Door Lock Assembly With Fixed Interface for Modular Locking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing locking systems for closure elements, such as doors, are limited in variability due to the complexity of locking modules that require connection only to a rotatable interface, restricting the range of usable locking modules.
Innovation Solution
A locking system with a fixed interface on the main body, allowing connection of locking modules that require both a rotatable and fixed interface, expanding the range of usable modules to include casement-lock and latch-lock types, and enabling a releasable connection via mechanical interfaces with multiple points of connection, including screw-in domes for secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If locking modules are connected only to a rotatable interface on the actuating element, then the connection is simple and the actuating element can be rotated by hand, but the variability and range of usable locking modules is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The main body is designed with a fixed interface that can accommodate different types of locking modules (casement-lock, latch-lock, multi-point locking) through a standardized connection structure. This universal interface allows the same main body and actuating element to work with multiple locking module types, increasing system variability without requiring different actuating mechanisms for each module type.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking system is divided into separable components: the main body with fixed interface, the actuating element with rotatable interface, and the locking module with corresponding connection interfaces. This segmentation allows the locking module to be independently selected and replaced while maintaining connection to the standardized interfaces on the main body and actuating element, enabling customization without redesigning the entire system.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed interface is added to the main body for connection to locking modules, then the range of usable locking modules is expanded, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The fixed interface on the main body is designed as a universal mounting structure that can accommodate different locking module types through standardized connection points. This allows the same main body design to support various locking modules (casement-lock, latch-lock, multi-point locking) without requiring different main body configurations, thereby increasing adaptability while controlling complexity through standardization.
3Adaptability or versatility
If locking modules require connection to both rotatable and fixed interfaces, then more complex locking modules like latch-lock can be used, but the installation and removal process becomes more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The connection process is segmented into two independent steps: first connecting the locking module to the fixed interface on the main body, then connecting it to the rotatable interface on the actuating element. This segmentation allows each connection to be made separately and independently, simplifying the overall installation process while still requiring both connection points for full functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The fixed interface on the main body is pre-configured with mounting points and connection elements before the locking module is installed. This preliminary preparation of the mounting structure allows the locking module to be quickly attached to the fixed interface, reducing the overall installation time and complexity even though multiple connection points are required.
Data Source
AI summary
A locking system for locking a closure element, more particularly a door, having a main body, which rotatably receives an actuation element, for arrangement on one side of the closure element and having a locking module for arrangement on the opposite side of the closure element. The actuation element has an interface for connection to the locking module. The main body has a fixed interface for connection to the locking module; and depending on the type of locking module, same can only be connected to the co-rotating interface or to both interfaces. The disclosure also relates to a closure element having such a locking system, and a method for assembling a locking system.