Compact Laser Projection Mount With Magnetic Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional laser projection tools have bulky and cumbersome mounting accessories that are easily lost, and they require separate storage containers, lacking compactness and fine adjustment functionality.
Innovation Solution
A compact frame for laser projection devices that provides rotational and translational positioning, incorporating magnets and adjustment mechanisms for precise alignment and protection, allowing the device to be easily repositioned and stored without additional storage components.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional mounting accessories are used for laser projection tools, then mounting functionality is provided, but the device becomes bulky and cumbersome and is easily lost
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting accessories are merged with the laser projection device housing to form an integrated unit. The frame structure is coupled directly to the housing, eliminating separate mounting components and reducing overall device volume while maintaining mounting functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The frame structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: it provides mounting capability through magnet interfaces, enables rotational positioning, offers translational adjustment, and protects the laser openings when rotated to storage position. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate mounting accessories.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If separate storage containers are used for mounting accessories, then protection is provided, but compactness is reduced and additional storage components are required
Solution Approach 1:
The storage function is merged into the frame structure itself. The frame can be rotated to a storage position where it covers and protects the laser openings, eliminating the need for separate storage containers or components.
Solution Approach 2:
The frame is designed with rotational capability, allowing it to dynamically transition between operational position (providing mounting and adjustment functions) and storage position (protecting laser openings). This dynamic design provides protection without requiring additional storage components.
3Measurement precision
If fine adjustment functionality is included, then positioning precision is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment mechanism utilizes magnetic interaction between the frame and housing instead of complex mechanical fastening systems. The magnets provide both the mounting function and enable fine rotational adjustments through magnetic coupling, reducing mechanical complexity while maintaining positioning precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The device allows continuous rotational adjustment of the housing relative to the frame within magnetic coupling limits, enabling fine positioning by changing the angular parameter. This continuous adjustment capability provides precision without requiring discrete mechanical adjustment mechanisms.
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 offers a compact, low-profile design that maintains fine adjustment and mounting functionality while protecting the laser device, reducing the likelihood of loss and eliminating the need for separate storage, thus enhancing usability and convenience.
Implementation Method 1
The first plurality of magnets interact with the magnet interface of the laser projection device to couple the laser projection device in a set of positions
Data Source
AI summary
A laser projection device with compact frame is provided, as is a corresponding frame or mount for one or more laser projection devices. In one embodiment the frame or mount includes a coupling interface that permits multiple coupling positions with respect to a laser projection device, such as at 90 degree intervals.