Elastic Fitting Insert for Panel Adjustment and Removal
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fitting devices for panels or similar articles lack ease of installation, adjustment, and removal, often requiring precise positioning and stable but difficult dismantling, with limited flexibility and adjustment capabilities, especially in applications like interior house or ship coating where panel dimensions need to match the structure.
Innovation Solution
A fitting device comprising two cylindrical elements with a flange and a securing plate, where the second element has an elastic fitting insert that can adjust laterally within a securing plate, allowing precise positioning and easy adjustment during and after fitting, and can be easily disassembled by reversing the pressure applied during assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If removable means like nails or glues are used to fit panels to a fixed structure, then the press is stable, but the panel becomes difficult to remove once applied
Solution Approach 1:
The fitting device is divided into two separate elements: a first fitting element that attaches to the fixed structure and a second fitting element that attaches to the panel. These elements can be independently applied and removed, allowing the panel to be stable when fitted while still enabling easy removal by detaching the second element without damaging the panel or structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The fitting device transitions from a static, permanent connection (nails or glues) to a dynamic, reversible connection. The pressure-applying mechanism allows the fitting elements to be securely attached during use but easily separated when needed, providing both stability during operation and ease of removal when required.
2Strength
If traditional fitting devices are used to ensure good stability between sides, then the parts are firmly fitted, but the device does not allow easy and fast dismantling and removing
Solution Approach 1:
The fitting device employs a dynamic connection mechanism that can transition between a firmly fitted state and an easily separated state. The pressure-applying design ensures strong attachment during use, while the reversible nature allows rapid dismantling by simply reversing the pressure application, significantly reducing the time required for removal compared to traditional permanent fittings.
Solution Approach 2:
The fitting device is designed to be self-securing through pressure application and self-releasing through pressure reversal. The elastic element automatically maintains the firm connection without additional fastening steps, and the same mechanism automatically releases the connection when pressure is reversed, eliminating the need for tools or complex dismantling procedures.
3Stability of the object's composition
If traditional fitting devices are used, then the parts are securely fitted, but the device does not allow adjustments or locating movements between the sides during and after fitting
Solution Approach 1:
The fitting device provides a dynamic connection that maintains security during fitting while allowing adjustments and locating movements. The pressure-applying mechanism secures the parts firmly once positioned, but the reversible nature allows for positioning adjustments before final securing, and even limited movements after fitting if needed, providing both stability and adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows preliminary positioning and adjustment of the panel before final securing. The first fitting element can be attached to the fixed structure first, allowing the panel to be positioned and adjusted to the correct location and orientation, and then the second fitting element is applied to complete the secure fitting, ensuring both adaptability during installation and security in the final position.
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
Enables fast, efficient, and stable fitting and adjustment of panels without the need for glues or special tools, allowing for precise positioning and easy removal, reducing installation time and improving convenience in covering large surfaces.
Implementation Method 1
said fitting insert (22) is able to slide laterally along said securing plate (21) thanks to a certain existing slack (G) between said fitting insert (22) and said securing plate (21)
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AI summary
The invention regards a fitting device particularly suitable to fit panels and realize coatings with such articles, comprising a first (11) and a second fitting element (12) that are needed to be fitted to respective parts (A, B) that need to be fitted, and to be then coupled by pressure to fit them, where the second fitting element (12) comprises an elastic fitting insert (22) which turn to be designed to be inserted and elastically blocked in a cavity (17) of the first fitting element (11) and where such clastic; fitting insert (22) is retained with a certain slack (G) on a securing plate (21) of the second fitting element (12), so that it is free to move laterally and therefore to allow limited movement relative to the adjustment and/or positioning (12) between the parts (A,B), during and after the fitting operation. A possible disassebbly of the parts A and B is possible, as much easy, by applying on the elements 11 and 12 of the fitting device 10 a strength, such as to separate them, with opposite direction compared to the the pressure applied during the fitting phase.