Locking Device for Portable Electronic Device Case
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional electronic device cases lack a locking feature to prevent improper operation or separation from the device due to impacts like dropping, as they do not securely connect to the electronic device.
Innovation Solution
A locking device comprising a body, case, engaging unit, and locking unit with movable members and a control mechanism that securely connects the case to the electronic device, ensuring it remains attached through resilient forces and a mechanism for unlocking.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a locking device is added to securely connect the case to the electronic device, then the reliability of the connection is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking device is divided into separate functional modules: engaging members for connection, locking members for securing, and a control member for operation. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while maintaining overall system reliability without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking members are movably connected to the body and can be nested within the case structure when not in use. The engaging members are integrated into the case assembly, allowing the locking mechanism to be compact and not add significant external complexity to the overall device.
2Ease of operation
If locking members are made movable to enable unlocking functionality, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The control member is connected to both locking members through the connection member, allowing a single operating action to simultaneously control both locking members. This merging of control functions simplifies the operation mechanism compared to having separate controls for each locking member.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection member acts as an intermediary between the control member and the locking members. It transmits the control action from the control member to both locking members, enabling easy operation while reducing the direct mechanical complexity between the control and locking components.
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AI summary
A securing device for a portable electronic device includes a body and a case is mounted to the body. First and second engaging members are respectively connected to two sides of the body. First and second locking members are respectively and movably connected to the two sides of the body and located corresponding to the first and second engaging members. The first locking member includes a first stop and a first recess, and the second locking member includes a second stop and a second recess. The first/second engaging member is stopped by the first/second stop and is movable in the first/second recess to unlock the secured status. A connection member is pivotably connected to the first and second locking members and is movable by operation of the control member to shift the first and second locking members to allow the first and second engaging members to unlock.