Equipment mounting system
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing equipment mounting systems require individual adaptation for each piece of equipment, making them time-consuming and labor-intensive, especially for mobile applications, as they need to be re-mounted and re-secured in new locations, which increases the effort and time required.
Innovation Solution
A quick mount track system with tapered edges and a backing plate that includes mounting points for direct force transfer, a flush mounting surface for sealing, and diamond contoured regions for secure coupling, allowing for easy installation and relocation of equipment by providing a modular and adaptable mounting solution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional mounting systems are used with manufacturer-specific mounting locations, then equipment can be securely mounted to structures, but individual adaptation is required for each piece of equipment which increases time and labor
Solution Approach 1:
The track system provides universal mounting locations that can accommodate multiple different pieces of equipment without requiring individual adaptation. The track serves as a multi-functional interface that standardizes the mounting process across various equipment types, eliminating the need for custom mounting solutions for each device.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system is segmented into a fixed track component and a removable mount component. This segmentation allows the track to remain permanently installed on the structure while different mounts can be attached and detached as needed, separating the permanent infrastructure from the temporary equipment attachments.
2Reliability
If traditional mounting systems are used with manufacturer-specific mounting locations, then equipment can be securely mounted, but re-mounting equipment in new locations requires extensive time and effort
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting system transitions from a static, fixed-location mounting approach to a dynamic system where mounts can be easily attached at various locations along the track and quickly relocated when needed. The quick-release mechanism enables the system to adapt to changing requirements without extensive rework.
Solution Approach 2:
The track is pre-installed on the structure with multiple potential mounting locations available before equipment arrival. This preliminary preparation eliminates the need for on-site adaptation work when equipment needs to be mounted or relocated, as all necessary mounting points are already in place.
3Reliability
If individual adaptation is performed for each piece of equipment, then proper mounting can be achieved, but the amount of effort and labor increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The track system is designed to be self-configuring through the diamond contoured target regions and half diamond contour regions that automatically guide and align the mounting studs during attachment. This self-alignment feature reduces the skill level and effort required for installation, as the system assists in achieving proper mounting without requiring extensive manual adjustment.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system changes the geometric parameters of the interface through diamond contoured regions that provide both alignment and retention functions. This geometric design transforms the mounting process from a complex alignment task to a simple insertion and locking operation, significantly reducing installation effort.
Data Source
AI summary
An equipment mounting system includes a quick mount track (11) with tapered edges (3611, 3612) couple to a surface or structure. The quick mount track includes a backing plate (15), one or more mounting points positioned such that any forces exerted on a mount (50) coupled to the quick mount track is transferred directly through the quick mount track to the one or more mounting points. The quick mount track also includes a flush mounting surface (3610) that creates and maintains a seal between the quick mount track and the surface, and a chase (3605) is disposed in the quick mount track and defined by the flush mounting surface. A plurality of diamond contoured target regions (13) and a plurality of half diamond contour regions in the backing plate aid in coupling the mount to the quick mount track.