Universal Radiator Bracket With Pivoting Wing Mount
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing radiator brackets are not versatile enough to accommodate various types and designs of radiators, requiring multiple brackets based on the number of panels, presence of convector plates, and specific designs, leading to increased costs and complexity in storage and installation.
Innovation Solution
A universal console with a single pivoting wing that can be used with any panel radiator, regardless of the number of panels or convector plate design, featuring a stand part with an opening for the wing and an adjustable holding area for the radiator's lower edge, made from materials like plastic or die-cast zinc for cost-effectiveness and ease of use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different brackets are provided for different types of radiators (based on panel count, convector plate presence, and design variations), then the radiators can be properly mounted for their specific configurations, but the storage costs and device complexity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is designed with a universal structure that can accommodate different radiator types through a single pivoting wing that can be positioned in multiple locations. The stand part contains multiple openings that allow the wing to engage with different components (panel edges, convector plates, or meander structures) depending on the radiator configuration, eliminating the need for multiple specialized bracket models.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket incorporates a pivoting wing mechanism that can be rotated to different angular positions to adapt to various radiator configurations. The wing can pivot between horizontal and vertical orientations, and between different engagement positions, allowing a single static bracket body to provide dynamic adaptation to multiple radiator types without requiring multiple different bracket designs.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple different brackets are provided for different radiator configurations, then proper mounting is achieved, but the manufacturing costs and material requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket uses a standardized universal design with a single pivoting wing and multiple openings in the stand part that can serve different functions. This universal structure can be manufactured as a single component type, reducing tooling costs, material variety, and production complexity compared to manufacturing multiple specialized bracket models for different radiator configurations.
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket combines multiple functional elements (support function, clamping function, positioning function) into a single integrated component. The stand part with multiple openings and the single pivoting wing work together to provide adaptability to different radiator types, eliminating the need for separate components or multiple bracket models and thereby reducing manufacturing costs.
3Device complexity
If a single universal console is used for all radiator types, then material and storage costs are reduced, but the console must be designed to accommodate the most diverse configurations
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket is segmented into functional zones within the stand part, with multiple openings positioned at different locations and orientations. Each opening can serve as an engagement point for the pivoting wing depending on the radiator configuration. This segmentation allows the single console to be adapted to diverse radiator types by selectively using different openings and wing positions rather than requiring completely different console designs.
Solution Approach 2:
The single universal console achieves high adaptability through the dynamic pivoting capability of the wing, which can be rotated to engage with different radiator components. The combination of multiple fixed openings in the stand part and the movable pivoting wing creates a system that can dynamically adapt to various radiator configurations, effectively providing the versatility of multiple consoles through a single design.
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AI summary
The console (50) has a tubular stand part (20) inserted into a hollow space of a heating body, and comprising an opening (21). A swivelvable single vane (30) is arranged at a plastic holding device (40), whose height is adjusted in reference to the stand part. The stand part comprises a supporting surface, which is attached at the heating body, and a cover (23) in an upper area of the stand part. The vane is swivelable via the opening, in an outlet condition, in which the vane together with the stand part is guided-in or out into/from the heating body.