Adjustable Clamp Fixture for Pegboard Workbench Mounting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional workbenches lack the ability to securely affix pegboards of varying sizes and dimensions, as they do not have built-in fixtures to accommodate different panel sizes and workbench dimensions.

Innovation Solution

A clamp fixture assembly with adjustable clamps that can be affixed to workbenches of various dimensions, allowing for the secure attachment of pegboards of different sizes by using a combination of lower, middle, and upper clamps with biasing members such as springs or weights to ensure stability and adjustability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional workbenches are used without built-in fixtures, then the workbench structure remains simple and cost-effective, but the ability to securely affix pegboards of varying sizes is lost

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to affix pegboardsVSAvoidworkbench structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The clamp fixture is divided into multiple independent clamps (first clamp, second clamp, third clamp) that can be adjusted separately. Each clamp can be positioned independently to accommodate different pegboard sizes and workbench dimensions, providing versatility without requiring a completely complex integrated system.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The clamp fixture incorporates adjustable and movable components that allow dynamic adaptation to different configurations. The clamps can be repositioned along the fixture body, and the entire fixture can be adjusted to fit various workbench sizes, enabling the same fixture to serve multiple purposes across different scenarios.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If fixed-size clamps are used, then the clamp structure is simple, but the ability to accommodate different panel sizes and workbench dimensions is limited

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveaccommodation of panel sizesVSAvoidclamp structure

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The clamp fixture is designed as a universal system that can accommodate multiple pegboard sizes and workbench dimensions. The combination of adjustable clamps and configurable positioning allows a single fixture design to serve multiple functions across different application scenarios, from small to large panels.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The clamp fixture utilizes adjustable parameters including clamp position, clamp pressure, and fixture dimensions to adapt to different pegboard sizes and workbench configurations. By changing these parameters rather than the fundamental structure, the fixture maintains simplicity while achieving versatility.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

3Adaptability or versatility

If multiple clamps are used to hold different panel sizes, then the adaptability increases, but the device complexity and number of components increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improverange of panel sizesVSAvoidnumber of components

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple clamps are merged into a single integrated fixture assembly that functions as one cohesive unit. The first, second, and third clamps are combined with positioning mechanisms and mounting structures to create a unified system that handles multiple panel sizes without requiring separate fixtures for each size category.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The clamp structure employs nested components where smaller clamp elements are positioned within or alongside larger structural elements. This nesting approach allows multiple clamps to be integrated into a compact fixture assembly, reducing the overall space and complexity while maintaining the ability to accommodate various panel sizes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

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 clamp fixture assembly provides a reliable and adjustable means to mount pegboards of various lengths and workbenches of different heights, ensuring stable support for accessories while accommodating a range of panel and workbench sizes.

Implementation Method 1

the biasing member may be one of a spring and a weight

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectSpring: Spring

Implementation Method 2

the biasing member may be one of a spring and a weight

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectGravitation: Gravitation

Data Source

PatentUS10113574B1Workbench panel holder clamp fixture and system

Publication Date: 2018.10.30 BILETH JEFFREY A

AI summary

A clamp fixture for affixing a panel to a workbench, the clamp fixture comprising a lower fixture portion that adjustably mates with an upper fixture portion and a lower end portion. The upper fixture portion comprises an upper end portion. A lower clamp is disposed on the lower end portion. The lower clamp is operable to engage a bottom area of a workbench. A middle clamp is disposed on the upper fixture portion. The middle clamp is operable to engage a top area of the workbench. An upper clamp is disposed on the upper end portion. The lower clamp and the middle clamp are adjustably separable relative to each other via the lower fixture portion to affix the clamp fixture to the workbench. The middle clamp and the upper clamp are configured to hold a panel there between.