Payment Terminal Adapter with Reversible Clip
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electronic payment terminals require time-consuming and tool-dependent processes for attachment and detachment from supports, complicating installation and security procedures.
Innovation Solution
An adapter with a reversible securing clip and locking mechanisms allows for tool-free attachment and detachment of electronic payment terminals, offering multiple security levels through a clip, locking screw, and intermediate locking elements like Kensington locks.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If screws are used to secure the electronic payment terminal to the support, then the terminal is firmly fixed and secure, but the attachment and detachment operations become time-consuming and require tools
Solution Approach 1:
The securing system is divided into two functional parts: a reversible securing clip for rapid attachment/detachment and optional locking means (locking screw or intermediate locking element) for enhanced security. This segmentation allows the merchant to perform quick clipping operations without tools while maintaining the option for secure locking when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter acts as an intermediary device between the support and the electronic payment terminal. It incorporates both the securing clip and locking means, mediating between the need for rapid tool-free attachment and the requirement for secure fixed attachment, thereby resolving the contradiction between speed and security.
2Reliability
If a tool (screwdriver) is used to secure the electronic payment terminal, then the attachment is secure and reliable, but the installation process becomes more complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The reversible securing clip is designed to be operated directly by the merchant's hand without requiring external tools. The merchant can easily attach and detach the terminal by manually operating the clip, making the system self-serviceable and greatly improving ease of operation while maintaining adequate security through the clip mechanism and optional locking means.
3Reliability
If the electronic payment terminal is frequently attached and detached from the support, then security storage is enabled, but the repeated operations increase time consumption and wear
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter provides a dynamic securing system where the reversible securing clip allows for quick, tool-free attachment and detachment operations. This dynamic mechanism is specifically designed to withstand repeated use, enabling merchants to frequently move terminals between the support and secure storage without incurring excessive time costs or mechanical wear.
4Ease of operation
If only a securing clip is used without locking means, then the attachment is simple and rapid, but the security level is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter provides a dynamic securing system where the reversible securing clip allows for quick, tool-free attachment and detachment operations. This dynamic mechanism is specifically designed to withstand repeated use, enabling merchants to frequently move terminals between the support and secure storage without incurring excessive time costs or mechanical wear.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter acts as an intermediary device between the support and the electronic payment terminal. It incorporates both the securing clip and locking means, mediating between the need for rapid tool-free attachment and the requirement for secure locking, thereby resolving the contradiction between speed and security.
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
Facilitates rapid and secure installation/uninstallation of electronic payment terminals without tools, enhancing user convenience and security by providing three levels of attachment security.
Implementation Method 1
the return element is in the form of a spring
Implementation Method 2
the clip has a return element located between the clip and the body
Data Source
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AI summary
The invention relates to an adapter (2) for attaching an electronic payment terminal to a support (1). According to the invention, the adapter (2) comprises a body on which is mounted a clip (22) for reversibly attaching the electronic payment terminal to the support (1).