Slidable Split Mounting Element for Angular Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting devices face challenges in achieving precise angular adjustment and alignment of objects, particularly in situations involving multiple mounting points and deformation of carriers, such as dashboards, due to manufacturing tolerances and misalignment of fasteners.
Innovation Solution
A multi-part mounting device with slidable ends that form a clamping region, allowing for flexible deformation and angular adjustment, which becomes rigid when clamped, and a clamping device with adjustable fastening elements for precise positioning and load distribution.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If a rigid mounting element is used to ensure high rigidity in the clamped state, then the rigidity is improved, but the ease of handling and angular adjustment during installation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting element is divided into multiple parts (first part and second part) that can slide relative to each other. This segmentation allows the mounting element to be flexible during installation for easy handling and angular adjustment, while becoming rigid when clamped in the final position.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting element transitions from a flexible state during installation to a rigid state when clamped. The slidable connection between parts allows dynamic adjustment during installation, while the clamped state provides the necessary rigidity for the final application.
2Ease of operation
If a multi-part mounting element with slidable ends is used to improve flexibility and ease of handling, then the ease of operation is improved, but the rigidity in the unclamped state worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting element is divided into multiple parts (first part and second part) that can slide relative to each other. This segmentation allows the mounting element to be flexible during installation for easy handling and angular adjustment, while becoming rigid when clamped in the final position.
Solution Approach 2:
The physical state of the mounting element changes from flexible to rigid through the clamping action. The slidable connection allows movement and deformation during installation, but when clamped, the relative displacement is eliminated and rigidity is achieved.
3Manufacturing precision
If threaded studs are precisely aligned during automated manufacturing to ensure accurate positioning, then the manufacturing precision is improved, but the complexity of the manufacturing process worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting element has the ability to self-align and compensate for misalignments through the slidable connection between its parts. The flexible design allows automatic adjustment to accommodate deviations in threaded stud positions, eliminating the need for high-precision alignment during automated manufacturing.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting element's flexible design allows it to adapt to varying positions of threaded studs. The slidable connection enables the mounting element to compensate for misalignments, making the manufacturing process less sensitive to precision requirements.
4Force
If multiple mounting points are used to secure heavy objects, then the load distribution is improved, but the complexity of the mounting device worsens
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting element is designed to function at multiple mounting points simultaneously. The flexible multi-part design allows a single mounting element to accommodate and distribute loads across multiple threaded studs, reducing the need for separate mounting devices at each point.
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
Enables variable orientation of objects with improved rigidity and load distribution, compensating for misalignment and deformation, and allows for automatic assembly from a single direction, ensuring accurate positioning and secure attachment.
Implementation Method 1
the mounting element can easily be deformed into an S-shape... The mounting element retains its embossed S-shape and becomes relatively rigid, or even stiffer, due to its now fixed length
Implementation Method 2
Friction within the universal joint holds the device in the set position
Data Source
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AI summary
A mounting device that allows for adjustable and lockable angular adjustment of an object to a support is characterized by the provision of at least one split mounting element, each part of which has a hole in a region that enables attachment to the object or to a bracket attached to the object. The parts have a common clamping region at their ends facing away from the respective hole, facing each other, and which are slidable relative to each other. This clamping region enables attachment to the support. The mounting unit is clamped by means of a clamping device that engages in the clamping region. Before clamping, the mounting device is initially flexible and adjusts to the precise angular position of the screw bolts protruding from the support. After clamping, it is rigid, and the set position is locked.