Storage Case Elevating Mechanism for Projector Height Adjustment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing storage cases for projectors cannot adjust height or projection direction, leading to delays in setup when used at different locations.

Innovation Solution

Incorporation of an elevating mechanism and an angle adjusting mechanism within the storage case to allow for adjustable projector height and direction, eliminating the need to manually adjust leg lengths.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If the storage case is used as a placing part for the projector without an elevating mechanism, then the structure remains simple, but the projection height and projection direction cannot be adjusted

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadjustability of projection height and directionVSAvoidstructure of storage case
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent combines the elevating mechanism and angle adjusting mechanism directly into the storage case structure. The elevating mechanism includes a support rod with a gripping part that can be moved up and down within the storage case, while the angle adjusting mechanism includes a rotation part that enables angular adjustment of the projector. This merging approach adds adjustability functionality without requiring separate standalone devices, thus improving adaptability while controlling structural complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The storage case is designed to serve multiple functions: it stores the projector, provides an elevating mechanism for height adjustment, includes an angle adjusting mechanism for direction adjustment, and can function as a placing part when opened. This multi-functionality allows a single device to replace what would otherwise require multiple separate components, improving adaptability while maintaining reasonable structural complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Productivity

If manual leg adjustment is required to equalize heights, then the basic structure remains simple, but the preparation time increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesetup speedVSAvoidpreparation time
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces dynamic adjustment capabilities through the elevating mechanism and angle adjusting mechanism. The gripping part can be freely moved up and down along the support rod, and the rotation part enables dynamic angular adjustment of the projector. These dynamic features allow rapid adaptation to different projection scenarios without time-consuming manual leg adjustments, thus improving productivity and reducing time loss.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The elevating mechanism includes a gripping part that can be easily operated by the user to adjust the height of the projector within the storage case. The angle adjusting mechanism allows the user to independently adjust the projection direction without requiring assistance or complex procedures. This self-service capability enables users to quickly set up the projector for different locations and scenarios, significantly reducing preparation time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Ease of operation

If the projector is fixed in the storage case without adjustment mechanisms, then the structure remains simple, but the projection direction cannot be properly aligned with the screen

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveease of projection alignmentVSAvoidadjustment mechanisms
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The angle adjusting mechanism includes a rotation part that enables the projector to be rotated and adjusted to different angles. This dynamic adjustment capability allows the projector to be easily aligned with screens at various positions and orientations, significantly improving ease of operation. The rotation mechanism is integrated into the storage case structure, maintaining reasonable complexity while providing necessary adjustability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent enables changes in the projection parameters by allowing the projector to be adjusted in height through the elevating mechanism and in angle through the angle adjusting mechanism. These parameter changes (height and angle) allow the projection to be properly aligned with screens at different locations and orientations, improving ease of operation while the mechanisms are integrated to control the increase in device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS9921460B2Storage case to accommodate a projector and to move the projector up and down
Publication Date: 2018.03.20 RICOH CO LTD
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  • US9921460B2 patent drawing
  • US9921460B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A storage case includes a storage space accommodating a projector, a cover body configured to open or close an upper opening of the storage space, an elevating mechanism provided in the storage space and configured to move the projector up and down, and an adjusting mechanism configured to adjust a projection direction of the projector moved up by the elevating mechanism.