Adjustable Canopy Overhang Rod Locking Structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional canopies lack flexibility in adjusting the stretched length of the canopy, as they cannot be adjusted, and thus the use of the canopy is not flexible enough.
Innovation Solution
A canopy with a frame that allows the rods to be adjusted according to the canopy is unfolded, and is relatively flexible to use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the eave rods are fixed to stretch out with the canopy frame, then the canopy structure is simple, but the canopy cannot be adjusted after unfolding, reducing flexibility
Solution Approach 1:
The overhanging rods are designed to be movable rather than fixed, allowing them to slide along the top frame. This dynamic design enables the rods to be adjusted to different positions after the canopy is unfolded, transforming the static structure into an adaptable system that can respond to different usage needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking device is divided into separate components: a locking member on the overhanging rod, a locking portion with protrusion and locking hole, and an elastic member. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently while working together to achieve the overall locking and adjusting capability.
2Ease of operation
If the overhanging rods can be adjusted after unfolding, then the flexibility of use is improved, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic member automatically pushes the locking portion to engage with the top frame when the overhanging rod is positioned, and automatically releases when needed. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for complex manual locking operations, making the system easy to operate despite having multiple components.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking member acts as an intermediary between the overhanging rod and the top frame, facilitating the connection and disconnection operations. This intermediary component simplifies the interaction between the user and the system by providing a dedicated interface for locking and unlocking operations.
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 canopy can adjust the overhanging rods according to the needs of use after the canopy is unfolded, providing more flexibility and convenience in use.
Implementation Method 1
the locking member is elastic or is connected with an elastic member to enable the locking portion to engage with the top frame
Implementation Method 2
the locking portion comprises a protrusion, and the overhanging rod or the top frame is provided with a locking hole for the protrusion to inserted in
Data Source
AI summary
A canopy is provided. The canopy includes a canopy frame having an unfolded state, and the canopy frame comprises a top rod and overhanging rods. The overhanging rods are slidably arranged on the top frame, and each overhanging rod has a retracted position and at least one stretched position when the canopy frame is in the unfolded state. The canopy further comprises locking devices arranged between the top frame and the overhanging rods, and each locking device has a locked state capable of locking one of the overhanging rods in the stretched position and an unlocked state of releasing the overhanging rod, at least when the canopy frame is in the unfolded state. The overhanging rods can be adjusted according to the needs of use after the canopy is unfolded, and is relatively flexible to use.