Modular Lamp Post Bracket for Stable Camera Mounting

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing modular lamp posts lack a stable and convenient method to integrate functional units, such as cameras, at a distance from the vertical axis, which can lead to movement issues and inadequate sealing.

Innovation Solution

A functional pole module with a tubular portion aligned with the vertical axis and a bracket protruding outwardly, allowing for a removable connection interface to securely attach the functional unit, such as a camera, while maintaining stability and sealing through an integral bracket and tubular portion design.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Length of moving object

If a functional unit is mounted directly on the support pole, then the integration is simple, but the functional unit cannot be positioned at a distance from the vertical axis

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedistance from vertical axisVSAvoidmounting structure complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Length of moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket extends the mounting structure radially outward from the vertical axis, transitioning from a one-dimensional vertical mounting to a two-dimensional radial extension, enabling the functional unit to be positioned at a distance from the support pole while maintaining structural integrity

Inventive Principle:

Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

2Adaptability or versatility

If a bracket is used to position the functional unit at a distance, then the positioning flexibility is improved, but the stability and sealing are compromised

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvepositioning flexibilityVSAvoidmounting stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting system is segmented into distinct functional components: the support pole, the bracket extending radially outward, and the functional unit mounting interface. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized independently while maintaining overall stability through proper connection interfaces

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The bracket is integrated with the support pole through a unified connection structure that combines mechanical attachment with sealing elements, merging the positioning function with the sealing function in a single integrated component rather than separate elements

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

3Reliability

If a fixed mounting structure is used, then the stability is improved, but the ease of replacement and maintenance is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting stabilityVSAvoidfunctional unit replacement

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting interface incorporates removable and adjustable connection elements that allow the functional unit to be easily detached and reattached, transitioning from a permanent fixed mounting to a dynamic reversible mounting that maintains stability during operation but facilitates maintenance when needed

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

4Ease of manufacture

If the bracket and tubular portion are separate components, then the ease of manufacture is improved, but the sealing properties are degraded

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecomponent fabricationVSAvoidsealing performance

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of manufactureVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The bracket and tubular portion are formed as one integral part, combining two previously separate manufacturing steps into a single monolithic component that inherently provides sealing without requiring additional sealing elements or assembly operations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Data Source

PatentUS11460159B2Lamp post with a functional pole module with bracket

Publication Date: 2022.10.04 SCHREDER SA

AI summary

The invention relates to a lamp post comprising a support pole, and a plurality of pole modules arranged one above the other along a vertical axis of the support pole, and supported by the support pole; said plurality of pole modules comprising: a light pole module and a functional pole module; said light pole module comprising a light source; said functional pole module comprising a tubular portion configured for being aligned with the vertical axis of the support pole, a bracket protruding outwardly of said tubular portion, and a functional unit fixed to said bracket; wherein preferably the functional unit is a camera unit.