Tilt-Swivel Mount Assembly for Level Monitor Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tilt and swivel mounting systems for monitors and devices are inconvenient due to the need for tools to adjust load resistance and lack of prevention against undesirable rotation, leading to non-level positioning of equipment.
Innovation Solution
A tilt and swivel mounting device with a base member, first and second discs, and a control knob that allows for adjustable compression, restricting movement to two perpendicular directions without requiring special tools, ensuring level alignment and easy repositioning of equipment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If friction hinge and clamped axle tilt mechanisms are used, then tilt and rotation functionality is provided, but undesirable clockwise or counterclockwise rotation occurs allowing mounted equipment to assume a non-level position
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting device is divided into separate functional components: a first disc for tilt movement, a second disc for rotation movement, and a friction control mechanism. This segmentation allows independent control of each degree of freedom, preventing unwanted rotation while maintaining tilt functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
A friction control mechanism acts as an intermediary between the user and the pivot points. By adjusting the friction force through a control knob, the user can prevent undesirable rotation while still allowing intentional tilt adjustments. The friction mechanism mediates between the gravitational force causing rotation and the structural constraints.
2Adaptability or versatility
If tool-based adjustable clamping is employed, then load resistance can be increased or decreased, but a wrench or screwdriver is required for adjustment
Solution Approach 1:
The control knob enables the user to directly adjust the friction force without requiring external tools. The knob threads onto the axial shaft and can be turned by hand to increase or decrease compression on the friction elements, allowing self-service adjustment of load resistance.
Solution Approach 2:
The traditional wrench-based mechanical adjustment system is replaced with a hand-operated threaded knob mechanism. The threads on the axial shaft convert rotational motion of the knob into axial compression force, eliminating the need for external wrenches or screwdrivers.
3Ease of manufacture
If predetermined load resistance components are used, then construction is simplified, but the device cannot be adjusted for varying equipment weights
Solution Approach 1:
The friction force is made dynamically adjustable through the control knob mechanism. Rather than using fixed friction elements, the system allows the user to change the compression force on the friction surfaces, adapting the load resistance to match different equipment weights and operational requirements.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and tool-free adjustment of equipment positioning, preventing undesirable rotation and maintaining level alignment, suitable for a range of equipment weights and applications.
Implementation Method 1
Known tilt swivel device mounting systems typically employ various friction hinge and clamped axle tilt mechanisms
Data Source
AI summary
A tilt and swivel mounting device may include a base member, a first disc in contact with the base member, and a second disc in contact with the first disc. The first disc may be restricted to moving substantially in a first direction relative to the base member. The second disc may be restricted to moving substantially in a second direction, wherein the second direction is substantially perpendicular to the first direction relative to the first disc. A cover may be attached to the base member for housing the first and second discs in an assembly compressible in response to a user rotatable control. A support base may be attached to an axial shaft, and the axial shaft may be axially coupled to the assembly.