Movable Laptop Optical Module for Automatic Angle Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing laptops lack the ability to present a user's location or movement from various angles without manual repositioning, necessitating external assistance.
Innovation Solution
An optical system with a movable portion, connected to an electrical device via a driving assembly, allows for automatic adjustment of the optical module's angle and position relative to the device based on sensing assemblies and control algorithms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed lens is used on the screen end, then the device structure is simple, but the user cannot present from different angles without moving the laptop
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the fixed lens into a movable optical system. The lens assembly is mounted on a movable platform that can rotate and tilt relative to the display screen, enabling the camera to capture images from multiple angles dynamically. This resolves the contradiction by allowing angle adaptability while maintaining a relatively compact structure through controlled movement rather than multiple fixed components.
Solution Approach 2:
The optical system is segmented into independent functional modules: the display screen, the movable platform, the lens assembly, and the driving mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, enabling angle adjustment capability while keeping the overall device structure organized and manageable, thus resolving the complexity issue.
2Ease of operation
If manual repositioning is required to change angles, then the device structure is simple, but user convenience and productivity are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates sensors that detect the current angle and position of the optical module, providing feedback to the control unit. The control unit processes this information and automatically adjusts the lens position to achieve the desired viewing angle, eliminating the need for manual repositioning. This feedback mechanism resolves the contradiction by providing automatic angle adjustment while maintaining a relatively simple control system.
Solution Approach 2:
The optical system performs self-adjustment through automatic control based on sensor feedback, without requiring user intervention for angle changes. The system serves itself by automatically positioning the lens to capture images from appropriate angles, thereby improving ease of operation while keeping the automation level moderate.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the optical module is fixed, then the device structure is simple, but the system cannot adapt to different presentation scenarios
Solution Approach 1:
The optical module is designed with dynamic positioning capability, allowing it to rotate and tilt to different angles based on presentation requirements. This dynamic adjustment enables the system to adapt to various presentation scenarios (e.g., facing different directions, capturing different angles) while the automatic control mechanism maintains ease of operation by eliminating manual repositioning needs.
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AI summary
An optical system, disposed on an electrical device, including a movable portion, a connected portion, and a driving assembly. The movable portion is connected to an optical module. The connected portion connects the movable portion to the electrical device. The driving assembly drives the movable portion to move relative to the electrical device.