Securing Base Clamp Design to Prevent Bolt Over-Rotation Detachment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional securing bases for display suspending apparatuses are prone to malfunction when the bolt member is over-rotated, causing the clamp member to fall off and rendering the securing base non-functional.
Innovation Solution
The securing base design includes a base seat unit with a receiving groove and a clamp unit featuring a bolt member that engages a threaded hole in the clamp member, allowing the clamp member to move between positions to adjust the clamp opening size, with a securing plate preventing the clamp member from falling off even when the bolt member is continuously rotated.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the bolt member is over-rotated to adjust the clamp opening size, then the adjustability of the clamp opening is improved, but the clamp member falls off from the end portion of the bolt member, rendering the securing base non-functional
Solution Approach 1:
The securing plate is preliminarily positioned to block the receiving groove before the clamp member can fall off. This preventive structure creates a barrier that counteracts the potential harmful effect of over-rotation, allowing the bolt member to be rotated freely for adjustment without risking loss of the clamp member.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing plate acts as an intermediary element between the bolt member and the clamp member. It mediates the interaction by providing a stopping surface within the receiving groove, preventing direct contact between the clamp member and the end of the bolt member, thus avoiding the clamp member falling off.
2Ease of operation
If the bolt member is continuously rotated beyond the intended position, then the ease of operation is improved, but the clamp member becomes detached, causing malfunction
Solution Approach 1:
The securing plate creates a preliminary barrier that prevents the harmful effect of over-rotation. Users can rotate the bolt member continuously without worry, as the securing plate will stop the clamp member before it falls off, thus maintaining ease of operation while preventing malfunction.
Solution Approach 2:
The securing plate provides a cushioning effect by being positioned in advance within the receiving groove. When the clamp member reaches the securing plate during rotation, the plate prevents further movement that would cause detachment, effectively cushioning against the potential failure mode.
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
This design ensures the clamp member remains securely attached, allowing for adjustable clamp opening sizes and enhanced stability by preventing the clamp member from falling off during rotation, thus maintaining the functionality of the securing base.
Implementation Method 1
The clamp member has an engaging segment that is threadedly engaged with the bolt member
Data Source
AI summary
A securing base includes a base seat unit and a clamp unit. The base seat unit includes a base seat formed with a receiving groove, and a securing plate secured to the base seat. The clamp unit includes a clamp member and a bolt member. The clamp member has an engaging segment disposed within the receiving groove, and a clamp segment disposed outside of the base seat unit. The bolt member extends drivingly through the engaging segment and extends rotatably into the securing plate. Rotation of the bolt member drives the clamp member to move along the bolt member, thereby moving the clamp segment to be distal from or proximate to the securing plate.