Adjustable Plate With Alignment Slots For Rotational Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional mounting systems are rigid and fail to facilitate proper attachment and sufficient adjustment of accessories or fixtures to the mounting system while it is mounted to a surface, lacking convenience and efficiency in securing and positioning.
Innovation Solution
The development of an adjustable mounting system with a central aperture and alignment slots, allowing for rotational adjustment and secure attachment of fixtures, featuring a slotted electrical communication opening and threaded components for secure coupling with fixtures and surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional rigid mounting systems are used, then structural stability is maintained, but adjustment flexibility and ease of operation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system transitions from a fixed rigid structure to a dynamic adjustable system. The plate incorporates multiple slots (central slot, peripheral slots, and alignment slots) that enable the mounted object to be positioned at various locations and orientations. Fasteners can be inserted into different slot positions to achieve adjustable positioning while maintaining secure attachment, thus providing both flexibility and stability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If traditional mounting systems are used, then simple structure is maintained, but attachment functionality and adaptability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The plate serves multiple functions within a single component: it provides mounting attachment points through various slots, enables electrical communication through the slotted opening, allows for alignment through dedicated alignment slots, and supports rotational adjustment. This multi-functional design increases adaptability without requiring multiple separate components, thus managing complexity while enhancing versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The plate is divided into multiple functional zones with different slot configurations. The central slot provides primary attachment, peripheral slots offer additional positioning options, alignment slots ensure proper orientation, and the slotted electrical communication opening separates electrical connectivity from mechanical mounting. This segmentation allows each feature to be optimized independently while working together as a unified system.
3Productivity
If traditional mounting systems are used, then installation speed is maintained, but adjustment capability and user convenience deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The plate is pre-configured with multiple slots at predetermined positions and orientations during manufacturing. This preliminary arrangement of attachment points and alignment features allows for rapid installation and adjustment without requiring complex measurements or calculations during the mounting process. Users can quickly select appropriate slot positions based on their needs, significantly improving both installation speed and adjustment capability.
Data Source
AI summary
Mounting system, assemblies, and methods are shown and described. In one embodiment, the mounting system secures a light fixture about a surface in a rotational coupled position. The system may include an adjustable mount and an adjustable plate. The plate may include a central aperture and a plurality of alignment slots to allow the plate to be substantially rotational about said mount in said coupled position.