1, patent protection, mainly depends on whether your idea constitutes a complete technical solution. In my opinion, your idea belongs to the category of invention or utility model patents. Invention patents protect products or methods, and utility models protect product structures with specific shapes. In general, as long as the technical problems in the existing technology are solved, you can apply for a patent, and if it is novel, creative and practical, you can authorize it. You don't need samples. The idea you said can be realized, that is, your idea can be realized and the corresponding technical problems can be solved!
2. Copyright is copyright, and technical solutions cannot be protected, but works in the field of literature and art. For example, if * * writes a book, it can apply for copyright protection, and if * * draws a picture, it can also apply for copyright protection.
I suggest you consult the local intellectual property office.