Movable Joint Locking Structure for Reversible Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for combining or separating objects, such as using screws or fasteners, fail to allow for subsequent movement or separation, limiting their practical application.
Innovation Solution
A joint structure comprising a body part and an actuating piece, where the actuating piece can move vertically, laterally, or rotationally, allowing for the combination and separation of objects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If screws or fasteners are used to combine objects, then the objects can be securely locked together, but the combined objects cannot be moved or separated
Solution Approach 1:
The joint structure employs a dynamic locking mechanism where the actuating piece can transition between locked and unlocked states. The actuating piece includes a rod part that moves within the body part, enabling the joint to dynamically adjust its state from fixed to movable and back, thus resolving the contradiction between secure locking and subsequent separability
Solution Approach 2:
The actuating piece serves as an intermediary element between the body part and the object to be joined. This intermediary component enables controlled locking and unlocking actions, allowing the joint to achieve both strong bonding when locked and easy separation when unlocked, without requiring permanent fasteners
2Stability of the object's composition
If a permanent locking mechanism is used, then the joint is stable and secure, but the joint cannot be disassembled or repositioned
Solution Approach 1:
The joint structure transforms from a static permanent lock to a dynamic reversible lock. The actuating piece with its movable rod part enables the joint to switch between stable locked state and movable unlocked state, providing both joint stability during use and ease of disassembly when needed
Solution Approach 2:
The joint structure is designed with preliminary locking and unlocking mechanisms built into the actuating piece. The rod part and stop part are pre-configured to enable easy locking action during assembly and easy unlocking action during disassembly, making both operations simple without requiring complex tools or procedures
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AI summary
A joint structure includes a body part and an actuating piece. The actuating piece combines movably with the body part, the actuating piece has a first joint part, the first joint part is located outside of the body part, the first joint part can carry out a vertical movement, lateral movement or rotational movement. Accordingly, the body part of the disclosure can go with the actuating piece or the first joint part, and combine to the first object and the second object, or disengage from the first object and the second object for achieving the effect of combining or separating at least two objects.