Cymbal Mount Axial Adjuster for Fast Setup and Fine Tuning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cymbal mounting systems, particularly those using collars and threaded nuts, are cumbersome and time-consuming for assembly and disassembly, and lack the ability for fine axial positioning adjustments needed for tuning musical characteristics.
Innovation Solution
A position adjuster assembly that includes a first and second member with threaded portions, allowing for fine axial adjustments by rotating the members relative to a slip nut assembly, enabling precise tuning without unlocking the slip nut assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a collar and thumbscrew are used to mount the cymbal, then the assembly is simple in structure, but the assembly and disassembly process is time-consuming and cannot achieve fine axial positioning
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into two independent functional components: a slip nut assembly for rapid axial positioning and a threaded adjuster mechanism for fine-tuning. This segmentation allows each component to specialize in one function, enabling both quick assembly and precise positioning adjustment without compromise
Solution Approach 2:
The threaded adjuster mechanism acts as an intermediary between the slip nut assembly and the cymbal mounting hole. It provides a fine-adjustment interface that mediates between the coarse positioning of the slip nut and the precise positioning requirement, allowing incremental axial position changes through rotation
2Manufacturing precision
If a threaded nut is used to secure the cymbal, then fine axial positioning can be achieved, but the assembly and disassembly process becomes tedious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into two independent functional components: a slip nut assembly for rapid axial positioning and a threaded adjuster mechanism for fine-tuning. This segmentation allows each component to specialize in one function, enabling both quick assembly and precise positioning adjustment without compromise
Solution Approach 2:
The slip nut assembly performs the preliminary action of rapid axial positioning and coarse adjustment before the fine-tuning mechanism is engaged. This preliminary positioning reduces the range of adjustment needed by the threaded mechanism, making the overall process faster while maintaining precision
3Productivity
If the slip nut assembly is used for quick positioning, then assembly speed is improved, but the ability to fine-tune axial position is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system is divided into two independent functional components: a slip nut assembly for rapid axial positioning and a threaded adjuster mechanism for fine-tuning. This segmentation allows each component to specialize in one function, enabling both quick assembly and precise positioning adjustment without compromise
Solution Approach 2:
The slip nut assembly and threaded adjuster mechanism are merged into a single integrated mounting system where both components work together on the same cymbal. The slip nut provides quick positioning while the threaded adjuster provides fine-tuning, combining the advantages of both mechanisms in one system
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
Facilitates quick assembly and disassembly while allowing for precise axial positioning of musical cymbals, enhancing tuning capabilities and maintaining the desired sonic qualities over time.
Implementation Method 1
A first member (28) adapted to be mounted to the slip nut assembly (12) defines a central aperture (32) therein that is sized to receive the elongate member (18). The first member (28) also includes a threaded portion (34) that is substantially concentric with the central aperture (32). A second member (30) having a surface (70) adapted to abut a portion of the article (14) defines a central aperture (36) therein that is sized to receive the elongate member (18). The second member (30) also includes a threaded portion (38) that is substantially concentric with the central aperture (36) and threadably engagable with the threaded portion (34) of the first member (28) so that relative rotation between the first and second members changes an axial distance between the surface (70) of the second member (30) and the slip nut assembly (12)
Data Source
AI summary
A position adjuster for adjusting an axial position of an article mounted to an elongate member with a slip nut assembly includes a first member adapted to be mounted to the slip nut assembly. The first member defines a central aperture therein that is sized to receive the elongate member and also includes a threaded portion that is substantially concentric with the central aperture. A second member defines a central aperture therein that is sized to receive the elongate member. The second member also comprises a threaded portion that is substantially concentric with the central aperture and threadably engagable with the threaded portion of the first member so that relative rotation between the first and second members changes an axial distance between a surface of the second member and the slip nut assembly when the slip nut assembly is locked in the defined axial position along the elongate member.