Pivoting Arm Door Securing Apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional door locks are often insecure and can be easily defeated, failing to effectively prevent unwanted or unauthorized entry into a room.
Innovation Solution
A door securing apparatus comprising a mounting member, a pivoting arm extension, and a door-contacting member, where the pivoting arm extension is secured to the mounting member with a pivot-securing member, allowing the door to be locked in a closed position by applying pressure to the door frame, preventing it from opening without removal of the pivot-securing member.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional door locks are used, then the door can be locked, but they are insecure and can be easily defeated
Solution Approach 1:
The door securing apparatus is divided into distinct functional components: a mounting member for attachment to the door frame, a pivoting arm extension that provides the securing action, and a pivot-securing member that acts as the locking mechanism. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while maintaining overall simplicity and high security.
2Reliability
If a secure locking mechanism is implemented, then unauthorized entry is prevented, but the device becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The pivoting arm extension automatically engages with the door when the door is closed, and the pivot-securing member automatically locks into place without requiring manual intervention. The system secures itself through the natural closing motion of the door, eliminating the need for complex manual locking operations while maintaining high security.
3Reliability
If the pivoting arm extension is secured to the mounting member, then the door is secured in closed position, but the door cannot be opened without removing the pivot-securing member
Solution Approach 1:
The pivoting arm extension is designed to be dynamically secured to the mounting member through the pivot-securing member, allowing it to pivot when the door closes and then lock into a fixed position. This dynamic-to-static transition provides secure locking while maintaining a simple mechanical structure without complex mechanisms.
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AI summary
Disclosed is a door securing apparatus. The door securing apparatus includes a base member, a pivoting arm extension, and a door-contacting member that act in concert to secure a door in a closed position.