Magnetic Charging Folio With Nested Cable Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing personal electronic device accessories fail to efficiently and neatly accommodate inductive chargers and their power cords, posing challenges in protection and usability, especially when the device is used with a stand or laptop.
Innovation Solution
A protective case with form-fit storage for charging devices and cables, featuring a circular cutout with pliable foam or elastomeric material, adjustable tilt configurations, and a design that secures the magnetic wireless charger and power cord, allowing for easy charging and versatile device positioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a protective case is designed to accommodate an inductive charger and power cord, then the charging device can be protected and transported more efficiently, but the case structure becomes more complex and larger
Solution Approach 1:
The power cord is wrapped around the inductive charger, and both are nested within the protective case. The charger fits into a circular cutout in the case, with the cord coiled around it, creating a compact nested arrangement that protects both components without requiring separate compartments or complex structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The case utilizes flexible materials such as fabric, polymer, or leather that can conform to the shape of the charger and cord arrangement. The flexible nature of these materials allows the case to accommodate the nested charger-cord configuration while maintaining protection and portability without rigid structural complexity.
2Reliability
If the case includes form-fit storage and cable wrapping structures, then the charging device and cord are better protected and organized, but the case design becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The case incorporates localized features such as a circular cutout with pliable foam or elastomeric material specifically positioned to accommodate the inductive charger, and cable wrapping structures in specific areas to organize the power cord. These localized protective and organizational features provide targeted protection without requiring the entire case structure to be complex.
3Length of moving object
If the case accommodates the charger and cord in a compact manner, then portability is improved, but access to the charging components becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The case is designed with separable components including a removable or openable cover that provides access to the nested charger and cord. The circular cutout in the case body allows the charger to be accessed or removed independently, while the cord can be unwrapped and detached as needed, enabling compact storage while maintaining ease of access during use.
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
The case effectively protects the charging device, facilitates easy transport, and enhances the usability of personal electronic devices by allowing charging while in use, with secure magnetic attachment and adjustable viewing configurations.
Implementation Method 1
inductive chargers incorporating magnetic attachment mechanisms
Implementation Method 2
Personal electronic devices using inductive chargers incorporating magnetic attachment mechanisms
Data Source
AI summary
A protective cover and mount for a personal electronic device that is capable of using a wireless charging system comprising a wireless charger and a power cord having a plug. The protective cover features a cavity recessed into underlying structure. The cavity is shaped to accommodate the wireless charger, and the underlying structure is shaped so that power cords connected to the wireless charger can be conveniently managed.