Flanged Bracket Mounting for Single-Handed Component Fixing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting systems for technical components, such as telecommunication devices and lighting fixtures, are cumbersome and often require two installers to securely attach large or heavy components to surfaces, as they necessitate handling multiple elements and locking mechanisms, making the process inefficient and labor-intensive.
Innovation Solution
A C-shaped bracket system with flanged openings and a coupling unit comprising a screw, flexible washer, and support washer, where the flexible washer is positioned between the support washer and the bracket arm, preventing screw slippage, allowing for assembled delivery and single-handed installation by enabling the component to be rotated and fixed without additional assistance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional mounting systems with multiple separate elements and locking mechanisms are used, then the technical component can be securely fixed to the mounting surface, but the installation process becomes cumbersome and requires two installers simultaneously
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple separate mounting elements (bracket, locking mechanism, and fixing components) into a single pre-assembled unit. The bracket includes integrated slots and locking features that work together as one cohesive assembly, eliminating the need for multiple separate parts and reducing the complexity of the installation process while maintaining secure fixation.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is pre-assembled at the factory with all necessary components (bracket, slots, locking mechanisms) already in place. This preliminary assembly allows the installer to simply attach the pre-prepared unit to the component and mounting surface without needing to handle multiple separate elements during installation, enabling single-person installation while ensuring proper assembly.
2Reliability
If traditional mounting systems require handling multiple separate elements and locking mechanisms, then secure connection is achieved, but installation time and labor effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple connection elements are merged into a single integrated bracket assembly that includes the mounting bracket, positioning slots, and locking features. This consolidation reduces the number of separate components that need to be handled and installed, significantly improving installation efficiency while maintaining secure connection through the integrated design.
Solution Approach 2:
The complete mounting assembly is pre-configured at the factory with all necessary components properly positioned and prepared. This preliminary preparation eliminates the time-consuming process of assembling multiple separate elements during installation, allowing for quick and efficient installation while ensuring reliable connection through the pre-engineered design.
3Adaptability or versatility
If C-shaped bracket with slot-shaped recesses and multiple washers is used, then adjustable positioning is achieved, but the fixing operation becomes troublesome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning slots and locking mechanisms are merged into a single integrated bracket design. The slots provide adjustable positioning capability while the integrated locking features allow for quick securing without requiring multiple separate washers and nuts, reducing the time required for the fixing operation while maintaining adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is pre-configured with positioning slots at various positions to accommodate different mounting requirements. The locking mechanisms are pre-installed and prepared, allowing the installer to quickly select the desired position and secure it without needing to assemble multiple components during the fixing operation, thereby reducing time loss.
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AI summary
The present invention is a mounting system for a technical component, for example a lighting fixture to a mounting surface. The mounting system consists of a bracket (1) fixed to the mounting surface and fasteners coupling the arms of the bracket (13) with the technical component (2), characterised in that each arm (13) of the bracket (1) has a hole (14) with a flange (15), and the body of the technical component (2) has slots (21) for flanges (14). The bottom of each slot (21) has a cylindrical, threaded hole (22) with a chamfered inlet edge (23), aligned with the flange inserted into the slot (14), where a screw (31) of the coupling unit (3) is inserted to connect the body of a technical component (2) to the bracket (1) arm (13).