Retractable Hull Mounting Platform for Data Collector Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing underwater data collection systems on watercraft are prone to disruption or damage due to impact with submerged objects or external forces, lacking a robust mounting system that protects these devices.
Innovation Solution
A moveable mounting platform coupled to spring supports allows data detection and collection devices to move in any direction in response to external impact, protected within a protective cavity in the hull, and can be actively or passively deployed using a bungee cord system.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If data collection devices are mounted rigidly to the hull, then device stability and measurement precision are improved, but device vulnerability to impact damage increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies beforehand cushioning by providing a recess cavity in the hull bottom that can receive and protect data collection devices. The cavity acts as a pre-prepared protective space that absorbs impact forces before they can damage the mounted devices, allowing rigid mounting for precision while protecting against impact through the cushioning effect of the recessed cavity structure
2Ease of operation
If data collection devices are mounted on the hull bottom, then device accessibility and ease of operation are improved, but device vulnerability to external forces increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the nesting principle by placing the data collection devices within a recess cavity in the hull bottom. The cavity acts as a nested protective structure that houses the devices, providing both protection from external forces and maintained accessibility for operation. The devices are nested within the hull structure rather than being externally mounted, combining protection with operational access
3Ease of operation
If data collection devices are mounted externally on the hull, then device accessibility is improved, but device exposure to harmful factors increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by creating a specific recessed area in the hull bottom with different structural characteristics from the rest of the hull. The cavity provides localized protection qualities (recessed, protected space) while maintaining the overall hull structure, allowing devices mounted in this specific local area to be protected from submerged object impacts while remaining accessible for operation
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
The system effectively protects data collection devices from impact-related damage by allowing the mounting platform to move freely and retract into the hull cavity, ensuring device safety and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
said moveable mounting platform being coupled to spring supports which allows said moveable mounting platform when deployed to move on said spring supports in any direction with respect to the hull in response to external impact or force
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AI summary
A watercraft mounting system that embodies a moving mounting platform and a protective hull cavity which provides protection, prevents damage and improves storage of data collection systems.