Pivot and Slide Hinge for Seamless Foldable Display Gap Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
In folding hand-held electronic devices with multiple displays, the spacing between housing sections disrupts the perception of a single image, making it difficult for users to view information effectively.
Innovation Solution
A hinge mechanism that allows the device to pivot and slide, positioning the displays close together in an open configuration while the cover protects the edges in a closed configuration, minimizing the gap between displays and covering vulnerable edges.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If multiple stationary displays are used together to show different portions of a single image, then the device can display more information, but the spacing between the displays is clearly visible and disrupts the perception of the image to the user
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by transitioning from stationary displays to a movable folding configuration. The display device can be folded to bring the two displays closer together, dynamically changing the spatial relationship between displays based on usage needs. This allows the system to maintain both multiple displays and good image perception by adjusting the physical configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements nesting by folding one housing section over the other, with the cover nesting over the displays when closed. This nested configuration allows the displays to be positioned close together while still providing protection and maintaining a compact form factor, resolving the contradiction between having multiple displays and maintaining image perception quality.
2Volume of moving object
If the device is made smaller to improve portability, then the device becomes more compact, but it becomes difficult for a user to properly see information on a display of the device
Solution Approach 1:
The folding mechanism allows the device to dynamically change its effective display size. When folded open, the displays are positioned to provide adequate viewing area despite the compact form factor when closed. The movable connection enables the display surface to be extended when needed for visibility while maintaining small volume for portability.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a hinge mechanism is provided between two housing sections to allow the device to flip open and closed, then the device becomes more versatile in configuration, but the spacing between housing sections creates visible gaps that disrupt image perception
Solution Approach 1:
The hinge mechanism enables dynamic reconfiguration of the device. By folding the housing sections together, the gap between displays is minimized or eliminated, allowing the system to maintain both configuration versatility and image perception quality through dynamic adjustment of the housing sections' relative positions.
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
Enables a seamless viewing experience by minimizing the gap between displays, protecting edges, and providing ergonomic support, allowing for a robust and user-friendly design with enhanced display integration.
Implementation Method 1
The first hinge is configured to pivotably connect the first end of the cover to a first housing section
Implementation Method 2
The second connection section is configured to connect the second end of the cover to a second housing section which is pivotably connected to the first housing section
Implementation Method 3
The second connection section is configured to provide both rotational and longitudinal sliding motion of the second end of the cover on the second housing section
Data Source
AI summary
An apparatus including a cover; a first connection section; and a second connection section. The first connection section includes a first hinge connected to a first end of the cover. The first hinge is configured to pivotably connect the first end of the cover to a first housing section. The second connection section is connected to a second end of the cover. The second connection section is configured to connect the second end of the cover to a second housing section which is pivotably connected to the first housing section. The second connection section is configured to provide both rotational and longitudinal sliding motion of the second end of the cover on the second housing section.