Smartphone Clamp Mount With Modular Grip, Belt, and Tripod Modes
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mounting systems for smartphones and similar devices lack versatility and convenience, particularly in enabling hands-free operation, secure grip, and adaptable configurations for different usage scenarios such as image acquisition, belt attachment, and tripod mounting.
Innovation Solution
A multi-configuration clamp system with adjustable and interlocking components, including a central clamp portion with sliding members and a locking mechanism, which allows for various mounting configurations such as a hand grip, belt clip, and tripod attachment, along with a remote trigger for wireless camera activation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed mounting system is used for smartphones, then the structure is simple, but the versatility and adaptability for different usage scenarios is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp system is divided into multiple independent components: a central clamp portion, extension portions, and interchangeable mounting accessories. Each component can be independently adjusted or replaced to create different mounting configurations, enabling versatility without requiring a completely different system for each use case.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamp system is designed as a universal mounting solution that can accommodate multiple functions through a single integrated structure. The central clamp portion with adjustable extension portions can support various mounting accessories (hand grip, belt clip, tripod adapter, surface mount) to perform different functions such as handheld operation, hands-free wearing, tripod mounting, and surface attachment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If an adjustable clamp system is used, then the adaptability for different device sizes is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp system incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities through sliding extension portions that can move along the central clamp portion. This allows the overall length and configuration of the clamp to be dynamically adjusted to fit different device sizes and shapes, while the adjustment mechanism remains relatively simple through the use of sliding interfaces and locking features.
3Reliability
If a secure grip mechanism is implemented, then the reliability of device mounting is improved, but the ease of operation for quick adjustments is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp system incorporates pre-positioned locking features and sliding interfaces that allow for quick adjustments without requiring complex manipulation. The extension portions can be quickly slid into different positions and locked in place, providing both secure mounting and ease of reconfiguration for different usage scenarios.
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AI summary
A support system which allows for the use and mounting of a smart phone, or similar electronic device, in a variety of ways. The support system may be adapted to function as a hand grip while supporting the smart phone during image acquisition, or while watching images on the smart phone. In another configuration, the support system may be adapted to attach to the user's belt. In another configuration, the support system may function as a support stand. In another configuration, the support system may be mounted on a tripod. The support system may include a kit of parts which allow for the modification of support accessories to allow for different configurations. The support system may include a removable shutter which may actuate the camera functions via wireless communication.