Magnetic Interface Frame for Wearable Visualization Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wearable visualization devices for amusement parks are difficult to comfortably and securely attach to guests' heads, and maintenance and cleaning are tedious, with potential contaminant buildup.
Innovation Solution
A guest interface device with a head strap assembly and magnetic coupling system that allows quick and secure attachment of wearable visualization devices, featuring adjustable sizing and magnetic engagement with the device, facilitating easy detachment and cleaning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional attachment methods are used for wearable visualization devices, then secure attachment can be achieved, but the attachment process becomes tedious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical attachment systems (straps, buckles, clips) with a magnetic attachment system. The wearable visualization device incorporates magnets that magnetically couple to the interface device, enabling secure attachment without manual fastening operations. This substitution maintains reliable attachment while dramatically reducing attachment time and complexity.
2Reliability
If the wearable visualization device is directly attached to the head, then secure attachment is achieved, but cleaning and maintenance become tedious due to contaminant buildup
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the attachment system into two separable components: the wearable visualization device and the interface device. The interface device includes a removable interface frame that acts as a barrier between the user's head and the visualization device. This segmentation allows the interface frame to be removed for cleaning while the visualization device remains attached to or near the user, facilitating easy maintenance without compromising attachment security during use.
3Ease of manufacture
If a fixed-size interface device is used, then manufacturing is simplified, but adaptability to different users is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates an adjustable head strap assembly with movable components that allow the interface device to adapt to different user head sizes and shapes. The head straps can be adjusted in length and position, transforming a potentially fixed-size device into a dynamic, adaptable system. This maintains manufacturing simplicity while significantly improving user adaptability across different demographics.
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 comfortable, secure, and rapid attachment of wearable visualization devices, reducing contaminant buildup and simplifying maintenance, while allowing for quick detachment and cleaning.
Implementation Method 1
a magnet supported on the interface frame. The magnet enables the interface device to removably couple to the wearable visualization device
Implementation Method 2
The first plurality of magnets magnetically couples to the second plurality of magnets to retain the wearable visualization device on the interface device in the engaged configuration
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AI summary
An interface device for a wearable visualization device includes a head strap assembly configured to couple to a head of a user to secure the interface device to the head. The interface device also includes an interface frame coupled to the head strap assembly and a magnet supported on the interface frame. The magnet enables the interface device to removably couple to the wearable visualization device.