Multi-Axis Lens Module Pivot Mechanism for Expanded Shooting Angle
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic devices with rotatable lens modules are limited in their ability to change the location and angle of the lens, requiring the entire device to be moved for different shooting positions and restricting the camera lens's shooting angle to a single axis.
Innovation Solution
The electronic device incorporates first and second connecting elements that allow the lens module to be moved in and out of the housing and adjusted in position, with the lens module being rotatable relative to the second connecting element, enabling flexible positioning and angle adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the lens module is pivoted on the housing at both ends, then the lens module can rotate along a single axis, but the location of the lens module is restricted within the housing and the shooting angle is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting structure is divided into multiple segments: a first connecting element pivoted on the housing and a second connecting element pivoted on the first connecting element. This segmentation allows the lens module to achieve multi-directional rotation (first swing direction and second swing direction) while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure compared to a fully articulated arm system.
Solution Approach 2:
The lens module transitions from single-axis rotation to multi-axis movement by adding the second connecting element that pivots in a second swing direction different from the first swing direction. This dimensional expansion enables the lens module to cover a broader shooting angle range without requiring the entire device to be moved.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the entire electronic device is moved to higher or lower positions, then the lens module can shoot from different locations, but the operation becomes more complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting elements are designed to be deflectable relative to the housing and to each other, transforming the static lens module into a dynamic component that can automatically adjust its position and angle. This eliminates the need for manual relocation of the entire device, making the system more adaptable and easier to operate.
Solution Approach 2:
The lens module, through the deflectable connecting elements, can self-adjust its position and shooting angle without requiring external intervention to move the entire device. The user simply needs to deflect the connecting elements to the desired position, and the lens module automatically assumes the correct orientation for shooting.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the lens module is fixed within the housing, then the structure is simple and stable, but the location and angle of the lens module cannot be adjusted
Solution Approach 1:
The first and second connecting elements are pre-configured with pivot points and deflection capabilities, allowing the lens module to be positioned and oriented in advance before actual use. This preliminary setup enables quick adjustment to different shooting positions and angles while maintaining structural stability during operation.
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AI summary
An electronic device includes a housing, a first connecting element, a second connecting element, and a lens module. In this case, the first connecting element pivots on the housing, and deflects relative to the housing in a first swing direction. The second connecting element pivots on the first connecting element, and deflects relative to the first connecting element in a second swing direction. The lens module connects with the second connecting element. Therefore, because the lens module of the electronic device can be deflected in both the first and the second swing directions, the lens module can retrieve images from a broader scope.