Magnetic Wall Bracket Positioning for Context-Aware Electronics
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for determining the location of electronic devices in space lack accuracy and fail to adapt device operation based on the environment of use.
Innovation Solution
A bracket system for electronic devices on vertical surfaces, utilizing magnetic connections and passive identification means, allows rapid disconnection and mode changes based on environmental context.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If magnetic connection elements are used in the bracket and recess, then rapid disconnection and connection is achieved, but the structural complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical connection systems (screws, clips, or snap-fit mechanisms) with a magnetic connection system. The bracket contains magnetic elements that attract to corresponding ferromagnetic elements in the device, enabling rapid attachment and detachment without mechanical fasteners. This substitution directly achieves fast connection/disconnection while the modular nature of magnetic components actually simplifies the overall structure compared to complex mechanical locking mechanisms.
2Measurement precision
If a recess is made in the electronic device for the bracket protrusion, then reliable positioning is achieved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The recess with ferromagnetic elements is pre-formed in the device housing during the manufacturing process, and the bracket with corresponding magnetic elements is pre-formed separately. These pre-formed components are designed to mate together, ensuring precise positioning is achieved before final assembly. The preliminary formation of these features in standardized components reduces overall manufacturing complexity compared to creating precise-fit mechanical interfaces.
3Adaptability or versatility
If passive identification means are integrated into the bracket, then automatic device control based on environment is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is equipped with passive identification means (such as RFID tags or barcodes) that automatically identify the installation location when the device is mounted. The device's processor reads this identification signal and automatically adjusts operating parameters based on the detected environment. This self-service approach enables environmental adaptation without requiring complex manual configuration or additional sensors on the device itself, as the bracket carries the identification functionality.
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
Ensures accurate positioning and reliable operation of electronic devices on vertical surfaces, enabling quick adaptation of settings and modes according to the environment.
Implementation Method 1
the protrusion contains at least one ferromagnetic or magnetic element, and a corresponding opposing magnetic or ferromagnetic element is placed in the recess in such a way that, when placing the protrusion in the recess, it contacts the corresponding ferromagnetic or magnetic element of the bracket to form a magnetic connection
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AI summary
The proposed invention relates to the field of computer engineering and can be used to control electronic devices. An electronic device placed on a vertical surface and controlled by means of a bracket is proposed. 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.