Adjustable Camera Mounting Apparatus with Planetary Gear Actuation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing camera mounting apparatuses cannot flexibly fix camera apparatuses of varying heights, as they are limited in adjusting to arbitrary positions, particularly for slim-type and strengthened camera designs.
Innovation Solution
A mounting apparatus comprising a first frame, a second frame, an interconnecting member, a mounting member, and a moving unit that allows the mounting member to be fixed at any desired position, utilizing a screw member system with planetary gears and a regulation member for precise height adjustment and stabilization.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a slide portion is drawn down from the mounting position to a predetermined position, then the camera can be positioned lower, but the slide portion cannot be fixed to an arbitrarily desired position
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting member is designed to be movable between the first frame and second frame along a linear path, transitioning from a fixed predetermined position to an arbitrarily adjustable position. The moving unit enables dynamic repositioning while the regulation member provides static fixation at desired locations, combining both mobility and stability.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting apparatus is designed to accommodate multiple types of camera apparatuses with different heights (slim-type and strengthened type) using a single universal structure. The adjustable mounting member can be positioned at arbitrary locations to suit different camera dimensions, eliminating the need for multiple specialized mounting devices.
2Reliability
If the interposition blade portion interposes the ceiling piece between the interposition blade portion and the interposition base portion, then the mounting is secured, but the slide portion cannot be fixed at arbitrary positions
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting apparatus is divided into distinct functional segments: the interposition blade portion for securing the mounting to the ceiling, the movable mounting member for holding the camera, and the regulation member for fixing the mounting member at arbitrary positions. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently.
Solution Approach 2:
The regulation member acts as an intermediary between the movable mounting member and the first frame, enabling arbitrary position fixation without interfering with the securing function of the interposition blade portion. It mediates between the need for mobility and the need for stable fixation at desired locations.
3Device complexity
If a single mounting apparatus is used for various camera types, then device complexity is reduced, but the ability to fix at arbitrary positions is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting member is designed with dynamic positioning capability, allowing it to be moved to arbitrary positions between the first and second frames. This dynamic feature is integrated into a single universal mounting apparatus, avoiding the need for multiple specialized devices while maintaining full adjustability.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables flexible mounting of camera apparatuses at desired heights, expanding the application range by allowing adjustable imaging positions and preventing downward deviation, thus accommodating various camera types.
Implementation Method 1
a screw member (41), and a nut portion (31) provided in the mounting member (30) to be screwed to the screw member (41)
Implementation Method 2
a planetary gear (42), and an internal gear (43) that meshes with the planetary gear (42)
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AI summary
A mounting apparatus for a camera apparatus is provided to be mounted on a mounting surface of a construction to support the camera apparatus. The mounting apparatus includes a first frame, a second frame, an interconnecting member that interconnects the first frame and the second frame, a mounting member that is arranged between the first frame and the second frame, wherein the camera apparatus can be mounted on the mounting member, and a moving unit, configured to move the mounting member between the first frame and the second frame. The mounting member is fixable at an arbitrary position by the moving unit.