Image Capture Mount With Arcuate Tilt Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing image capture apparatuses offer limited compatibility and versatility in connecting to a variety of surfaces and accessories, restricting their use in diverse applications.
Innovation Solution
An image capture apparatus with a multi-function interconnect mechanism, including a base plate with protrusions and magnetic members, and an adapter with spring-loaded latch members and multiple magnetic members, allowing for robust connections to a wide range of surfaces and accessories in various orientations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional interconnect mechanism is used, then the structure is simple, but the compatibility and versatility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The interconnect mechanism integrates multiple connection types (magnetic, mechanical latch, threaded receptacle) into a single base plate structure, enabling the image capture apparatus to connect to various surfaces and accessories through one unified interface rather than requiring separate mechanisms for different attachment methods
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines magnetic members, protrusions with apertures, latching features, and receptacles into a single integrated base plate assembly, merging multiple connection functions into one structural unit that reduces overall system complexity while increasing versatility
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple connection methods are integrated, then the versatility is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base plate is designed with distinct functional zones (magnetic member areas, protrusion apertures, latching feature regions, receptacle openings) that can be manufactured separately or as integrated features, allowing for modular assembly or single-piece fabrication depending on the chosen manufacturing approach
3Adaptability or versatility
If the interconnect mechanism is extended, then the connection capability is improved, but the compactness is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The protrusions are designed to nest within the body of the image capture apparatus when not in use, with the apertures positioned to allow the protrusions to be retracted into the base plate structure, maintaining a compact form factor while enabling extended connection capability when needed
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
Enhances the versatility of image capture apparatuses by enabling secure and versatile connections to a variety of surfaces and accessories, facilitating a wide range of orientations and orientations.
Implementation Method 1
magnetic members that are connected to the base plate such that the magnetic members extend into the apertures when the interconnect mechanism is in the collapsed configuration
Data Source
AI summary
A mounting system for an image capture apparatus includes: an adapter that is configured for connection to the image capture apparatus; a mount that is configured for connection to the adapter; and a fastener that extends through the adapter and into the mount to thereby connect the adapter to the mount. The adapter and the mount include corresponding arcuate mating surfaces that facilitate articulation (e.g., tilting) of the adapter and, thus, the image capture apparatus, in relation to the mount through an arcuate range of motion to thereby vary the orientation of the image capture apparatus. Upon reaching a desired orientation, the fastener can be adjusted (i.e., tightened) in order to secure the adapter in relation to the mount and thereby preserve the desired orientation of the image capture apparatus.