Magnetic Fastener Assembly With Multi-Direction Release
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing locking devices are not intuitive to operate and lack a firm, resilient hold between locking parts, making them difficult for users to engage and disengage securely.
Innovation Solution
A locking device with an adjustable assembly that allows for multiple opening movements, including parallel, opposite, diagonal, or rotational directions, combined with magnetic interaction to ensure a firm hold and easy operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a single-direction adjustment mechanism is used, then the device structure is simple, but the ease of operation is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment assembly is designed to accept multiple types of opening movements (parallel, opposite, diagonal, rotational) through a single mechanism. The actuating element can be operated in different directions to achieve the same functional result of moving the locking element, making the mechanism universal and multi-functional while maintaining relatively simple structure
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustment assembly allows dynamic operation where the user can choose different movement directions based on convenience. The mechanism responds to various actuation directions (parallel, opposite, diagonal, rotational) and converts them all into the effective motion needed to disengage the locking element, providing operational flexibility without requiring multiple fixed mechanisms
2Reliability
If magnetic interaction is used, then the hold between locking parts is firm and resilient, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces purely mechanical locking mechanisms with a magnetic interaction system. The magnetic attraction between locking elements provides automatic engagement and a firm hold without requiring complex mechanical interlocks, springs, or adjustment mechanisms. This substitution achieves reliable holding with simpler overall device structure
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic interaction allows for adjustable holding force by changing magnetic field parameters (strength, polarity, distance). This enables the locking device to provide both firm holding when engaged and easy release when needed, achieving reliable yet controllable connection without complex mechanical adjustment mechanisms
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 device provides a firm, resilient connection that is easy and intuitive to operate, allowing users to engage and disengage locking parts through various movements, enhancing usability and reliability.
Implementation Method 1
The locking elements are magnetic, so that in the closed position they are magnetically tensioned in the direction of engagement with the engagement element
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AI summary
The invention relates to a closure device (1) comprising a first closure part (2) having a body (20), and a second closure part (3). The first closure part (2) and the second closure part (3) can be placed on one another in order to close the closure device (1) along a closing direction (X) and they can be connected to one another in a closing position of the closure device (1). At least one locking element (23) is adjustably arranged on the body (20) of the first closure part (2). At least one engaging element (31) is arranged on the second closure part (3) and forms at least one engaging section (310). An adjusting assembly can be actuated with different opening movements for moving the at least one locking element (23) relative to the body (20), wherein the adjusting assembly can be actuated in order to perform a first opening movement along a first adjusting direction (V1) directed along the closing direction (X) or deviating from the closing direction (X) relative to the body (20), and can be actuated in order to perform a second opening movement, different from the first opening movement, along a second adjusting direction (V2-V5), deviating from the first adjusting direction (V1), relative to the body (20).