Mirror-Mounted Selfie Setup With Integrated Lighting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional methods for taking selfie pictures with electronic communication devices, such as smartphones, do not provide an easy way to capture high-quality images or videos.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a mirror with a mirror surface, a fastener to secure the communication device in front of the mirror, and a control circuit with light sources and a membrane switch for easy operation and high-quality image capture.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a person holds an electronic communication device away from their body to take a selfie picture, then the camera can capture the image, but the operation becomes inconvenient and the image quality may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
A mirror is introduced as an intermediary between the user and the camera. The mirror allows the user to position the camera at an optimal distance and angle while maintaining a natural, convenient posture. The user looks at themselves in the mirror and positions the device accordingly, eliminating the need to hold the device far away or at awkward angles.
2Length of moving object
If a telescopic pole with camera is used to extend the shooting distance, then the selfie picture can be taken, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The telescopic pole mechanism is completely removed from the system. Instead of extending the physical distance between the user and camera through a mechanical pole, the solution extracts this function by using a mirror to optically extend the effective shooting distance. The camera remains close to the user while the mirror creates the optical path needed for proper framing.
3Reliability
If conventional selfie methods are used without additional lighting, then the device remains simple, but the image quality deteriorates in low light conditions
Solution Approach 1:
Lighting functionality is merged with the mirror structure. LED light sources are integrated into the mirror housing, allowing the mirror to serve dual purposes: reflection for positioning and illumination for image capture. This combination adds lighting capability without requiring a separate lighting device, thus limiting the increase in overall device 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
Enables users to take high-quality selfie pictures or videos easily by positioning the camera in front of the mirror and providing adjustable lighting, improving the overall quality and convenience of selfie photography.
Implementation Method 1
a mirror comprising a mirror surface
Implementation Method 2
a plurality of light sources and a control circuit adapted to activate the plurality of light sources
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus for use with an electronic communication device having a camera to take a selfie picture or video. In one embodiment, the apparatus comprises a mirror comprising a mirror surface. The apparatus further comprises a fastener directly connected to the mirror surface. The fastener is adapted to receive the electronic communication device to position the camera in front of the mirror surface. The apparatus may further comprise a plurality of light sources and a control circuit adapted to activate the plurality of light sources.