Movable Gamepad Connector Assembly for Safer Phone Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing gamepads have fixed USB interfaces that make it inconvenient to mount mobile phones, are prone to damage during connection and disconnection, and lack universality for different phone sizes.
Innovation Solution
A gamepad design with a first and second main unit connected by a connection plate, featuring a horizontally moving assembly with resilient blocks and members to accommodate various device sizes, and a vertically moving assembly to facilitate easy mounting and disconnection, reducing damage risks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a fixed USB interface is used on the gamepad, then the structure is simple, but the mobile phone is not easily mounted and the interface is prone to damage during connection and disconnection
Solution Approach 1:
The interface assembly is made movable rather than fixed. The horizontally moving assembly allows the interface assembly to move horizontally along the first direction, and the vertically moving assembly allows movement along the second direction. This dynamic structure enables easy mounting and dismounting of mobile phones while reducing damage during connection operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The interface assembly is separated from the main unit body and can move independently. The horizontally moving assembly and vertically moving assembly are divided into separate functional components, allowing the interface assembly to be positioned independently to accommodate different mobile phone sizes and connection requirements.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed USB interface is used on the gamepad, then the manufacturing is simple, but the gamepad lacks universality for mobile phones of various sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The gamepad interface is designed to accommodate mobile phones of various sizes through the horizontally and vertically movable interface assembly. The connection plate can accommodate different device dimensions, and the movable interface assembly adjusts to different connection positions, making the gamepad universally applicable to various-sized mobile phones.
Solution Approach 2:
The interface assembly with horizontal and vertical movement capabilities provides dynamic adaptability to different mobile phone sizes. The first resilient member and second resilient member enable the interface assembly to adjust its position and maintain stable electrical connection regardless of the mobile phone size.
3Reliability
If a fixed USB interface is used on the gamepad, then the structure is simple, but the interface and mobile phone body are easily damaged during plugging and unplugging
Solution Approach 1:
The first resilient member and second resilient member provide cushioning force to the interface assembly before damage can occur. During connection and disconnection operations, the resilient members absorb impact forces and reduce stress on the interface assembly and mobile phone body, preventing damage beforehand.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable interface assembly with resilient members dynamically responds to connection forces. The horizontal and vertical movement capabilities allow the interface assembly to absorb impact during plugging and unplugging, reducing damage risk while maintaining structural integrity.
4Ease of operation
If a fixed USB interface is used on the gamepad, then the device is simple, but the mounting convenience is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The interface assembly is designed to move horizontally and vertically rather than being fixed. The horizontally moving assembly and vertically moving assembly work together to position the interface assembly at optimal locations for different mobile phones, greatly improving mounting convenience while maintaining adaptability.
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
The design enhances universality and ease of use by allowing flexible positioning of the interface assembly, protecting against damage during connection and disconnection, and supporting a range of device sizes.
Implementation Method 1
a first resilient member and a second resilient member... a second end of the first resilient block is connected to a first end of the first resilient member, and a second end of the first resilient member abuts against an inner wall of the main unit body so that the first resilient block always has a tendency to move towards the interface assembly
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AI summary
Provided is a gamepad. The gamepad includes a first main unit, a second main unit, and a connection plate. The first main unit includes a main unit body, an interface assembly, and a horizontally moving assembly. The interface assembly is disposed in the main unit body, where an end of the interface assembly passes through an opening of the main unit body and then is connectable to the device to be connected. The horizontally moving assembly includes a first resilient block and a first resilient member that are sequentially disposed along a first direction, where the first resilient block and the first resilient member are disposed in the main unit body, a first end of the first resilient block is connected to the interface assembly, and a second end of the first resilient block is connected to a first end of the first resilient member.