Modular Camera Mount Geometry for Restricted-Space Viewing Angles
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional security and surveillance cameras face challenges in being mounted in environments with limited space or architectural constraints, particularly in areas requiring a specific field of view for access control and identity verification, where traditional mounts are not feasible due to space limitations and susceptibility to damage.
Innovation Solution
A modular camera mount system that includes a bracket with an angled portion and angular adjustment bracket, allowing for flexible positioning and protection, with cable route openings and a cover for aesthetic appeal and protection from external forces, compatible with various mounting surfaces and fixtures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a traditional camera mount is used, then the camera can be mounted on standard surfaces, but it cannot be installed in environments with limited space or architectural constraints
Solution Approach 1:
The camera mount is divided into multiple modular components including a mounting component with bracket, an angled portion, and an angular adjustment bracket. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for specific functions while enabling flexible assembly in various mounting environments with limited space or architectural constraints.
Solution Approach 2:
The angular adjustment bracket enables dynamic adjustment of the camera angle relative to the mounting surface. This dynamic capability allows the camera to be positioned at different angles to achieve the desired field of view while adapting to different architectural styles and mounting locations.
2Reliability
If the camera is positioned to cover the desired field of view, then surveillance effectiveness is improved, but the camera becomes more visible and less aesthetically pleasing
Solution Approach 1:
The angled portion is configured to angle the camera relative to the mounting surface, effectively utilizing angular/dimensional adjustment to achieve the desired field of view. This allows the camera to be positioned optimally for surveillance while maintaining a cleaner, more aesthetically pleasing installation appearance.
3Ease of operation
If the camera is mounted in exposed locations for accessibility, then installation is easier, but the camera becomes susceptible to damage from external forces
Solution Approach 1:
The cover is configured to protect the camera from externally applied blunt forces and normal wear and tear. This protective covering is installed beforehand to shield the camera from damage while allowing the camera to remain accessible in exposed locations for installation and maintenance purposes.
4Volume of moving object
If a compact mount design is used, then space utilization is improved, but the camera has limited adjustment range for field of view
Solution Approach 1:
The angular adjustment bracket provides dynamic adjustment capability that allows the camera angle to be varied within a range (e.g., 20° adjustment range) while maintaining a compact overall mount design. This dynamic adjustment mechanism enables field of view optimization without requiring a large mounting footprint.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates to camera mounts and cameras implementable in mounting-restricted environments. The camera mount may comprise a bracket and an optional cover, wherein the bracket may be configured to mount to a surface and the bracket configured to protect the camera. The bracket may include a mounting portion, an angled portion and an adjustment portion, which each may be configured to angle the camera relative to the surface. The mounting component may be configured to include a clearance portion that may facilitate angling the camera. The angled portion may be configured to be a wedge angled relative to the surface. The adjusting portion may be pivotable around an axis parallel to the surface such that in combination, the adjusting portion and the angled portion may facilitate the positioning of the camera to include a viewing angle that may vary up to 65°.