Lock Key with Expanding Arm Elements for Reliable Locking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lock mechanisms lack a reliable and efficient method to release the locking elements, limiting the flexibility and security in adjusting the position of objects.
Innovation Solution
A lock mechanism with expanding arm elements featuring a key structure that includes rotating blade structures interacting with independent lock mechanisms within the body structure, allowing for the release of locking elements by rotating the blades within their associated mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a traditional single-keyhole lock mechanism is used, then the device complexity is low, but the reliability and security of the locking system is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The lock mechanism is divided into multiple independent lock mechanisms (first lock mechanism, second lock mechanism, etc.), each controlled by a separate rotating blade structure. This segmentation allows each component to be simpler while the collective system achieves higher reliability through multiple independent locking points that must all be engaged simultaneously.
Solution Approach 2:
The key structure employs nested rotating blade structures where inner blades are contained within outer blades. Each blade rotates within its own cylindrical cavity, creating a nested configuration that allows multiple locking mechanisms to be integrated into a single key insertion point, maintaining ease of operation while improving security.
2Reliability
If multiple independent lock mechanisms are implemented, then the security and control precision are improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple rotating blade structures are merged into a single key structure that is inserted into one keyhole. All blades are simultaneously actuated by a single insertion and rotation motion, combining multiple locking operations into one unified action that maintains ease of operation while achieving enhanced security through multiple independent lock mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The key structure serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as a single insertion tool while controlling multiple independent lock mechanisms through its nested rotating blades. This multi-functionality allows one key to perform what would traditionally require multiple separate keys or complex multi-step operations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If rotating blade structures with expanding arm elements are used, then the adaptability and flexibility of the lock system are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating blade structures incorporate expandable and contractible arm elements that can dynamically change their configuration. When the key is inserted and rotated, the blades expand to engage with the lock mechanisms, and can contract when not in use. This dynamic capability allows the same structure to adapt to different locking states and provides flexibility in how the locking engagement occurs.
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AI summary
The lock with key having expanding arm elements is a lock. The lock with key having expanding arm elements comprises a body structure and a key structure. The key structure inserts into the body structure. The key structure rotates within the body structure to release the locking elements of the lock with key having expanding arm elements. The key structure comprises a plurality of rotating blade structures. Each of the plurality of rotating blade structures interact with an independent lock mechanism selected from a plurality of lock mechanisms contained in the body structure. The rotation of each rotating blade structure within its associated independent lock mechanism releases the locking elements of the lock with key having expanding arm elements.