Adjustable Mount Structure for Stable Clamping of Elongated Objects
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounts for elongated objects, such as microphones, require time-consuming adjustments and lack stability, especially for objects with varying longitudinal dimensions, leading to potential tilting and abrupt movements.
Innovation Solution
A mount device with an adjusting element and support elements that allow for translational movement, adjusting the width of the support device through a clamp direction, using protrusions and indentations to securely hold objects of different lengths, facilitated by an actuating device with a knob and threaded shaft for easy adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If multiple holding means are provided spaced apart along the longitudinal direction to improve stability, then stability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple holding means are merged into a single adjustable holding element that can be positioned at different locations along the longitudinal axis. The support device includes an adjustable support element that can be positioned at different locations along the longitudinal axis of the support device, eliminating the need for multiple fixed holding means while maintaining stability for elongated objects of varying lengths
Solution Approach 2:
The holding element is made dynamically adjustable along the longitudinal axis rather than being fixed in multiple discrete positions. The adjustable support element can be continuously repositioned to accommodate different object lengths, providing adaptability without requiring multiple pre-configured holding positions
2Reliability
If locking means are provided on each holding means to allow firm fixation, then reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to time-consuming adjustments
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple locking mechanisms are merged into a single locking system that secures the adjustable support element at its selected position. The locking means is associated with the adjustable support element rather than requiring separate locking mechanisms at each potential holding position, reducing the number of operations needed while maintaining secure fixation
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable support element is designed to be positioned and then locked in a single sequential operation rather than requiring multiple separate positioning and locking actions. The user adjusts the support element to the desired position and then engages the locking means, completing the setup in one streamlined process
3Adaptability or versatility
If holding means are adjusted to accommodate different microphone lengths, then adaptability is improved, but time consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support device incorporates a dynamically adjustable support element that can be continuously repositioned along the longitudinal axis to accommodate elongated objects of any length within the device's range. This continuous adjustability eliminates the need to pre-configure multiple fixed positions for different object lengths
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable support element serves multiple functions: it can hold elongated objects of varying lengths, provide stable support through proper positioning, and be quickly reconfigured for different objects. This single multi-functional element replaces what would otherwise require multiple specialized holding positions
4Reliability
If locking means are firmly configured to prevent abrupt movements, then reliability is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in smooth locking/unlocking
Solution Approach 1:
The locking means incorporates an intermediary mechanism that mediates between the user's unlocking action and the release of the support element. This intermediary mechanism allows smooth, controlled unlocking without requiring excessive force, while still maintaining firm locking when engaged, improving both ease of operation and reliability
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a stable, easy-to-assemble mount that securely holds elongated objects of varying lengths, minimizing tilting and abrupt movements, and allows for quick adjustment and replacement of holding elements.
Implementation Method 1
an actuating device coupled to the adjusting element and to the support element and arranged for being actuated for moving the adjusting element along a translation direction in relation to the support element and to the actuating device
Data Source
AI summary
A mount device (1) for supporting objects (100) comprises a support device (10) and at least an holding element (20) coupled to the support device (10) and configured for holding said object (100), the support device (10) comprising at least a support element (4, 5), an adjusting element (3) and an actuating device (50) coupled to adjusting element (3) and arranged for being actuated for moving the adjusting element (3) along a translation direction (F) in relation to the support element (2) and to the actuating device, the adjusting element (3) and the support element (4, 5) being provided with pushing element arranged for moving the adjusting device and/or the support element along a clamp direction (F1) closer or farther one from another so that by translating the adjusting element along the translation direction (F) the width of the support device along the clamp direction (F1) is adjusted.