Multi-Level Mount Connector for Adjustable Mounting Heights
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing mounting systems for solar panels and other objects require multiple distinct components to accommodate different sizes and heights, making them cumbersome for contractors to carry and stock, as they often need to be specific to particular installations.
Innovation Solution
A multi-level mounting system featuring a base member and an object mount connector with correspondingly shaped convexities and concavities, allowing for adjustable heights by engaging different attachment sections, enabling a single connector to form multiple heights and simplifying the installation process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple distinct sized components are manufactured to accommodate different sizes and heights of solar panel systems, then the system can adapt to various installation requirements, but it becomes cumbersome and inconvenient for contractors to carry and stock multiple different sized components
Solution Approach 1:
The object mount connector is designed with multiple attachment sections that can engage with the base member at different positions, allowing a single connector design to accommodate various solar panel sizes and mounting heights. This universal design eliminates the need for contractors to carry multiple different sized connectors, as one connector can be configured for different installation requirements by engaging different attachment sections.
2Reliability
If multiple distinct sized components are used for different installation configurations, then proper fit and function are achieved, but the device complexity and number of components increases
Solution Approach 1:
The object mount connector is segmented into multiple attachment sections, each capable of engaging with the base member at different positions. This segmentation allows the single connector to provide proper fit and function for various installation configurations without requiring multiple distinct connector designs. The convexities and concavities are strategically positioned to enable reliable engagement at different heights and orientations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If contractors stock multiple different sized components to handle various installations, then all installation requirements can be met, but the quantity of components to be managed increases
Solution Approach 1:
By designing the object mount connector with universal multi-functionality through multiple attachment sections, the system allows contractors to stock only one type of connector rather than multiple different sized connectors. This single connector design can be configured for different solar panel sizes, heights, and mounting orientations, significantly reducing the inventory requirements while maintaining the ability to meet all installation requirements.
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AI summary
A tiered mounting system includes a base plate including a mounting guide rail having a plurality of mounting grooves that extend along opposing sides of the guide rail. The system also includes an object mount connector having a plurality of mounting ridges. The object mount connector is configured to: slidingly engage the mounting guide rail via insertion of one or more of the plurality of mounting ridges within a corresponding one or more of the plurality of mounting grooves, and lock in place along the mounting guide rail via a bolt placed through the object mount connector and secured tightly to an inner track of the mounting guide rail.