Anti-Tip Bracket Assembly for Openable Window AC Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional window air conditioning units require the window sash to remain closed over the unit, preventing fresh air intake and allowing noise from the outdoor components to enter the room, and cannot be easily installed or adjusted to fit various window sizes.
Innovation Solution
An anti-tip bracket assembly that allows the window to be opened or closed by inserting brackets into the vertical side window tracks, providing support to the unit and preventing it from falling, while being adjustable to fit different window sizes and maintaining the unit's appearance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the window sash is closed over the air conditioning unit to secure the unit, then the unit stability is improved, but the window cannot be opened to allow fresh air intake and the noise from outdoor components enters the room
Solution Approach 1:
The support function is segmented from the window sash to a dedicated bracket system. The bracket is divided into a mounting portion attached to the unit and an engagement portion that interfaces with the window track, separating the security function from the window operation function.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket acts as an intermediary element between the air conditioning unit and the window structure. It transfers the support function to the window track without requiring the sash to contact or secure the unit, allowing the sash to move freely while the bracket maintains unit stability.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the window sash is closed over the air conditioning unit to secure the unit, then the unit stability is improved, but the noise from outdoor components including compressor and fan always enters the room
Solution Approach 1:
The support function is segmented from the window sash to a dedicated bracket system. The bracket is divided into a mounting portion attached to the unit and an engagement portion that interfaces with the window track, separating the security function from the window operation function.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket acts as an intermediary element between the air conditioning unit and the window structure. It transfers the support function to the window track without requiring the sash to contact or secure the unit, allowing the sash to move freely while the bracket maintains unit stability.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a rigid attachment flange is used to affix the unit to the window sash frame, then the unit stability is improved, but the window sash cannot be opened and the installation does not adapt to various window sizes
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket system transforms the static rigid flange connection into a dynamic adjustable system. The engagement portion can be positioned at different locations along the bracket body to accommodate different window track positions and window sizes, while maintaining stable support.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is designed as a universal support component that can adapt to various window sizes and configurations. By combining the fixed mounting portion with the adjustable engagement portion, a single bracket design serves multiple window installation scenarios.
4Stability of the object's composition
If the unit is rigidly attached to the window sash frame, then the unit stability is improved, but the window sash structure may be damaged
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket acts as an intermediary element between the air conditioning unit and the window structure. It transfers the support function to the window track without requiring the sash to contact or secure the unit, allowing the sash to move freely while the bracket maintains unit stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The support and security function is extracted from the window sash itself and transferred to a separate bracket system that interfaces with the window track. This removes the load and potential damage risk from the sash structure while maintaining unit stability.
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AI summary
An anti-tip bracket assembly for a window air conditioning unit is disclosed, and more particularly, an anti-tip bracket assembly that pertains to securing a window air conditioning unit within a window assembly while allowing a user to open and close the window assembly in a safe and convenient manner is disclosed.