Interchangeable Electronics Tray for Secure Device Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic charging devices lack a secure and versatile mechanism for retaining and charging various electronic devices, such as smartphones and laptops, with interchangeable components that can adapt to different power requirements and secure positioning.
Innovation Solution
A charging apparatus featuring an electronics tray with a locking platform and an interchangeable electronics assembly that includes protrusions for secure locking and a circuit for power conversion, allowing for secure retention and adaptable charging of electronic devices through a combination of wired and inductive charging methods.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed charging device is used, then the structure is simple, but it cannot accommodate various electronic devices with different power requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The charging device is divided into a fixed base unit and interchangeable electronics assemblies. Each assembly is a separate, self-contained module that can be removed and replaced. This segmentation allows the system to handle multiple device types without increasing the complexity of the base structure, as each assembly is designed to work independently with the standard base.
Solution Approach 2:
The base charging device is designed with universal compatibility features including a standardized recess geometry, common locking mechanism interface, and unified power conversion system. This allows a single base unit to support multiple different electronics assemblies through standardized interfaces, enabling one device to perform multiple charging functions without requiring separate charging solutions for each device type.
2Adaptability or versatility
If an interchangeable electronics assembly is used, then adaptability to different devices is improved, but secure positioning becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The locking function is extracted as a separate, dedicated mechanism within the electronics assembly. Each assembly includes its own locking platform with receiver grooves that engage with corresponding features on the base. This extracted locking mechanism ensures secure positioning without adding complexity to the base unit, as the locking responsibility is taken out and handled by each interchangeable assembly independently.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking platform with receiver grooves acts as an intermediary element between the electronics assembly and the base recess. This intermediate structure facilitates secure connection by providing a dedicated engagement interface that translates the insertion motion into a locked position, ensuring reliable retention while maintaining the interchangeability of the assemblies.
3Ease of manufacture
If a standardized recess and locking platform are used, then ease of manufacture is improved, but customization for different power requirements becomes limited
Solution Approach 1:
The power conversion functionality is segmented into the interchangeable electronics assemblies rather than being built into the base unit. Each assembly contains its own circuit board with power conversion circuitry tailored to specific device requirements. This segmentation allows the base to remain simple and standardized for easy manufacture, while the customizable power conversion capabilities are distributed across the interchangeable assemblies.
Solution Approach 2:
Each electronics assembly is designed with local quality variations in its circuit board to match specific device power requirements. Different assemblies have different circuit configurations, voltage conversion capabilities, and power management features optimized for particular device types. This local customization at the assembly level allows the standardized base to support diverse power requirements without compromising ease of manufacture.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a secure and adaptable charging system that can accommodate various electronic devices by using interchangeable components, ensuring efficient power conversion and secure positioning, thereby enhancing user convenience and compatibility with different devices and power sources.
Implementation Method 1
a circuit disposed within the housing that converts power received from an outlet for use in charging the electronic device
Data Source
AI summary
Electrical charging devices and assemblies are provided herein. An example apparatus includes an electronics tray including a forwardly disposed locking platform, an electronics assembly in sliding relationship with the electronics tray, the electronics assembly having locking members that mate with the forwardly disposed locking platform when the electronics assembly is translated forwardly, and a stabilizer that pivots downwardly when the electronics assembly is translated forwardly.