Binocular Adaptor Assembly With Spring-Loaded Clamp Lock
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current binocular tripod adapters are cumbersome to install and often lack a locking mechanism, making it difficult to securely attach binoculars to a stand, especially when viewing distant objects.
Innovation Solution
A binocular adaptor system featuring an adaptor body with a clamp and lock pin mechanism that allows quick and secure attachment to a stand, utilizing a spring for alignment and a lock sleeve for secure locking, enabling easy attachment and detachment of binoculars.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a traditional binocular tripod adaptor is used, then the binoculars can be mounted to a stand, but the installation process is cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor is divided into separate components: a body with a clamp mechanism and a locking component. The clamp can be independently adjusted and positioned, while the locking component secures the binoculars in place. This segmentation allows for quicker installation as each component can be engaged separately rather than requiring complex assembly of a monolithic structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The clamp mechanism incorporates dynamic elements that allow for quick adjustment and release. The locking component can be rapidly engaged or disengaged, enabling the adaptor to transition between locked and unlocked states efficiently. This dynamic design eliminates the need for time-consuming manual assembly or adjustment procedures.
2Reliability
If a traditional binocular tripod adaptor is used, then the binoculars can be attached to a stand, but the locking mechanism is insufficient or non-existent making the attachment insecure
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is designed to be self-securing through a simple engagement system. Once the binoculars are positioned in the clamp, the locking component automatically secures them in place through a straightforward locking action. This self-service approach ensures reliable attachment without requiring complex multi-step locking procedures or additional tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking function is extracted as a separate, dedicated component rather than being integrated into a complex overall mechanism. This isolated locking component can be designed for maximum simplicity while maintaining high reliability, as it performs only the single function of securing the binoculars without the complexity of coordinating multiple moving parts.
3Reliability
If a secure locking mechanism is added to the adaptor, then the binoculars can be securely attached, but the adaptor becomes more complex and harder to operate
Solution Approach 1:
The locking component is merged with the clamp structure in a way that creates a unified, intuitive operation. The locking action is combined with the clamping motion, allowing the user to secure the binoculars through a single coordinated movement rather than separate complex procedures. This merging maintains simplicity while ensuring secure attachment.
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 system provides a quick and secure method to attach binoculars to a stand, minimizing shaking and ensuring stable viewing by using a spring-loaded clamp and lock pin mechanism, allowing for easy installation and secure locking.
Implementation Method 1
A spring is configured between an insert end of the clamp and the adaptor body and may be configured in a spring cavity of the adaptor body to provide an ejecting force or force against the insertion of the clamp into the clamp aperture of the adaptor body
Data Source
AI summary
A binocular adaptor system enables quick and secure attachment of binoculars to a stand, such as a tripod stand. The binocular adaptor assembly utilizes an adaptor body that has a stand end for coupling with a stand and a clamp end for receiving a clamp. The clamp is configured to extend into a clamp aperture in the adaptor body and has a clamp pin aperture to receive a lock pin. A spring is configured between an insert end of the clamp and the adaptor body to provide a force against the insert end of the clamp. When a lock pin is inserted into the clamp aperture, the spring engages a lock stop of the clamp with an insert lock portion of the lock pin to secure the lock pin in place. A lock sleeve can then be tightened to prevent pressing of the button.