Modular Smoke Detector Base with Telescopic Ring Grooves
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Solution Overview
Problem
Standard smoke detectors lack versatility and integration capabilities, limiting their functionality and adaptability in housing various components such as smoke detectors, speakers, and cameras within a single device.
Innovation Solution
A modular smoke detector device featuring a ring-like structure composed of interconnecting modules that can be mounted on a wall or ceiling, allowing for the attachment of multiple items like smoke detectors, speakers, cameras, and wireless network cards, with a base that includes telescopic portions and locking mechanisms for secure assembly and easy access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If standard smoke detectors are used, then the device structure is simple, but the functionality and adaptability are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The smoke detector device is divided into a base unit and multiple detachable module units that can be independently configured. Each module can hold different components (smoke detector, speaker, camera, wireless network card), allowing the system to be segmented into functional units that can be assembled in various combinations based on specific needs.
Solution Approach 2:
The base unit with ring groove and flange structure serves as a universal mounting platform that can accommodate multiple types of modules and components. The standardized interface (ring groove, flange, lip configuration) enables different functional modules to be interchangeably mounted on the same base, providing multi-functionality without requiring different device structures.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple components are integrated into a single device, then versatility is enhanced, but installation and maintenance complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
By segmenting the device into a base unit and detachable module units, each containing specific components, the system allows for independent installation and maintenance of individual modules. The standardized interface enables modules to be easily attached or removed from the base without affecting other components, simplifying installation and maintenance procedures despite multiple integrated functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The module units are designed to nest within or attach to the base unit structure. The ring groove and flange configuration allows modules to be nested or mounted in a standardized manner, creating a compact integrated device while maintaining the ability to access and service individual nested components by simply removing the outer module layer.
3Reliability
If a modular structure with telescopic portions is used, then assembly security is improved, but manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The base unit incorporates telescopic portions that can extend or retract to accommodate different module configurations. This dynamic structure allows the base to adapt its shape and size based on which modules are attached, providing secure assembly through mechanical engagement (flange and lip interaction) while maintaining manufacturing feasibility through simple linear movement mechanisms rather than complex articulated joints.
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AI summary
A smoke detector device featuring a base for mounting to a ceiling, wall, or fixture. The base has three grooves disposed in its outer surface. Rings can wrap around each groove on the base. Each ring has at least two modules with an inner chamber and a door, wherein the inner chamber of each module can hold an item. The base can move between an expanded position wherein the three grooves are exposed and a collapsed position wherein only one groove is exposed. Flanges and set screws can secure the base in the expanded position.