Adjustable Holder Mechanism for Multi-Function Device Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Model vehicle transmit controllers face challenges in securely holding multi-function electronic devices (MFEDs) of varying sizes, as existing designs are often inflexible and require additional costly hardware components for communication, making it difficult for users to upgrade existing controllers to accommodate MFEDs.
Innovation Solution
A holder mechanism with sliding plates, lever guide arms, and springs that adjust to securely hold MFEDs of different sizes, allowing for modular integration with existing transmit controllers, enabling users to upgrade without purchasing a new controller.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed-size holder is used to secure MFEDs, then the holder can provide stable mounting for a specific device size, but it cannot accommodate MFEDs of varying sizes and thicknesses
Solution Approach 1:
The holder mechanism employs sliding plates that can move relative to each other along guide rails, transforming a static fixed-size holder into a dynamic adjustable holder. This allows the holder to adapt to different MFED sizes while maintaining structural integrity through controlled mechanical movement rather than complex reconfigurable structures
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is divided into multiple independent components including upper and lower sliding plates, lever guide arms, and adjustable levers. Each component can move or adjust independently, enabling the overall structure to accommodate varying MFED dimensions without requiring the entire holder to be complex or replaceable
2Adaptability or versatility
If additional hardware components are added to enable MFED communication, then the transmit controller can support auxiliary user interfaces, but the cost of the transmit controller increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder mechanism serves multiple functions: it provides mechanical support for MFEDs of various sizes, enables secure attachment to the transmit controller, and facilitates optional MFED integration for users who want auxiliary user interfaces. This multi-functionality allows the same base controller to serve both traditional and MFED-enabled configurations without requiring separate hardware platforms
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable holder allows the system to dynamically adapt between different configurations - holding MFEDs when needed, or accommodating traditional controls when MFEDs are not used. This flexibility enables manufacturers to produce a single controller model that can serve multiple market segments without incurring the costs of producing multiple specialized models
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The holder mechanism provides secure and adjustable mounting for MFEDs, reducing the need for additional hardware and allowing users to upgrade their transmit controllers to accommodate MFEDs, enhancing usability and reducing costs.
Implementation Method 1
Each spring pulls the spring end of its respective lever guide arm and its respective sliding plate together
Data Source
AI summary
In an embodiment, a holder mechanism is provided. The holder mechanism has an upper and a lower sliding plate, an upper and a lower lever guide arm, and an upper and a lower spring. The sliding plates have an adjustment lever plate rod slot and one or more fingers. The lever guide arms have a hinge end and a spring end and are hinged to their respective sliding plates at a hinge end. Each spring pulls the spring end of its respective lever guide arm and its respective sliding plate together. An adjustment lever between the sliding plates has an upper and a lower guide rod. Each guide rod is between the respective sliding plate and the respective lever guide arm. An adjustment lever plate rod passes through adjustment lever plate rod slots in the upper and lower sliding plates, and is connected to the adjustment lever.