Multi-Lens Camera Lens Holder Rotation for Fast P-Direction Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
The operation of adjustable multi-lens cameras is complex and inefficient due to the need for frequent unscrewing and screwing of screws during lens adjustments in the P direction, which complicates the adjustment process.
Innovation Solution
A lens adjusting device with a first holder and a second holder that are elastically engaged through toothed slots and engaging teeth, allowing the lens to rotate in the P direction without the need for unscrewing and screwing, simplifying the adjustment process by requiring only a single step operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a fastening screw is used to lock the lens holder relative to the mounting disk, then the lens can be kept in place after adjustment, but the operation becomes complex and adjustment efficiency is low due to frequent unscrewing and screwing
Solution Approach 1:
The lens adjusting device is divided into a mounting disk (first holder) and a lens holder (second holder) that can be independently adjusted and locked. The lens holder can rotate on the mounting disk for positioning, and then be locked by the fastening screw, separating the adjustment function from the locking function to simplify operations.
Solution Approach 2:
A fastening screw acts as an intermediary component between the mounting disk and lens holder. The screw passes through a through-hole in the mounting disk and engages with the lens holder to provide locking force, mediating the connection between the two components to achieve both adjustability and stability.
2Reliability
If a fastening screw is used to lock the lens holder, then the lens position can be maintained, but the adjustment time increases due to repeated screwing and unscrewing operations
Solution Approach 1:
The adjustment and locking operations are segmented into distinct steps: first rotate the lens holder to the desired position, then engage the fastening screw to lock. This segmentation allows for quick positioning followed by secure locking, reducing the time spent on repeated operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The lens holder is designed with a through-hole that automatically aligns with the fastening screw when rotated to the correct position, allowing the operator to quickly engage the locking mechanism without complex alignment procedures, thereby reducing adjustment time.
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
This design improves the efficiency of lens adjustments by allowing the operator to rotate the second holder alone, reducing the complexity and time required for adjustments in the P direction, thereby enhancing overall operation efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
the first engaging teeth 120 is elastically engaged with the first toothed slots 210 in the rotation direction of the second holder 200
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AI summary
A lens adjusting device for a multi-lens camera, comprising: a first holder and a second holder, which is provided on the first holder and is configured for mounting a lens; wherein, the second holder is rotatably cooperated with the first holder and can rotate in a direction parallel to a support plane of the first holder; one of the support plane of the first holder and a surface on the second holder opposite to the support plane is provided with a plurality of first toothed slots, and the other is provided with a first engaging teeth, and the first engaging teeth is elastically engaged with the first toothed slots in the rotation direction of the second holder. The solution above can solve current issues that operation is complex and adjustment efficiency is low existed in adjustment of a lens in P direction by a multi-lens camera.