Imaging Device Mounting Assembly Shock Vibration Damping
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing imaging device assemblies are unable to withstand shock and vibration loadings, particularly in hostile environments, leading to operational degradation or failure when subjected to military standards like MIL-S-901D (NAVY).
Innovation Solution
The imaging device mounting assembly incorporates a robust outer housing, a resilient material interface between the imaging device and the mounting board, and panning and tilting capabilities, along with a water-resistant design, to absorb shock and vibration, meeting MIL-S-901D (NAVY) specifications and allowing submersion up to 2 meters for extended periods.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a robust outer housing and resilient material interface are incorporated, then shock and vibration resistance is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies beforehand cushioning by incorporating a resilient material interface between the imaging device mounting board and the outer housing. This resilient material is positioned in advance to absorb and dampen shock and vibration loads before they reach the imaging device, thereby protecting the device while meeting MIL-S-901D specifications without requiring complex active protection systems
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the mounting assembly into distinct functional sub-assemblies: an outer housing providing structural protection, an imaging device mounting board for securing the device, and a resilient material interface layer for shock absorption. This modular segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while simplifying the overall design and assembly process
2Adaptability or versatility
If water-resistant sealing is implemented, then environmental adaptability is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies flexible shells and thin films by using a resilient material interface that serves dual purposes: mechanical shock absorption and water-resistant sealing. This flexible material creates a barrier against water infiltration while maintaining the necessary mechanical compliance for vibration and shock protection, thereby achieving environmental adaptability without requiring separate complex sealing systems
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
The assembly effectively minimizes damage from shock and vibration, maintains functionality under harsh conditions, and enables submersion without compromising the imaging device's operation, making it suitable for military and remote deployment applications.
Implementation Method 1
a resilient material interfaced between the outer housing and at least one of the imaging device and the mounting board. The resilient material is arranged with respect to the outer housing and at least one of the imaging device and the mounting board in a manner that at least partially dampens movement to minimize any resulting damage to the imaging device
Implementation Method 2
The resilient material is arranged with respect to the outer housing and at least one of the imaging device and the mounting board in a manner that at least partially dampens movement to minimize any resulting damage to the imaging device
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AI summary
An assembly for mounting an imaging device, such as a camera, is provided. The assembly may include a housing and an imaging device mounted to the housing. The housing is constructed and arranged in a manner that absorbs and/or dampens a shock and/or vibration to minimize any resulting damage to the imaging device. The assembly may be constructed and arranged to meet MIL-S-901D (NAVY). In one embodiment, resilient and/or robust materials are incorporated into the mounting assembly.