Magnetic Light Mounting Bracket for Secure Tank Wall Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing lighting systems for cleaning large chemical tanks lack a secure and adaptable solution for attaching lights to the interior magnetic walls, which are often covered in chemical residue and vary in geometry and size.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic mounting bracket system that includes a base with a first magnetic contact, an arm mount, a light mount, pivotally fixed arms, and pads with second magnetic contacts, allowing secure attachment to magnetic wall structures without falling or slipping, and accommodating various tank geometries and sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Illumination intensity
If hand lamps are hung from internal scaffolding, then lighting is provided, but the lighting is not in close proximity to the interior wall surface
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical mounting systems (scaffolding, clips, adhesives) with magnetic attraction forces. The magnetic mounting bracket uses magnetic contacts to attach to the magnetic interior wall surface, eliminating the need for mechanical support structures and enabling direct wall-mounted lighting placement.
2Reliability
If a light mount attaches to the interior wall surface, then lighting proximity to wall is improved, but the mount may fall, slip, or slide on the magnetic wall structure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical fastening systems with magnetic attraction forces. The magnetic contacts generate sufficient magnetic force to securely hold the mounting bracket against the magnetic wall surface, preventing slipping or falling while maintaining ease of installation and removal.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes the magnetic properties of the wall surface by changing the attachment mechanism from mechanical to magnetic. This parameter change enables reliable attachment security through magnetic attraction while maintaining operational ease through simple magnetic coupling.
3Reliability
If a light mount is designed for specific tank sizes, then secure attachment is achieved, but adaptability to various tank geometries and sizes is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs the mounting bracket as a universal solution that can attach to any magnetic wall surface regardless of tank geometry or size. The magnetic mounting system provides multi-functionality by working on cylindrical, spherical, or planar magnetic surfaces, eliminating the need for different mounting designs for different tank types.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the attachment parameter from geometry-specific mechanical mounting to geometry-independent magnetic attraction. This enables the same mounting design to securely attach to various tank geometries and sizes by utilizing the magnetic properties of the wall surface rather than relying on specific geometric features.
4Reliability
If a light bracket is mounted on chemical tanks, then lighting is provided, but the bracket may damage the interior wall surface
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical fastening systems (screws, clips, adhesives) with magnetic attraction forces. This substitution eliminates mechanical damage to the wall surface while providing reliable lighting support through non-contact magnetic attachment.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The magnetic mounting bracket system provides a secure, adjustable, and versatile solution for supporting light sources on magnetic wall structures within chemical tanks, ensuring reliable illumination during cleaning operations across a range of tank sizes and geometries.
Implementation Method 1
magnetic mounting bracket comprising: (a) base having a first magnetic contact positioned on a bottom surface of the base; (e) at least one pad each pivotally connected to an extending end of the at least one arm, each of the at least one pad having a second magnetic contact positioned on a contact surface of the at least one pad
Data Source
AI summary
Various embodiments relate to a mounting bracket for supporting a light source on a magnetic wall structure, the magnetic mounting bracket comprising: (a) base having a first magnetic contact positioned on a bottom surface of the base; (b) an arm mount affixed to the base; (c) a light mount affixed to the base; (d) at least one arm pivotally fixed to the arm mount; and (e) at least one pad each pivotally connected to an extending end of the at least one arm, each of the at least one pad having a second magnetic contact positioned on a contact surface of the at least one pad. Various embodiments further relate to a method of supporting a light source on a magnetic wall structure.