Laser Level Protective Structure for Shock Absorption
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing laser levels lack an effective protective structure to safeguard the control mechanism from impact and ensure stable positioning on various orientations.
Innovation Solution
A laser level with a protective structure comprising an upper and lower shock-absorbing material extending from the control mechanism housing, featuring flanges and legs that absorb impact and allow stable orientation on multiple surfaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a protective structure is added to the laser level, then the control mechanism is protected from impact, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The protective structure is pre-installed on the laser level device before use, providing impact protection to the control mechanism from the outset. The structure includes shock-absorbing materials and extended housing elements that are integrated into the device design, ensuring protection is already in place before any impact occurs.
Solution Approach 2:
Shock-absorbing materials are incorporated into the protective structure to cushion impacts before they reach the control mechanism. These materials are positioned to absorb and dissipate impact energy, protecting sensitive components from damage during drops or collisions.
2Reliability
If the protective structure extends beyond the housing, then impact protection is improved, but the device dimensions increase
Solution Approach 1:
The protective structure extends in multiple dimensions from the housing, particularly in directions that provide protection during typical drop scenarios. The structure includes elements that protrude outward and upward to protect the control mechanism from impacts from various angles while minimizing overall size increases.
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 protective structure effectively absorbs shocks, protecting the control mechanism and enabling stable positioning in multiple orientations, enhancing durability and usability.
Implementation Method 1
A protective structure extends from the control mechanism housing and is configured to protect the control mechanism from impact
Data Source
AI summary
A laser level including a control mechanism housing which houses a control mechanism, the control mechanism including at least a top surface and a bottom surface. A protective structure extends from the control mechanism housing configured to protect the control mechanism from impact and including an upper structure which extends from a top surface of the control mechanism housing and a lower structure which extends from a bottom surface of the control mechanism housing.