Suction Cup Camera Mount With Self-Locking Conversion Component
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing suction cup holders for sports cameras are complicated and time-consuming to install and disassemble, potentially causing missed opportunities for capturing crucial moments in photography or video recording.
Innovation Solution
A suction cup holder with a conversion component featuring a fastening component, a locking component, and a movable member that allows for easy assembly and disassembly, providing automatic locking and secure connection to the camera equipment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a traditional suction cup holder with lifting rod and nut/buckle mechanism is used, then the connection is secure, but the installation and disassembly process becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The suction cup holder employs a self-locking mechanism where the lifting member automatically locks the connecting member in position through elastic deformation of the resilient portion. When the connecting member is inserted, the resilient portion deforms and then returns to its original shape, creating automatic locking without requiring nuts or buckles. This self-service mechanism eliminates complicated fastening operations while maintaining secure connection.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the traditional mechanical fastening system (lifting rod with nut or buckle) with an elastic deformation-based locking mechanism. The resilient portion of the lifting member undergoes elastic deformation to engage with the connecting member, substituting complex mechanical assemblies with a simpler elastic-mechanical system that achieves the same locking function more efficiently.
2Reliability
If a traditional suction cup holder with multiple components is used, then the connection is secure, but the structure becomes complicated and difficult to carry
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple traditional components into a unified integrated structure. The lifting member combines the functions of the lifting rod, locking mechanism, and fastening element into a single component. The base integrates the suction cup mounting structure with the locking mechanism housing. This merging reduces the number of separate parts while maintaining secure connection functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The lifting member serves multiple functions simultaneously: it acts as the lifting rod for adjusting height, provides the locking mechanism through its resilient portion, and functions as the fastening element that secures the connecting member. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate nuts, buckles, or locking pins, simplifying the overall structure while maintaining reliability.
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 solution simplifies the structure, making the suction cup holder easy to carry and assemble, achieving reliable locking and improved security of the camera connection, allowing for quick attachment and detachment from mounting surfaces.
Implementation Method 1
at least one resetting member arranged between the locating member and the movable member
Data Source
AI summary
A conversion component of a suction cup holder for photography equipment includes a fastening component; and a locking component fixed on the fastening component. The locking component includes a locating member fastened on the fastening component, a movable member movably located between the fastening component and the locating member, and a resetting member arranged between the locating member and the movable member. A connecting member which is configured to be connected with photography equipment can pass through the fastening component and can be locked under a cooperation of the fastening component, the movable member and the resetting member.