Magnetic Stand With Rotating Support Ring for Gimbal and Desktop Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Magnetic clamping stands used to connect imaging devices to stabilizing devices lack functionality when not in use, providing poor support and practicality.
Innovation Solution
A magnetic stand with a support ring that can switch between a retracted state for connecting to a gimbal and an expanded state for independent support, utilizing a first and second magnet assembly and a rotatable support ring for enhanced usability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a magnetic clamping stand is used to connect the imaging device to the stabilizing device, then the magnetic connection function is achieved, but the stand cannot provide support when not connected, resulting in poor practicality
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic stand is designed with dual functionality: it can magnetically connect the imaging device to the stabilizing device (gimbal), and it can also independently support the imaging device on surfaces like desktops. The support ring structure enables the stand to function as both a connection interface and a standalone support, eliminating the limitation of single-function magnetic stands.
2Ease of operation
If the support ring is in the expanded state for independent support, then support capability is improved, but the magnetic connection to the gimbal cannot be established
Solution Approach 1:
The support ring is designed to be rotatable relative to the body, allowing it to dynamically switch between an expanded state (for independent support) and a retracted state (for magnetic connection to the gimbal). This dynamic adjustment enables the user to select the appropriate function based on the current usage scenario, resolving the contradiction between support capability and magnetic connection function.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the support ring is rotatably connected to switch between states, then versatility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The magnetic stand is divided into distinct functional modules: a body portion containing the first magnet assembly for imaging device connection, a second magnet assembly for gimbal connection, and a rotatable support ring portion. This segmentation allows each module to perform its specific function independently while maintaining overall simplicity through modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
The support ring is rotatably connected to the body and can be positioned in different states, with the second magnet assembly nested within the body structure. When the support ring is retracted, the second magnet assembly enables magnetic connection to the gimbal. This nested configuration allows multiple functions to coexist in a compact structure without excessive complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Improves the practicality and convenience of supporting imaging devices by allowing both magnetic connection to a gimbal and independent support on a surface, enhancing user experience.
Implementation Method 1
a first magnet assembly, including a first magnet and a second magnet... the first magnet assembly being configured to magnetically connect to the imaging device; a second magnet assembly, including a third magnet positioned in the first portion... and the second magnet assembly being configured to magnetically connect to the gimbal
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to a magnetic stand and a gimbal. The magnetic stand includes a body and a support ring. The body has opposing first side wall and second side wall. The first side wall is magnetically connected to an imaging device. The support ring is rotatably connected to the second side wall and can move relative to the body, so that the support ring can switch between a retracted state and an expanded state. When the support ring is in the retracted state, the second side wall is magnetically connected to the gimbal. When the support ring is in the expanded state, the second side wall and the support ring form a stand to support the imaging device on a support surface.