Magnet Mount Camera Assembly for Outdoor Reliability
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for electronic devices, such as outdoor cameras, to be securely mounted in various outdoor environments while resisting severe weather conditions and maintaining functionality over long durations.
Innovation Solution
A magnet mount assembly with an adjustable union allows for orientation adjustment of electronic devices, combined with waterproof features and heat dissipation elements, and secure mounting using cable clips and mounting plates, ensuring durability and reliability in harsh weather conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a magnet mount assembly is used to securely mount electronic devices in outdoor environments, then the reliability and durability are improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions into a single magnet mount assembly: mounting attachment, orientation adjustment, waterproof protection, and heat dissipation. This integration reduces the number of separate components needed while maintaining reliable outdoor mounting capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The magnet mount assembly serves multiple purposes: it securely attaches to mounting surfaces, allows orientation adjustment, provides waterproof sealing, and incorporates heat dissipation features. This multi-functionality improves reliability without requiring multiple separate devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If an adjustable union is incorporated to allow orientation adjustment, then the adaptability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The magnet mount assembly incorporates a dynamic adjustable union that allows the electronic device to be oriented at different angles. This dynamic adjustment capability is achieved through a mechanism that maintains magnetic coupling while permitting rotation and angle modification, enhancing adaptability without excessive complexity.
3Reliability
If waterproof features are added to protect against severe weather conditions, then the reliability is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs waterproof membranes or coatings as thin protective layers that seal the electronic device within the magnet mount assembly. These flexible waterproof barriers protect against rain and moisture while maintaining a relatively simple manufacturing process compared to fully enclosed waterproof housings.
4Reliability
If heat dissipation elements are incorporated to maintain functionality, then the reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The magnet mount assembly incorporates heat dissipation elements that passively manage thermal conditions without requiring active control systems. The mounting structure itself serves as a heat sink, utilizing its contact with the mounting surface and ambient air flow to dissipate heat from the electronic device, maintaining operational stability without complex thermal management systems.
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
The solution provides a robust and adjustable mounting system that protects electronic devices from environmental factors, ensuring reliable operation and extended lifespan in outdoor settings.
Implementation Method 1
The magnetic material is disposed between the first and second surfaces and is configured to magnetically couple to a magnetic material of the physical module
Implementation Method 2
When the physical module is magnetically coupled to the magnet mount, an adjustable union between the magnet mount and the physical module is formed that permits adjustment of an angle of orientation of the physical module with respect to the magnet mount
Data Source
AI summary
This application is directed to a camera assembly that includes a camera module and a magnet mount for physically receiving the camera module. The camera module includes a housing having an exterior rear surface of a first shape and a magnetic plate attached to a rear portion of the housing. The magnet mount includes a receiving surface of a second shape and a magnetic material covered by the receiving surface. The second shape of the receiving surface is substantially complementary to the first shape of the exterior rear surface of the housing of the camera module, and the receiving surface is configured to engage the exterior rear surface of the housing of the camera module. The magnetic material of the magnet mount magnetically couples to the magnetic plate of the camera module.