Laser layout system

Abstract

A laser layout system is provided. The laser layout system includes a first device including a laser generating device configured to emit a first laser beam down to the lower surface and a second laser beam up to the upper surface, and a camera; a system includes a first device including a camera, and a second device including a display screen and a receiver configured to receive a signal from the first device, the signal representing an image captured by the camera, the display screen configured to display the image captured by the camera in response to receiving the signal.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims the benefits and priority of U.S. Application No. 63 / 385,090, filed November 28, 2022, and U.S. Application No. 63 / 379,076, filed October 11, 2022, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This disclosure generally relates to laser layout systems. Background Technology

[0004] This disclosure generally relates to the field of tools. Specifically, this disclosure relates to layout tool apparatus and systems. Utility Model Content

[0005] Various embodiments of this utility model relate to layout tool devices and systems designed to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and ease of use in performing layout tasks.

[0006] One embodiment of this utility model relates to a laser layout system, which includes a first device and a second device. The first device includes a laser generating device and a camera. The laser generating device is configured to emit a first laser beam downwards to a lower surface and an upwards to an upper surface. The second device includes a display screen and a receiver. The receiver is configured to receive a signal from the first device, the signal representing an image captured by the camera, and the display screen is configured to display the image captured by the camera in response to the received signal.

[0007] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a first device, which includes a laser generating device and a camera. The laser generating device is configured to emit a first laser beam downwards to a lower surface and a second laser beam upwards to an upper surface. The camera is configured to capture an image of the first laser beam intersecting the lower surface. A second device is configured to wirelessly transmit signals to the first device to adjust the first laser beam. The first device is configured to adjust the aiming of the first laser beam in response to receiving signals.

[0008] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a laser layout system, which includes a first connecting mechanism configured to connect a first device to the base of a mobile vehicle, the mobile vehicle including the base and a platform, the platform being vertically driven above the base between an extended position and a retracted position; and a second device communicatively connected to the first device. The platform is further elevated above the base in the extended position compared to the retracted position. The first device includes a laser generating device configured to emit a first laser beam downwards and a second laser beam upwards. The second device is connected to the platform.

[0009] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a laser measurement system. The system includes a first device and a second device. The first device includes a first housing and a first laser generating device coupled to the first housing, the first laser generating device being configured to emit a first laser beam. The second device includes a second housing and a second laser generating device coupled to the second housing, the second laser generating device being configured to emit a second laser beam. In various embodiments, the device is configured to detect a laser beam emitted by another device and project an interval onto a floor between the devices. In various embodiments, the system includes a moving device configured to move between the first and second devices along a laser line projected by one of the first and / or second devices.

[0010] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a measuring device comprising: a housing defining a compartment and an orifice providing fluid communication between the compartment and the outside of the housing; and a flexible elongated structure extending along a longitudinal axis, the flexible elongated structure being at least partially stored within the compartment and extending out of the compartment via the orifice. During use, the flexible elongated structure is pulled out of the compartment and retracted into the compartment via the orifice. The flexible elongated structure defines a plurality of marking points (e.g., knots in a rope) at repeated intervals along the flexible elongated structure, the plurality of marking points extending outward from a plurality of portions extending between the marking points. The device includes a marking material (e.g., chalk) adhered to the flexible elongated structure.

[0011] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a measuring device, which includes a first housing, a first laser generating device coupled to the first housing, a second housing slidably coupled to the first housing, a second laser generating device coupled to the second housing, a clamping member coupled to the first housing to securely fasten the first housing to an object, and a distance indicator coupled to at least one of the first housing and the second housing. The distance indicator indicates the distance between the first laser generating device and the second laser generating device.

[0012] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a measurement system comprising a first device and a second device. The first device includes one or more laser generating devices and a camera. The first laser generating device is configured to emit a first laser beam vertically downward and a second laser beam vertically. The second device includes a screen and a receiver. The receiver is configured to receive signals from the camera and transmit the signals to the screen. The screen is configured to display an image captured by the camera in response to the received signals.

[0013] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a measuring device comprising a housing defining a compartment and a flexible elongated structure at least partially stored within the compartment. In use, the flexible elongated structure is pulled out of the compartment and retracted within it. The flexible elongated structure defines a plurality of orifices, including a first orifice, a second orifice, and a third orifice. The first orifice is located at a first distance from an end of the flexible elongated structure, the second orifice at a second distance from the end, and the third orifice at a third distance from the end. The second distance is approximately 2^0.5 times the length of the first distance, and the third distance is approximately 2^0.5 times the length of the second distance.

[0014] Another embodiment of this utility model relates to a measuring device comprising a housing defining a compartment and a flexible elongated structure at least partially stored within the compartment. In use, the flexible elongated structure is pulled out of and retracted into the compartment. The flexible elongated structure includes a plurality of light-emitting elements coupled to it. The measuring device also includes a plurality of input buttons coupled to the housing, the input buttons being configured to control which of the light-emitting elements are turned on, such that a first subset of the light-emitting elements emits light, and a second subset of the light-emitting elements, different from the first subset, does not emit light.

[0015] Additional features and advantages will be set forth in the detailed description below, and some of these features and advantages will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the description, or will be recognized by practice of the embodiments described in the included written description and the accompanying drawings. It will be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary.

[0016] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding and are incorporated in and form a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate one or more embodiments and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles and operation of various embodiments. Additionally, alternative exemplary embodiments relate to other features and combinations of features as generally recited in the claims. Attached Figure Description

[0017] This application will be more fully understood through the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which the same reference numerals denote the same elements:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a first laser measurement system according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0019] Figure 2 It is in use according to the exemplary implementation. Figure 1 Side view of the laser measurement system.

[0020] Figure 3This is a perspective view of a second laser measurement system according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0021] Figure 4 It is in use according to the exemplary implementation. Figure 3 A top-view schematic diagram of the laser measurement system.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of a third laser measurement system according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0023] Figure 6 It is in use according to the exemplary implementation. Figure 5 A top-view schematic diagram of the laser measurement system.

[0024] Figure 7 This is a side view of a measuring device according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0025] Figure 8 This is a side view of an extendable rod according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0026] Figure 9 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 8 Detailed view of the extendable rod.

[0027] Figure 10 This is a side view of a laser layout system according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0028] Figure 11 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 10 Detailed view of the laser layout system device.

[0029] Figure 12 According to an exemplary implementation Figure 10 A detailed view of another device in the laser layout system.

[0030] Figure 13 This is a side view of a measuring device according to another exemplary embodiment.

[0031] Figure 14 It is based on an exemplary implementation method. Figure 13 A schematic top view of the measurement device being used for the measurement.

[0032] Figure 15 It is based on an exemplary implementation method. Figure 13 A detailed schematic top view of the measurements performed by the measuring device.

[0033] Figure 16 This is a side view of a measuring device according to another exemplary embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0034] Referring generally to the accompanying drawings, various embodiments of layout tool devices and systems are provided. In these various embodiments, the layout tool devices and systems shown in the figures and described herein improve layout workflows using layout tools such as various laser leveling devices. For example, the devices and systems described herein help users mark points such as mounting points on surfaces such as floors or ceilings.

[0035] In various embodiments, a laser measurement system is provided, comprising two or more devices, each including a laser generating device and a moving device. The moving device is configured to move and / or be moved between the two or more devices. The two or more devices are configured to be positioned around an area to facilitate marking locations (e.g., for mounting objects).

[0036] Reference Figures 1 to 2 This provides various aspects of the laser measurement system 110. The laser measurement system 110 includes a first tower 120, a second tower 132, and a bracket 140. The bracket 140 is configured to move between the towers under its own power and / or (e.g., via one of the towers) between the towers.

[0037] The first tower 120 includes: a body 122; a handle 124 coupled to the body 122; a laser generating device 126 configured to emit a laser beam (e.g., a point laser beam and / or a planar laser beam); and a base 128 rotatably coupled to the body 122 (e.g., the base 128 can rotate 360 ​​degrees relative to the body 122). In various embodiments, the first tower 120 is configured to emit a laser beam onto an upper surface such as a ceiling. After a user rotates the base 128 relative to the body 122 to a desired orientation, the user can actuate a lock 130 to secure the base 128 relative to the body 122, preventing further rotation of the base 128 relative to the body 122.

[0038] In various embodiments, the body 122 and / or base 128 have stops at certain angles (e.g., 30 degrees, 45 degrees, 60 degrees, 90 degrees, 145 degrees) to facilitate the user rotating the base 128 to these angles relative to the base. This provides the user with the ability to quickly identify commonly used angles from the tower. For example, if the user has a series of mounting points along a first line and a second series of mounting points along a second line perpendicular to the first line (e.g., along a wall with a corner), the user can quickly rotate the base 128 to identify a 90-degree angle and continue marking the second series of mounting points.

[0039] In various embodiments, one or both towers have a distance measuring device (such as a laser rangefinder) for measuring the offset relative to an object. In various embodiments, neither tower has a distance measuring device (such as a laser rangefinder) for measuring the offset relative to an object. In various embodiments (e.g., digital embodiments), one or both towers include an encoder on the measuring device that provides the user with information identifying the distance and angle relative to the other tower as the tower moves, thereby helping the user to position the tower at the correct angle and / or distance. In various embodiments, the distance measurement can be displayed on a remote screen (e.g., displayed on a remote screen after wireless communication).

[0040] The second tower 132 includes: a handle 134; a laser generating device 136 configured to emit a laser beam (e.g., a point laser beam and / or a planar laser beam); and a track 138 coupled to the second tower 132. In various embodiments, the flexible elongated structure shown as the track 138 is configured to facilitate the movement of the bracket 140 from the first tower 120 to the second tower 132.

[0041] In various embodiments, the bracket 140 is automatically, remotely controlled, manually retracted between towers, and / or retracted by human and / or machine power. In various embodiments, the bracket 140 has an integrated marker and / or laser for marking installation points.

[0042] In use, the user sets the first tower 120 at one point, and then sets the second tower 132 at another point, and the two towers automatically align with each other (for example, each tower adjusts the position of the emitted laser beam until the other tower detects the laser beam). The second tower 132 can be connected to the first tower, for example, via a track 138 extending between the towers.

[0043] After the bracket 140 has completed its movement from the first tower 120 to the second tower 132, the user can reposition the first tower 120 to a new location, for example, offset from and at an angle to the first line between the first tower 120 and the second tower 132. Then, after the bracket has completed its movement from the second tower 132 to the new location of the first tower 120, the user can again reposition the second tower 132, for example, offset from and at an angle to the previous line between the towers. In this way, the user can mark installation points along multiple lines, which can be aligned or at non-zero angles relative to each other.

[0044] Reference Figures 3 to 4The diagram illustrates a laser measurement system 160 according to an exemplary embodiment. Except for the differences discussed herein, the laser measurement system 160 is substantially the same as the laser measurement system 110.

[0045] The laser measurement system 160 includes a first device 162 and a second device 180. The first device 162 includes: a housing 164; a base 166 coupled to the housing 164 (e.g., rotatably coupled to the housing 164); a laser generating device 168 emitting a laser beamline 170; and one or more optional spaced positions 172. In various embodiments, the housing 164 is rotatably coupled to the base 166 such that the housing 164 is configured to rotate relative to the base 166 about an axis 174. In use, the first device 162 and / or the second device 180 include detectors that facilitate automatic alignment of the laser beams emitted by the first device 162 and / or the second device 180 after they have been placed in their desired positions.

[0046] Reference Figure 4 It provides a schematic top view of the process by which a user daisies the device relative to each other to install lines of multiple mounting points.

[0047] Reference Figures 5 to 6 The diagram illustrates a laser measurement system 210 according to an exemplary embodiment. Except for the differences discussed herein, the laser measurement system 210 is substantially the same as laser measurement systems 110 and 160.

[0048] The laser measurement system 210 includes a first device 212 and a second device 230. The first device 212 includes a laser generating device 214. The second device 230 includes a laser generating device 232. One or both of the laser generating devices 214 and 232 are configured to emit a laser beam that forms a laser beamline 216 and optionally also marks one or more interval positions 218. The laser beamline 216 is aligned between the first device 212 and the second device 230.

[0049] The first device 212 and the second device 230 are mobile units that are aligned with each other (e.g., automatically aligned) and with the lasers emitted by the first device 212 and the second device 230 (e.g., automatically aligned). In various embodiments, each of the first device 212 and the second device 230 includes laser emitting capability and marking capability (e.g., it can emit a laser beam that forms a laser beamline 216) and can follow the laser beam of the accompanying device while marking the laser line (e.g., marking a laser line on the ground).

[0050] In use, the user can place the two devices at different points, for example, placing the first device 212 at position 242 and the second device 230 at position 240. Then, the first device 212 and the second device 230 automatically align with each other, such that the second device 230 projects a first line 250 toward the first device 212, and the first device 212 projects a line 252 toward the second device 230. In various embodiments, the first device 212 and / or the second device 230 includes a detector that helps to automatically align the laser beams emitted by the first device 212 and / or the second device 230 after they have been placed in their desired positions.

[0051] Then, the second device 230 moves along lines 250, 252 toward the first device 212 until it reaches position 244 near the first device 212. The user then controls the second device 230 to transmit line 254 in a downward direction. The first device 212 then moves to position 246, for example, by remote control of the user (e.g., via a remote controller). The user then controls the first device 212 to transmit line 256. The second device 230 then moves along line 256 to position 248, and then to position 249. In this way, the first device 212 and the second device 230 cooperate to draw interval 248 on line 216.

[0052] In use, the user can remotely control the first device 212 and the second device 230, causing the first device 212 to move along a laser line provided by the second device 230. As the second device 230 passes the laser line, it can mark the floor at intervals (e.g., interval 218). When the second device 230 reaches the end of the laser line 216 (e.g., at a predetermined distance from the first device 212), the user and / or the laser measurement system 210 will reposition the emitted laser so that the first device 212 can pass through the repositioned laser line. The first device 212 will then move along the repositioned laser line and mark the intervals.

[0053] In various embodiments, the first device 212 and the second device 230 are capable of automatically aligning their respective lasers with a detector or another laser. In various embodiments, the first device 212 and the second device 230 have integrated marking capabilities, such as making marks at intervals on the ground (e.g., forming or writing lines).

[0054] Reference Figure 7The image illustrates a measuring device 260 according to an exemplary embodiment. The measuring device 260 includes a housing 262 defining an orifice 264, which provides fluid communication between an internal storage compartment and the exterior of the housing 262. A flexible, elongated structure (shown as a rope 266) extends from the compartment via the orifice 264. The rope 266 includes a plurality of marking points along the rope 266, shown as knots 268 at intervals 272. The rope 266 is coated with a marking material (such as chalk). As the ends 270 extend from the housing 262 and the rope 266 is subsequently secured to the ground, the knots 268 form markings distinguished from the intervals 272 between the knots 268, thereby assisting the user in mounting at these points. In various applications, the distinguishing markings may be brighter or darker than the marked surface. For example, if the surface is dark, the distinguishing markings may be bright, or at least brighter than the surface. As another example, if the surface is bright, the distinguishing markings may be dark, or at least darker than the surface. In various embodiments, the knot 268 is configured to form a specific shape when the rope 266 is fastened to the surface.

[0055] Reference Figures 8 to 9 The diagram illustrates an extendable rod 310 according to an exemplary embodiment. The extendable rod 310 includes: a first housing 314; a second housing 322 slidably coupled to the first housing 314; and a clamping member 312 connected to the first housing 314, for example, slidably coupled to the first housing 314. The fastening device shown as the clamping member 312 is configured to secure the extendable rod 310 to another object (such as a utility basket on a movable platform). In various embodiments, the fastening device shown as the clamping member 312 may be a magnet, a friction engagement between the housings 314, 322, and / or a claw-like member that biases the housings 314, 322 to remain stationary relative to each other. In various embodiments, the clamping member 312 is slidably coupled to the first housing 314 to ensure that the entire extendable rod 310 can slide relative to the clamping member 312. In various embodiments, the clamping member 312 is rotatably coupled to the first housing 314, thereby allowing the first housing 314 and the second housing 322 to rotate relative to the clamping member 312, thus allowing the alignment of the entire extendable rod 310 to be oriented independently of the orientation of the object to which the extendable rod 310 is coupled (e.g., a platform). In various embodiments, the clamping member 312 is slidably coupled to the object to which the clamping member 312 is coupled (e.g., a utility basket on a movable platform).

[0056] A first laser generating device 316, emitting a first laser beam 318, is coupled to a first housing 314. In various embodiments, the first laser beam 318 is emitted as a line perpendicular to the length of the housings 314, 322. In various embodiments, an extendable rod 310 is paired with a vertical line laser on the ground that identifies a path the user wants to follow, such as through a linear reference on an upper surface (e.g., a ceiling). A second laser generating device 324, emitting a second laser beam 326, is coupled to a second housing 322. In various embodiments, the extendable rod 310 includes two or more housings coupled together, for example, in a slidable manner. In various embodiments, the laser generating device is coupled to each of three or more housings.

[0057] A distance indicator 320 is coupled to one of the first housing 314 and the second housing 322, and a series of measurements 328 are coupled to the other of the first housing 314 and the second housing 322. As the first housing 314 and the second housing 322 slide relative to each other, the position of the distance indicator 320 relative to the series of measurements 328 also moves accordingly, thereby allowing the user to identify how far apart the first laser beam 318 and the second laser beam 326 are. The extendable rod 310 includes a lock 340 that secures the first housing 314 relative to the second housing 322 once the user has selected the desired distance between the laser beams.

[0058] In use, the user extends the housing to the correct length. The user then optionally secures the extendable rod 310 to a device such as a movable platform. The user then marks the first mounting point. To mark the next mounting point, the user moves the platform, and thus also moves the extendable rod 310, until one of the laser beams intersects with the mounting point. When this occurs, the other laser beam will indicate the next mounting point, which is a distance from the first mounting point selected by the user.

[0059] Reference Figures 10 to 12 The diagram illustrates a laser layout system 360 according to an exemplary embodiment. Apart from the differences discussed herein, the laser layout system 360 is substantially the same as laser measurement systems 110, 160, and 210.

[0060] In various embodiments, the laser layout system 360 includes a first device 362, a second device 380, and a vehicle 390. In various embodiments, the laser layout system 360 includes a first device 362 and a second device 380. In various embodiments, the first device 362 is communicatively coupled to the second device 380, for example, wirelessly, such as via WiFi and / or Bluetooth®.

[0061] The first device 362 includes a laser generating device 364 and a camera 368. In various embodiments, the camera 368 is replaced by a sensor or detector (such as a visual detector). The camera 368 is configured to capture an image of a first laser beam 366 intersecting with a lower surface 398. The laser generating device 364 is configured to emit the first laser beam 366 downward toward the lower surface 398 and to emit a second laser beam 365 upward toward the upper surface 396. In various embodiments, the first laser beam 366 and the second laser beam 365 are the same laser beam, with a first portion of the same laser beam aimed upward as the first laser beam 366 and a second portion of the same laser beam aimed upward as the second laser beam 365. In various embodiments, the first device 362 includes a laser generating device 364 and a laser generating device 374, each of which is configured to emit laser beams upward and downward. Specifically, the laser generating device 364 is configured to emit a first laser beam 366 downward to the lower surface 398 and a second laser beam 365 upward to the upper surface 396, and the laser generating device 374 is configured to emit a laser beam 376 downward to the lower surface 398 and an laser beam 375 upward to the upper surface 396.

[0062] In various embodiments, the first device 362 includes a housing 372 and a first connection mechanism 370 (e.g., a clamping member) configured to attach the first device 362 to an object (e.g., the base 392 of a mobile vehicle 390). In various embodiments, the mobile vehicle 390 includes a base 392 and a platform 394, the platform 394 being vertically actuated above the base 392 between an extended position and a retracted position, and the platform 394 being further elevated above the base 392 in the extended position compared to the retracted position. In various embodiments, the first device 362 is attached to the base 392, and a second device 380 is attached to the platform 394.

[0063] The second device 380 includes a display screen 382 and a receiver 384. The receiver 384 is configured to receive a signal from the first device 362 representing an image captured by the camera 368, and the display screen 382 is configured to display the image captured by the camera 368 in response to the received signal. In various embodiments, the receiver 384 receives the signal wirelessly. In various embodiments, the receiver 384 receives the signal via WiFi. In various embodiments, the second device 380 includes a housing 388 and a second coupling mechanism 386 (e.g., a clamp) configured to couple the second device 380 to an object (e.g., the platform 394 of a vehicle 390). In various embodiments, the second device 380 includes one or more controllers 389 coupled to the housing 388 (e.g., rotatably coupled to the housing 388).

[0064] In a first exemplary use, the first device 362 is configured to adjust the aiming of a laser beam (e.g., a first laser beam 366, a second laser beam 365) in response to receiving a signal (e.g., a second signal, a third signal) from the second device 380, such that the laser beam intersects a surface (e.g., a lower surface 398, an upper surface 396) at different locations. The second device 380 is configured to wirelessly transmit signals (e.g., a second signal, a third signal) to the first device 362 to adjust the laser beam (e.g., the first laser beam 366, the second laser beam 365). In various embodiments, the first device 362 is configured to adjust the aiming of the laser beam (e.g., the first laser beam 366, the second laser beam 365) in response to receiving a signal from the second device 380, the signal being generated in response to a user rotating the controller 389. In various embodiments, the second device 380 includes a rotatable controller 389 that, when rotated, causes the second device 380 to transmit a signal, thereby causing the first device 362 to adjust the aiming of a laser beam (e.g., a first laser beam 366, a second laser beam 365). In various embodiments, the controller 389 is configured to control one or more of the laser beams 365, 366, 375, and / or 376 by rotating the controller 389, causing the first device 362 to transmit a signal to the second device 380, which then adjusts the aiming of one or more of the laser beams 365, 366, 375, and / or 376. In a particular embodiment, the second device 380 includes two controllers 389 configured to control one or more of the laser beams 365, 366, 375, and 376, and / or to switch between which of the laser beams 365, 366, 375, and 376 is being controlled.

[0065] In a particular embodiment, the first device 362 is configured to adjust the aiming of the first laser beam 366 in response to receiving a second signal from the second device 380. In a particular embodiment, the first device 362 is configured to adjust the aiming of the second laser beam 365 in response to receiving a third signal from the second device 380.

[0066] In a second exemplary use, laser beam 366 is emitted downwards to a first mounting point marked on a lower surface 398 (e.g., the floor below the base 392 of vehicle 390), and laser beam 365 is emitted upwards to a second mounting location not yet marked on an upper surface 396 (e.g., a ceiling). A first device 362 transmits (e.g., wirelessly) an image captured by camera 368 to a second device 380. In various embodiments and uses, the image captured by camera 368 includes the first laser beam 366 intersecting the lower surface 398.

[0067] In various embodiments, when the laser beam 366 intersects with the lower surface 398, the first laser beam 366 generates a first line 377 on the lower surface 398, and when the laser beam 376 intersects with the lower surface 398, the laser beam 376 generates a line 379 on the lower surface 398. Figure 10 In various embodiments, one or more of laser beams 366 and 376 include a light plane (e.g., emitted as a light plane). In various embodiments, the second laser beam 365 includes a light plane that generates a second line 378 on the upper surface 396 when the laser beam 365 intersects with the upper surface 396, and the laser beam 375 includes a light plane that generates a line 381 on the upper surface 396 when the laser beam 375 intersects with the upper surface 396. Figure 10 ).

[0068] The user aligns the laser beam 366 with a target on the floor by viewing a screen 382 on the second device 380. While aligned, the user then marks a second mounting point on the ceiling.

[0069] In various embodiments, the first device 362 includes two single-plane oscillating lasers driven by a motor, the motor having a semi-silvered mirror that splits the laser beam into an upward-projected laser beam and a downward-projected laser beam. In various embodiments, the camera is a WiFi-enabled camera.

[0070] Reference Figures 13 to 15 The diagram illustrates a measuring device 410 according to an exemplary embodiment. The measuring device 410 helps the user mark 45-degree and 90-degree angles, which can be found, for example, in a right-angled isosceles triangle.

[0071] The measuring device 410 includes a belt 412 extending from the housing. The belt 412 includes a plurality of loops 414 and a fastening device 416 configured to extend through one of the loops 414 when the belt 412 has been extended to the desired length.

[0072] In a particular embodiment, the first loop 430 is a first distance 431 from the end 442, the second loop 432 is a second distance 433 from the end 442, and the second distance 433 corresponds to the distance of the hypotenuse of a right-angled isosceles triangle with a side of distance 431.

[0073] Reference Figures 14 to 15 The diagram depicts various aspects of the measuring device 410 in use. In particular, various dimensions of the loop distances are overlapped on top of each other for comparison and to show the relationship between the distances. Specifically, it will be observed that each loop is 2^0.5 further from the end 442 than the previous loop, thereby helping the user to mark isosceles right triangles of various sizes.

[0074] Reference Figure 15 In use, the user can mark a first point, and then using a first loop 430, the user can mark a second point, which is a first distance 431 from the first point. The user can then mark a first arc, which is a first distance 431 upwards and to the right from the first point, and the user can mark a second arc from the second point, which is directly to the right and a second distance 433 from the second point. The intersection of these two arcs is a third point on a right-angled isosceles triangle, thereby allowing the user to mark angles of 90 degrees and / or 45 degrees from a selected point.

[0075] In a particular embodiment, the first loop 430 is a first distance 431 from the end 442, the second loop 432 is a second distance 433 from the end 442, the third loop 434 is a third distance 435 from the end 442, the fourth loop 436 is a fourth distance 437 from the end 442, the fifth loop 438 is a fifth distance 439 from the end 442, and the sixth loop 440 is a first distance 441 from the end 442.

[0076] In various implementations, the second distance 433 is approximately 41% longer than the first distance 431 (e.g., the second distance 433 is 2^0.5 times longer than the first distance 431), the third distance 435 is approximately 41% longer than the second distance 433 (e.g., 2^0.5 times longer than the second distance 433), the fourth distance 437 is approximately 41% longer than the third distance 435 (e.g., 2^0.5 times longer than the third distance 435), the fifth distance 439 is approximately 41% longer than the fourth distance 437 (e.g., 2^0.5 times longer than the fourth distance), and the sixth distance 45 is approximately 41% longer than the fifth distance 439 (e.g., 2^0.5 times longer than the fifth distance 439). The term "approximately" includes distances within 5% of the specified target, or more specifically, distances within 2.5% of the specified target, or more specifically, distances within 1% of the specified target.

[0077] Reference Figure 16 The diagram illustrates a measuring device 460 according to an exemplary embodiment. The measuring device 460 includes: a housing 462; a strap 464 extending from the housing 462; a plurality of light emitters 470 coupled to the strap 464; and a plurality of input buttons 466 for configuring which of the light emitters 470 emit light. In use, the user interacts with the buttons 466 to select a first subset 472 of the light emitters 470 that are turned on (e.g., each lamp at multiples of 2.5 inches from its end), thereby keeping the remaining subset 474 of the light emitters 470 off. In this way, the user can dynamically select which intervals will be clearly and brightly marked by the measuring device 460.

[0078] It should be understood that the accompanying drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments in detail, and it should be understood that this application is not limited to the details or methods set forth in the description or illustrated in the drawings. It should also be understood that the terminology is for descriptive purposes only and should not be considered limiting.

[0079] Given this description, other modifications and alternative embodiments of various aspects of this disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, this description should be interpreted as illustrative only. The constructions and arrangements shown in the various exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, many modifications (e.g., variations in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportions of various elements, values ​​of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) are possible without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described herein. Some elements shown as integrally formed may be constructed from multiple parts or elements, the positions of elements may be reversed or otherwise varied, and the nature or number of discrete elements or positions may be altered or varied. The order or sequence of any process, logical algorithm, or method steps may be varied or reordered according to alternative embodiments. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may also be made in the design, operating conditions, and arrangements of the various exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of this disclosure.

[0080] Unless otherwise expressly stated, no method described herein is intended to be construed as requiring its steps to be performed in a particular order. Therefore, no particular order is intended to be inferred unless a method claim actually describes the order in which the steps are followed, or unless the claims or description otherwise specify that the steps are limited to a particular order. Furthermore, as used herein, the article “a” is intended to include one or more parts or elements and is not intended to be construed as meaning only one. As used herein, “rigid connection” refers to two parts connected in such a way that the parts move together in a fixed positional relationship when subjected to force.

[0081] Various embodiments of this disclosure relate to any combination of any features in the features, and any such combination of features in the features may be claimed in this application or a future application. Any feature, element, or component of any exemplary embodiment of the exemplary embodiments discussed above may be used alone or in combination with any feature, element, or component of any other embodiment of the other embodiments discussed above.

[0082] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "joint" refers to the direct or indirect engagement of two components with each other. Such engagement can be inherently static or inherently movable. This engagement can be achieved by the two components and any additional intermediate components forming a single monolithic body, or by the two components being attached to each other or by the two components and any additional components being attached to each other. Such engagement can be inherently permanent, or alternatively inherently removable or detachable.

[0083] Although specific combinations of features are recited in the appended claims of the present application, various embodiments of the present invention relate to any combination of any features described herein, whether or not such combinations are currently claimed, and any such combination of features may be claimed in this application or a future application. Any feature, element, or component of any exemplary embodiment of the exemplary embodiments discussed above may be used alone or in combination with any feature, element, or component of any other embodiment of the other embodiments discussed above.

[0084] In various exemplary embodiments, relative dimensions including angles, lengths, and radii, as shown in the accompanying drawings, are drawn to scale. Actual measurements of the accompanying drawings will disclose the relative dimensions, angles, and scales of the various exemplary embodiments. The various exemplary embodiments extend to a wide range of absolute and relative dimensions, angles, and scales that can be determined from the accompanying drawings. The various exemplary embodiments include any combination of one or more relative dimensions or angles that can be determined from the accompanying drawings. Furthermore, actual dimensions not explicitly stated in this description can be determined by combining the scales of the dimensions measured in the accompanying drawings with the explicit dimensions stated in this description.

Claims

1. A laser layout system, characterized by, The laser layout system comprises: a first device comprising a laser generating device and a camera, the laser generating device configured to emit a first laser beam downward to a lower surface and to emit a second laser beam upward to an upper surface; and a second device comprising a display screen and a receiver, the receiver configured to receive a signal from the first device, the signal representative of an image captured by the camera, the display screen configured to display the image captured by the camera in response to receiving the signal.

2. The laser layout system of claim 1, wherein, The image captured by the camera comprises the first laser beam intersecting the lower surface.

3. The laser placement system of claim 1, wherein, The first laser beam produces a first line on the lower surface when the first laser beam intersects the lower surface.

4. The laser layout system of claim 3, wherein, The second laser beam produces a second line on the upper surface when the second laser beam intersects the upper surface.

5. The laser placement system of claim 1, wherein, The laser layout system comprises a first coupling mechanism configured to couple the first device to a base of a movable vehicle, the movable vehicle comprising the base and a platform vertically actuated above the base between an extended position and a retracted position, wherein the platform is further above the base in the extended position than in the retracted position.

6. The laser layout system of claim 5, wherein, The laser layout system comprises a second coupling mechanism configured to couple the second device to the platform of the movable vehicle.

7. The laser placement system of claim 1, wherein, The receiver wirelessly receives the signal.

8. The laser layout system of claim 7, wherein, The receiver receives the signal over WiFi.

9. The laser placement system of claim 1, wherein, The first device is configured to adjust an aim of the first laser beam in response to the first device receiving a second signal from the second device.

10. The laser layout system of claim 9, wherein, The first device is configured to adjust an aim of the second laser beam in response to the first device receiving a third signal from the second device.

11. A laser layout system comprising: a first device comprising a laser generating device and a camera, the laser generating device configured to emit a first laser beam downward to a lower surface and to emit a second laser beam upward to an upper surface, the camera configured to capture an image of the first laser beam intersecting the lower surface; and a second device configured to wirelessly send a signal to the first device to adjust the first laser beam, wherein the first device is configured to adjust an aim of the first laser beam in response to the first device receiving the signal. The first laser beam produces a first line on the lower surface when the first laser beam intersects the lower surface, and wherein the second laser beam produces a second line on the upper surface when the second laser beam intersects the upper surface.

12. The laser layout system of claim 11, wherein, The first device is configured to adjust an aim of the first laser beam in response to the first device receiving a second signal from the second device.

13. The laser placement system of claim 11, wherein, The first device is configured to adjust an aim of the second laser beam in response to the first device receiving a third signal from the second device.

14. The laser placement system of claim 11, wherein, 15. A laser layout system comprising: ​ A movable vehicle comprising a base and a platform vertically actuated between an extended position and a retracted position above the base, characterized in that the platform is further above the base in the extended position than in the retracted position; a first device coupled to the base, the first device comprising a laser generating device configured to emit a first laser beam downward and a second laser beam upward; and a second device communicatively connected with the first device, the second device coupled to the platform.

16. The laser layout system of claim 15, wherein, The first device comprises a camera and the second device comprises a display screen and a receiver configured to receive a signal from the first device, the signal representing an image captured by the camera, the display screen configured to display the image captured by the camera in response to receiving the signal, wherein the image captured by the camera comprises the first laser beam intersecting a lower surface below the base.

17. The laser layout system of claim 16, wherein, The receiver receives the signal wirelessly.

18. The laser layout system of claim 17, wherein, The receiver receives the signal over WiFi.

19. The laser layout system of claim 16, wherein, The first device is configured to adjust the aim of the first laser beam in response to the first device receiving a second signal from the second device.

20. The laser layout system of claim 19, wherein, The second device comprises a rotatable controller that causes the second device to emit the second signal as the rotatable controller is rotated, thereby causing the first device to adjust the aim of the first laser beam. The second device comprises a rotatable controller that causes the second device to emit the second signal as the rotatable controller is rotated, thereby causing the first device to adjust the aim of the first laser beam.

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