Integrated Portable Stand With Mast And Power Supply
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable stands for supporting items at elevated positions are often complex to set up and collapse, require multiple part connections, and lack integrated power supply and control systems, leading to delays and safety hazards, especially in dark or hazardous environments.
Innovation Solution
A self-contained, portable stand with a main housing that includes a power supply and control panel, a leg assembly that extends for stability, and a telescoping mast with a mount for functional devices, featuring a coiled power and control conduit and adjustable fitting for secure, weather-tight mounting of devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple parts are connected to form a portable stand, then the stand can support functional devices at elevated positions, but the setup process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple previously separate components (stand structure, power supply, control panel, and functional device mounting) into a single integrated unit. The housing contains both the power supply and control panel internally, eliminating the need for separate connections during setup. This merging resolves the contradiction by maintaining support capability while dramatically reducing setup complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple parts are connected at the site of use, then the stand can be configured for specific needs, but delays occur especially in dark or hazardous environments
Solution Approach 1:
The power supply and control panel are pre-integrated into the housing during manufacturing, so that when the stand arrives at the site, the integration is already complete. This preliminary action eliminates the need for on-site connections of electrical components, resolving the contradiction by maintaining configuration flexibility while reducing setup time, especially in dark or hazardous environments.
3Ease of operation
If the stand is made portable and collapsible, then it is easy to transport and store, but it may lack stability when deployed
Solution Approach 1:
The stand employs a telescoping mast structure that can be divided into multiple sections which slide within each other. This segmentation allows the mast to collapse into a compact form for portability while extending to a stable, elevated position for use. The segmented design resolves the contradiction by enabling both easy transport/storage and deployed stability.
4Weight of moving object
If the stand is compact and lightweight for portability, then it is easy to transport, but it may not be robust enough for repetitive use and rough handling
Solution Approach 1:
The stand utilizes composite construction with materials selected for both light weight and high strength-to-weight ratio. The housing appears to use durable plastic or composite materials that provide both portability and resistance to rough handling. This composite material approach resolves the contradiction by achieving both lightweight portability and robustness for repetitive use.
Data Source
AI summary
A portable stand with an integral power supply and controller, a mast for supporting a functional device and a stabilizing leg assembly comprises a main housing for a power supply, and connected to the main housing are retractable and extendable support legs and an extendable and retractable mast. The mast includes a mount for holding at least one functional device to form a single, integral unit that provides for storage, stable support and power for a functional device that is mounted onto the mast, and portability.