Pivoting Support Bracket for Hands-Free Portable Device Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wearable container assemblies for large portable electronic devices cause user fatigue due to the weight of the device, and there is a need for a support apparatus that can transfer the load to stationary structural elements, provide compartments for auxiliary devices, and allow convenient access without detachment.
Innovation Solution
A support apparatus with a backer plate, coupling devices, a pivotable bracket assembly, stiffening plates, a pivot axis rod, a locking feature, and a securement strap, enabling securement to structural elements, rotation of the device, and convenient access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the portable electronic device is secured in a wearable container assembly, then the device is transportable, but the user experiences fatigue due to the heavy load
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the heavy portable electronic device from the wearable container assembly by providing a separate support apparatus that can be mounted to stationary structures. The device is taken out of the user's burden and transferred to a fixed mounting location, eliminating the need for the user to carry the weight while maintaining device accessibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The support apparatus acts as an intermediary between the portable electronic device and the stationary structure. It provides a mounting mechanism with coupling devices that attach to structural elements like railings or walls, serving as a mediator that transfers the load from the user to the stationary structure while keeping the device accessible.
2Ease of operation
If separate mounting kits are used to couple to structural support elements, then the device can be secured to stationary structures, but the mounting process becomes complex requiring multiple steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the mounting kit functionality directly into the support apparatus by providing coupling devices that are pre-integrated with the bracket assembly. This combines what were previously separate components (mounting hardware and device holder) into a single unified apparatus, simplifying both installation and use.
Solution Approach 2:
The coupling devices are pre-configured and pre-positioned on the support apparatus, allowing for straightforward attachment to stationary structures. The mounting components are prepared in advance with appropriate orientations and positions, eliminating the need for complex assembly during installation.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the device is secured in a fixed position, then the device is stable, but the user has limited access convenience
Solution Approach 1:
The patent incorporates a pivotable bracket assembly that allows the device to rotate between a vertical storage position and an inclined access position. This dynamic positioning capability enables the device to transition from a stable fixed mounting to multiple usable orientations, providing both stability when mounted and convenience when accessed.
Solution Approach 2:
The pivotable bracket adds a rotational dimension to the otherwise fixed mounting system. By enabling movement in the angular dimension, the device can be positioned at different angles to optimize accessibility while maintaining secure attachment to the stationary structure through the coupling devices.
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AI summary
A support apparatus for securing a portable electronic device includes a backer plate, a plurality of coupling devices, a power supply tray, a pivotable bracket assembly, a pair of stiffening plates, a pivot axis rod, a locking feature, and a securement strap. The plurality of coupling devices couple to the backer plate and can be coupled to one or more existing structural support elements. The power supply tray secures a stationary power supply electrically coupled to the portable electronic device. The pivotable bracket assembly secures and enables rotation of the portable electronic device. The pivot axis rod pivotally connects to the pivotable bracket assembly, and rigidly connects to the opposing stiffening plates. The locking feature selectively retains the pivotable bracket assembly in an upright vertical position. The securement strap couples the front of the pivotable bracket assembly to the backer plate while securing the top of the portable electronic device.