Camera Stabilizer Signal Routing for Balanced Pendulum Arms
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional camera stabilization apparatuses face challenges in transmitting multiple types of operating signals between the camera and counterweight, leading to increased weight and compromised weight distribution, making manual handling and precise positioning difficult.
Innovation Solution
A camera stabilization apparatus with a signal concentration device that transmits at least two different types of operating signals via a common transmission path, reducing the need for multiple cable connections and minimizing weight and weight distribution issues.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple individual cable connections are provided for transmitting different types of operating signals, then the transmission of operating signals is ensured, but the weight of the camera stabilization apparatus increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple individual cable connections into a single bundled cable assembly that transmits multiple types of operating signals (image data, audio data, control signals) simultaneously. This merging approach reduces the overall weight compared to using separate cables for each signal type, while maintaining reliable transmission of all necessary signals between the camera and counterweight.
Solution Approach 2:
The bundled cable assembly serves multiple functions by simultaneously transmitting different types of operating signals through a single structural unit. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate dedicated cables for each signal type, reducing weight while ensuring comprehensive signal transmission coverage.
2Reliability
If multiple individual cable connections are provided for transmitting different types of operating signals, then the transmission of operating signals is ensured, but the weight distribution of the camera stabilization apparatus is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
By merging multiple signal transmission functions into a single bundled cable assembly, the patent achieves more uniform weight distribution along the pendulum arm. The centralized cable bundle creates a predictable weight profile that maintains the intended center of gravity position, unlike multiple separate cables that would create scattered weight points and disrupt balance.
3Reliability
If multiple individual cable connections are provided, then comprehensive signal transmission is achieved, but the complexity of the apparatus increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple cable connections into a single integrated bundled cable assembly, significantly reducing the complexity of cable management. This single bundle is easier to route, connect, and maintain compared to managing multiple separate cables, while still providing comprehensive signal transmission capabilities for all operating signals.
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 solution allows for efficient transmission of various signals, such as image, audio, and control signals, while reducing the overall weight and improving weight distribution, enabling more precise and comfortable camera positioning.
Implementation Method 1
The functional element at the second end of the pendulum arm may form a counterweight to the associated camera, so that the center of gravity of the camera stabilization apparatus may be moved at least approximately to the center of the pendulum arm
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AI summary
A camera stabilization apparatus comprises a pendulum arm extending from a first end to a second end, the pendulum arm comprising a camera holding device at the first end for holding an associated camera and a functional element holding device at the second end for holding an associated functional element. The camera stabilization apparatus further comprises a signal concentration device configured to transmit, via a common transmission path, at least two different types of operating signals between the first end and the second end of the pendulum arm.