Pedestal Mount for Retrofit Remote Control Base Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing load control systems lack a user-friendly, versatile, and energy-efficient solution for controlling electrical loads such as lighting, window treatments, and HVAC systems, particularly in residential and office environments, as they often require significant re-wiring or replacement of existing devices.
Innovation Solution
A remote control device with a rotating portion and a pedestal mount that allows for easy attachment and control of load control systems, enabling users to adjust power delivery to electrical loads without rewiring, using wireless signals to control lighting, window treatments, and HVAC systems, and providing feedback through illuminated light sources.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing load control systems are used to control electrical loads, then load control functionality is provided, but significant re-wiring or device replacement is required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a pedestal as an intermediary mounting structure that sits on the horizontal surface and provides a platform for attaching the remote control device. This pedestal serves as a mediator between the existing infrastructure and the new control device, enabling installation without re-wiring or replacing existing devices while maintaining load control functionality
2Adaptability or versatility
If the base is allowed to rotate freely on the pedestal, then the remote control device is adjustable, but the device becomes unstable
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic mounting system where the mounting tab can rotate within the opening of the base, allowing the device to be adjusted to different orientations during installation. Once positioned, the set screw locks the tab in place, transitioning from a dynamic adjustable state to a static stable state, thus providing both adaptability and stability
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AI summary
A base may be configured to be attached to a pedestal. The pedestal may include a top plate, a bottom plate, and a mounting tab. The bottom plate may be configured to rest on a horizontal surface. The mounting tab may extend from the top plate (e.g., a platform on the top plate). The mounting tab may be configured to extend into an opening defined by the base. The mounting tab may be configured to prevent rotation of the base of the remote control device when the base is attached to the pedestal. The bottom plate may include a concave bottom surface. The concave bottom surface may include a recessed portion and a flat portion. The flat portion may be along an outer perimeter of the bottom plate. The flat portion may be configured to rest on the horizontal surface.