Support assembly

Abstract

Provided is a support assembly. The support assembly comprises a first support and a second support. The first support comprises a mounting base and two side connecting plates, the two side connecting plates are connected to the two side edges of the mounting base respectively, the mounting base is provided with a mounting face, and the mounting face is provided with a cross-shaped groove; the second support is pivoted to the first support and located on the opposite side of the installation face, the second support comprises a supporting base, an extending part and two wing parts, the extending part is connected to one side of the supporting base, the two wing parts are connected to the extending part and extend in the same direction, and a first limiting notch is formed in the position, between the two wing parts, of the extending part. According to the bracket assembly provided by the invention, the bracket assembly can be mounted in different environments such as a cross rod, a longitudinal rod, a wall surface and a windowsill edge by utilizing the structural design that the mounting surface of the first bracket is provided with the cross-shaped groove; in addition, the transmitting-receiving device can change the elevation angle so as to adjust the signal strength and the communication quality to the optimal state.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a bracket assembly, and more particularly to a bracket assembly suitable for antenna mounting. Background Technology

[0002] The antenna installation location has a significant impact on the stability of signal transmission. For example, when communicating with satellites or base stations, dish antennas first adjust their angle and position to search for and scan for signals from local base stations or satellites in order to optimize signal strength and communication quality.

[0003] Due to their inherent design, existing dish antennas often have limitations on where they can be installed. In other words, existing dish antennas can often only be installed in fixed external environments, such as being fixed to a wall or mounted on a pole. These environmental limitations hinder antenna angle adjustment, affecting signal strength and communication quality.

[0004] Therefore, a support assembly is needed to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a bracket assembly that can be installed in different environments and has an elevation angle adjustment function, in order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art.

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical problems, one technical solution adopted by the present invention is to provide a bracket assembly, which includes a first bracket and a second bracket. The first bracket includes a mounting base and two side plates, which are respectively connected to the two sides of the mounting base. The mounting base has a mounting surface with a cross-shaped groove. The second bracket is pivotally connected to the first bracket and is located on the opposite side of the mounting surface. The second bracket includes a support base, an extension, and two wings. The extension is connected to one side of the support base, and the two wings are connected to the extension and extend in the same direction. A first limiting notch is formed in the extension between the two wings.

[0007] One of the advantages of this invention is that the bracket assembly provided by this invention, utilizing the cross-shaped groove design on the mounting surface of the first bracket, allows the bracket assembly to be installed in various environments, such as horizontal bars, vertical bars, walls, and window sills. Furthermore, the transceiver mounted on the second bracket can rotate relative to the first bracket due to the second bracket's pivotal connection to the first bracket. This allows the transceiver to adjust the elevation angle to optimize signal strength and communication quality.

[0008] To further understand the features and technical content of the present invention, please refer to the following detailed description and drawings of the present invention. However, the drawings provided are for reference and illustration only and are not intended to limit the present invention. Attached Figure Description

[0009] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0010] Figure 2 This is a first schematic diagram of the first bracket of the bracket assembly of the present invention.

[0011] Figure 3 This is a second schematic diagram of the first bracket of the bracket assembly of the present invention.

[0012] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second support of the support assembly of the present invention.

[0013] Figure 5 This is a side view of the support assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0014] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the use of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 9 This is another schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0020] M bracket assembly

[0021] 1 First support

[0022] 11 Mounting base

[0023] 11S side

[0024] 111 Mounting surface

[0025] 1110 L-shaped slot

[0026] Installation areas 1111, 1112, 1113, 1114

[0027] 111E Ear

[0028] 112 Cross-shaped groove

[0029] 1121 Transverse groove

[0030] 1122 Longitudinal trench

[0031] 112B Tank Bottom

[0032] 112W tank wall

[0033] 112C Longitudinal ridge

[0034] 112D Lateral bulge

[0035] 12 Side Connecting Plates

[0036] 120° elevation adjustment slot

[0037] 121 First connecting hole

[0038] 13 side panels

[0039] 2 Second support

[0040] 21 Support base

[0041] 22 Extension

[0042] 23 Wings

[0043] 230 perforation

[0044] 231 Second connecting hole

[0045] 23S side

[0046] 3 Fasteners

[0047] 4 Connectors

[0048] 5. Vise structure

[0049] 51 First fastener

[0050] 52 Second fastener

[0051] C1 First limiting gap

[0052] C2 Second limiting gap

[0053] R rounded corner structure

[0054] V Fixing Hole

[0055] F Screw

[0056] P pipe fittings

[0057] Q cable tie

[0058] T-shell

[0059] W wall

[0060] B convex block

[0061] Directions D1 and D2 Detailed Implementation

[0062] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of the "support assembly" disclosed in this invention. Those skilled in the art can understand the advantages and effects of this invention from the content disclosed in this specification. This invention can be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be modified and changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the concept of this invention. Furthermore, the accompanying drawings of this invention are for simple illustrative purposes only and are not depictions of actual dimensions, as stated in advance. The following embodiments will further describe the relevant technical content of this invention in detail, but the disclosed content is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this invention. Additionally, it should be understood that although terms such as "first," "second," and "third" may be used herein to describe various elements, these elements should not be limited by these terms. These terms are mainly used to distinguish one element from another. Furthermore, the term "or" used herein may, depending on the actual situation, include any combination of one or more of the associated listed items. Additionally, throughout this invention, "connection" refers to a physical connection between two elements, whether direct or indirect.

[0063] [First Embodiment]

[0064] See Figure 1 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a transceiver device and a support assembly according to a first embodiment of the present invention. The first embodiment of the present invention provides a support assembly M, which includes a first support 1 and a second support 2. The second support 2 is pivotally connected to the first support 1, and the second support 2 is used to mount a transceiver device thereon. In this invention, the transceiver device is shown only in its housing T as an example, and the transceiver device is not limited to its specific form.

[0065] See Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, Figure 2 and Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first bracket of the bracket assembly of the present invention. The first bracket 1 includes a mounting base 11 and two side plates 12. The two side plates 12 are respectively connected to the two sides 11S of the mounting base 11. The mounting base 11 has a mounting surface 111, and the mounting surface 111 has a cross-shaped groove 112. The cross-shaped groove 112 is formed by the intersection of a transverse groove 1121 and a longitudinal groove 1122.

[0066] The mounting surface 111 is divided into four mounting areas 1111, 1112, 1113, and 1114 by a cross-shaped groove 112. Each of the four mounting areas 1111 to 1114 has an L-shaped slot 1110, and the junction of each mounting area 1111 to 1114 with the adjacent side plate 12 (i.e., the two side edges 11S) forms a rounded corner structure R. Furthermore, the junction of the transverse groove 1121 in the cross-shaped groove 112 with the two side plates 12 also forms a rounded corner structure R. In addition, the first bracket 1 also includes two other side plates 13 respectively connected to the upper and lower sides of the mounting base 11, and the junction of the longitudinal groove 1122 in the cross-shaped groove 112 with the two side plates 13 also forms a rounded corner structure R. The rounded corner structure R can further enhance the structural strength of the first bracket 1. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. In another embodiment, a break structure (i.e., not connected together) can also be formed at the junction of the cross-shaped groove 112 and the two side plates 13.

[0067] Each mounting area 1111-1114 has an ear 111E, and the ear 111E has a fixing hole V. The four ears 111E in the mounting areas 1111-1114 extend in a direction parallel to the Z-axis and are located on the same plane as the mounting surface 111 (i.e., coplanar), which has the advantages of convenient installation and reduced size. In addition, each side plate 12 has an elevation angle adjustment slot 120, which is arc-shaped. Angle scales are displayed on the side plate 12 along the upper edge of the elevation angle adjustment slot 120. In addition, each side plate 12 also has a first connecting hole 121, which is located below the elevation angle adjustment slot 120.

[0068] See Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second support of the support assembly of the present invention. The second support 2 includes a support base 21, an extension 22, and two wings 23. The extension 22 is connected to one side of the support base 21, and the two wings 23 are connected to the extension 22 and extend in the same direction. A first limiting notch C1 is formed in the extension 22 between the two wings 23. In addition, each wing 23 has a through hole 230, and a second limiting notch C2 is formed on one side edge 23S of the wing 23 near the through hole 230. Each wing 23 also has a second connecting hole 231, which is located below the through hole 230 and near the end of the wing 23.

[0069] See Figures 3 to 5 . Figure 5This is a side view of the bracket assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention. The bracket assembly M further includes two fasteners 3 and two connectors 4. When the second bracket 2 is pivotally connected to the first bracket 1, the second bracket 2 is located on the opposite side of the mounting surface 111. The two through holes 230 correspond to the two elevation adjustment slots 120, and the two first connecting holes 121 correspond to the two second connecting holes 231. Each fastener 3 passes through the corresponding through hole 230 and elevation adjustment slot 120, and each connector 4 passes through the corresponding first connecting hole 121 and second connecting hole 231.

[0070] For example, fastener 3 can be a screw, and connector 4 can be a retaining pin; the present invention is not limited thereto. Thus, the second bracket 2 can pivot relative to the first bracket 1 about connector 4. Furthermore, as... Figure 1 As shown, when adjusting the transceiver device ( Figure 1 When adjusting the elevation angle of the housing T), the elevation angle adjustment slot 120 can be used as a track to allow the fastener 3 to move along the elevation angle adjustment slot 120 (e.g., ...). Figure 5 The direction of D1 in the middle drives the second support 2 to pivot (as shown in the image). Figure 5 The direction D2 is used to adjust the elevation angle of the transceiver. After confirming that the transceiver has been adjusted to the required elevation angle, the second bracket 2 is locked in place.

[0071] Continue reading Figure 1 and Figure 5 In the first embodiment, the transceiver device ( Figure 1 The housing T can be mounted on a pipe fitting P via a first bracket 1. The pipe fitting P is cylindrical and arranged laterally (parallel to the X-axis). During installation, the mounting surface 111 of the first bracket 1 faces the pipe fitting P, and the pipe fitting P is positioned in the transverse groove 1121 of the cross-shaped groove 112. Figure 5 As shown, the transverse groove 1121 and the longitudinal groove 1122 in the cross-shaped groove 112 each include a groove bottom 112B and two groove walls 112W connected to both sides of the groove bottom 112B. The surface of the groove bottom 112B is concave, and the surface of the groove wall 112W is an inclined plane.

[0072] As described above, the contour design of the groove bottom 112B and the groove wall 112W corresponds to the shape of the pipe fitting P. The concave contour of the groove bottom 112B can be circular, while the surface contour of the groove wall 112W can be a tangent to a circle. Therefore, the cross-shaped groove 112 of the present invention can accommodate pipe fittings P of different sizes through the design of the groove bottom 112B and the groove wall 112W. For example, when the diameter of the pipe fitting P is large, the pipe fitting P can be firmly abutted between the two groove walls 112W; when the diameter of the pipe fitting P is small, the pipe fitting P can directly abut against the groove bottom 112B.

[0073] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the pipe fitting P, which is located in the transverse groove 1121, can be fixed by two cable straps Q passing through the transverse hole portion of the four L-shaped slots 1110 (i.e., the portion of the L-shaped slots 1110 parallel to the X-axis direction) and surrounding the pipe fitting P.

[0074] Additionally, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 And please refer to them in advance. Figure 9 As shown. Since the second bracket 2 is located on the opposite side of the mounting surface 111, and the first bracket 1 has a raised portion on the opposite side of the mounting surface 111 with a corresponding cross-shaped groove 112, i.e. Figure 9 The transceiver has a longitudinal ridge 112C and a transverse ridge 112D. Therefore, when the transceiver adjusts its elevation angle by pivoting the first support 1 relative to the second support 2, to avoid interference between the second support 2 and the ridges on the opposite side of the first support 1 during pivoting, the present invention utilizes the design of the first limiting notch C1 and the second limiting notch C2 of the second support 2 to prevent interference. For example... Figure 9 As shown, the position of the first limiting notch C1 corresponds to the longitudinal bulge 112C, and the position of the second limiting notch C2 corresponds to the transverse bulge 112D. Therefore, when the second bracket 2 pivots, the design of the first limiting notch C1 and the second limiting notch C2 can avoid these bulges, thus preventing interference.

[0075] [Second Embodiment]

[0076] See Figure 6 As shown, Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to a second embodiment of the present invention. It should be noted that the structure of the support assembly M (including the first support 1 and the second support 2) is the same in all embodiments of the present invention, as can be seen in the following references. Figures 2 to 4 Therefore, the structures of the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2 will not be described in detail. The different embodiments of the present invention are mainly used to illustrate that the bracket assembly M can be installed in different environments. For example, in... Figure 6 In this case, the support assembly M can be installed on the longitudinally arranged pipe fitting P.

[0077] like Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, the longitudinally arranged pipe P is placed in the longitudinal groove 1122 of the cross-shaped groove 112, and the pipe P is stabilized by the structural design of the bottom 112B and the two groove walls 112W of the longitudinal groove 1122, so as to prevent it from shaking in the groove and affecting the transceiver device (see...). Figure 6 The receiving quality of the transceiver housing T). Similarly, the fitting P located in the longitudinal groove 1122 can be further equipped with two cable ties ( Figure 6(Not shown) It passes through the longitudinal hole portion of the four L-shaped slots 1110 (i.e., the portion of the L-shaped slots 1110 parallel to the Z-axis direction) and surrounds the pipe P for fixation.

[0078] [Third Embodiment]

[0079] See Figure 7 As shown, Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to a third embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 In this invention, the bracket assembly M can be mounted on the wall W. For example... Figure 2 and Figure 7 As shown, the mounting surface 111 of the first bracket 1 (containing four mounting areas 1111 to 1114) abuts against the wall W, and the ears 111E of the four mounting areas 1111 to 1114 also abut against the wall W (because the ears 111E are coplanar with the mounting surface 111). Then, the first bracket 1 is fixed to the wall W by passing four screws F through the four fixing holes V respectively.

[0080] See Figure 8 and Figure 9 , Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the use of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the third embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 This is another schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the third embodiment of the present invention. Since the first limiting notch C1 and the second limiting notch C2 correspond to the longitudinal protrusion 112C and the transverse protrusion 112D respectively, the second support 2, when pivoting relative to the first support 1, can utilize the design of the first limiting notch C1 and the second limiting notch C2 to avoid these protrusions and prevent interference. However, on the other hand, when the height of the wall W is high, if the rotation angle of the second support 2 during pivoting is too large, it may cause the transceiver device ( Figure 8 The transceiver housing (T) collided with the wall W when adjusting the elevation angle. Therefore, the present invention can further limit the maximum pivot angle of the second bracket 2 by appropriately adjusting the size of the second limiting notch C2. For example, the smaller the size of the second limiting notch C2, the less likely the second bracket 2 is to avoid the portion of the lateral protrusion 112D (i.e., the more likely the second bracket 2 is to abut against the lateral protrusion 112D when pivoting), and thus the smaller the maximum pivot angle of the second bracket 2 will be. In other words, the present invention can limit the maximum pivot angle of the second bracket 2 by reducing the size of the second limiting notch C2. When the transceiver adjusts the elevation angle, the second bracket 2 will abut against the lateral protrusion 112D before the transceiver collides with the wall W, thereby preventing the transceiver from hitting the wall W.

[0081] [Fourth Embodiment]

[0082] See Figure 10 As shown, Figure 10This is a schematic diagram of the transceiver device and support assembly according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention. Figure 10 In this invention, the bracket assembly M can be mounted on the protrusion B on the edge of the window. Specifically, as shown... Figure 2 and Figure 10 As shown, the bracket assembly M also includes a vise structure 5, and the first bracket 1 is secured by multiple locking fasteners ( Figure 10 (Not shown) passes through multiple fixing holes V and is fixed to the vise structure 5. The vise structure 5 includes a first fixing member 51 and a second fixing member 52. The first fixing member 51 and the second fixing member 52 clamp the protrusion B from the top and bottom respectively and then lock it to achieve a fixing effect.

[0083] [Beneficial Effects of the Examples]

[0084] The bracket assembly M provided by this invention utilizes the cross-shaped groove 112 on the mounting surface 111 of the first bracket 1, allowing the bracket assembly M to be installed in various environments, such as horizontal bars, vertical bars, walls, and window sills. Furthermore, the transceiver mounted on the second bracket 2 can rotate relative to the first bracket 1 due to the second bracket 2's pivotal connection to the first bracket 1. This allows the transceiver to adjust the elevation angle and optimize signal strength and communication quality.

[0085] Furthermore, when the support assembly M is installed on the pipe P, the pipe P can be placed in the cross-shaped groove 112, and the structural design of the groove bottom 112B and the two groove walls 112W stabilizes the pipe P, preventing it from shaking in the groove and affecting the transceiver device (see...). Figure 6 The quality of receiving signals (T) of the transceiver housing.

[0086] Furthermore, when the transceiver adjusts the elevation angle by pivoting the first bracket 1 relative to the second bracket 2, in order to avoid interference between the second bracket 2 and the raised portions (longitudinal raised portion 112C and transverse raised portion 112D) on the opposite side of the first bracket 1 during pivoting, the present invention can utilize the first limiting notch C1 and the second limiting notch C2 of the second bracket 2 to correspond to the longitudinal raised portion 112C and the transverse raised portion 112D respectively, so as to prevent interference from occurring.

[0087] On the other hand, although the structural design of the first limiting notch C1 and the second limiting notch C2 of the second bracket 2 can prevent interference, it may also cause the pivot angle of the second bracket 2 to be too large, causing the transceiver to accidentally collide with external objects, such as the wall W, when adjusting the elevation angle. Therefore, in order to prevent the transceiver from hitting the wall W when adjusting the elevation angle, the present invention can further limit the maximum pivot angle of the second bracket 2 by appropriately adjusting the notch size of the second limiting notch C2, for example by reducing the size of the second limiting notch C2. When the transceiver adjusts the elevation angle, the second bracket 2 will first abut against the lateral protrusion 112D before the transceiver collides with the wall W, thus preventing the transceiver from hitting the wall W.

[0088] The above-disclosed content is only a preferred and feasible embodiment of the present invention, and is not intended to limit the scope of the claims of the present invention. Therefore, all equivalent technical changes made based on the content of the present invention specification and drawings are included within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A support assembly comprising: A first bracket includes a mounting base and two side plates, the two side plates being respectively connected to the two sides of the mounting base. The mounting base has a mounting surface with a cross-shaped groove. A second bracket is pivotally connected to the first bracket and is located on the opposite side of the mounting surface. The second bracket includes a support base, an extension, and two wings. The extension is connected to one side of the support base, and the two wings are connected to the extension and extend in the same direction. The extension forms a first limiting notch between the two wings.

2. The bracket assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the two side plates has two elevation adjustment slots, and each elevation adjustment slot is arc-shaped.

3. The bracket assembly as described in claim 2, further comprising two fasteners, wherein each of the two wings has two through holes corresponding to the two elevation adjustment slots; wherein, When the second bracket is pivotally connected to the first bracket, one of the fasteners is used to insert into one of the through holes and the corresponding elevation adjustment slot.

4. The support assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein, Each of the wings has a perforation, and a second limiting notch is formed on one side of the wing near the perforation.

5. The support assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The cross-shaped groove includes a groove bottom and two groove walls connected to both sides of the groove bottom. The surface of the groove bottom is concave, and the surface of the groove walls is flat.

6. The support assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The mounting surface is divided into four mounting areas by the cross-shaped groove, each mounting area having an L-shaped slot, and each mounting area forming a rounded corner structure at the junction with the adjacent side plate.

7. The support assembly as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The mounting surface is divided into multiple mounting areas by the cross-shaped groove, each mounting area having an ear with a fixing hole.

8. The bracket assembly as claimed in claim 7, further comprising a vise structure, wherein the first bracket is fixed to the vise structure by a plurality of locking fasteners passing through a plurality of the fixing holes respectively.

9. The support assembly as claimed in claim 7, wherein, Each ear portion is located on the same plane as the mounting surface.

10. The support assembly of claim 1, wherein, The cross-shaped groove forms a rounded corner structure at the junction of the two side plates.

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