Moldable Light Filter with Segmented Adhesive for Phone Cases
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional colored light filtration systems for cell phones are limited due to large attachment mechanisms that interfere with existing phone cases and fail to adequately cover the light-emitting source, restricting their applicability.
Innovation Solution
A reusable moldable optically clear colored light filter with a coupling mechanism using a reusable adhesive and moldable material that conforms to the cell phone or case, featuring a first portion to cover the light source and a second portion that can be releasably coupled to the phone or case, with indentations to define the two portions and customizable branding.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If conventional attachment mechanisms are used for colored light filtration, then the light source can be covered, but the attachment mechanisms are too large and interfere with existing phone cases
Solution Approach 1:
The light filter is divided into two distinct portions: a first portion that covers the light-emitting source and a second portion that provides the attachment mechanism. This segmentation allows each portion to be optimized independently - the first portion can be small and precise for adequate light coverage, while the second portion provides the necessary attachment functionality without interfering with phone cases.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment mechanism is extracted as a separate functional element (second portion) from the light-filtering element (first portion). This extraction allows the attachment mechanism to be designed independently with reduced size and complexity, using features like adhesive layers or mechanical anchors that can be integrated into the phone case without interference.
2Area of stationary object
If conventional attachment mechanisms are used for colored light filtration, then the light source can be covered, but custom phone cases are required
Solution Approach 1:
The second portion of the filter is designed with universal attachment features that can interface with standard phone case structures. The adhesive layer or mechanical anchor can be integrated into existing phone case designs without requiring custom cases, making the solution compatible with a wide range of phone models and case types.
Solution Approach 2:
The second portion acts as an intermediary element that bridges the light filter and the phone case. It provides a standardized interface (adhesive or mechanical anchor) that can work with various phone case materials and designs, enabling compatibility without requiring custom cases for each application.
3Area of stationary object
If conventional attachment mechanisms are used for colored light filtration, then the light source can be covered, but the attachment mechanisms interfere with a user's current phone case
Solution Approach 1:
The second portion is designed to be integrated within or alongside existing phone case structures. The adhesive layer can be applied to the back of the phone case, or mechanical anchors can be embedded in the case material, allowing the attachment mechanism to nest within the existing case design without interfering with its functionality or appearance.
Solution Approach 2:
The attachment mechanism is localized to specific areas of the phone case where it will not interfere with case functionality. The adhesive layer is applied only in regions that do not affect case buttons, cameras, or other features, while the first portion is precisely positioned to cover only the light-emitting source.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables effective and aesthetically pleasing colored light filtration for cell phones without interfering with existing cases, allowing easy attachment and removal, and accommodating various phone types with customizable color options and light-modulating properties.
Implementation Method 1
The exemplary such apparatus may desirably feature a reusable adhesive for coupling the colored light filtration apparatus to the cell phone
Implementation Method 2
The exemplary such apparatus may further feature a moldable material for conforming to the surface of the cell phone or its case
Implementation Method 3
A reusable moldable optically clear colored light filter with a coupling mechanism
Implementation Method 4
allowing easy attachment and removal, and accommodating various phone types with customizable color options and light-modulating properties
Data Source
AI summary
A colored light filtration apparatus for changing the light color emitted from the light source of cell phones is disclosed herein. The colored light filtration apparatus may include a head portion and a body portion. The head portion of the colored light filtration apparatus may change the light colors once applied over the light source. The body portion of the colored light filtration apparatus may be configured to stick to the cell phone or its case and position the head portion over the light source. The colored light filtration apparatus may be easy to apply and remove in order to create easy swapping of colors. The colored light filtration apparatus may be narrow enough in size to prevent disruption with surrounding cameras and cases of the cell phone.