Magnetic Acoustic Device Mounting for Precise Position-Aware Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional methods for determining a device's position in space and controlling it based on its environment lack accuracy and functionality, preventing effective device control.

Innovation Solution

A bracket system for electronic devices on vertical surfaces that uses magnetic coupling and passive identification means to enable quick disconnection and change operation modes or settings based on environmental context.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Measurement precision

If conventional methods are used to determine device position and control, then the system is simple, but the accuracy and environmental awareness are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveposition determination accuracyVSAvoidcontrol system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces an intermediary system consisting of identification means (such as RFID tags, QR codes, or NFC labels) placed in the environment and a reader device that detects these identifiers. This intermediary mechanism enables accurate environmental recognition and position determination without requiring complex sensors or processing systems in the controlled device itself. The reader communicates with identification means to determine device position and environmental context, thereby achieving high measurement precision while keeping the device structure relatively simple.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Strength

If the bracket uses magnetic coupling for secure attachment, then the device is firmly held, but the disconnection and reconfiguration process becomes time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveattachment strengthVSAvoiddisconnection time
Core Design Contradiction:
StrengthVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket system employs dynamic magnetic coupling that allows for quick engagement and disengagement. The magnetic elements are designed to provide strong holding force during operation, but can be easily separated by simple pulling or sliding motions. This dynamic characteristic enables the bracket to transition between strongly attached and easily detached states, resolving the contradiction between secure attachment and quick reconfiguration.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The bracket is divided into separable components with magnetic elements positioned at specific locations. This segmentation allows the device to be quickly detached from the bracket by overcoming the magnetic force, which is sufficient to prevent accidental drops but can be easily overcome by deliberate user action. The segmented design enables rapid reconfiguration without requiring tools or complex mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

3Adaptability or versatility

If the device operates in fixed mode, then the control system is simple, but the adaptability to different environments is limited

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenvironmental adaptabilityVSAvoidcontrol system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements feedback through the interaction between the reader and identification means. When the device is placed on a bracket, the reader detects the identification signal from the bracket or surrounding environment, automatically determines the environmental context, and adjusts device parameters accordingly. This automatic feedback mechanism enables the device to adapt to different environments without requiring complex manual configuration or programming, achieving high versatility while maintaining relatively simple device architecture.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The device performs self-configuration by automatically detecting its environment through the reader-identification means interaction and adjusting its own operational parameters. The system serves itself by autonomously determining position, identifying environmental context, and modifying control settings without external intervention. This self-service capability enables environmental adaptability while avoiding the complexity of manual control systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables accurate positioning and quick adjustment of device operation modes or settings by interacting with passive identification signals, enhancing device control precision and flexibility.

Implementation Method 1

the ledge comprises at least one ferromagnetic or magnetic element, and the recess holds a corresponding opposite magnetic or ferromagnetic element, so that said opposite element contacts the corresponding ferromagnetic or magnetic element of the bracket to create a magnetic coupling when the ledge is placed into the recess

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic coupling: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS20260093218A1Method for control of an acoustic device placed on a vertical surface
Publication Date: 2026.04.02 SMARTPOINT LLC
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AI summary

The proposed invention relates to the field of computer engineering and can be used to control electronic devices. The technical result achieved by implementing the claimed invention, in addition to the invention realizing its purpose, is the elimination of the disadvantages of analogues and thus ensuring the rapid disconnection of the bracket and the device placed on it, while ensuring the usual reliability of placing the device on a vertical surface. Another technical result achieved by implementing the claimed invention, in addition to the invention realizing its purpose, is also ensuring precise positioning of the device in space and ensuring a rapid change of its operating mode and/or settings.