Rotatable Seat Mounting With Tool-Free Locking Positions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting systems for objects like vehicle or aircraft seats require complex and time-intensive processes to change orientations, often necessitating the use of different fittings and tools, which is inefficient and laborious.
Innovation Solution
A rotatable mounting system with a first portion attached to the object and a second portion attached to the surface, allowing for easy rotation and locking in different orientations without the need for additional tools or fittings, utilizing a locking mechanism with a spring-biased ball and recesses for secure positioning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If different fittings are used to change seat orientation, then the seat can be mounted in different orientations, but the process becomes complex and time-intensive
Solution Approach 1:
The fitting is designed with multiple functional positions that allow it to mount the seat in different orientations (longitudinal, lateral, transverse) using the same fitting component. The fitting can be rotated to different angular positions around the vertical axis, with each position providing a different mounting orientation capability, thus eliminating the need for multiple different fittings.
Solution Approach 2:
The fitting incorporates a rotatable mechanism that allows dynamic adjustment of its orientation. The fitting can be rotated to different angular positions and locked in place, enabling the mounting system to adapt to different seat orientation requirements without requiring manual disassembly and reassembly of different fittings.
2Adaptability or versatility
If different fittings are used to change seat orientation, then the seat can be mounted in different orientations, but tools are required to undo and attach fittings
Solution Approach 1:
The fitting incorporates a self-locking mechanism with detent positions that automatically lock the fitting in place when rotated to the desired orientation. The operator simply needs to rotate the fitting to the required position, and the locking mechanism automatically secures it without requiring additional tools for tightening or fastening.
Solution Approach 2:
A locking mechanism acts as an intermediary between the rotating fitting and the mounting structure. This locking mechanism engages with detent positions on the fitting, providing automatic securing without requiring external tools. The locking mechanism mediates the transition between different rotational positions and ensures secure mounting in each position.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple configurations are provided for seat direction, then seat orientation can be changed, but special parts and tools are required
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of providing multiple different fitting configurations for different seat directions, the invention uses a single universal fitting that can be rotated to achieve multiple orientations. This single multi-functional fitting replaces what would otherwise require several different specialized fittings, reducing the quantity of special parts needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention merges the functionality of multiple different fittings into a single rotating fitting assembly. By combining the orientation-adjustment capability with the mounting function in one component, the system eliminates the need for multiple separate parts, thereby reducing inventory requirements and simplifying the mounting system.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and tool-free reorientation of mounted objects, enhancing efficiency and safety by simplifying the mounting process and ensuring reliable load-bearing capabilities in all orientations.
Implementation Method 1
a locking mechanism with a spring-biased ball and recesses for secure positioning
Implementation Method 2
locking mechanism configured to lock the first portion relative to the second portion when the first portion is at a predetermined rotational position
Data Source
AI summary
A mounting system for mounting an object to a surface in two or more orientations relative to the surface, the mounting system comprising a first portion (11) configured to be attached to the object, in use, and a second portion (12) configured to be attached to the surface, in used, wherein the first portion and the second portion are rotatable relative to each other, and further comprising a locking mechanism (30) configured to lock the first portion relative to the second portion when the first portion is at a predetermined rotational position relative to the second portion.