Universal Magnetic Wall Mount for Touch-Panel Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current wall mount options for touch-panel devices are limited, often requiring specific cases or attachments that inhibit the use of protective cases and are not compatible with different brands or models, and may necessitate cutting into surfaces for installation.
Innovation Solution
A durable, thin-profile mounting system using magnets and a metallic pad that allows for easy installation on various surfaces without modifying the device, enabling multiple brands and models to be used with the same mount, while maintaining the ability to use existing protective cases and providing options for charging and near-field communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If wall mount options are designed for specific models or brands, then mounting reliability is improved, but adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system uses a universal magnetic interface that can attach to any touch-panel device regardless of brand or model. The magnetic pad can be placed on the back of any device, and the magnetic mounting surface can be attached to any wall or flat surface, making the system universally compatible while maintaining secure mounting through magnetic attraction.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical mounting systems (screws, clips, brackets) with a magnetic field-based attachment system. This substitution allows the mounting to work with any device that can have a magnetic pad placed on it, eliminating the need for model-specific mechanical interfaces while maintaining reliable attachment through magnetic force.
2Adaptability or versatility
If mounting devices require attachments to be placed onto the touch-panel device, then mounting functionality is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into three separate components: a magnetic pad that attaches to the device, a magnetic mounting surface that attaches to the wall, and the device itself. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently and simplifies the overall operation, as users only need to place the magnetic pad on the device and attach the mounting surface to the wall, without needing to modify the device structurally.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic pad acts as an intermediary between the device and the mounting system. Instead of directly attaching the device to the wall or requiring structural modifications, the magnetic pad provides a simple interface that enables magnetic attachment while preserving the device's original design and protective cases.
3Strength
If mounting systems use bulky cases or large external attachments, then mounting strength is improved, but device volume deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic pad is designed as a thin, flexible component that can be placed on the back of the device without adding significant bulk. The magnetic mounting surface is also designed with a thin profile that attaches to the wall with minimal protrusion, maintaining the aesthetic appearance while providing secure mounting through magnetic force.
4Reliability
If mounting devices require cutting into walls or mounting surfaces, then mounting reliability is improved, but ease of manufacture deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic mounting surface is designed to self-adhere to walls and flat surfaces through magnetic attraction and adhesive backing, eliminating the need for cutting, drilling, or complex installation procedures. Users can simply attach the magnetic mounting surface to the desired location and mount devices without any structural modifications, making installation accessible to non-professionals.
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 versatile, aesthetically pleasing, and functional mounting system that supports multiple devices on various surfaces without requiring extensive modifications, allowing for easy installation and use of existing protective cases, while enabling features like charging and location-based application triggering.
Implementation Method 1
The docking station may comprise a mount assembly and a magnetic pad. The mount assembly may be attached to the mounting surface... The magnetic pad may be releasably coupled to a touch-panel device... allowing the tablet or other near field capable touch-panel device to be able to determine its location relative to the mounting device
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to systems for mounting touch-panel devices such as smartphones or tablets. An example embodiment of an on-wall docking station is provided wherein the docking station comprises a metallic pad, a gripping surface, mounting screws, a mounting plate, an external connection port, magnets, a near field communication device, and a magnet buffer. The docking station may allow for mounting a touch-panel device in a plurality of mounting orientations.