Rotatable PED Case Accessory for Multi-Orientation Support

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Solution Overview

Problem

Portable electronic devices (PEDs) are susceptible to damage due to their portability and may not be easily configured for use in multiple orientations, such as portrait and landscape modes.

Innovation Solution

The development of accessory cases for PEDs that can enclose and protect the device, while also allowing it to be rotated and supported in multiple orientations using features like rotatable connectors, pivot flaps, and grommets.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If accessory cases with rotatable connectors and pivot flaps are added to enable multiple orientations, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemulti-orientation supportVSAvoidcase structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The case is divided into separate functional components: a rotatable connector assembly that allows orientation changes, a pivot flap mechanism for angle adjustment, and a protective enclosure. This segmentation enables each component to perform its specific function independently while contributing to the overall multi-orientation capability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The case incorporates dynamic elements including a rotatable connector that permits rotation between portrait and landscape modes, and a pivot flap that enables angular adjustment. These dynamic features allow the case to adapt to different viewing preferences and usage scenarios without requiring multiple separate cases.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Reliability

If protective enclosures are added to prevent damage, then reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedevice protectionVSAvoidaccessibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The case provides pre-configured protective structures including cushioning materials, precise fit contours, and integrated support mechanisms that are prepared in advance. This preliminary arrangement ensures protection is immediately effective while maintaining ease of access through pre-thoughtful design of opening and closing mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The case design incorporates self-aligning features and intuitive engagement mechanisms that guide the device into the correct position automatically. The rotatable connector and pivot flap are designed to be operated with minimal effort, allowing users to switch orientations without complex manual adjustments.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS12271227B2Portable electronic device case accessories and related systems and methods

Publication Date: 2025.04.08 TARGUS INTERNATIONAL LLC

AI summary

Case accessories for portable electronic devices are disclosed. In some embodiments, a case accessory may include a base configured to sit on a working surface, a support coupled to the base and configured to support a portable electronic device in an elevated position, a rotational mechanism coupled to the support configured to allow the holder to rotate in one or more directions relative to the support, and a holder coupled to the rotational mechanism and configured to secure the portable electronic device.