Rotatable Mounting Base for Versatile Ceiling and Wall Attachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional mounting bases are limited in their ability to be attached to multiple types of metal supporting structures and cannot be easily removed without damaging the structure, and they lack versatility to be affixed to walls or other supporting structures.
Innovation Solution
A mounting base with a rotatable member that can be adjusted between two orientations to accommodate different holding distances, allowing it to be securely attached to various ceiling structures, including T-bar and planar structures, and can be affixed to walls or pillars using fasteners or tie straps.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional mounting base is designed to attach to one type of metal supporting structure, then it can be securely fixed to that specific structure, but it cannot be attached to other types of metal supporting structures
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting base is designed with a rotatable member that can assume multiple orientations, allowing the same mounting base to accommodate different types of metal supporting structures (T-shaped beams, flat surfaces, etc.). This single structure performs multiple functions by changing its configuration, eliminating the need for different mounting bases for different structures.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotatable member introduces dynamic adjustability to the mounting base. By rotating the member between different orientations, the mounting base can adapt its holding distances and attachment geometry to match various supporting structure types, transforming a static structure into a dynamically adaptable one.
2Ease of operation
If additional fasteners are required to fix the mounting base when removing the electronic device, then the mounting base remains fixed to the supporting structure, but the installation steps become too cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The rotatable member serves a dual function: it both secures the mounting base to the supporting structure and facilitates easy removal. By simply rotating the member to a release orientation, the mounting base can be detached without requiring additional fasteners or complex tools, making the system self-sufficient for both installation and removal operations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the mounting base is designed for ceiling mounting only, then it can be securely attached to ceiling structures, but it cannot be affixed to walls or other supporting structures
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting base is designed as a universal mounting solution that can be installed on ceilings, walls, or other supporting structures. The rotatable member allows the same base structure to adapt to different mounting orientations and structural types, making it versatile for various installation locations without requiring location-specific designs.
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AI summary
A mounting base is provided. The mounting base is adapted to be selectively affixed to different supporting structures. The mounting base includes a mounting base body, a first hook, a second hook and a rotatable member. The first hook is formed on the mounting base body. The second hook is formed on the mounting base body. The rotatable member is pivoted on the mounting base body. The rotatable member is adapted to be rotated between a first orientation and the second orientation relative to the mounting base body. When the rotatable member is in the first orientation, the rotatable member is restricted by the mounting base body. When the rotatable member is in the second orientation, the rotatable member is restricted by the mounting base body.