Pivotable Clamping Attachment for Post-Mounted Information Panels
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting systems for attaching panel-like information elements to posts, such as lampposts, face issues with insufficient clamping force on smooth surfaces, complex construction, high manufacturing costs, limited attachment options, and difficulty in accessing the inner space due to fixed attachment points.
Innovation Solution
A flexible attachment device with pivotable clamping units that can be adjusted to any position along the holder or post, using a tensioning strap and clamping elements to secure the attachment device, allowing for easy access and orientation of holders relative to the post.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If clamping elements are used to attach holders to smooth posts, then the attachment can be achieved on various post surfaces, but the clamping force becomes insufficient in moist conditions when great force is exerted
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment device is divided into multiple independent clamping elements (first clamping element and second clamping element) that can work together to distribute and multiply the clamping force on smooth post surfaces, preventing slippage even in moist conditions
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple clamping elements are combined to act simultaneously on the post, creating a cumulative clamping effect that ensures sufficient holding force for heavy loads while maintaining adaptability to smooth surfaces
2Stability of the object's composition
If attaching brackets are attached to multiple holders simultaneously to increase stability, then holder stability improves, but ease of operation deteriorates due to difficulty in detaching holders
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment device incorporates pivotable connections that allow the clamping elements to dynamically adjust their position and orientation, enabling easy detachment while maintaining stable attachment during use
Solution Approach 2:
The pivotable clamping elements are pre-configured to allow straightforward detachment movements, making the release process simple and quick without requiring complex disassembly operations
3Adaptability or versatility
If a U-shaped support with multiple pin-hole connections is used for attachment, then adaptability to different positions is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping elements are designed with universal pivotable connections that can attach to holders at any position and orientation, eliminating the need for multiple discrete pin-hole connections while maintaining full adaptability
Solution Approach 2:
The pivotable connection mechanism provides flexible positioning capability, allowing the clamping elements to adapt to any holder position through rotational movement rather than requiring fixed attachment points
Data Source
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3~5
AI summary
The present invention relates to a system for attaching one or more panel-like information elements to a post, particularly a lamppost or traffic sign post, the system comprising: - a number of standing holders which are embodied to enable the panel-like information elements to be arranged therein and which are provided with one or more holder parts, wherein the holders can be mutually attached such that they can enclose the post; - at least one attachment device for attaching the holders to the post, the attachment device comprising: - a first clamping unit adapted to fixedly clamp the attachment device at random position to the post; - a second clamping unit adapted to fixedly clamp the attachment device at random position to the holder part of the holder.