Speaker Module Wire Suspension for Projector Shock Absorption

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Solution Overview

Problem

The high cost of projector speakers due to specialized screws and the limited versatility of rubber dampers, which can deform and affect shock absorption and sound quality.

Innovation Solution

A speaker module that uses wires instead of screws and rubber dampers to suspend the speaker, reducing manufacturing costs and improving shock absorption and tone quality.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Strength

If screws are used to lock the speaker, then the speaker can be firmly fixed, but the manufacturing cost increases due to special screws

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefixed strengthVSAvoidmanufacturing cost
Core Design Contradiction:
StrengthVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The invention removes the screw component entirely from the speaker mounting system. Instead of using screws to lock the speaker, the design extracts this fastening function and replaces it with a screwless mounting structure that achieves secure fixation without requiring special screws, thereby reducing manufacturing cost while maintaining fixed strength.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #2Taking out (Extraction)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention creates a universal mounting structure that can accommodate different speaker shapes and sizes without requiring different fastening components. The screwless design uses a standardized base structure with rubber dampers that can adapt to various speaker configurations, making the mounting system multi-functional and versatile across different speaker types.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If rubber dampers are used for shock absorption, then the speaker can be protected from vibration, but the dampers deform and affect shock absorption effect and tone quality

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveshock absorption effectVSAvoiddamper deformation
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The invention incorporates rubber dampers in advance between the speaker and the base structure to provide pre-positioned shock absorption. These dampers are installed during manufacturing to cushion vibrations before they can cause damage, protecting the speaker from vibration-induced stress while maintaining their shock absorption capabilities through proper material selection and positioning.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention optimizes the physical parameters of the rubber dampers, such as material composition, hardness, and geometric dimensions, to enhance their shock absorption performance. By carefully selecting and adjusting these parameters, the dampers can effectively absorb vibrations without deforming under normal operating conditions, thereby maintaining both shock absorption effect and tone quality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Adaptability or versatility

If different shapes of speakers are mounted, then various speaker types can be accommodated, but different rubber dampers are needed reducing versatility

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvespeaker compatibilityVSAvoiddamper variety
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The invention designs a universal base structure with standardized mounting features that can accommodate different speaker shapes and sizes. The base includes generic attachment points and a standardized rubber damper configuration that works with various speaker types, eliminating the need for different damper variants and maintaining versatility across speaker configurations.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The invention separates the speaker mounting system into modular components: a standardized base structure, universal rubber dampers, and adaptable speaker mounting interfaces. This segmentation allows the core base and damper system to remain consistent while accommodating different speaker types through flexible interface design, reducing the need for multiple damper varieties.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

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 wire-based suspension system reduces manufacturing costs and enhances shock absorption, maintaining good tone quality by preventing deformation and noise.

Implementation Method 1

the speaker vibrates during operation, the rubber damper disposed between the speaker and the fixed base may be deformed

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElastic deformation: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentUS11632610B2Speaker module and projection device
Publication Date: 2023.04.18 CORETRONIC CORPORATION
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AI summary

A speaker module includes a base, a speaker and a wire. The base has a bottom and a first wire fixing portion. The speaker is disposed in the base and has a second wire fixing portion. The wire is fixed to the first wire fixing portion and the second wire fixing portion to suspend the speaker in the base, and the speaker is separated from the bottom with a distance. A projection device having the speaker module is further provided.