Rotating Bracket Switch Assembly for Modular Mobile Terminal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional mobile terminals divided into two parts lack functionality and user convenience due to their single-function design, failing to meet user requirements for ease of use and versatility.
Innovation Solution
A mobile terminal comprising a master device and a detachable slave device, where the master device includes a housing, a bracket, and a switch assembly that generates signals based on the bracket's rotation angle, allowing components to switch between usage states, enhancing user experience and functionality.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Weight of moving object
If the mobile phone is divided into two parts to make it thinner and lighter, then the portability is improved, but the functionality becomes limited and fails to meet user requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The master device is designed with multi-functionality by integrating a bracket that can hold various slave devices (smartwatch, wireless earphones, etc.). The switch assembly automatically detects the presence and type of slave device and switches the master device to appropriate usage states, enabling one device to serve multiple functions and meet diverse user needs without increasing weight
2Weight of moving object
If the mobile phone is divided into two parts to make it thinner and lighter, then the portability is improved, but the ease of use deteriorates due to single-function design
Solution Approach 1:
The switch assembly automatically detects the presence and type of slave device through the bracket and autonomously switches the master device to the appropriate usage state. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for manual configuration or switching by the user, thereby maintaining ease of use despite the divided structure
3Adaptability or versatility
If the switch assembly is added to detect bracket rotation angle, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical switching mechanisms with an electronic detection system. The switch assembly uses electrical or magnetic fields to detect the bracket's rotation angle and slave device presence, then sends signals to the master controller. This substitution reduces mechanical complexity while improving adaptability and reliability
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AI summary
Disclosed are a mobile terminal and a method for controlling the same. The mobile terminal includes a master device and a slave device detachably mounted on the master device. The master device includes a housing, a bracket, a master controller and a switch assembly. The housing is provided with a groove to receive the bracket. The bracket can be rotated into or out of the groove relative to the housing. The switch assembly is arranged on the housing and directly faces the groove. When the bracket is rotated out of the groove relative to the housing and the rotation angle thereof meets a first angle, the switch assembly generates a first signal and sends it to the master controller. The master controller controls, according to the first signal, at least one component of the master device to be switched to a first usage state.