Laptop Support Prongs for Vent-Clear Adjustable Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing laptop supports are bulky, obstruct air vents for cooling, and do not easily stow in laptop cases, lacking customization options for optimal cooling and adjustable angular disposition.
Innovation Solution
A support system with attachable mounts and height-adjustable, angle-alterable prongs that attach to the underside of laptops, allowing for customizable positioning to avoid air vents and provide adjustable support without obstructing them.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If traditional laptop supports are used, then support function is provided, but they are bulky and obstruct air vents
Solution Approach 1:
The support system is divided into separate modular components: attachable mounts that can be positioned on the laptop body and detachable support elements (prongs/legs) that connect to the mounts. This segmentation allows the support function to be activated only when needed, keeping air vents clear during normal operation, while providing structured support when deployed.
Solution Approach 2:
The support system transitions from a static traditional design to a dynamic configurable system where support elements can be attached, positioned at various angles, and detached as needed. The attachable mounts remain fixed to the laptop while support elements can be dynamically connected and adjusted, allowing the system to adapt between providing support and maintaining clear air vents.
2Volume of moving object
If traditional laptop supports are used, then support function is provided, but they do not pack compactly
Solution Approach 1:
By dividing the support system into separate attachable mounts and detachable support elements, the system allows support components to be removed and stored separately in a compact manner within laptop carrying cases, reducing the volume occupied during transport while maintaining full support functionality when deployed.
Solution Approach 2:
The support elements are designed to nest within or against the laptop body or carrying case structure when not in use, with prongs and legs capable of being positioned in a retracted or folded state that minimizes the overall volume required for storage.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional laptop supports are used, then fixed angular support is provided, but they lack customization options
Solution Approach 1:
The modular architecture with separate attachable mounts and detachable support elements enables multiple configuration options including different attachment positions, varying support angles, and adjustable heights, providing customization without requiring a single complex integrated structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachable mounts serve multiple functions: they can accommodate different types of support elements, allow positioning at various locations on the laptop, and enable both support and non-support states. This multi-functionality provides adaptability and versatility while maintaining relatively simple individual component designs.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient cooling by keeping air vents clear, allows for customizable support configurations, and compact storage when not in use, enhancing usability and portability.
Implementation Method 1
The one or more attachable mounts may include an adhesive layer that permits each attachable mount to adhere to the underside of the laptop at any desired location
Data Source
AI summary
A support prong system for a laptop device or other device includes one or more support prongs that are attachable to an underside of the device. Each support prong has a proximal prong portion for attachment nearest the device, and a most distal portion for contact with a device supporting surface. The support prongs may include one or more intermediate prong portions between the proximal prong portion and most distal portion. The system includes an attachable mount typically attached to the underside of the device and residing between the proximal prong portion and the device. The attachable mount has an active coupler member that couples and decouples with the proximal prong portion. Height and angle adjustment for the laptop or other device may be obtained by adjusting the one or more support prongs.