Reflective Recording Holder for Single-User Panoramic Views
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face challenges in obtaining panoramic views during self-recording of images and videos without the assistance of a second person, as existing recording device technologies do not effectively facilitate single-user recordings.
Innovation Solution
A recording device holder apparatus with a reflective front face and a device mounting system that positions a visual recording device in the same plane as the longitudinal and lateral axes, allowing for maximum exposure and minimizing visual distortion, along with a substrate defining a void space for unobstructed panoramic views.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a recording device is positioned close to the user for self-recording, then the device can be operated by a single user, but the user cannot obtain panoramic views of their surroundings and appearance
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a reflective surface (mirror) to create a virtual image space, allowing the user to see both their appearance and surroundings in a compact form factor. The mirror positioned at an angle reflects light from the user and surroundings into the recording device's field of view, effectively adding a dimensional transformation that enables panoramic viewing without increasing physical device size.
2Area of stationary object
If the recording device is positioned to capture panoramic views, then the user can see their surroundings, but visual distortion increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs multiple reflective surfaces with different orientations and properties to address different viewing requirements. Specifically, a first mirror captures panoramic surroundings while a second mirror or direct optical path captures the user's appearance with minimal distortion. This local optimization of reflective properties for different spatial zones resolves the contradiction between panoramic coverage and visual accuracy.
3Area of stationary object
If a reflective surface is added to provide panoramic views, then the user can see surroundings, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple mirrors and optical elements into a single compact assembly where components serve dual purposes. The mirrors are positioned to simultaneously capture both the user's appearance and surrounding environment, merging the functions of self-monitoring and panoramic viewing into one unified optical system rather than requiring separate devices.
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
Enables users to easily manipulate their surroundings and appearance during recording, reduces visual distortion, and maximizes the exposure of surroundings, facilitating single-user video and image recording.
Implementation Method 1
a substrate comprising an outer perimeter, a front face, and a back face, wherein the front face is reflective
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AI summary
Described is a recording device holder apparatus comprising a substrate comprising an outer perimeter, a front face, and a back face, wherein the front face is reflective, wherein the front face and the back face extend along the longitudinal axis and the lateral axis, and the substrate further comprises an inner perimeter defining a void space, wherein the void space extends from the front face to the back face, wherein the inner perimeter is completely within the bounds of the outer perimeter; and a device mounting system attached to the substrate via a fastener, wherein the fastener is interfaced with the back face or the front face and back face of the substrate, such that the device mounting system is configured to position a visual recording device substantially in the same plane as the longitudinal axis and the lateral axis and within the void space.