Tattoo Machine Camera Assembly Vibration Resistance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current camera systems used in tattooing, such as tripods and body-attached cameras, face challenges like distance, stationary nature, and space constraints, making it difficult for tattoo recipients to observe and approve the tattooing process, leading to an uncomfortable and less enjoyable experience.
Innovation Solution
A tattoo machine camera assembly that integrates a camera directly onto the tattoo machine, using a camera mount and adjustable arm for a close-up view, allowing live streaming and recording of the process, which can be viewed remotely without requiring internet connectivity.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Length of moving object
If a tripod with attached camera is used to record the tattooing process, then the recording distance is increased, but the space required interferes with the artist and the view is not close enough
Solution Approach 1:
The camera assembly is merged with the tattoo machine by coupling the camera assembly to the frame or grip of the tattoo machine. This integration allows the camera to be positioned close to the tattooing area without requiring separate tripod space, resolving the contradiction between recording distance and space requirements.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a tripod with attached camera is used to record the tattooing process, then the recording is stable, but the stationary nature prevents ideal viewing angles
Solution Approach 1:
The camera assembly incorporates an adjustable arm that allows the camera to be positioned at various angles and distances while maintaining stability during recording. This dynamic adjustment capability resolves the contradiction between recording stability and viewing angle flexibility.
3Length of moving object
If body-attached cameras are used to record the tattooing process, then the point of view is close, but the positioning is non-ideal and uncomfortable for the recipient
Solution Approach 1:
The camera assembly acts as an intermediary device mounted on the tattoo machine rather than on the recipient's body. This eliminates the need for the recipient to contort their body or neck to accommodate a camera, while still providing close-up views of the tattooing process.
4Loss of information
If the recipient observes the tattooing process up close, then the collaboration is improved, but the recipient must strain or contort their body which reduces comfort
Solution Approach 1:
The camera creates a visual copy of the tattooing process that can be viewed on a remote device. This allows the recipient to see high-quality images of the tattoo without needing to be in physical proximity to the tattooing area, eliminating body strain while maintaining visual feedback quality.
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AI summary
A tattoo machine camera assembly comprises a camera assembly coupled to a tattoo machine. The tattoo machine camera assembly further comprises a camera mount for coupling the camera assembly to the tattoo machine. The camera mount may be formed separately from the tattoo machine or formed integrally with the tattoo machine. The tattoo machine camera assembly may be formed so that the camera is resistant to vibration created by the operation of the tattoo machine. A method of video recording the tattooing process may also be implemented.