Privacy Shutter with Low-Profile Dome Grip for Camera Lens
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a growing concern for privacy due to unintended or malicious video capture from computer cameras, as existing solutions do not effectively address the need for a selective and convenient method to cover and expose camera lenses.
Innovation Solution
A privacy shutter system comprising a frame with a movably coupled screen that can be easily switched between a closed and open position, featuring a low-profile dome fingertip grip for engagement and indicium visibility, designed to be thin and compact to fit around camera lenses on computer devices without obstructing their operation or visibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Volume of moving object
If a privacy shutter is designed to be thin and compact, then it fits around camera lenses without obstructing operation, but it becomes difficult to grip and operate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies a low-profile dome structure with curved surfaces instead of flat geometry. The dome has a broad width greater than height with a perimeter edge featuring a fillet (curved transition), creating a tactilely engaging surface that fits comfortably against a fingertip while maintaining overall thinness and compactness of the shutter assembly.
2Illumination intensity
If the dome is made translucent to allow indicium visibility, then aesthetic appeal is maintained, but the structural integrity and grip effectiveness may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a translucent dome structure that functions as a flexible shell. This thin, transparent material allows light transmission for indicium visibility while providing sufficient structural support and tactile engagement for gripping. The dome's curvature and fillet details maintain form strength without requiring excessive material thickness.
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AI summary
A privacy shutter selectively covers and exposes a camera lens on a computer device. The privacy shutter has a frame with an aperture and a screen carried by the frame and slidable in the aperture. The screen moves between open and closed positions. A fingertip grip has a low-profile dome coupled to the screen.