Pivoting Cover with Shape Memory Display for Dual-View Versatility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cover devices for electronic devices do not provide a flexible dual display solution that can be easily used in various user environments, limiting their functionality and versatility.
Innovation Solution
A cover device with a first cover member detachably coupled to an electronic device and a second cover member pivotally connected, featuring a display unit on its inner surface, connected via a connection member with a shape memory member to hold the first cover member at an inclined position, allowing for dual display functionality and versatility in user environments.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a cover device is provided to protect the electronic device, then the protection function is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The cover device is designed to perform multiple functions: it protects the electronic device from damage, provides an additional display surface for information presentation, and enables flexible viewing angles through the pivotal connection. This multi-functionality approach allows the cover to serve both protective and display purposes, resolving the contradiction between improved protection function and device complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a dual display unit is integrated into the cover device, then the adaptability and versatility are improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional display components and connection mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
The display system is segmented into two independent display units: one integrated into the electronic device body and another into the cover device. This segmentation allows each display to operate independently and be controlled separately, enabling flexible configuration where the cover display can show supplementary information while the main device display handles primary functions, thus improving adaptability without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The cover device incorporates a pivotal connection that enables dynamic adjustment of the display angle between the cover display and the main device display. This dynamic positioning capability allows users to adjust the viewing angle according to different usage scenarios, enhancing adaptability while using a relatively simple mechanical hinge mechanism rather than complex electronic adjustment systems.
3Ease of operation
If the second cover member is pivotally connected to allow angle adjustment, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability may worsen due to moving parts and connection mechanisms
Solution Approach 1:
A connection member serves as an intermediary between the first cover member and the second cover member, providing a stable pivotal connection point. This intermediary structure distributes mechanical stresses and protects the hinge mechanism from direct exposure to external forces, thereby maintaining reliability while enabling easy angle adjustment through the pivotal connection.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the use of dual displays that can be classified into display and input parts, providing enhanced usability and versatility by allowing the second display unit to be held at various angles relative to the first display unit, enhancing user interaction and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
a shape memory member mounted on the connection member, for holding the first cover member at an inclined position with respect to the second cover member
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AI summary
An electronic device is provided that includes a body having a first display unit. The electronic device also includes a cover device having a first cover member detachably coupled to the body, and a second cover member pivotable about the first cover member. A second display unit is fixed to and integrated with an inner surface of the second cover member. The second display unit is electrically connected to the body when the first cover member is coupled to the body.