Tracking Device Case With Acoustic Sealing and Attachment Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cases for electronic tracking devices either expose them to the elements or completely encase them, preventing sound transmission and limiting accessory attachment options.
Innovation Solution
A case design featuring a base and cap with a sealing mechanism, a sleeve with a locking mechanism, and an attachment assembly that allows for secure enclosure while maintaining sound transmission and enabling attachment to external objects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Object-affected harmful factors
If the electronic tracking device is completely enclosed in a case, then protection against fluid and impact is improved, but sound transmission is blocked
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs acoustic membranes made of flexible, sound-transmissive materials that allow sound waves to pass through while maintaining the waterproof seal. These thin film structures enable the case to be fully enclosed for fluid protection without blocking the tracking device's audible signals.
2Strength
If the electronic tracking device is completely enclosed in a case, then protection against impact is improved, but accessory attachment options are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The case is divided into separate components including a main body, lid, and interchangeable attachment assemblies. This segmentation allows users to attach different accessories (keyrings, lanyards, magnetic mounts) to the case without compromising the protective enclosure, thereby maintaining both impact resistance and accessory versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The case design incorporates universal attachment mechanisms that can accommodate multiple types of accessories through standardized interfaces. The interchangeable attachment assemblies enable the same protective case to serve multiple functions by attaching to different objects (keys, bags, vehicles) while maintaining full enclosure protection.
3Object-generated harmful factors
If portions of the electronic tracking device are left exposed, then sound transmission is maintained, but protection against fluid and impact is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
Acoustic membranes made of flexible, sound-transmissive materials are integrated into the case structure at strategic locations. These membranes allow sound waves to pass through effectively while maintaining the waterproof seal, eliminating the need to leave any portions of the tracking device exposed to the elements.
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 case provides a waterproof and impact-resistant enclosure that allows for sound transmission and easy attachment to various items, enhancing the functionality and protection of electronic tracking devices.
Implementation Method 1
the sealing member is compressed between the cap to the base to seal the cavity in the base
Implementation Method 2
the annular wall of the sleeve is compressed by the inner surface of the base to seal the cavity
Data Source
AI summary
A case for an electronic tracking device, the case includes a base defining a cavity, a cap including a front member and one or more sidewalls that extend transversely from an inner surface of the front member, and a sealing member positioned between the cap and the base, wherein the cap is releasably coupled to the base and, when coupled to the base, the sealing member is compressed between the cap to the base to seal the cavity in the base.