Wireless Headset Ear Hook Integrated Charger Cover
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wireless headsets have a increased number of components due to separate ear hooks, electrical chargers, and charger covers, which complicates design and functionality.
Innovation Solution
Integration of the ear hook with the charger cover reduces the number of parts and allows for electrical charging when the ear hook is not in use, with the cover serving as a handle for lifting and covering the charger.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If separate ear hook, electrical charger, and charger cover components are used, then each component can perform its specific function, but the number of components increases and device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The charger cover and ear hook are merged into a single integrated component. The cover structure includes an ear hook portion that extends therefrom, forming a unified piece that combines the protective cover function with the ear engagement function, thereby reducing the total number of components while maintaining all necessary functionalities
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated cover-ear hook component performs multiple functions: it protects the electrical charger when closed, provides ear engagement when worn, and serves as a handle for opening the cover. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate components, resolving the contradiction between versatility and complexity
2Ease of manufacture
If separate charger cover and ear hook components are used, then each component can be optimized independently, but manufacturing and assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By integrating the ear hook and charger cover into a single molded component, the patent reduces assembly steps and manufacturing complexity. The unified structure can be produced as one piece through injection molding or similar processes, eliminating the need for separate manufacturing and assembly operations while maintaining design flexibility
Data Source
AI summary
A wireless headset having ear hook includes a device body, a speaker, an electrical charger, a charger cover, and an ear hook. The speaker is coupled to the device body. The electrical charger is arranged in the device body, and the electrical charger is exposed from the device body. The charger cover is coupled to the device body and selectively covers the electrical charger. The ear hook is integrally formed with the charger cover. By the combination of the ear hook and the electrical cover, the amount of parts is reduced, and when not in use, the headset can be electrically charged by lifting the charger cover.