Angled Lifting Arm Mechanism for Compact Height Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing height adjustment platforms are cumbersome and labor-intensive due to their complex structure and manual operation requirements, which limit their convenience and universality.
Innovation Solution
A height adjustment mechanism featuring a lifting arm with a driving mechanism and control switch, forming an angle θ, which reduces the operational space and effort required to adjust the height, utilizing a self-locking gas spring for efficient and precise height adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If a manual lifting mechanism is used to adjust the height of the top part, then the structure can be simple, but the operation becomes labor-intensive and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the traditional manual mechanical lifting mechanism with an electric motor-driven lifting mechanism. The motor automatically lifts the top part without requiring manual force, thereby maintaining structural simplicity while dramatically improving ease of operation. The motorized system eliminates the need for users to physically lift heavy components.
Solution Approach 2:
The lifting mechanism incorporates a self-locking feature that automatically maintains the top part at the desired height without requiring continuous manual intervention. The system serves itself by automatically locking into position, eliminating the need for users to constantly adjust or hold the position manually.
2Area of stationary object
If the lifting mechanism is directly hinged to the bottom part and top part, then the structure can be compact, but the top part must horizontally move a long distance during lifting requiring large operating space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediate linkage mechanism that changes the lifting motion from direct vertical movement to a combination of vertical and rotational movements through multiple dimensions. The linkage system allows the top part to be lifted by rotating the lifting arm, which converts the motion path into a more compact trajectory that reduces horizontal displacement while maintaining lifting functionality.
3Manufacturing precision
If position holes and position bolts are used for height adjustment, then the top part can be positioned at fixed heights, but the structure becomes complex and lifting height is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the static positioning system with fixed holes and bolts with a dynamic lifting mechanism driven by an electric motor. The motorized system allows continuous height adjustment without being constrained to fixed positions, eliminating the need for multiple position holes and bolts. This dynamic approach maintains positioning precision while reducing structural complexity and expanding the range of adjustable heights.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The mechanism simplifies the height adjustment process, reduces the operational space needed, and decreases the energy required to lift or move the platform, making it more convenient and universally applicable.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing a self-locking gas spring for efficient and precise height adjustment
Data Source
AI summary
A height adjustment mechanism is provided. The height adjustment mechanism includes a lifting arm, a driving mechanism configured to drive and lock the lifting arm, and a control switch configured to control the driving mechanism; the driving mechanism is coupled to the lifting arm, and an angle is formed between the driving mechanism and the lifting arm. A height adjustment platform and method is also provided. The height adjustment platform includes a first working table, a bottom bracket, a lifting arm, a driving mechanism configured to drive and lock the lifting arm, and a control switch configured to control the driving mechanism; two opposite ends of the lifting arms are separately coupled to the first working table and the bottom bracket, the driving mechanism is coupled to the lifting arm, and the angle is formed between the driving mechanism and the lifting arm.