Lens Support Mechanism for Camera Module Impact Resistance

The patent replaces the ball-based mechanical support system with a magnetic field-based support system. Magnets are embedded in the lens support and magnetic members are provided in the frame member, creating a non-contact magnetic attraction force that eliminates mechanical contact points. This substitution resolves the contradiction by maintaining free movement capability while eliminating the vulnerability of ball hitting parts to impact damage.

The patent introduces magnetic fields as an intermediary between the lens support and frame member. Instead of direct mechanical contact through balls, the magnetic field acts as a mediator that provides continuous attractive force to maintain positioning. This intermediary approach allows free movement while preventing separation under external forces, as the magnetic attraction continuously acts to keep the lens support aligned with the magnetic members.

The patent eliminates the mechanical ball contact system entirely and replaces it with a magnetic field-based support system. This substitution removes the point contact concentration issue by using distributed magnetic fields instead of localized ball contact points. The magnetic attraction force is distributed across multiple magnetic members in the frame, preventing impact concentration while maintaining structural simplicity.

The patent changes the fundamental parameter of contact from mechanical point contact to non-contact magnetic field interaction. By changing the support mechanism from physical balls to magnetic fields, the patent eliminates the harmful concentration of impact forces on small areas. The magnetic field distribution across multiple members disperses the force application, preventing dents or cracks while keeping the overall structure simple.