Seat and Track Adjustment Device with Pivoting Laser Alignment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing alignment devices for two- or three-wheeled vehicles are inadequate for precise and easy adjustment of vehicle parts, often relying on manual alignment which is imprecise.
Innovation Solution
A seat and/or track adjustment device with a laser holding device featuring a pivot arm connected to a vehicle fastening device via a pivot joint, allowing the laser emitter to pivot in two directions, and a multi-element pivot arm design for precise alignment of vehicle parts using a laser beam.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If manual alignment is used for vehicle parts, then the device complexity is low, but the manufacturing precision and measurement precision are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical alignment with an optical measurement system using a laser emitter. The laser provides a precise reference beam that can be accurately aligned with vehicle parts, eliminating the imprecision of manual eye-based alignment while maintaining operational simplicity through intuitive optical reference.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a laser emitter as an intermediary tool between the aligner and the vehicle parts. The laser beam serves as a precise reference mediator that defines the alignment target, allowing for accurate positioning of seats and wheels without requiring complex mechanical alignment devices.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed laser holder is used, then the device complexity is low, but the adaptability is limited for aligning different vehicle parts
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic adjustability in the laser holder through a pivot arm mechanism with pivot joints. This allows the laser emitter to be positioned in multiple orientations and angles, adapting to different alignment requirements for various vehicle parts such as seats, wheels, and handlebars, while maintaining a relatively simple overall device structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the laser holder into segmented components including a pivot arm, pivot joints, and adjustable positioning mechanisms. This segmentation allows independent adjustment of each component to achieve the desired laser orientation, providing versatility for aligning different vehicle parts without requiring a completely different device for each application.
3Measurement precision
If precise alignment of multiple vehicle parts is required, then the measurement precision improves, but the alignment time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a laser-based optical system to rapidly establish precise alignment references compared to traditional mechanical measurement tools. The laser beam provides immediate visual feedback for alignment, reducing the time required to achieve precise positioning of multiple vehicle parts while maintaining high measurement accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent allows for preliminary setup of the laser holder in a standardized position that can be quickly adjusted to different alignment targets. The pivot arm mechanism can be pre-positioned and then rapidly fine-tuned using the pivot joints, enabling efficient sequential alignment of multiple vehicle parts without requiring complete reconfiguration between measurements.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables precise alignment of vehicle parts such as seats and wheels by aligning a laser beam to a reference mark, ensuring accurate positioning and easy operation.
Implementation Method 1
at least one laser emitter is fastened to the pivot arm
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a seat and/or track adjustment device for a two- or three-wheeled vehicle with a laser holding device and a vehicle fastening device, wherein the laser holding device has a pivot arm to which at least one laser emitter is fastened, wherein the pivot arm is connected to the vehicle fastening device via a pivot joint on which a locking device is formed, and the at least one laser emitter is pivotable in a first direction and in a second direction opposite to the first direction.According to the invention, the pivot arm can be pivoted alternately to the first direction or to the second direction and has at least a first alignment arm, a second alignment arm connected to the first alignment arm via a pivot joint and a laser holding arm connected to the second alignment arm via a pivot joint, to which laser holding arm the at least one laser emitter is fastened, wherein a locking device is formed on the pivot joint between the first alignment arm and the second alignment arm and the pivot joint between the second alignment arm and the laser holding arm.