System Positioning Accuracy

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional input device detection systems, such as those using optical or laser sensing modules, often produce erroneous results due to inaccurate positioning of the input device, which can lead to unreliable detection outcomes.

Innovation Solution

A detection system comprising a foundation, a cover plate, a trajectory detection plate, and a control device, where retractable rods and pressure pumps are used to precisely position the input device and align the optical sensing module with a detection hole, and a trajectory detection plate is moved to simulate the input device's movement, generating a trajectory signal for accurate detection.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If manual positioning is used to place the input device on the fixture, then the operation is simple and quick, but the positioning accuracy is poor leading to erroneous detection results

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepositioning accuracyVSAvoidsystem complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses automatic positioning mechanisms where the input device itself interacts with positioning structures (such as positioning holes and positioning protrusions) to achieve accurate alignment without requiring manual adjustment. The device self-aligns with the fixture through complementary geometric features.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces manual mechanical positioning with an automated positioning system that uses mechanical structures (positioning holes, protrusions, retractable rods) to automatically align and secure the input device in the correct position, eliminating human error in positioning.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Reliability

If the input device is not accurately positioned, then the detection process is quick and flexible, but the detection reliability is poor

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection reliabilityVSAvoidoperation convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs preliminary positioning actions before detection begins. The input device is pre-aligned with positioning holes and secured by positioning protrusions, and the optical module is pre-positioned using retractable rods, ensuring accurate positioning is established before the actual detection process starts.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The system incorporates feedback mechanisms where the positioning status is verified through detection signals. The control unit receives feedback from the positioning structures to confirm proper alignment, and can adjust or repeat positioning if the feedback indicates misalignment, thereby ensuring detection reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Measurement precision

If manual placement is used without positioning structures, then the device structure is simple, but the detection accuracy is poor

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection accuracyVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The positioning system is segmented into distinct functional components: positioning holes in the fixture, positioning protrusions on the input device, and separate adjustment mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to be manufactured independently using standard processes while achieving high detection accuracy through their coordinated interaction.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

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 system significantly increases the accuracy and reliability of input device detection by ensuring proper alignment and simulating the input device's movement, thereby enhancing the precision of the detection results.

Implementation Method 1

The optical sensing module emits a light beam, and the light beam is transmitted through the detection hole and projected to the trajectory detection plate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight transmission: Light

Implementation Method 2

When the trajectory detection plate is moved relative to the foundation and the light beam is reflected to the optical sensing module by the trajectory detection plate, the input device generates a trajectory signal

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectLight reflection: Reflection

Data Source

PatentUS10691226B2Input device detection system and method
Publication Date: 2020.06.23 PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD
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AI summary

An input device detection system includes a foundation, a cover plate and a trajectory detection plate. The foundation includes a base plate and plural first retractable rods. The base plate has a top surface, a bottom surface and a detection hole. The input device is pushed by the plural first retractable rods along a horizontal direction. The input device is pushed by plural second retractable rods of the cover plate along a vertical direction. The trajectory detection plate is located under the base plate. An optical sensing module of the input device emits a light beam. The light beam is transmitted through the detection hole and projected to the trajectory detection plate. When the trajectory detection plate is moved relative to the foundation and the light beam is reflected to the optical sensing module by the trajectory detection plate, a trajectory signal is generated.