Modular Phone Holder With Replaceable Inserts And NFC
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing automotive phone holders are often designed for specific types of phones, requiring multiple versions to be manufactured, which is inefficient and increases manufacturing costs, and they do not effectively enable phone functions like Bluetooth or GPS while driving.
Innovation Solution
A modular phone holder with replaceable inserts and a common body that accommodates various phone types, including a near-field communication (NFC) integrated circuit for enabling driving-specific functions, and an auxiliary antenna arrangement for improved reception, along with a built-in charger and secure fastening to the dashboard.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple specific phone holders are manufactured for different phone types, then each holder fits its specific phone type well, but manufacturing costs increase and device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder body is designed as a universal component that can accommodate multiple phone types through a standardized interface system. The main holder body remains the same across different models, while only the inserts need to be changed to fit different phone sizes and types, eliminating the need to manufacture entirely different holders for each phone model.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is divided into two main segments: a universal holder body and interchangeable inserts. This segmentation allows the holder body to be manufactured once and reused, while only the inserts need to be varied for different phone types, significantly reducing manufacturing complexity and cost.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple specific phone holders are manufactured for different phone types, then each holder is optimized for its specific phone, but device complexity and inventory requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The holder body serves multiple functions across different phone types through a universal design. A single holder body can work with various inserts to accommodate different phone sizes, making the system multi-functional without requiring multiple complete holder designs.
Solution Approach 2:
By separating the holder into a universal body and interchangeable inserts, the system reduces the number of variants from potentially dozens of complete holder designs to just a few insert types, dramatically simplifying the overall device complexity.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional phone holders are used without location means, then the structure is simpler, but the phone cannot detect its location to enable driving functions
Solution Approach 1:
The NFC integrated circuit automatically detects when a phone is placed in the holder and triggers the appropriate driving functions without requiring manual user input. The system serves itself by automatically enabling/disabling functions based on phone presence, reducing the need for complex user interfaces or manual configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The mechanical presence detection (physical placement) is enhanced with electronic detection through NFC technology. Instead of relying solely on mechanical switches or sensors, the NFC field-based detection provides more reliable and contactless phone presence detection, enabling automatic function activation.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The modular design reduces manufacturing costs and allows the holder to securely fit any phone type, enabling essential driving functions like Bluetooth and GPS, while the auxiliary antenna boosts reception and the built-in charger ensures the phone is always charged, minimizing driver distraction.
Implementation Method 1
The location means may include a near field communication (NFC) integrated circuit (IC).
Implementation Method 2
The coupling may be an electromagnetic or electrical coupling.
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention relates to a phone holder for holding a mobile phone. The holder includes at least one lateral support. At least one insert can be located between the lateral support and the phone. Preferably, the insert can be replaceable, and the lateral support is manufactured separately and fastenable to a common body used with holders for multiple phone types.