Adjustable Caliper and Micrometer Storage Stand for Safe Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Measuring calipers and micrometers are prone to damage and battery depletion, and they are often difficult to locate when needed, necessitating a protective and accessible storage solution.
Innovation Solution
A measuring caliper and micrometer storage stand with adjustable leveling and versatile mounting options, designed to accommodate various sizes and types, ensuring protection and easy access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If calipers are stored in a drawer or on a workbench, then they are protected from damage, but they become difficult to locate when needed
Solution Approach 1:
The stand incorporates a fluorescent yellow back panel that creates high visual contrast, making the stored caliper immediately visible and easily locatable without searching through drawers or workbenches
2Ease of operation
If calipers are kept in use on the workbench, then they are easily accessible, but the precision surfaces become prone to damage
Solution Approach 1:
The stand provides a designated storage position ready in advance, allowing the caliper to be properly stored when not in use, protecting the precision surfaces from accidental damage while maintaining easy accessibility
3Loss of energy
If electronic calipers are stored without visibility check, then battery consumption is not monitored, but the stand should allow verification that the caliper is turned off
Solution Approach 1:
The fluorescent yellow back panel of the stand makes the caliper screen visible when stored, allowing users to verify that electronic calipers are turned off and monitor battery status without adding complex detection devices
4Manufacturing precision
If the stand is designed to fit specific caliper sizes, then it provides precise fit, but it cannot accommodate different styles and sizes of calipers
Solution Approach 1:
The stand incorporates adjustable components including a movable clamp mechanism and adjustable leveling screw, allowing the structure to adapt dynamically to different caliper sizes and styles while maintaining secure fit and proper alignment
Solution Approach 2:
The stand is designed with universal compatibility features that allow it to accommodate multiple types of measuring instruments including various caliper sizes (4'', 6'', 12''), micrometers, and other measuring tools through adjustable mounting and positioning mechanisms
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AI summary
This invention holds caliper and micrometer measuring tools on a flat surface, to mount vertical or horizontal, including versions holding multiple calipers, versions holding micrometers in addition to calipers. The invention is needed for tool access, protecting tool when not in use, to: have tools on display for ornamentation, display tools with personalized placard on the tools holder. The holder features an enclosed slot for the caliper jaws and slotted perch for the beam with special ‘leveling screw’ allowing use for many models, designs, sizes, and makes. The Stand captures the caliper/micrometer so it cannot fall out and is protected from damaging its important features. Elevation adjustable soft set screw is employed under the beam end, allows for leveling in the holder. The tool holder can be made from variety of suitable materials. The tool can be mounted using embedded magnets or 2 sided tape to a variety of surfaces.