Wearable Camera Module Fixation via Support Member Protrusions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wearable electronic devices face challenges in securely mounting camera modules while maintaining the structural integrity of the device, as conventional flange structures can compromise the rigidity of the housing.
Innovation Solution
A wearable electronic device design that incorporates a camera support member with body portions surrounding the camera module and protrusions inserted into recessed grooves on the camera module, effectively securing the camera without reducing the housing's rigidity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a conventional flange structure is used to mount the camera module, then the camera module can be secured to the housing, but the rigidity of the housing is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure is divided into two separate components: a camera support member that provides mounting functionality and a housing that maintains structural integrity. The camera support member includes body portions with protrusions that fit into recesses on the camera module, while the housing provides the rigid enclosure. This segmentation allows each component to optimize its function without compromising the other.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera support member acts as an intermediary between the housing and the camera module. It transfers the mounting function from the housing to a separate component, allowing the housing to maintain its rigidity while still securely mounting the camera module through the intermediary's protrusion-recess engagement mechanism.
2Reliability
If the housing structure is modified to accommodate the camera module, then the camera can be mounted securely, but the overall structural integrity of the device is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The device structure is segmented into the housing and the camera support member as separate functional units. The housing maintains its original structural integrity and composition, while the camera support member provides the fixation function. This segmentation prevents any modification to the housing that would compromise its structural stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera support member serves as an intermediary component that enables camera module fixation without requiring modifications to the housing structure. The protrusions on the camera support member engage with recesses on the camera module, providing secure fixation while the housing remains unchanged and maintains its structural integrity.
3Device complexity
If a simple mounting structure is used for the camera module, then the device complexity is reduced, but the camera module may escape or become unstable
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting function is segmented into the camera support member with body portions that have protrusions engaging with recesses on the camera module. This segmented approach provides stable fixation through multiple engagement points without requiring a complex overall device structure. The simplicity of the individual components is maintained while achieving reliable camera module stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera support member acts as a simple intermediary structure that provides stable mounting through basic protrusion-recess engagement. This intermediary design avoids the need for complex mounting mechanisms while ensuring the camera module remains stable and secure within the device.
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AI summary
According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a wearable electronic device may comprise: a housing including an opening; a display module disposed in the housing and configured to output a visual image; a battery disposed in the housing; a camera module disposed in the opening and including a first groove recessed in at least a part of the side surface of the camera module; and a camera support member fixing the camera module to the housing. Various other embodiments may also be possible.