Adjustable Platform for Analytical Apparatus Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing multi-unit analytical apparatuses face challenges in precise horizontal and vertical adjustment due to non-planar mounting surfaces, requiring complex mechanisms for individual unit height adjustment and positioning, which complicates assembly and maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A method and platform system that allows for pre-adjustment of the platform height before mounting, enabling easier assembly and reducing positioning issues between modules, with a movable second platform on a first platform, using height-adjustable feet and bearing wheels for precise unit placement, and connecting elements for stabilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If height adjustment is performed on every individual unit after mounting, then proper positioning of each unit is achieved, but the complexity of assembly and maintenance increases
Solution Approach 1:
The platform is pre-adjusted to the correct height and level before any analytical units are mounted. This preliminary positioning action eliminates the need for complex individual unit adjustments later, as all units mount onto the already-positioned platform. The platform acts as a pre-positioned base that simplifies subsequent assembly operations.
2Reliability
If individual unit height adjustment mechanisms are implemented, then proper functioning of each unit is ensured, but the time required for assembly and maintenance increases
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning function is merged from individual unit level to platform level. Instead of each unit having its own adjustment mechanism, the platform collectively provides the height adjustment and leveling for all units. This consolidation reduces the number of adjustment operations from multiple individual unit adjustments to a single platform-level adjustment, significantly reducing assembly and maintenance time.
3Manufacturing precision
If complex positioning mechanisms are used for each unit, then precise horizontal and vertical adjustment is achieved, but the device becomes more difficult to maintain
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning and height adjustment functionality is extracted from the individual analytical units and placed onto the platform. This separation means that the complex adjustment mechanisms are now part of the platform rather than each unit. During maintenance, the platform can be adjusted independently without needing to disassemble or work on each individual unit, greatly simplifying maintenance operations.
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AI summary
A method for mounting and combination of an analytical apparatus with a platform for mounting such an apparatus comprising at least two units, and a first platform, a second platform movable on the first platform on which said apparatus is mounted is disclosed, said platform comprising at least one platform element, and multiple feet for placing the platform elements on a surface. The feet are individually adjustable in height.