Rotating Camera Module With Friction Control Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Designing a rotatable camera module for laptop computers and other electronic devices that is easy to use, as the angle of the camera often needs to be adjusted for video conferencing or live streaming.
Innovation Solution
A camera module with a frame, lens unit, guiding member, and hinge, where the hinge is affixed to the main body with a rail and spring sheet, allowing the camera to slide out and rotate, with slope surfaces to secure it in different positions, ensuring easy adjustment and use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the camera module is made rotatable for angle adjustment, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The camera module transitions from a fixed position to a dynamic, multi-position adjustable system. The hinge mechanism enables rotational movement between retracted, operational, and tilt positions, allowing the camera to adapt to different viewing angles and user needs, thus improving ease of operation while maintaining manageable complexity through a well-defined mechanical structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera module is divided into distinct functional segments: the frame, lens unit, guiding member with rail, spring sheet, and hinge. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, making the overall system easier to operate while keeping the design organized and not overly complex.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the camera module slides out and rotates with friction control, then the stability in position is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The spring sheet automatically engages with the hinge to increase friction and stabilize the camera module in its operational position. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for additional locking components or complex control systems, providing stable positioning while maintaining relatively simple device architecture.
Solution Approach 2:
The friction parameter between the hinge and guiding member is dynamically changed through the spring sheet mechanism. When the camera module is in the operational position, the spring sheet is pressed by the hinge to increase friction, thereby stabilizing the module. This parameter change approach provides stability without requiring complex mechanical structures.
3Volume of moving object
If the camera module is hidden in recess when not in use, then the compactness is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The camera module employs a dynamic deployment mechanism that transitions between a compact retracted position (hidden in the recess) and an operational extended position. The guiding member with rail and spring sheet enables smooth sliding motion, making it easy for users to access and operate the camera when needed while maintaining a compact form factor when not in use.
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 camera module can be easily adjusted for optimal viewing angles, enhancing user experience during video conferencing and live streaming by providing a secure and friction-controlled mechanism for sliding and rotating positions.
Implementation Method 1
the spring sheet is pressed by the hinge to increase the friction between the hinge and the guiding member
Implementation Method 2
the spring sheet is pressed by the hinge to increase the friction between the hinge and the guiding member
Implementation Method 3
the first slope surface contacts the inner wall
Implementation Method 4
the first slope surface contacts the inner wall
Data Source
AI summary
An electronic device is provided, including a main body and a camera module. The camera module has a frame, a lens unit disposed in the frame, a guiding member, and a hinge. The guiding member is affixed to the main body and has a rail and a spring sheet. The hinge pivotally connects to the frame and the guiding member. When the camera module is in the retracted position, the camera module is hidden in a recess of the main body. When the camera module slides out of the recess from the retracted position along the rail into the operational position, the spring sheet is pressed by the hinge to increase the friction between the hinge and the guiding member.