Integrated Laser Projector for Grid and Dot-Line Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing surveying instruments lack the ability to efficiently project precise grid and dot line patterns for accurate alignment and measurement.
Innovation Solution
A laser projector comprising a housing structure and an illumination circuit that generates and projects grid/dot line patterns using laser-emitting LEDs, actuators, and switches for precise control and adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If traditional surveying instruments are used, then the device structure is simple, but the ability to project precise grid and dot line patterns is lacking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (grid line projection, dot line projection, angle measurement, and distance measurement) into a single integrated laser projector unit. The housing contains all necessary components including laser emitting LEDs, actuators for positioning, and measurement sensors, eliminating the need for separate surveying instruments and achieving high projection precision through unified design.
Solution Approach 2:
The laser projector is designed to perform multiple surveying functions simultaneously - projecting grid lines, projecting dot lines, measuring angles, and measuring distances. This multi-functional approach replaces traditional specialized instruments while maintaining or improving precision across all measurement tasks.
2Measurement precision
If laser-emitting LEDs and actuators are added for precise control, then the projection accuracy is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The positioning system is divided into modular components - laser emitting LEDs are individually controllable, and actuators are positioned at specific locations to adjust the projection plane. This segmentation allows precise control of each element independently while maintaining overall system manageability and measurement accuracy.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple switches and actuators are incorporated for adjustment, then the operational flexibility is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple control functions are merged into integrated control mechanisms. The switches control multiple parameters simultaneously, and the actuators are coordinated to work together for plane adjustment, reducing the number of separate operations required while maintaining full adjustability for different surveying conditions.
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 precise projection of grid and dot line patterns for improved alignment and measurement accuracy in surveying applications.
Implementation Method 1
an illumination circuit that generates and projects grid/dot line patterns using laser-emitting LEDs
Data Source
AI summary
The laser projector for producing grid/dot lines is a display device. The laser projector for producing grid/dot lines is a lamp. The laser projector for producing grid/dot lines is a projector. The laser projector for producing grid/dot lines projects an image on a target surface. The image projected by the laser projector for producing grid/dot lines is selected from the group consisting of a grid/dot line pattern and a line grid pattern. The laser projector for producing grid/dot lines comprises a housing structure and an illumination circuit. The housing structure contains the illumination circuit. The illumination circuit generates and projects the grid/dot line pattern on the target surface.