16 patents in this list

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Unintentional falls and other accidents can break screens, harm internal parts, and destroy cell phones. To minimize damage and increase the lifespan of the gadget, a robust phone case can absorb and distribute impact force.

 

A number of aspects must be balanced in order to design phone cases that efficiently absorb impact. This page examines several methods for improving impact resistance in phone case design.

1. Sliding Camera Cover Mechanism for Enhanced Mobile Phone Protection

Shenzhen Yinhao Technology Co., Ltd., 2023

This is a mobile phone shell design with a camera protection mechanism. The shell has a sliding camera cover that can be retracted to protect the camera lens from scratches and impact when not in use. The cover slides along slots with bumps on the shell to lock in place.

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2. Scalloped Frame Design for Enhanced Impact Protection in Phone Cases

Vinci Brands LLC, 2022

A protective case for portable electronic devices that provides impact protection while still allowing features of the device to be easily accessed. The case has a hard shell with a scalloped frame design that acts as a shock absorber when the case is dropped. The frame has an elastic bumper that provides cushioning around the device edges and a rigid base that provides support and structure. The frame bumper is made of a material that is different from the base and has lower elasticity.

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3. Innovative Protective Case with Removable Front Cover and Stretchable Back for Mobile Devices

Vinci Brands LLC, 2022

Protective case for mobile electronic devices like smartphones and tablets that has a removable front cover with a transparent screen protector, a stretchable back cover, and a rigid back frame. The stretchable back cover fits over the device, and the rigid back frame holds it in place. The removable front cover attaches to the frame. The case provides impact protection with raised bumpers and a stretchable back and allows easy removal of the front cover for cleaning.

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4. Hybrid Composite Phone Case Combining Rubber Cushioning with Hard Plastic Shell

Urban Armor Gear, LLC, 2021

Composite case for portable electronic devices that combines the protective properties of a rubber inner case with the usability advantages of a hard plastic outer case. The composite case consists of two parts that fit together to contain the electronic device. The resilient inner portion covers the ends of the device, while the rigid outer portion covers the back. This provides cushioning where needed for impacts and retention, while the slicker hard plastic is easy to insert/remove from pockets and avoids hair entanglement. The inner rubber and outer plastic form a permanent bond to create a single protective system.

5. Enhanced Shock Absorption Protective Case for Mobile Devices

Incipio, LLC, 2020

A protective case for mobile electronic devices that provides improved protection against impacts and drops. The case has shock absorber elements embedded in the walls of the case compartment. The shock absorbers may be softer than the surrounding case material. The case can also have a transparent outer shell to show the shock absorbers inside. A removable screen protector lid is another feature.

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6. Molded Shock Absorber Elements for Enhanced Mobile Device Protection

Incipio, LLC, 2020

Protective cases with molded shock absorbers to protect mobile devices from damage. The case has discrete shock absorber elements integrally molded and embedded into the external surface of the case sidewalls. The case design includes one or more raised, flexible shock absorber elements that are incorporated directly into the outer surface of the case. The shock absorber elements provide a visual indication to the user that the case has impact protection.

7. Protective Phone Case with Breakage-Resistant Retractable Stand

Griffin Technology, LLC, 2020

Protective case for a portable electronic device with an integrated retractable stand that is not prone to breakage when pressure is applied. The case has an outer stand and an inner stand that slides along tracks. The outer stand has a locking cavity that engages with the inner stand to hold it open. When pressure is applied to the case, a flexible portion of the outer stand flexes and releases the inner stand from the locking cavity, allowing the stands to close.

8. Multi-Layered Composite Protective Case for Enhanced Impact Resistance of Electronic Devices

Urban Armor Gear, LLC, 2020

A protective case for electronic devices like smartphones and tablets that provides improved impact resistance and device protection while also facilitating device use. The case has a multi-layered composite construction with a resilient, impact-resistant device cradle that houses the device, surrounded by a rigid frame and a shear plate. A backing layer of different rigidity is sandwiched between the shear plate and frame. The cradle has walls that contact the device's periphery and a base that contacts the device back, protecting it from impacts. The frame and shear plate provide rigidity while the backing layer absorbs shock.

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9. Energy-Dissipating Protective Case with Heat Management for Mobile Devices

Kane and McHenry Enterprises, LLC, 2020

Protective case for mobile devices with protrusions that aid in energy dissipation when dropped and also form channels for heat dissipation.

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10. Rotating Protection Cover for Foldable Electronic Devices

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., 2019

This is a protection cover for foldable electronic devices like phones that can protect both sides of the device. The cover has a rotating coupling part that attaches to the device and a larger cover part that can rotate independently. This allows the cover to protect one side of the device when folded selectively and both sides when unfolded. The coupling part detaches when rotating the cover.

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11. Sliding Drawer Protective Phone Case with Additional Storage Functionality

i-Blason LLC, 2019

A multi-function protective case for mobile devices that provides additional functionality and storage capabilities while protecting the device. The case has a sliding drawer that can be inserted and removed from the case body. The drawer can provide extra storage space for items such as ID cards and credit cards.

12. Articulating Protective Case for Electronic Devices with Flexible Hinge Design

Otter Products, LLC, 2019

A protective case for electronic devices with articulating sections that allows the device to articulate while protected. The case has two rigid shell members that cover the device sections and a flexible hinge connecting them. The hinge allows the device sections to articulate while protected by the case. This prevents damage while maintaining functionality.

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13. Drop Protection and Convenience Features for Handheld Electronic Devices

ROKFORM IP LLC, 2019

Protective system for a handheld electronic device that provides drop protection and convenience features like mounting and anti-slip. The system has a shell with sidewalls to enclose the device edges and protect from drops. The shell has an attachment region for removable mounting to surfaces. It also includes an anti-slip insert with a magnet.

14. Adjustable, Expandable Protective Case for Enhanced Corner Protection of Portable Electronic Devices

Premashanth Kumalarasan, 2019

Protective case for portable electronic devices like smartphones. The case has an adjustable, expandable sheath to provide targeted protection primarily to the corners of the device which are most vulnerable to damage. The sheath is made of two components that can expand and contract to fit different device sizes. An interlock mechanism connects the components. The case allows access to device features like buttons and cameras while protecting the corners from shock and impact.

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15. Advanced Impact Diffusion Frame Structure for Protective Computing Device Cases

Lina Zhang, 2018

Protective case for portable computing devices such as laptops and tablets. The case has a unique frame structure to diffuse force from impact and better protect the encased device. The frame has large openings around the central region of the device body to absorb impact force. Smaller openings are clustered around the edges and corners to absorb impact in those vulnerable areas. The case also has cushioning layers and slits in the base layer for heat dissipation.

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16. Hybrid Smartphone Case with Wallet Functionality and Enhanced Corner Protection

ANDREW BRADFORD GREEN, 2018

A case with a removable shell for holding and protecting smart phones, that also functions as a wallet. The case has front and back covers connected by a spine, with reinforced corners for protection. The inside of the front cover has slots for credit cards and an ID window. The smart phone is inserted into a removable shell that snaps into the case.

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Numerous innovative approaches to the drop protection problem are offered by the patents displayed here. Integrated camera coverings for better impact and scratch protection, multi-layered composite construction for longer durability, and shock-absorbing materials and designs are a few of these innovations.