Frame Hanging Guide with Leveling Bubble and Adjustable Arms
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for mounting rectangular frames on walls require numerous measurements to ensure proper orientation, as hooks on the wall must be positioned to align with non-linearly spaced attachment loops on the frame, leading to inefficiencies in achieving aesthetically pleasing configurations.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a crossbar with leveling bubble and adjustable vertical arms with knuckles and thumb screws, allowing for precise alignment and orientation of frames by sliding the arms perpendicular to the crossbar, enabling easy marking of hook positions on the wall for correct frame hanging.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional hook mounting methods are used, then frames can be mounted on walls, but numerous measurements are required to achieve proper orientation and alignment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a positioning device as an intermediary tool between the wall and the frame. This device includes a horizontal crossbar with vertical arms that have adjustable positioning members. The positioning members can be set to match the spacing and orientation of the attachment loops on the frame, eliminating the need for complex measurements. The device transfers the orientation information from the frame to the wall through its structured geometry, providing precise alignment without requiring multiple measurements.
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning device is prepared in advance with its vertical arms and positioning members configured to match the specific frame being mounted. The horizontal crossbar is leveled using a bubble level before the actual mounting process. By performing these alignment actions beforehand, the device eliminates the need for time-consuming measurements during the mounting process itself, significantly reducing the time required while maintaining high precision.
2Ease of operation
If hooks are positioned to match attachment loops, then the frame can be retained, but the edges of the frame may not be oriented horizontally and vertically
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning device serves as a mediator that decouples the relationship between hook positioning and frame orientation. The horizontal crossbar with its bubble level ensures that the reference line is truly horizontal, while the vertical arms provide true vertical references. The positioning members on the vertical arms can be adjusted to match the attachment loop positions on the frame, allowing the frame to be both easily retained and precisely oriented simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention adds a dimensional reference system by introducing a horizontal crossbar perpendicular to the vertical arms. This creates a two-dimensional coordinate system (horizontal and vertical references) that allows simultaneous control of both position and orientation. The bubble level on the crossbar provides a true horizontal reference, while the vertical arms provide vertical references, enabling precise orientation control without complicating the mounting operation.
3Measurement precision
If multiple measurements are taken to position hooks correctly, then proper frame orientation can be achieved, but the mounting process becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning device acts as an intermediary that consolidates multiple measurement functions into a single tool. Instead of requiring separate measurements for horizontal position, vertical position, and orientation, the device integrates all these functions into its structured geometry. The horizontal crossbar with bubble level handles orientation, while the adjustable vertical arms with positioning members handle position, simplifying the overall process while maintaining high accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The positioning device is designed as a multi-functional tool that performs multiple measurement and alignment functions simultaneously. The horizontal crossbar provides a reference line and level indication, the vertical arms provide vertical references and adjustable positioning, and the positioning members can be configured to match various frame configurations. This universality allows a single device to replace multiple measurement tools and procedures, reducing process complexity while maintaining positioning accuracy.
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 accurate mounting of frames with the upper edge horizontal and sides vertical, reducing the complexity of measurements and ensuring aesthetically pleasing configurations without altering the orientation of the slideable members.
Implementation Method 1
a leveling bubble with markings thereon that are indicative of a horizontal orientation of the longitudinal edge
Data Source
AI summary
A device is provided for hanging a frame member against a wall includes a crossbar and first and second vertical arms oriented perpendicular to the crossbar. The crossbar has a longitudinal track and a leveling bubble. The first and second vertical arms each have a linear track that extends along the length, and a marker on the rearward surface thereof. The vertical arms are retained to the crossbar by knuckles having a guide for slideably engaging the linear track of the vertical arms and the first vertical arms are retained perpendicular to the crossbar and are longitudinally moveable perpendicular to the linear edge.