Wireless Keyboard Pivotal Dock for Tablet Orientation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wireless keyboards are limited in their ability to connect to and carry multiple computing devices, such as tablets and cellular phones, and do not offer flexible orientation options for improved user experience.
Innovation Solution
A wireless keyboard device with a pivotally adjustable design that includes a slot and elongated channel to securely hold and wirelessly connect to various computing devices, allowing for adjustable viewing angles and the ability to toggle between different devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a wireless keyboard is designed to connect to only one computing device, then the connection stability is improved, but the adaptability to different devices deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The keyboard is designed with a universal connection capability that allows it to connect to multiple types of computing devices (tablets, smartphones, laptops) through a single wireless interface. The connection module is configured to establish wireless connections with different devices sequentially, enabling one keyboard to serve multiple functions and compatible with various device types without requiring separate connection mechanisms for each device type.
2Device complexity
If a wireless keyboard does not carry computing devices, then the device simplicity is improved, but the functionality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The keyboard integrates the device carrying function directly into its structural design. The top surface of the keyboard is configured to physically support and carry computing devices (tablets, smartphones) in addition to providing keyboard input functionality. This merging of support function with the keyboard body eliminates the need for separate stands or holders, maintaining device simplicity while enhancing functionality.
3Manufacturing precision
If a wireless keyboard has a fixed orientation for carrying devices, then the manufacturing precision is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The keyboard incorporates a rotatable mechanism that allows the device-carrying surface to rotate relative to the keyboard body. This dynamic adjustment capability enables users to change the orientation and viewing angle of carried devices (tablets, smartphones) to different positions, transforming a previously fixed structure into an adjustable one that adapts to various user preferences and usage scenarios.
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AI summary
A wireless keyboard wirelessly connects to a desktop computer, a tablet and/or a cellular phone, and carries the tablet and/or cellular phone in a dock. The dock has a slot formed in an upper wall of a keyboard panel. A bar with a channel is pivotally carried by the keyboard panel and pivots in the slot. One or more ribs and/or notches on an exterior of the bar are engaged by a pawl in the keyboard panel to releasably maintain a position of the bar.