Cymbal Holding Structure With Self-Adjusting Pressing Part
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cymbal holding devices require frequent adjustments of the distance between the holding device and the cymbal stand to reproduce the correct form and force, making it difficult to consistently hold and swing the cymbal as intended.
Innovation Solution
A holding structure for a cymbal that includes a cymbal stand with a rod and a supporting part, featuring an engaging part, an adjusting part, and a pressing part. The engaging part is immovable in the lengthwise direction, while the adjusting part is movable relative to the engaging part, with a sliding surface that allows for precise adjustment of the distance between the holding device and the supporting part, using threads to generate friction and maintain the desired positional relationship.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the female thread of the clamp jaw is configured to mesh with the male thread of the stand, then the holding device can be attached to the stand, but the distance between the holding device and the supporting part cannot be consistently reproduced
Solution Approach 1:
The holding device is divided into three functional segments: an engaging part for attachment to the rod, an adjusting part for position adjustment, and a pressing part for maintaining the adjusted position. This segmentation allows each part to perform its specific function independently, ensuring both reliable attachment and consistent distance reproduction.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjusting part acts as an intermediary between the engaging part and the supporting part. It includes a sliding surface that interfaces with the engaging part, enabling precise adjustment of the distance while maintaining the attachment relationship. This intermediary component resolves the contradiction by providing a mechanism for consistent position reproduction without compromising attachment reliability.
2Manufacturing precision
If the distance between the holding device and the supporting part is adjusted every time the holding device is attached to the stand, then the form in which the cymbal is held can be reproduced, but the operation becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The pressing part performs the preliminary action of pressing the sliding surface against the engaging part during attachment, which pre-establishes the correct distance relationship before the cymbal is clamped. This preliminary positioning action eliminates the need for subsequent adjustments, making the operation simple while maintaining precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The holding device is designed to be self-adjusting through the pressing part and sliding surface mechanism. When the holding device is attached to the stand, the pressing part automatically positions the adjusting part at the correct distance, eliminating the need for manual adjustment by the operator. This self-service capability maintains precision while greatly simplifying the attachment operation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the adjusting part is made movable relative to the engaging part, then the distance can be adjusted, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The adjusting part is extracted as a separate, movable component from the engaging part, allowing independent adjustment of the distance without affecting the attachment function. This extraction provides adaptability while keeping the overall structure relatively simple, as the adjusting part can be easily integrated into the existing design framework.
Solution Approach 2:
The adjusting part is designed with dynamic characteristics, allowing it to move relative to the engaging part during attachment and operation. This dynamic capability enables distance adjustment while the pressing part ensures the adjusted position is maintained. The dynamic design provides versatility without significantly increasing structural complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy reproduction of the cymbal's form and force, allowing for consistent attachment and detachment without unwanted changes, ensuring precise holding and swinging performance.
Implementation Method 1
The adjusting part includes a sliding surface that is in contact with the engaging part, the sliding surface being configured to slide relative to the engaging part when the adjusting part moves relative to the engaging part. The pressing part is configured to suppress movement of the adjusting part, in the lengthwise direction of the rod, relative to the engaging part by pressing the sliding surface of the adjusting part against the engaging part.
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AI summary
A holding structure for a cymbal includes a cymbal stand that includes: a rod configured to be insertable through a cymbal; and a supporting part that is provided on the rod, the supporting part being configured to support the cymbal through which the rod is inserted. The holding structure further includes a holding device attachable to the rod, the holding device being configured to clamp the cymbal between the holding device and the supporting part supporting the cymbal. The holding device includes: an engaging part including an opening in which the rod is arranged in a state where the holding device is attached to the rod, the engaging part being configured to be engaged to the rod in a state of being immovable in a lengthwise direction of the rod; an adjusting part attached to the engaging part.