Support device for mobile terminal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing supporting devices for mobile terminals are bulky and inconvenient to carry due to their large size, causing discomfort and inconvenience during use, especially when trying to read or operate at an inclined angle.
Innovation Solution
A compact supporting device comprising a main board body, a connecting board assembly, and two trapezoidal supporting bodies connected via bendable parts, allowing for adjustable angles and a wrapping layer made of materials like leather or plastics for a compact and integrated design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a protective cover is folded to form a supporting structure, then the mobile terminal can be supported at an inclined angle for convenient reading and operation, but the size of the product becomes too large, making it inconvenient to store and carry
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting structure is nested within the protective cover itself, with the support board integrated into the cover's internal space. When folded, the support board occupies the same space as the protective cover, achieving compact storage without increasing overall product volume. This resolves the contradiction by allowing the supporting function to be embedded within the existing structure rather than adding external bulk.
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting structure employs flexible or hinge connections that allow dynamic adjustment between a compact folded state for portability and an extended inclined state for reading and operation. The support board can be folded to different angles, providing both a small profile for carrying and an ergonomic inclined position for use, thus resolving the size-convenience contradiction through dynamic configurability.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the mobile terminal is placed flat on the desktop for use, then the device is stable and easy to store, but the user needs to lean forward to read which causes neck fatigue and back discomfort
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting structure allows dynamic adjustment between a flat stable position for storage and an inclined ergonomic position for reading. When needed, the support board is folded to create an inclined angle that positions the mobile terminal at eye level, eliminating the need to lean forward while maintaining stability through the rigid support structure. This resolves the contradiction by providing both flat stability and inclined comfort through a single dynamic mechanism.
Solution Approach 2:
The protective cover is segmented into functional zones: a support board portion that can be folded independently to create the inclined supporting angle, while the rest of the cover remains stable on the surface. This segmentation allows the device to maintain stability on the desktop while providing an inclined reading position, resolving the contradiction between stability and reading comfort.
3Volume of moving object
If the supporting device is made compact for easy carrying, then portability is improved, but the structural complexity increases to achieve foldable and adjustable functions
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting function is merged with the protective cover structure, eliminating the need for separate supporting devices. The support board is integrated into the cover's design, sharing materials and structural elements with the cover itself. This merging reduces overall complexity despite adding foldable functionality, as the supporting mechanism uses the same materials and construction methods as the existing cover.
Solution Approach 2:
The protective cover serves multiple functions: it protects the mobile terminal, provides a handheld grip, and acts as a supporting structure for inclined reading. The support board within the cover can be configured for different viewing angles or folded away, providing universal functionality across multiple use scenarios. This multi-functionality justifies the moderate increase in structural complexity by eliminating the need for separate supporting devices.
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AI summary
This application provides a supporting device for a mobile terminal. The supporting device comprises a main board body, a connecting board assembly, a first supporting body and a second supporting body. One end of the main board body is connected with one end of the connecting board assembly through a first bendable part, the other end of the connecting board assembly is connected with one end of the first supporting body through a second bendable part, the other end of the first supporting body is connected with one end of the second supporting body through a third bendable part, and the other end of the main board body is connected with the other end of the second supporting body through a fourth bendable part. The supporting device for the mobile terminal of this application is small in size and convenient to carry.