Magnetic Holder Assembly for One-Step Secure Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional clamping type holders require two steps for mounting electronic devices, making the operation complicated.
Innovation Solution
A holder assembly with a connecting member that allows for one-step mounting by using a movable member that switches positions under magnetic or elastic force, enabling direct engagement with the holder body.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a traditional clamping type holder is used, then the electronic device can be securely mounted, but the user needs to go through two steps to mount the electronic device, making the operation more complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The movable member is designed to dynamically change position between a first position (avoiding the engagement path) and a second position (in the engagement path). During engagement, the connecting member presses against the movable member, driving it from the second position to the first position to clear the path. After engagement, the movable member automatically returns to the second position to prevent detachment. This dynamic positioning enables one-step mounting while maintaining secure connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable member automatically switches positions based on the engagement state without requiring user intervention. When the connecting member engages with the connecting portion, the movable member is automatically driven to the first position. When engagement is complete, the movable member automatically returns to the second position to lock the connection. This self-service mechanism simplifies the user operation to a single step while ensuring reliable mounting.
2Ease of operation
If a movable member is introduced to enable one-step mounting, then the mounting operation is simplified, but the device structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex multi-step mechanical clamping mechanisms with a simpler engagement system based on magnetic attraction and elastic force. The movable member is driven by elastic force (spring) to automatically switch positions, eliminating the need for complex mechanical linkages, actuators, or control systems. This substitution reduces overall device complexity while achieving one-step mounting operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable member serves multiple functions: it clears the engagement path during mounting, enables the connecting member to engage with the connecting portion, and prevents detachment after engagement. By consolidating these functions into a single component driven by simple elastic force, the design avoids the need for multiple separate mechanisms, thereby reducing structural complexity.
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
Simplifies the mounting process to a single step, providing fast and easy attachment of electronic devices to the holder.
Implementation Method 1
the at least part of the movable member always has a tendency to switch from the first position to the second position; and the first position avoids an engagement path where the connecting member is engaged with the connecting portion
Implementation Method 2
the movable member is provided with an elastic portion, and the elastic portion always has a deformation from the first position to the second position, and then has tendency to switch from the first position to the second position
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AI summary
A holder assembly including a connecting member and the holder body including a connecting portion, a mounting portion, a first magnetic member, and a movable member, the first magnetic member is fixed relative to the connecting portion, and the movable member is movable relative to the connecting portion; the mounting portion is configured to fixedly connect the first component, and the connecting portion is connected with the mounting portion; at least part of the movable member always has a tendency to switch from the first position to the second position; when the connecting member is engaged with the connecting portion, the connecting member drives the movable member to switch from the second position to the first position; and when the connecting member and the connecting portion are engaged in place, the at least part of the movable member is switched from the first position to the second position.