Protective Cover With Bendable Magnetic Cradle Angles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional accessory devices for electronic devices lack the ability to adjust the cradling angle conveniently, limiting user experience and functionality, especially when used as stand or typing cradles.
Innovation Solution
An accessory device with bendable areas and a magnetic force generator that allows for adjustable cradling angles, enabling the device to be used as both a stand and typing cradle while ensuring the electronic device is securely positioned within the user's field of vision.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a conventional accessory device is used as a stand cradle, then the electronic device is protected and supported, but the display cannot be readily brought into a convenient field of vision due to fixed positioning
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory device incorporates a bendable first area that allows dynamic adjustment of the cradling angle. The first area can be bent to different degrees to position the electronic device at various angles, transforming a static support structure into a dynamic one that adapts to user viewing needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The accessory device is divided into distinct functional areas: a first area that is bendable for angle adjustment, a second area that faces the second area when bent, and a third area that faces the rear surface of the second area. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each area's function while maintaining overall adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the accessory device structure is made complex to enable angle adjustment, then adaptability improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The first area is designed as a flexible, bendable component that can be curved to different angles without requiring complex mechanical joints or actuators. This flexibility approach simplifies the overall structure while maintaining adaptability for various cradling angles.
Solution Approach 2:
The device uses a simple bending mechanism rather than complex mechanical adjustment systems. The first area can be manually bent to the desired angle and held in position, providing adaptability through a simple, low-complexity structural design.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple areas are added to create different cradle configurations, then versatility improves, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The accessory device creates multiple cradle configurations using a unified bendable structure. The same first area can be bent to different degrees to serve as either a stand cradle or a typing cradle, providing multiple functions without requiring separate components for each configuration.
Solution Approach 2:
The device is segmented into three functional areas that work together: the bendable first area for angle adjustment, the second area for support, and the third area for additional functionality. This segmentation enables multiple cradle configurations through coordinated movement of simple components rather than complex assemblies.
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
The accessory device enhances user experience by allowing adjustable cradling angles, improving the usability and positioning of electronic devices, thereby increasing the accessory's utility as a stand or typing cradle.
Implementation Method 1
The engagement member may include a magnetic force generator for generating a force that maintains engagement by a magnetic force.
Data Source
AI summary
An accessory device may include a first area having a front surface for mounting a rear surface of an electronic device thereon and being bendable, a second area having a front surface for mounting a rear surface of an electronic device thereon, and a third area disposed to face the second area. The first, second, and third areas may be form a cradle according to bending of the first area.