Adjustable Window Protection Brackets for Damage-Free Frame Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing sun, insect, rodent, and pollen protection devices are inflexible, unstable, and complex to install, often causing damage to the panel element and limited in application range due to fixed connections.
Innovation Solution
A two-part bracket construction with adjustable mounting parts that adapt to different frame thicknesses, allowing for a detachable, damage-free connection and easy installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If a single-piece bracket with fixed connection is used, then the connection is simple to manufacture, but the bracket is inflexible and only suitable for certain frame thicknesses
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is divided into two separate parts: a first bracket part that remains attached to the surface element and a second bracket part that engages with the frame. This segmentation allows each part to be optimized independently and enables adjustment of the mounting space to accommodate different frame thicknesses while maintaining manufacturing simplicity.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket introduces adjustability through the engagement between the first and second bracket parts, allowing the mounting space to be dynamically adapted to different frame thicknesses. The second bracket part can be positioned at different locations along the adjustment direction to match various frame thickness requirements.
2Reliability
If a fixed connection between bracket and surface element is used, then the connection is stable, but it causes damage to the panel element and limits flexibility
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is segmented into a first part that connects to the surface element and a second part that connects to the frame, allowing the surface element to be detached and repositioned without damage. This segmentation enables flexible installation and removal while maintaining stable connections at both interfaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The first bracket part acts as an intermediary between the surface element and the second bracket part, providing a stable connection to the surface element while allowing flexible adjustment and detachment. This intermediary design protects the panel element from damage during installation and removal operations.
3Manufacturing precision
If a bracket designed for specific frame thickness is used, then the connection is precise, but it cannot adapt to other frame thicknesses
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket system provides dynamic adaptability through the adjustable engagement between bracket parts, allowing precise connection for various frame thicknesses. The second bracket part can be positioned at different locations to match the specific thickness requirements of different frames while maintaining connection precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket design achieves universality by accommodating multiple frame thicknesses through the adjustable mounting space. The same bracket system can be used with different frame thicknesses by adjusting the position of the second bracket part, eliminating the need for multiple bracket designs.
4Ease of operation
If traditional brackets are used, then the installation process is straightforward, but it results in complex installation procedures and undesirable movement
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is segmented into two parts that can be assembled and disassembled independently, simplifying the installation procedure. The first bracket part is attached to the surface element, and the second bracket part is engaged with the frame, allowing for easier installation and adjustment compared to monolithic brackets.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjustable design of the bracket reduces installation complexity by allowing the mounting space to be adapted to different frame thicknesses during the installation process. This dynamic adjustment capability simplifies the installation procedure and eliminates undesirable movement and noise.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a holder for fastening a surface element of a sun, insect, rodent, dust and/or pollen protection device to a frame of a window or a door, wherein the holder has a connecting region for connection to the surface element and wherein the holder forms a fastening space into which a section of the frame is to be inserted, wherein the holder has a two-part construction with a separate first holding part and a separate second holding part which, in the mounted position of the holder, engages with the first holding part, and the first holding part and the second holding part are designed to be adjustable relative to one another in an adjustment direction in order to adapt the fastening space to different frame thicknesses.