Body Microphone Strap Rig for Self-Securement and Noise Reduction
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing body microphones require assistance for securement, leading to unwanted touching and sound interference from loose cable wires.
Innovation Solution
A self-attachable microphone and transmitter rig with an elongated strap, fastener, and non-slip surface to minimize cable movement and sound interference.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a body microphone is secured firmly to the actor by sound technicians or stagehands, then the microphone is securely positioned to capture sound, but the actor experiences unwanted touching and discomfort, and the process requires assistance
Solution Approach 1:
The body microphone rig is designed with an elongated strap featuring a fastener that allows the actor to secure the microphone to their own body without assistance from sound technicians or stagehands, enabling self-service and eliminating unwanted touching
Solution Approach 2:
The securement system is divided into separate functional components: an elongated strap for wrapping around the body, a fastener for securing the strap, a clip for attaching the microphone, and a non-slip surface for preventing movement. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently while working together as a complete self-securement system
2Device complexity
If the transmitter and body microphone are connected by a loose or dangling cable wire, then the connection is simple and flexible, but the cable wire moves when the actor's body changes position, causing sound interference through static, noise, or microphone movement
Solution Approach 1:
The transmitter and microphone are merged into a single integrated unit through the elongated strap that wraps around both components. This combination prevents the cable wire from dangling loosely and moving independently, eliminating sound interference while maintaining simple connectivity
Solution Approach 2:
The elongated strap acts as a flexible connecting element that binds the transmitter and microphone together. This flexible strap allows natural body movement while preventing the cable wire from moving independently, thus avoiding static and noise generation
3Adaptability or versatility
If the microphone and transmitter are handled as separate components, then the rigging process requires more time and assistance, but the components can be adjusted independently
Solution Approach 1:
The transmitter and microphone are combined into a single pre-assembled unit using the elongated strap, allowing the actor to rig both components simultaneously in one quick action rather than separately, significantly reducing rigging time while maintaining adjustability through the fastener mechanism
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
Enables self-securement of the microphone, reducing sound interference and eliminating unnecessary staff interaction.
Implementation Method 1
a non-slip surface affixed is affixed at the second end on the first surface
Data Source
AI summary
A microphone and transmitter rig includes an elongated strap. The strap has a first surface, a second surface, a first end, and a second end. On the first surface, a fastener is attached at the first end and a non-slip surface is attached at the second end. On the second surface, a clip is attached near the second end. The strap clips to a microphone and wraps around the microphone and a transmitter. The rig reduces sound interference and simplifies placement.