Adjustable Framework With Variable Post For Orientation Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional frameworks lack versatility, requiring either larger dimensions or multiple frameworks to bridge gaps, and restrict form freedom in assemblies due to fixed shapes and synchronized expansion/retraction mechanisms.
Innovation Solution
A framework with at least three posts and three connecting ribs, where one post is variable in length, allowing the formation of a trapezium shape that sets relative orientations between planes, enabling adaptable shape and size adjustments to connect frameworks with differing orientations, thus providing three-dimensional form freedom.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional frameworks with fixed shapes are used, then structural stability is maintained, but versatility and adaptability are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making at least one post length-adjustable, allowing the framework to transition from a fixed static structure to a dynamic adaptable structure. The post can be extended or retracted to change the framework's overall dimensions and shape, enabling it to adapt to different gap sizes and orientations while maintaining structural integrity through controlled movement.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes by modifying the length parameter of at least one post within the framework. This allows the framework to adjust its geometric parameters (length, orientation, shape) to bridge gaps of varying sizes and connect frameworks with different orientations, thereby improving versatility without compromising structural stability.
2Length of stationary object
If multiple frameworks are connected to bridge gaps, then gap coverage is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single framework with length-adjustable posts that can perform multiple functions: bridging gaps of various sizes, connecting frameworks with different orientations, and adapting to different spatial configurations. This eliminates the need for multiple separate frameworks or specialized components, thereby reducing system complexity while maintaining comprehensive gap coverage capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements segmentation by dividing the post into adjustable segments that can be extended or retracted independently. This allows the framework to achieve variable lengths and configurations without requiring multiple complete framework units, simplifying the overall system while maintaining the ability to cover various gap distances.
3Ease of operation
If frameworks are designed for synchronized expansion and retraction, then deployment ease is improved, but form freedom is restricted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by allowing different parts of the framework to have different degrees of freedom. Specifically, at least one post is equipped with length-adjustment capability while other components maintain fixed positions. This enables localized adjustment of the framework's shape and orientation without requiring synchronized movement of all components, thereby maintaining deployment ease while significantly improving form freedom and adaptability.
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AI summary
A framework includes at least three posts, and at least three connecting ribs between the posts. First ends of the posts define a first plane, and second ends of the posts, that are opposite to the first ends thereof, define a second plane. At least one of the posts is adjustable to define, in combination with a further post of the at least three posts and two connecting ribs between the adjustable post and the further post, an adjustable trapezium that is configured to set a relative orientation between the first plane and the second plane and to thereby set an orientation of an adjoining framework. A system in which a plurality of said frameworks are interconnected.