Remote Control Locking Element Tool Cavity and Cover Detent
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing adjustment devices for remote control assemblies face difficulties in easily moving the locking element from the locked to the unlocked position, especially in areas with limited access, and verifying full engagement, which can lead to damage during servicing.
Innovation Solution
A motion transmitting remote control assembly with a locking element that includes a slider and locking teeth, a cavity for tool insertion to facilitate unlocking, and a cover with a detent for easy verification and operation, allowing efficient movement between locked and unlocked positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If the locking element is designed to be securely locked, then the locking reliability is improved, but the ease of unlocking deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
A tool receptacle is provided in the locking element that receives a servicing tool. The servicing tool acts as an intermediary to apply force to the locking element, enabling easy unlocking without directly manipulating the locking element itself. This resolves the contradiction by providing a secure locked state while enabling easy unlocking through the intermediary tool.
2Device complexity
If the locking element structure is simplified, then the device complexity is reduced, but the ease of verification of engagement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
A cover is provided that can be in different positions to indicate the engagement state of the locking element. The cover provides visual verification through its position (e.g., covering or uncovering the locking element), allowing easy verification of engagement without complex structural additions. This maintains simple locking element structure while improving ease of verification.
Data Source
AI summary
A remote control assembly having a conduit and a core element slidably disposed in the conduit. An adjustment device is selectively connected to one of the conduit and the core element for adjusting an effective length thereof. The adjustment device includes an adjustment housing and a slider. A locking element, having locking teeth, engages with slider teeth of the slider. The locking element defines a cavity for allowing insertion of a tool to facilitate movement of the locking element from a locked position to an unlocked position. Also, a cover is slidably supported on the housing and the cover includes a detent to further facilitate movement of the locking element.