Effect Sheet Mounting Assembly for Fast Stage Light Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing loose-leaf effect sheets in stage lighting are difficult to install, prone to damage during replacement, and require significant time and resources for disassembly and assembly, leading to high production and maintenance costs.
Innovation Solution
An effect device with an annular frame and fixing assemblies using elastic elements and insertion pins for easy and stable mounting of effect sheets, allowing rapid disassembly and assembly, and a driving mechanism for rotating the sheets to enhance lighting effects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fixed installation method is used for effect sheets, then the sheets can be securely fixed in the light fixture, but the installation process becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing assembly is divided into separate components: a first insertion pin that passes through the effect sheet and an annular frame, and a second insertion pin that connects to a center shaft. This segmentation allows for quick plug-in installation while maintaining secure fixation, resolving the contradiction between reliable fixing and rapid installation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If effect sheets are frequently replaced, then different lighting effects can be achieved, but the sheets are easily damaged during the replacement process
Solution Approach 1:
The effect sheet is segmented from the fixing mechanism, allowing it to be easily removed and replaced without damaging the sheet itself. The separate insertion pins and elastic element design enables simple plug-in/plug-out operation that protects the sheet from damage during frequent replacements.
Solution Approach 2:
The first insertion pin acts as an intermediary between the effect sheet and the annular frame, providing a protective interface during installation and removal. This intermediary component prevents direct contact and potential damage between the sheet and the frame structure.
3Stability of the object's composition
If a secure fixing mechanism is used for effect sheets, then the sheets remain stable during operation, but the disassembly and assembly process becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The fixing mechanism is segmented into simple, modular components that can be independently assembled and disassembled. The first insertion pin with elastic element and the second insertion pin with center shaft form separate, easy-to-handle units that maintain stability when assembled but simplify the disassembly process.
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic element automatically provides clamping force to secure the first insertion pin in place, eliminating the need for additional fastening mechanisms. This self-service feature maintains stable fixation without adding complexity to the assembly process.
4Device complexity
If traditional fixed installation methods are used, then the structure remains simple, but production and maintenance costs increase due to time consumption
Solution Approach 1:
The segmented fixing assembly with separate insertion pins and elastic element uses simple, easily manufactured components. This segmentation allows for efficient production and assembly while reducing maintenance costs through easy replacement, resolving the contradiction between structural simplicity and manufacturing ease.
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 and damage-free installation of effect sheets, reduces production and maintenance costs, and provides flexible and stable mounting with enhanced lighting effects through rotating sheets.
Implementation Method 1
The first insertion pin is sleeved with an elastic element and an end portion of the first insertion pin penetrates through a mounting hole in the annular frame. One end of the elastic element abuts against the first protruding portion, and the other end of the elastic element abuts against an inner side wall of the annular frame.
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AI summary
An effect device easy to mount includes an annular frame, effect sheets and fixing assemblies for pivoting the effect sheets in the annular frame. The fixing assembly has a first insertion pin and a second insertion pin respectively mounted at two ends of the effect sheets and used for pivoting. The first insertion pin is sleeved with an elastic element and an end portion of the first insertion pin penetrates through a mounting hole in the annular frame. A first protruding portion protrudes out of an end, close to the effect sheets, of the first insertion pin; one end of the elastic element abuts against the first protruding portion, and the other end of the elastic element abuts against an inner side wall of the annular frame; and the second insertion pin is fixed in a pivoting mode. In a process of replacing and disassembling and assembling the effect sheets, due to tension of the elastic element sleeved on the first insertion pin, just by compressing the elastic element, room for disassembling and assembling the second insertion pin can be made, therefore the effect sheets can be easily and rapidly disassembled and assembled, time for disassembling and assembling the effect sheets is greatly shortened, disassembling and assembling steps are simple, damage to the effect sheets in the disassembling and assembling process is relieved, and low producing and maintaining costs are achieved.