Adjustable Leg-Angle Equipment Support for Stable Multi-Position Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing equipment stands, such as bipods and tripods, lack adjustable leg positions that can accommodate different operational requirements, leading to instability and limited versatility in supporting various types of equipment.
Innovation Solution
A multi-legged equipment support with a hub and pivotably connected legs, featuring a leg angle stop structure with movable blockers and stops, allowing each leg to pivot to multiple preset operational positions, enhancing stability and adaptability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If existing equipment stands use fixed leg positions, then the structure is simple, but the adaptability and stability for different operational requirements are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the leg angle adjustable through a mechanism that allows legs to pivot between multiple preset positions. The leg angle stop structure with movable blockers and stops enables dynamic adjustment of leg angles, transforming a static structure into a dynamic one that can adapt to different operational requirements while maintaining structural integrity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes by providing multiple preset leg angles (e.g., 30 degrees, 45 degrees, 60 degrees) that can be selected based on operational needs. The leg angle stop structure allows the leg angle parameter to be changed between discrete values, enabling the equipment stand to adapt to different ground conditions and operational scenarios without requiring complete redesign
2Stability of the object's composition
If existing equipment stands lack adjustable leg positions, then the structure is simple, but the stability for different ground conditions is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The dynamics principle is applied to enhance stability by allowing the leg angles to be dynamically adjusted between preset positions. This enables the equipment stand to maintain stability on various ground conditions (flat, sloped, uneven terrain) by selecting appropriate leg angles, while the mechanical stop structure ensures stable positioning at each preset angle
Solution Approach 2:
The segmentation principle is implemented by dividing the leg angle adjustment into discrete preset positions (e.g., 30°, 45°, 60°) rather than continuous adjustment. Each preset position is stabilized by corresponding blockers and stops, providing stable configuration options for different ground conditions while maintaining structural simplicity
Data Source
AI summary
A multi-legged equipment support, components thereof, and associated methods. The equipment support comprises a stand and an equipment holder. The stand includes a hub and multiple legs pivotable with respect to the hub. The legs are pivotable outward from stowed positions to preset operational pivoted positions. The user can select a preset operational pivoted position in which outward pivoting of a leg will stop based on moving an actuator between preset locations.