Pole-Mounted Camera With Reflector And Wireless Transmission
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional observation cameras lack versatility due to their specialized designs and high costs, making them inadequate for various observation scenarios and locations.
Innovation Solution
A versatile camera device mountable on a pole, featuring a cylindrical portion, leg portion, light-transmitting portion, reflector, and image pickup camera, along with a control substrate and battery, allowing for multiple installation modes and easy adaptation to different environments, including golf courses, wildlife observation, and ecological monitoring.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional observation cameras are designed with specialized forms and equipment for specific locations, then the observation function for that specific location is improved, but the versatility across different locations and occasions deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a standardized camera device with a universal mounting interface that can be installed on various poles and structures across different locations. The camera housing, mounting bracket, and pole adapter form a universal system that maintains observation functionality while adapting to diverse installation environments, eliminating the need for location-specific custom designs
2Reliability
If various types of observation cameras are developed independently for different locations, then the observation performance for each specific location is improved, but the overall cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent reduces cost through universality by standardizing the camera device components (housing, mounting bracket, pole adapter) that can be manufactured in bulk and reused across multiple locations. Only the camera sensor module needs to be selected based on specific observation requirements, while the structural components remain standardized, significantly reducing per-unit costs compared to fully custom designs
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the camera system into modular components: camera sensor module, mounting bracket, pole adapter, and housing. This segmentation allows independent optimization of the camera module for specific observation needs while keeping other components standardized and interchangeable, achieving cost efficiency through standardized manufacturing of common parts
3Adaptability or versatility
If a standardized camera device is used for multiple locations, then the versatility and cost-effectiveness are improved, but the adaptation to specific location conditions may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics through an adjustable mounting bracket system that can be configured in different positions and angles to adapt to specific location conditions. The bracket includes adjustable arms and mounting points that allow optimization of camera orientation for various pole diameters, heights, and observation requirements, enabling the standardized device to adapt dynamically to different installation environments
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
The device provides a cost-effective, easy-to-use solution for observing various subjects and environments, with adjustable installation options and wireless image signal transmission, enhancing versatility and usability across multiple applications.
Implementation Method 1
a reflector which receives light entering from the light-transmitting portion 113
Implementation Method 2
a control substrate including a transmitter which generates radio waves including an image signal from the image pickup camera
Data Source
AI summary
A versatile camera device to be mounted to a pole, includes a cylindrical portion, a leg portion, and a light-transmitting portion provided in a axial middle portion of the cylindrical portion toward the other end and forming a part of the cylindrical portion. Further included are a reflector which receives light entering from the light-transmitting portion and an image pickup camera which receives light reflected from the reflector at an image pickup unit. The device further includes a control substrate including a transmitter which generates radio waves including an image signal from the image pickup camera and a controller, a battery and a lid.