Multi-Axis Hinge Mechanism for Tablet Mode Appearance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional notebook computers with touch panels face an appearance issue due to a recess in the casing when in tablet mode, which disadvantages them in the market.
Innovation Solution
A hinge mechanism with multiple rotating axes, featuring a first and second bracket, linking bracket, and rotating shafts, allowing the second module to rotate without needing a recess on the second casing, enabling two-step rotation and preventing interference between casings.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a recess is formed on the casing of the display module to accommodate the linkage member in tablet mode, then the stability and support in tablet mode is improved, but the appearance quality deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies nesting by placing the linkage member inside the host module's opening rather than creating a recess on the display module's casing. The linkage member is nested within the host module structure, allowing the display module to maintain its complete, smooth casing appearance while still providing stable support in tablet mode through the host module's structural support.
2Ease of operation
If the display module is completely held by the host module in tablet mode, then the operational stability is improved, but the appearance is compromised due to the required recess
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces the host module's opening and internal structure as an intermediary element. Instead of the display module's casing directly accommodating the linkage member through a recess, the host module's opening serves as an intermediate structure that receives and supports the linkage member, thereby maintaining the display module's complete casing appearance while ensuring operational stability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a recess is created on the display module casing for linkage member accommodation, then the tablet mode functionality is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the linkage member accommodation function from the display module's casing and relocates it to the host module's opening. By taking out the requirement for a recess from the display module casing design, the manufacturing process is simplified while the tablet mode functionality is preserved through the host module's structural support.
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
This design enhances the appearance of electronic devices by eliminating the need for a recess on the second casing, improving usability and market appeal by allowing seamless conversion between notebook and tablet modes without aesthetic drawbacks.
Implementation Method 1
The first bracket shaft portion is pivoted to the first rotating portion and the first linking shaft portion is pivoted to the first pivotal portion, such that the linking bracket is connected to the first bracket in a rotable manner. The second bracket shaft portion is pivoted to the second rotating portion and the second linking shaft portion is pivoted to the second pivotal portion, such that the linking bracket is further connected to the second bracket in a rotable manner.
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AI summary
A hinge mechanism with multiple rotating axes is disclosed. The hinge mechanism includes a first bracket, a linking bracket, a first rotating shaft, a second bracket and a second rotating shaft. The first rotating shaft is used for pivoting the first bracket and the linking bracket, such that the linking bracket is connected to the first bracket in a rotable manner. The second rotating shaft is used for pivoting the linking bracket and the second bracket, such that the linking bracket is further connected to the second bracket in a rotable manner.