Laser Mount With Rotatable Clamp for Structural Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing holding devices for laser devices are not adaptable to varying structural conditions and cannot change orientation relative to the laser device, limiting their flexibility in attaching to different types of building structures.
Innovation Solution
A holding device with magnetic attachment and adjustable clamping mechanisms that allow for two preferred orientations, including a 90° angle, enabling flexible attachment to both horizontal and vertical structures, and adjustable clamping sections to fit various strut dimensions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If holding devices use fixed clamping structures, then they provide stable attachment, but they cannot adapt to varying structural conditions and orientations
Solution Approach 1:
The holding device incorporates a rotatable connection between the first part (attached to laser device) and second part (attached to structure), enabling dynamic repositioning. The clamping sections can rotate relative to each other around an axis, allowing the device to adapt to different structural orientations (horizontal/vertical) and conditions without requiring multiple fixed-device variants
Solution Approach 2:
The holding device is divided into separable parts: a first part with clamping sections for attaching to the structure, and a second part for attaching the laser device, connected by a rotatable joint. This segmentation allows independent optimization of each part's clamping function while providing rotational flexibility at the connection point
2Adaptability or versatility
If holding means are designed as fixed clamps, then they provide simple attachment, but neither adaptation to structure size nor orientation change is possible
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable connection enables the user to easily adjust the orientation of the laser device relative to the structure by simply rotating the first part around the connection axis. This dynamic adjustment mechanism maintains ease of operation while providing versatile orientation changes, including 90-degree rotations between horizontal and vertical positions
3Adaptability or versatility
If positioning means use lateral recesses and hooks, then they enable 90° orientation changes, but the connection mechanism becomes complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the complex mechanical latching system (hooks and recesses) with a simpler rotational joint mechanism. Instead of using discrete positioning elements that require precise engagement, the rotatable connection allows continuous orientation adjustment, achieving the same positioning flexibility with a more straightforward mechanical design
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
Enables flexible and secure attachment of laser devices to different structural orientations and sizes, allowing for precise alignment of laser lines in construction applications.
Implementation Method 1
the first and the second part are attached to one another by magnetic forces
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AI summary
Holding device for a laser device, comprising holding means that can be attached to a structure specified by the customer, such as a pipe or strut, so that the laser device can be mounted on the structure specified by the customer, wherein the holding device comprises a first part (1) that can be connected to the laser device or is part of the laser device, and a second part (2) to which the holding means are attached or arranged, wherein the second part (2) can be attached to the first part (1) in a first position and in a second position.