Portable Accessory Stand With Retractable Charging Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable light and audiovisual accessories for umbrellas lack efficient storage and charging solutions when separated from umbrellas, limiting their usability and enjoyment.
Innovation Solution
A portable accessory stand with a ground support, enclosure, and retractable accessory support that allows for storage, charging, and dual functionality as a speaker and light source, including electrical components and contact points for power transfer, enabling separation into components for umbrella mounting or standalone use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If portable accessories are separated from umbrellas for storage and charging, then portability and flexibility are improved, but usability and enjoyment are reduced due to lack of efficient storage and charging solutions
Solution Approach 1:
The base unit provides self-service charging functionality through integrated rechargeable batteries and electrical contacts that automatically charge accessory batteries when coupled together, eliminating the need for external charging devices and providing efficient storage and charging solutions
Solution Approach 2:
The portable accessory is designed with multi-functionality, serving both as a lighting accessory when mounted on umbrellas and as a standalone speaker with charging capabilities when separated, enhancing versatility while maintaining ease of operation through consistent control interfaces
2Adaptability or versatility
If portable accessories are mounted on umbrellas, then lighting and audio functionality are provided, but storage and charging capabilities are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The system is divided into two functional segments: a mounted accessory unit providing lighting and audio when attached to umbrellas, and a base unit providing storage and charging capabilities, allowing each component to optimize its specific function while working together as an integrated system
Solution Approach 2:
The base unit pre-charges its internal batteries before coupling with the accessory, and the accessory contains pre-charged batteries ready for immediate use, ensuring that storage and charging capabilities are prepared in advance to support extended lighting and audio functionality
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AI summary
A portable accessory comprises two shells, which have an inner and an outer periphery. Electrical components are disposed within the accessory enclosure. An electrical contact is disposed on or within the inner periphery of the accessory enclosure. The portable accessory is configured to provide or receive an electrical impulse through the electrical contact. The electrical Contact may be disposed on a gripper disposed within the inner periphery and be configured to engage an accessory support when the accessory support is disposed within the inner periphery of the enclosure. When the first shell is secured to the second shell, the electrical contact may be engaged with the accessory support.