Light Mount Assembly Keyed Engagement Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing light and mount assemblies for objects like helmets and bicycles are either structurally unsound, prone to unintentional disengagement, or difficult to quickly engage and disengage, and lack the ability to adjust positions effectively.
Innovation Solution
A light and mount assembly comprising a base plate with a keyed mounting system using radially projecting indents and flanges for secure engagement and disengagement, along with a hinged assembly for rotational adjustment of the light source, allowing for stable attachment and easy detachment from objects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a simple mounting apparatus is used, then the light can be quickly engaged and disengaged, but the mounting assembly is structurally unsound causing the light to be easily disengaged when not intended
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting assembly is divided into distinct functional segments: a base plate for attachment to the object, a mounting plate for holding the light, and a keyed coupling mechanism with indents and flanges. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while maintaining overall structural integrity through the keyed connection system.
2Reliability
If a secure mounting system is used, then the light remains stable and does not disengage unintentionally, but it becomes difficult to quickly disengage and reattach the light
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system transitions from a static, permanently fixed connection to a dynamic, reversible connection. The keyed mechanism with movable flanges and indents allows the assembly to shift between locked and unlocked states, enabling both secure attachment during use and quick release when needed, thus providing operational flexibility.
3Device complexity
If a fixed mounting position is used, then the structure is simple and stable, but the light cannot be adjusted into various positions
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting plate is designed to rotate relative to the base plate around a central axis, transforming the fixed positioning system into a dynamic, adjustable one. This rotational capability allows the light to be oriented in various directions while maintaining a relatively simple base structure with keyed engagement features.
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AI summary
A light and mount assembly is provided which includes a light, a base plate and a mounting plate. The base plate includes a bottom surface for affixing to an object and a top surface having a cavity with a circular rim having a plurality of indents. The mounting plate has a round bottom except for a plurality of radially extending flanges. The mounting plate's round bottom and flanges are sized and position to be insertable and removable to and from the base plate's circular opening and indents. Rotation of the mounting plate locks the mounting plate to the base plate. A light is pivotally affixed to the mounting plate.