Vehicle Device Mount With Magnetic Suction and Easy Detachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing apparatuses for securing electronic devices to vehicle windshields lack a secure yet easily detachable solution, as they fail to effectively withstand vibrations and movements during vehicle travel while allowing for user-friendly disconnection.
Innovation Solution
A mount apparatus featuring a magnetic sub-assembly with a flux guide and a suction interface, which securely attaches to both the electronic device and the windshield using magnetic forces and suction, with a mechanical interface for structural support and easy detachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a magnetic sub-assembly with flux guide is used to secure the electronic device, then the attachment strength and stability are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mount apparatus is divided into distinct functional modules: a suction interface for surface attachment, a magnetic sub-assembly with flux guide for device securing, and a mechanical interface for structural support. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while working together to provide strong attachment without excessive overall complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
A flux guide is introduced as an intermediary element between the magnet and the electronic device. The flux guide concentrates and directs the magnetic field, enhancing the magnetic force's effectiveness in securing the device while allowing the use of a smaller, less complex magnet assembly.
2Reliability
If a mechanical interface with lips is used for structural engagement, then the reliability of connection is improved, but the ease of operation for detachment is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The mechanical interface uses movable lips that can dynamically transition between engaged and disengaged states. The lips are designed to flex and move under applied force, allowing them to securely hold the device during normal use but easily disengage when the user intentionally applies detachment force, thus maintaining both reliability and ease of operation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple mounting mechanisms are combined, then the adaptability to different surfaces and devices is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mount apparatus integrates multiple mounting mechanisms (suction interface for smooth surfaces, magnetic sub-assembly for metal surfaces, mechanical interface for structural support) into a single universal device. Each mechanism can be independently activated or deactivated depending on the mounting surface and device type, providing versatile adaptability without requiring multiple separate mounting devices.
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 solution provides a robust and secure attachment that withstands vehicle movements while allowing easy detachment, supporting heavier devices and enhancing stability compared to conventional methods.
Implementation Method 1
a magnet which is adapted to be coupled with a corresponding metal surface within the electronic device, so that the magnet positioned within the apparatus provides a magnetic force to aid a user in securing the mount apparatus and the electronic device to each other
Implementation Method 2
a suction interface adapted to couple the mount apparatus to the vehicle surface
Data Source
AI summary
Various embodiments of a mount apparatus are disclosed herein for securing an electronic device (such as a radar/laser detector. GPS device, and/or dash camera or other electronic device used within a vehicle) to a surface such as an interior surface (e.g., windshield, dashboard) of a vehicle. In one example, the mount apparatus includes a magnet which is adapted to be coupled with a corresponding metal surface within the electronic device, so that the magnet positioned within the apparatus provides a magnetic force to aid a user in securing the mount apparatus and the electronic device to each other.