Cup Embedded Hinge Position Adjustment Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cup embedded type hinge devices with position adjustment functions face difficulties in assembling and designing due to the limited shape of the cam component, which protrudes from the recess of the cup member, making it challenging to adjust the position of the door relative to the case without deepening the recess or restricting the cam's shape.
Innovation Solution
A cup embedded type hinge device with a position adjustment mechanism featuring first and second U-shaped position adjustment holders and corresponding cup position setting means, including a cam member or setscrews, that allows for flexible adjustment of the cup member's position relative to the hinge body without deepening the recess, enabling easy assembly and embedding of the arm member.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the cam component is disposed in the recess of the cup member to enable position adjustment, then the position adjustment function is achieved, but the cam shape is limited and assembly becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The position adjustment mechanism transitions from a two-dimensional layout within the recess to a three-dimensional arrangement utilizing the space between the cup member and position adjustment holder. The cam component is positioned in the gap rather than confined to the recess bottom, effectively using the vertical dimension to resolve the contradiction between achieving position adjustment and maintaining assembly ease.
Solution Approach 2:
The position adjustment mechanism is segmented into distinct components: the cam member, position adjustment holder, and cup member. By separating the cam from the recess bottom and positioning it in the gap, each component can be optimized independently - the cam shape is no longer constrained by recess geometry, and assembly is simplified through modular positioning.
2Shape
If the recess of the cup member is deepened to avoid interference with the link member, then the cam shape freedom is improved, but the cup member thickness increases
Solution Approach 1:
The cam component is extracted from the recess bottom and repositioned in the gap between the cup member and position adjustment holder. This extraction eliminates the need to deepen the recess, maintaining the original cup member thickness while granting complete freedom in cam shape design.
Solution Approach 2:
The position adjustment holder acts as an intermediary structure that provides mounting space for the cam member in the gap region. This intermediary element enables the cam to be positioned outside the recess, resolving the conflict between cam shape freedom and cup member thickness constraints.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If the cam component is positioned to avoid interference with the link member, then interference is prevented, but the position adjustment mechanism becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The position adjustment holder serves as an intermediary structure that spatially separates the cam member from the link member's path. This intermediary provides a mounting platform in the gap region, enabling interference-free operation while maintaining a simple, integrated position adjustment mechanism without additional complex components.
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 flexible positioning of the door relative to the case in multiple directions without restricting the cam's design, improving assembly workability and embedding the arm member without deepening the cup member, thus enhancing the hinge device's functionality and usability.
Implementation Method 1
first cup position setting means to set said U-shaped position adjustment holder and said cup member relatively in a predetermined position
Implementation Method 2
an arm member pivotally supported on said cup member by a pivotal pin; a hinge body pivotally connected to said arm member
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AI summary
A cup embedded type hinge device (10) with position adjustment function comprising a position adjustment mechanism (50) between a cup member (20) and an arm member (40) of a hinge body (30) including a U-shaped position adjustment holder (52) superposed on a recess (20R) of the cup member (20) through a gap (56) and a cam member (54) provided between the position adjustment holder (52) and the flange of the cup member to set the position of the cup member (20) relative to the position adjustment holder (52) and having a cam disk (54D) engaged into a circular hole (52MH) in the position adjustment holder (52) and an eccentric pin (54P) engaged into an elongated hole (20FH) in the flange of the cup member (20) whereby the position of the cup member (20) is set by rotation of the cam disk.