Bracket-Integrated Laser Level With Fixed Battery Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing laser levels lack improvements in construction and functionality, particularly in terms of power source integration and mounting mechanisms, which affect ease of use and stability during operation.
Innovation Solution
A laser level system with a rotatable laser level fixed to a bracket, featuring a compact battery assembly integrated into the design, multiple mounting options, and smart power management, including a state of charge indicator and thermistor for temperature control, allowing for efficient and secure attachment to various surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Device complexity
If the laser level is made compact and integrated with the bracket, then the device complexity is reduced and ease of operation is improved, but the reliability of power supply and mounting stability may worsen
Solution Approach 1:
The laser level device is integrated with the bracket structure, combining the laser projection unit, battery assembly, and mounting bracket into a single unified device. This merging reduces the number of separate components and simplifies the overall system while maintaining functional reliability through careful integration of power management and mounting mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket structure serves multiple functions: it provides mounting attachment to surfaces, houses the battery assembly, supports the laser level unit, and enables rotational adjustment. This multi-functionality reduces device complexity by eliminating the need for separate mounting hardware and power source components.
2Device complexity
If a compact battery assembly is integrated into the bracket, then the device complexity is reduced, but the ease of repair and replacement worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The battery assembly is designed as a separate, modular unit within the bracket structure, allowing it to be independently accessed and replaced. This segmentation enables easy maintenance and repair while maintaining the integrated appearance and functional unity of the overall device.
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 system provides a compact, stable, and efficient laser level with improved power management and versatile mounting options, enhancing user convenience and operational reliability.
Implementation Method 1
a thermistor for temperature control
Implementation Method 2
configured to project a vertical line, a horizontal line that crosses with the vertical line, and a plumb spot
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AI summary
A laser level system comprises a bracket comprising a mounting portion for mounting the bracket to an object or a structure, and a base portion extending transverse to the mounting portion. A laser level is mounted on the base portion of the bracket, and is rotatable relative to the bracket and configured to project at least one laser line. A power source, configured to power the laser level, is disposed in the bracket. The power source comprises a battery assembly which is an integral part of the bracket and is not removable from the bracket. The integral battery assembly comprises a battery assembly housing and a plurality of pouch cells housed in the battery assembly housing.