Laser Level Electronic Tilt Sensor for Precision Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional laser levels using bubble vials are inaccurate for determining levelness, require manual alignment during manufacturing, and can only assess one plane of levelness, making them inefficient and prone to errors.
Innovation Solution
A laser level equipped with an electronic tilt sensor, controller, and display devices that project a straight laser line and indicate tilt angles in two planes using lighting elements, allowing for precise digital measurement and storage of tilt information, enabling extended and parallel line measurements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If bubble vials are used in laser levels, then the device structure is simple, but the measurement precision and reliability are poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical bubble vial system with an electronic tilt sensor system. The electronic tilt sensor uses MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology to detect tilt angles electronically, eliminating the need for optical bubble vials. This substitution provides digital measurement signals that are more precise and can be processed by the controller to display accurate levelness information, while also enabling additional functions like dual-plane measurement.
2Ease of operation
If bubble vials are used for visual level indication, then the device is simple, but the ease of operation is reduced due to inaccurate visual judgment
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback system where the electronic tilt sensor continuously monitors the laser level's orientation and sends digital signals to the controller. The controller then displays real-time tilt angle information on LEDs or an LCD screen, providing immediate and accurate feedback to the user. This feedback mechanism eliminates the ambiguity of visual bubble vial reading and allows for precise levelness determination through clear digital indicators.
3Manufacturing precision
If manual alignment procedures are used during manufacturing, then the device complexity is low, but the manufacturing precision and productivity are reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical alignment procedures with an electronic calibration system. During manufacturing, the electronic tilt sensor can be calibrated using digital reference levels, and the controller can store compensation values to correct any deviations. This electronic calibration process is more precise than manual alignment and can be automated, improving both manufacturing precision and productivity while reducing the skill level required for assembly.
4Adaptability or versatility
If single-plane bubble vials are used, then the device is simple, but the adaptability is limited to one levelness direction
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a multi-functional electronic tilt sensor system that can measure tilt angles in multiple planes simultaneously. The electronic tilt sensor array can detect orientation changes in both vertical and horizontal planes, providing comprehensive levelness information for various application scenarios. This universal measurement capability allows the laser level to function as a level, plumb line, and angle reference, significantly enhancing adaptability while the integrated electronic system manages the complexity efficiently.
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 solution provides accurate, efficient, and durable levelness assessment, allowing for complex measurements and alignments, with the ability to store and reuse tilt data, and transmit information wirelessly for further processing.
Implementation Method 1
The electronic tilt sensor is adapted to detect a tilt of the laser level and provide a measurement signal to the controller
Implementation Method 2
a laser module... The laser line is adapted to project a straight ground laser line on a flat surface
Implementation Method 3
The plurality of lighting elements are adapted to provide a varying light pattern to indicate information about the tilt angle
Data Source
AI summary
A laser level containing a housing, an electronic tilt sensor located in the housing; a controller to which the electronic tilt sensor is connected, and a laser module. The controller is communicable with a first display device and a second display device. The laser line is adapted to project a straight ground laser line on a flat surface. The electronic tilt sensor is adapted to detect a tilt of the laser level and provide a measurement signal to the controller. The controller is adapted to provide a display signal to the first and second display devices to display information about the tilt. By using an electronic tilt sensor, the laser level can provide accurate indicate of the tilt of the device and also allows such tilt information to be processed further.