Modular Controller With Multi-Faced Connectors

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing gaming controllers are not modular or customizable, making them inaccessible for users with disabilities and limiting customization options for professional gamers, which can affect reaction speed and performance.

Innovation Solution

A modular controller system comprising multi-faced modules with connectors for releasable attachment, allowing users to customize the shape and placement of peripheral modules, providing physical and electrical integration, and enabling a high degree of configurability and ergonomics.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a fixed two-handed controller design is used, then the controller structure is simple and easy to manufacture, but it cannot be customized for users with disabilities or professional gamers

Engineering Contradiction:

ImprovecustomizabilityVSAvoidcontroller structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The controller is divided into multiple separate modules including a core module and additional modules that can be independently manufactured and then assembled together. Each module has standardized connectors that enable flexible reconfiguration without requiring complex integrated manufacturing processes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The standardized connector design allows the same basic modules to serve multiple functions and be configured in various arrangements to suit different user needs, whether for accessibility, professional gaming, or other applications.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Adaptability or versatility

If the controller is made modular with releasable attachments, then user customization is enabled, but the connection reliability between modules may be compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemodular configurabilityVSAvoidmodule connection stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The connector integrates multiple functions into a single unified interface: mechanical attachment, electrical connectivity, and alignment features are combined in one component that simultaneously provides all these functions when modules are connected.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The connector design includes self-aligning and self-latching features that automatically ensure proper connection and electrical contact when modules are attached, without requiring additional adjustment or complex fastening mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple modules are connected to form a customized controller, then the controller can be tailored to specific user needs, but the overall device size and surface area increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecustomized configurationVSAvoidcontroller surface area

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSArea of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

Additional modules can be attached to the core module in a compact arrangement where modules are positioned to minimize the overall footprint, allowing customization without excessive increase in surface area.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

4Adaptability or versatility

If the controller requires multiple separate elements connected by wires to a central control box, then customization is possible, but the device becomes bulky and requires multiple connection points

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecustomization capabilityVSAvoidnumber of connection elements

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The connector integrates mechanical attachment and electrical connectivity into a single unified interface, eliminating the need for separate wires and multiple connection points to a central control box.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

Wireless communication technology replaces the need for physical wire connections between modules and the control box, allowing modular configuration without the bulk and complexity of wired systems.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Data Source

PatentEP4559548A1A modular controller

Publication Date: 2025.05.28 BYOWAVE LTD

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AI summary

A modular controller for communication with an electronic device is provided comprising a first multi-faced module comprising at least one connector for releasable attachment to one or more additional modules; the at least one connector providing physical integration and electrical connectivity between the first module and the one or more additional modules; wherein the multi-faced module has at least two planes of symmetry.