Adjustable Clamping Device for Portable Smart Apparatuses
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional clamping devices for portable smart apparatuses are ineffective in securely holding devices of varying thicknesses due to fixed clamping groove widths, leading to potential disengagement and falling during vibrations.
Innovation Solution
A clamping device with rotating rings on clamping elements allows adjustable gaps between clamping rods and elements, enabling secure clamping of devices with different thicknesses and sizes through sliding and pivoting mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional clamping element with fixed clamping groove width is used, then the structure is simple, but it cannot adapt to portable smart apparatuses with different thicknesses
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping element incorporates a rotating ring that can pivot relative to the clamping block, transforming the fixed clamping groove into a dynamic structure. This allows the gap between the clamping rod and clamping element to be adjusted by rotating the ring, enabling adaptation to different apparatus thicknesses while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure
Solution Approach 2:
The invention introduces a rotational dimension to the clamping mechanism by adding the rotating ring. This allows adjustment in the gap dimension through rotation, effectively adding a degree of freedom that enables adaptation to varying thicknesses without significantly complicating the basic clamping structure
2Reliability
If the clamping groove width is fixed, then the manufacturing is simple, but the clamping reliability is poor when apparatus thickness varies
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating ring mechanism allows the clamping groove width to be dynamically adjusted to match different apparatus thicknesses, ensuring reliable clamping for each specific case. The pivot connection enables easy adjustment through rotation while maintaining structural integrity during clamping
Solution Approach 2:
The invention changes the gap parameter between the clamping rod and clamping element by rotating the ring. This parameter adjustment allows the clamping groove width to be optimized for different apparatus thicknesses, improving clamping reliability without requiring complete redesign for each thickness
3Reliability
If the elastic member provides clamping force, then the clamping operation is simple, but the apparatus may disengage under large vibration
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating ring provides a mechanical adjustment mechanism that allows the user to set the appropriate gap for different apparatus thicknesses before clamping. This preliminary adjustment enhances anti-disengagement capability under vibration while keeping the actual clamping operation simple through the elastic member
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device effectively secures portable smart apparatuses of diverse dimensions by adjusting the clamping force and angle, ensuring reliable attachment and preventing disengagement, even under vibration.
Implementation Method 1
with the elastic force of the elastic member 3, the two clamping blocks 2 respectively clamp two diagonal corners of the portable smart apparatus
Implementation Method 2
A rotating ring is disposed on each of the two clamping elements, and has its two ends respectively pivotally connected to two sides of the clamping element
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AI summary
A clamping device for clamping a portable smart apparatus includes an installation plate, two clamping elements and an elastic member. Two ends of the elastic members are respectively connected to the two clamping elements. The two clamping elements are opposite each other and are slidably disposed on the installation plate. Each of the two clamping elements is disposed with a rotating ring, which has its two ends pivotally connected to two ends of the clamping element and forming a clamping rod on the clamping element. The two clamping elements respectively clamp two diagonal corners of the portable smart apparatus. By rotating the rotating ring, a gap between the clamping rod and the clamping element can be changed. The two clamping elements are further capable of relative sliding movements. Accordingly, the present invention is apt for clamping portable smart apparatuses having different thicknesses and sizes to satisfy utilization requirements.