Magnetic Wallet Accessory for Removable Grip and Charging
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing accessories for mobile electronic devices lack integration of wallet and grip functionality without requiring permanent or semi-permanent attachment.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic wallet accessory that can be removably attached to a mobile electronic device or its case, incorporating a platform with magnetic elements for secure attachment, a wallet for object storage, and a grip accessory for one-handed use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a wallet accessory is permanently or semi-permanently attached to a mobile electronic device, then the integration of wallet and grip functionality is achieved, but the ability to easily detach for reduced profile or wireless charging is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical attachment mechanisms (screws, clips, adhesives) with a magnetic attachment system. The magnetic elements create a secure yet easily removable connection between the wallet accessory and mobile device, allowing users to attach and detach the wallet with simple proximity-based magnetic attraction without complex mechanical operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnetic attachment mechanism allows dynamic adjustment of the attachment strength parameter. By varying the magnetic field strength and distance between magnetic elements, the system transitions between securely holding the wallet during use and allowing easy detachment when needed, adapting to different operational states without mechanical intervention.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the wallet is always attached to the mobile device, then grip functionality and storage are available, but the device profile increases and wireless charging capability is blocked
Solution Approach 1:
The wallet accessory transitions from a static permanently-attached state to a dynamic removably-attached state. The magnetic connection allows the wallet to be easily attached when grip functionality and storage are needed, and easily detached when a reduced profile or wireless charging is required, adapting to different user needs throughout the day.
3Ease of operation
If a magnetic attachment system is used, then easy attachment and detachment is achieved, but the holding force may be insufficient compared to permanent attachment
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic elements are pre-positioned and pre-configured to create optimal magnetic attraction when the wallet approaches the mobile device. This preliminary arrangement ensures that the magnetic holding force is sufficient to securely retain the wallet during normal use, while still allowing easy detachment when the user intentionally moves the wallet away.
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
Facilitates one-handed use and secure storage of items with the mobile device, allowing easy detachment for reduced profile or wireless charging, while maintaining grip functionality.
Implementation Method 1
The platform includes one or more magnetic elements configured to magnetically attach the platform to a mobile electronic device or case
Data Source
AI summary
An accessory assembly for a mobile electronic device includes a platform, having a first side and an opposing second side. The platform includes one or more magnetic elements configured to magnetically attach the platform to a mobile electronic device or case along the first side. The accessory assembly also includes a wallet integrated with or attached to the second side of the platform, where the wallet is configured to hold one or more objects associated with a user of the accessory. The assembly also includes a grip accessory configured to attach to the wallet, where the grip accessory is configured to be handheld in order to support the accessory assembly and mobile electronic device when magnetically attached to the platform.