Camera Stand Locking Structure for Stable Anti-Theft Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional camera stands are either unstable and prone to theft due to weak magnetic forces or difficult to disassemble when secured with screws and nuts, lacking a balance between stability and ease of assembly/disassembly.
Innovation Solution
A stand design featuring a first connecting component with a chamber and fixing elements that secure with a second connecting component's insertion portion, utilizing a combination of compressive and magnetic forces for locking and unlocking, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly while maintaining stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If magnetic force is used to connect components, then ease of assembly and disassembly is improved, but stability and anti-theft capability deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The connecting component is divided into multiple parts: a first connecting component with fixing elements and a second connecting component with an insertion portion. This segmentation allows the fixing elements to be individually engaged with the insertion portion, providing both easy assembly through simple insertion and strong holding force through multiple engagement points, thereby resolving the contradiction between ease of operation and reliability.
2Reliability
If screw and nut connection is used, then stability and anti-theft capability are improved, but ease of assembly and disassembly deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the complex mechanical screw-and-nut fastening system with a simpler insertion-based mechanism. The fixing elements in the first connecting component engage with the insertion portion of the second connecting component through a straightforward insertion motion, eliminating the need for threading and tightening operations. This substitution maintains strong connection reliability while dramatically improving ease of assembly and disassembly.
3Reliability
If adhesive is used to fix components, then stability is improved, but ease of disassembly deteriorates and environmental harm increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chemical bonding mechanism of adhesives with a mechanical engagement system. The fixing elements and insertion portion create a reversible mechanical connection that provides stable attachment during use but allows for easy disassembly by simply removing the insertion portion. This eliminates the permanent bonding and environmental concerns associated with adhesive disposal while maintaining connection stability.
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 stand provides a stable and secure attachment for cameras while being easily assembled and disassembled, reducing the risk of theft and minimizing wear and vibration between components.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic component may be placed in the chamber. The elastic component may generate a compressive force to cause the fixing element to be secured between the insertion portion and an inner wall of the chamber
Implementation Method 2
a magnet may be placed in the second connecting component. The magnet may generate a magnetic force to cause the fixing element to be secured between the insertion portion and an inner wall of the chamber
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AI summary
A stand (100) is disclosed. The stand (100) may include a first connecting component and a second connecting component. The first connecting component may include at least one fixing element and a chamber. The chamber may have an opening. The second connecting component may include an insertion portion including at least one fixing element and a chamber. The chamber having an opening. When the insertion portion of the second connecting component is inserted, along an axis in an insertion direction, into the chamber through the opening, the fixing element in the first connecting component may work in pairs with the insertion portion to cause the first connecting component to be connected with the second connecting component.