Rotatable X-Shaped Phone Grip for Secure and Comfortable Holding
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current phone grips, such as pop sockets, are rigidly attached and limited in movement, offering poor security and comfort during phone handling, as they require users to squeeze their fingers to grip the device, which can be uncomfortable and ineffective in preventing drops.
Innovation Solution
A foldable 'x-shaped' phone grip device, called flipgrip, that attaches to the rear of a phone with a retractable and rotatable design, featuring a base with legs that unfold to form an X-shape for enhanced gripping and can be used as a kickstand, allowing wireless charging and multiple holding angles.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a rigid attachment structure is used, then the grip provides stable support, but it limits movement and requires uncomfortable finger squeezing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the rigid static structure into a dynamic system with multiple degrees of freedom. The legs can rotate relative to the base, and the base can rotate relative to the ring, allowing the grip to adapt its configuration based on usage needs. This dynamic capability enables both stable support when extended and comfortable operation when adjustable, resolving the contradiction between reliability and ease of operation.
2Reliability
If the grip is extended for better gripping, then security is improved, but it occupies more space when not in use
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements the nesting principle by allowing the legs to fold into the base structure when not in use. The legs can be retracted into a compact configuration that minimizes the overall volume occupied by the grip device. This nested arrangement enables the device to provide full gripping functionality when needed while occupying minimal space during storage or transport, effectively resolving the contradiction between drop prevention capability and space occupation.
3Ease of manufacture
If the grip is fixed in position, then attachment is simple, but it cannot be rotated for different holding angles
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by incorporating rotational joints between the legs and base, and between the base and ring. These joints allow the grip to be rotated to different angles while maintaining a relatively simple attachment mechanism. The rotational capability provides adaptability for various holding angles without significantly complicating the attachment process, resolving the contradiction between attachment simplicity and versatility.
4Strength
If the base is permanently attached to the ring, then structural integrity is maintained, but wireless charging is blocked
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements segmentation by separating the base from permanent attachment to the ring. The base can be detached from the ring, allowing wireless charging to occur when the base is removed. This segmentation maintains structural integrity during use while enabling wireless charging capability, effectively resolving the contradiction between strength and adaptability for wireless charging.
Data Source
AI summary
A flipgrip system for a phone. The flipgrip includes two hinging legs that unfold into an X shape, and fold flat. A ring adheres to the rear of the phone and a base can snap onto the ring. The base can spin relative to the ring and also be removed from the back of the phone. The first and second legs hinge relative to the base, out into the X shaped position, or in to the folded flat position.