Universal Locking Mechanism for Electronic Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional locking mechanisms are designed for specific security locks and cannot be used with different designs, limiting their applicability and increasing product costs due to design-specific requirements.
Innovation Solution
A locking mechanism comprising a first and second locking component, and a pivoting component that allows for switching between different operational modes by adjusting the rotary angles of the locking components, enabling compatibility with various security lock designs through a rotatable assembly and additional blocks for activating selected locking components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a locking mechanism is designed for a specific security lock, then the locking mechanism can be simple and easy to manufacture, but it cannot be used with different security lock designs
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is divided into multiple independent locking components (first locking component, second locking component, etc.), each capable of being independently activated. Each locking component has its own locking hole and can engage with different security lock designs separately, allowing the mechanism to adapt to various security lock types without requiring a completely different design for each type.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking mechanism incorporates multiple locking components that can each serve different security lock designs (e.g., Kensington security lock, Noble security lock). By integrating multiple locking holes and stretching portions that can accommodate different cable configurations, a single locking mechanism can universally support various security lock types, eliminating the need for multiple specialized mechanisms.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple locking components are integrated into a single mechanism, then compatibility with different security locks is improved, but the device complexity and manufacturing difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple locking components are nested within a single locking mechanism housing. The first locking component, second locking component, and other locking components are arranged in a compact nested configuration where each component occupies a specific space within the overall mechanism structure, allowing for integrated manufacturing while maintaining the ability to support different security lock designs.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple locking components are included, then versatility is improved, but the space required in the electronic device increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking components are arranged in a three-dimensional nested configuration rather than a linear or planar arrangement. The stretching portions extend in different spatial directions, and the locking holes are positioned at various depths and angles within the mechanism, allowing multiple locking components to occupy overlapping or adjacent spatial volumes, thereby reducing the overall footprint of the locking mechanism.
Data Source
AI summary
A locking mechanism selectively suitable for security locks with different design includes a first locking component, a second locking component and a pivoting component. The first locking component includes a first body, a first stretching portion and a second stretching portion. A first locking hole is formed on the first body. A first piercing hole, a first constraining hole and a second constraining hole are formed on the first stretching portion. A second piercing hole and a slide slot are formed on the second stretching portion. The second locking component includes a second body whereon a second locking hole, a third piercing hole and a third constraining hole are formed. The pivoting component includes a shaft, a first block and a second block. The shaft pieces through the foresaid piercing holes. The first block and the second block are movably switched between the foresaid constraining holes and the slide slot.