Adjustable Wall-Mounting Device for Concealed Flushing Tanks

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing concealed flushing tanks require complex and inefficient mounting processes, lacking a simple and effective adjustable wall-mounting device.

Innovation Solution

A concealed flushing tank equipped with an adjustable wall-mounting device featuring a sliding mounting plate and elastically deformable locking members that securely fasten the tank to a support wall, allowing for easy positioning and locking.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If a traditional mounting device is used, then the tank can be fixed to the wall, but the mounting process becomes complex and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting process simplicityVSAvoidmounting device complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting device is divided into separate functional components: a mounting plate with multiple mounting holes, adjustable positioning elements, and distinct fastening mechanisms. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently, simplifying the overall mounting process while reducing device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting plate is pre-configured with multiple mounting holes and positioning elements before installation. This preliminary preparation allows the installer to quickly select and adjust the desired mounting position without complex calculations or modifications during installation, significantly reducing mounting time and complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Adaptability or versatility

If the mounting position is fixed, then the manufacturing is simple, but the adaptability to different installation heights is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting height adjustabilityVSAvoidadjustable mounting device complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting device incorporates adjustable positioning elements that allow the mounting plate to be positioned at different heights and locations on the wall. The adjustable support elements can be moved along guide rails or positioned at different angles, providing dynamic adaptability to various installation requirements while maintaining a relatively simple device structure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting plate is designed with multiple mounting holes arranged in different patterns and the support elements can accommodate various positioning requirements. This universal design allows the same mounting device to be used for different tank models and installation scenarios, enhancing adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If the mounting device is made secure and stable, then the tank positioning is reliable, but the mounting process becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetank positioning reliabilityVSAvoidmounting process simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting device incorporates self-aligning features and self-locking mechanisms that automatically ensure proper positioning and secure attachment during installation. The mounting plate has built-in alignment guides that automatically position the tank correctly, and the fastening mechanisms automatically lock into place, providing reliable positioning without requiring complex adjustment procedures or specialized tools.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables fast, simple, and secure mounting of the tank, ensuring proper positioning and stability while maintaining aesthetic concealment.

Implementation Method 1

at least one locking member (7) to lock the plate (6) in a selected position in the seat (4) and on the container (2)

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElasticity: Elasticity

Data Source

PatentEP3287566B1Flushing tank with an adjustable wall-mounting device
Publication Date: 2019.07.17 OLI SISTEMAS SANITARIOS SA
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AI summary

A flushing tank (1) for a sanitary appliance comprising a container (2) and an adjustable mounting device (3) for fitting the container (2) onto a support wall; the device (3) comprises: a seat (4) formed on a wall (5) of the container (2); a mounting plate (6) insertable in the seat (4) and slidable in the seat (4) along a sliding axis (S) so as to axially change the position of the plate (6) with respect to the container (2); and at least one locking member (7) shaped so as to engage together the plate (6) and a hooking seat (14) formed on the wall (5) of the container (2) behind the plate, thus locking the plate (6) in a selected position in the seat (4) and hence at a predetermined height along the sliding axis (S).