Movable Spoiler Linkage and Sliding Mechanism for Stable Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing movable spoiler devices require additional storage space for multiple linkages, leading to instability in movement when using a single linkage mechanism.
Innovation Solution
A movable spoiler device with a single linkage mechanism combined with a sliding mechanism, where one end of the linkage is pivotally supported on a fixed plate and the other on a movable plate, and an actuator drives the linkage or sliding mechanism to stabilize the movement, allowing for increased storage flexibility and stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple linkages are used as the linkage mechanism, then the movement stability of the movable plate is improved, but the storage space requirement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines a single linkage mechanism with a sliding mechanism to achieve the same movement stability that would otherwise require multiple linkages. The linkage mechanism provides rotational movement while the sliding mechanism provides linear movement, and their combination enables stable movement of the movable plate without requiring additional storage space for multiple separate linkage mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The single linkage mechanism in the patent performs multiple functions: it provides rotational movement, works in conjunction with the sliding mechanism to achieve stable positioning, and reduces the overall space requirement compared to multiple separate linkage mechanisms. This multi-functionality resolves the contradiction between stability and storage space.
2Volume of stationary object
If a single linkage is used as the linkage mechanism, then the storage space requirement is reduced, but the movement stability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges a single linkage mechanism with a sliding mechanism to compensate for the instability that would normally result from using only a single linkage. The linkage provides rotational movement with reduced space requirements, while the sliding mechanism adds linear movement capability and stability, together achieving reliable movement without excessive storage space.
3Volume of stationary object
If a single linkage combined with a sliding mechanism is used, then the storage space flexibility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs dynamic elements including a pivotable linkage mechanism and a slidable mechanism that work together to provide adaptable movement. The linkage can pivot to different angles and the sliding mechanism can move along tracks, creating a dynamic system that optimizes storage space flexibility while managing complexity through coordinated movement rather than static multiple mechanisms.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables easy storage and stable operation of the movable spoiler device by increasing the degree of freedom in storage space utilization while maintaining movement stability, using a single linkage mechanism with a sliding mechanism.
Implementation Method 1
a linkage mechanism disposed to be pivotally supported on the fixed plate at one end and pivotally supported on the movable plate at the other end
Implementation Method 2
a sliding mechanism including a track portion disposed on one of the fixed plate and the movable plate as well as a sliding portion disposed on the other of the fixed plate and the movable plate, and the sliding portion is slidably disposed on the track portion
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AI summary
The invention provides a movable spoiler device, which may be easily stored and operated stably. The movable spoiler device includes a fixed plate fixed on a body of a vehicle; a movable plate disposed to be movable between a storage position connected to the fixed plate and an unfolding position closer to the rear position than the storage position; a linkage mechanism that is pivotally supported on the fixed plate at one end and pivotally supported on the movable plate at the other end; a sliding mechanism including a track portion disposed on one of the fixed plate and the movable plate, and a sliding portion disposed on the other of the fixed plate and the movable plate; and an actuator driving the linkage mechanism or the sliding mechanism to drive the movable plate to move relative to the fixed plate.