Desktop Rehab Robot Clamp Mount for Stable No-Drill Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current desktop upper limb rehabilitation robots require drilling threaded holes in the desktop for secure mounting, making them unsuitable for all types of desks.
Innovation Solution
A desktop upper limb rehabilitation robot with a clamping structure that includes a bottom plate, threaded rod, and clamping member, allowing secure attachment to a desktop without drilling, using a clamp mechanism.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If screws are used to secure the robot to the desktop, then the robot achieves stable mounting, but the desktop is damaged by drilling threaded holes
Solution Approach 1:
A clamp member is introduced as an intermediary component between the robot and the desktop. The clamp member clamps the desktop edge without drilling, while the threaded rod provides the securing mechanism. This intermediary structure transfers the mounting function from direct screw-to-desktop attachment to a clamp-based system that preserves the desktop.
2Object-affected harmful factors
If a clamping structure is used to avoid drilling, then the desktop is protected from damage, but the mounting stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The clamp member and threaded rod structure are merged into an integrated mounting system. The clamp member provides the clamping action on the desktop edge, while the threaded rod structure provides secure fastening. The bottom plate connects these components, creating a unified structure that achieves both desktop protection and mounting stability simultaneously.
3Reliability
If traditional screw mounting is used, then the robot achieves secure attachment, but the method is unsuitable for all types of desks
Solution Approach 1:
The clamping structure is designed with universal applicability to accommodate various desktop types and edge configurations. The clamp member can adapt to different desktop materials and designs by clamping the edge, while the threaded rod structure provides consistent securing. This universal mounting approach works across diverse desktop scenarios without requiring drilling.
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 stable and versatile mounting on various desktops without damaging them, enhancing usability and adaptability.
Implementation Method 1
a threaded rod structure (30) threadedly connected to the clamping member (20)
Data Source
AI summary
A desktop upper limb rehabilitation robot includes: a housing having a bottom plate; a clamping member comprising a main body slidably connected to the bottom plate and a jaw connected to the main body, the main body defining a threaded hole, the threaded hole and the jaw located at opposite sides of the bottom plate; a threaded rod structure comprising a threaded rod, the threaded rod comprising an end rotatably connected to and abutting against the bottom plate, the threaded rod threadedly engaged with the threaded hole, and the threaded rod configured to rotate with respect to the bottom plate so as to drive the main body to move with respect to the bottom plate, allowing the jaw to move together with the main body to a desired position where an edge of a desk is sandwiched between the bottom plate and the jaw.