Smart phone holding assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing articulated holding devices for electronic devices in barber chairs do not allow for adjustable positioning at eye level, limiting customer convenience and comfort during haircuts.
Innovation Solution
An articulated holding device comprising a barber chair with a releasably coupled first arm, an articulating joint, and a pivotally coupled clamp, enabling the electronic device to be positioned at a selected angle for optimal viewing by the customer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If an electronic device is mounted in a fixed position on a barber chair, then the device is stable and secure, but the customer cannot view it at eye level without tilting their head
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the fixed mounting structure into an articulated system with multiple joints. The first arm connects to the chair back, the second arm connects to the first arm, and the clamp connects to the second arm, allowing each segment to move independently. This dynamic structure enables the device to be positioned at various angles and heights, specifically allowing customers to view the device at eye level without tilting their head, while maintaining stability when positioned.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the electronic device is held at a fixed angle, then the mounting structure is simple, but the device cannot be positioned at selected angles for optimal viewing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the mounting structure into distinct modular segments: a clamp for holding the device, a second arm connected to the clamp, a first arm connected to the chair back, and multiple articulating joints connecting these components. Each segment can be independently positioned and adjusted, allowing the device to be held at selected angles for optimal viewing while keeping the overall structure manageable through modular design.
3Ease of operation
If the clamp is fixed to the arm, then the structure is rigid and stable, but the clamp cannot be positioned at selected angles with respect to the second arm
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by implementing a pivotally coupled connection between the clamp and the second arm, replacing a fixed rigid connection with a joint that allows rotational movement. This pivotal connection enables the clamp to be positioned at selected angles with respect to the second arm while maintaining secure attachment through the joint mechanism, balancing flexibility in device orientation with reliability of connection.
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AI summary
A smart phone holding assembly for mooting an electronic device to a barber chair a haircut includes a barber chair that has an armrest. A first arm is releasably coupled to the armrest and an articulating joint is coupled to the first arm. A second arm is coupled to the articulating joint such that the second arm is positionable at a selected angle with respect to the first arm. A clamp is pivotally coupled to the second arm such that the clamp is positionable at a selected angle with respect to the second arm. The clamp releasably engages an electronic device to retain the electronic device at eye level with a customer is seated in the barber chair.