W-Shaped Combined Driving Spring for Mobile Slide Hinges
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing driving mechanisms in slide cover hinges of mobile communication terminals, utilizing compression and tension springs, are structurally complex and require simplification.
Innovation Solution
A combined driving spring mechanism comprising multiple W-shaped springs arranged on the same plane with both ends fixed and connected to the slide cover hinge, providing a simplified structure and enhanced force while occupying less space during deformation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If compression spring and tension spring are used in the driving mechanism, then the driving function is achieved, but the structure becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple springs (compression springs and tension springs) into a single integrated driving mechanism. The springs are arranged in parallel and connected through a common connecting piece, merging their functions into one unified structure that reduces overall complexity while maintaining the driving capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The connecting piece serves multiple functions: it connects multiple springs together, provides a mounting point for the slide cover, and transmits the combined force from all springs to the sliding mechanism. This multi-functional component reduces the number of separate parts needed in the system.
2Ease of operation
If traditional driving mechanism is used, then the slide cover can be driven, but the area occupied during spring deformation is large
Solution Approach 1:
The springs are arranged in a parallel configuration on the same plane rather than stacking them vertically or arranging them in three-dimensional space. This planar arrangement reduces the deformation area in the vertical dimension while maintaining the driving function, allowing for more compact integration into the slide cover hinge structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The spring structure is designed to deform within a constrained planar space, effectively using a thin-film-like arrangement where multiple springs operate in parallel within a limited area. This allows the mechanism to maintain flexibility and driving capability while occupying minimal space.
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
This solution simplifies the driving mechanism, enhances the force provided, and facilitates easier arrangement of other device components by using multiple W-shaped springs with fixed ends, improving the operational efficiency and design of mobile communication terminals.
Implementation Method 1
the driving spring saves the energy produced by the deformation area such as stretching, compression or torsion
Data Source
AI summary
This invention provides the combined driving spring in the slide cover hinge of the mobile communication terminal. It comprises multiple springs in the same shape, the multiple springs are arranged and combined in turn on the same plane, with their both ends fixed; the driving spring is provided with connections on its both ends to match with the slide in the slide hinge. The shape of the spring is similar to the shape W. The driving spring provided by this invention can be directly used as a driving mechanism in the slide hinge for the mobile communication terminals, simplifying the structure of the driving mechanism. In particular, when the spring in the shape of W is employed, the spring can not only facilitate the combination connection, but also provide a greater force. Besides, when the slide cover slides, less area is occupied when the spring deforms, making it easier to arrange other parts of the mobiles device.