Motorcycle Frame Rack With Laser Measuring System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for repairing motorcycle frames are inefficient and costly, particularly due to the lack of advanced technology in accurately assessing and correcting frame damage, leading to lengthy repair times and high costs for both insurance companies and motorcycle owners.
Innovation Solution
A motorcycle frame rack equipped with a laser measuring system that includes universal mounting brackets and a magnetic universal lower tree mount, allowing for precise measurement and adjustment of the frame using lasers to diagnose and validate damage, enabling faster and more cost-effective repairs.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional frame repair methods are used, then repair accuracy is insufficient, but repair time and costs increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces traditional mechanical measurement tools (tape measures, straight edges, and visual inspection) with a laser-based optical measurement system. The laser measuring system provides precise digital readings of frame dimensions and alignment, enabling accurate damage assessment without the time-consuming manual measurement processes that previously required multiple workers and extensive time.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a digital copy or representation of the frame's physical dimensions and alignment through laser scanning. This digital model allows for precise measurement and comparison against manufacturer specifications, enabling accurate damage assessment and repair verification without physically marking or disturbing the frame during the measurement process.
2Measurement precision
If traditional frame repair methods are used, then measurement accuracy is insufficient, but equipment complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a universal laser measuring system that can measure multiple frame components and parameters using the same basic device. The laser system can measure wheel alignment, frame straightness, component positioning, and repair verification all with one instrument, eliminating the need for multiple specialized tools and reducing overall system complexity despite the advanced technology used.
3Reliability
If frame replacement is performed instead of repair, then structural integrity is ensured, but costs and environmental impact increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses the laser measuring system to provide continuous feedback during the repair process. Measurements are taken before, during, and after repair operations to ensure the frame is being restored to its original specifications. This real-time feedback allows technicians to make precise adjustments and verify that structural integrity is being maintained, giving confidence that repair is as reliable as replacement while avoiding the need to discard the original frame.
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 system enables technicians to quickly and accurately straighten motorcycle frames and make neck rake adjustments without replacing the frame, reducing repair time and costs while providing detailed documentation for insurance records.
Implementation Method 1
A motorcycle frame rack equipped with a laser measuring system that includes universal mounting brackets and a magnetic universal lower tree mount, allowing for precise measurement and adjustment of the frame using lasers
Implementation Method 2
The mount includes a magnetic universal lower tree mount
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AI summary
A motorcycle frame rack enables a motorcycle frame to be repaired without removing many components from the motorcycle. A motorcycle is positioned on the motorcycle frame rack, secured in place and then the frame is adjusted using chains coupled to towers. A self-centering laser measuring system is able to be used to analyze and measure damage to the motorcycle frame.