Tripod Head Clamping Structure for Multi-Angle Camera Positioning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing tripod heads restrict flexibility in adjusting photographic devices to accommodate vertical or oblique shooting angles, limiting the ability to achieve multi-angle rotation.
Innovation Solution
A tripod-head structure with a first and second clamping plate, a rotating base, and an adjustment component that allows the slide rail to slide between arc-shaped grooves for easy angle adjustment, secured by a tightening element that can be switched between locked and unlocked positions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a ball head design is used, then the tripod head can provide stable support, but the rotation is restricted to the center of a ball plug and cannot accommodate vertical or oblique shooting
Solution Approach 1:
The tripod head is divided into multiple functional components: a rotating base with arc-shaped grooves, clamping plates, and a slide rail system. This segmentation allows independent adjustment of rotation and tilting angles, enabling versatile shooting positions while maintaining operational simplicity through dedicated adjustment components.
Solution Approach 2:
The design incorporates dynamic adjustment capabilities where the slide rail can slide along the arc-shaped grooves to change the rotation center position, and the clamping plates can be moved between locked and unlocked states. This dynamic structure enables transition between fixed stable support and flexible multi-angle adjustment.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a ball-type tripod head is used, then horizontal shooting is allowed, but vertical or oblique shooting cannot be accommodated
Solution Approach 1:
The rotating base with arc-shaped grooves serves multiple functions: it enables horizontal rotation, vertical tilting, and oblique positioning within a single integrated structure. The slide rail system allows the same base to accommodate different shooting orientations without requiring separate mounting mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The design adds dimensional flexibility by incorporating arc-shaped grooves that allow movement in multiple directions (horizontal and vertical planes). The slide rail extends the adjustment capability into a third dimension, enabling oblique shooting angles that combine both horizontal and vertical adjustments.
3Ease of operation
If the slide rail is slidable for angle adjustment, then multi-angle rotation is enabled, but the clamping force must be sufficient to secure the position
Solution Approach 1:
The tightening element is pre-configured with threading that engages with the clamping plate, so that when activated, it immediately applies clamping force to secure the slide rail in its adjusted position. This preliminary mechanical arrangement ensures that the clamping action is ready and effective as soon as adjustment is completed.
Solution Approach 2:
The tightening element acts as an intermediary between the adjustment operation and the clamping force application. It translates the user's adjustment action into a secure clamping force that holds the slide rail firmly against the arc-shaped groove, maintaining both ease of adjustment and strong securing capability.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and straightforward multi-angle rotation adjustment of photographic devices, allowing for secure positioning at desired angles without detachment, enhancing shooting flexibility.
Implementation Method 1
the tightening element presses the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate together to clamp and secure the slide rail
Data Source
AI summary
A tripod-head structure includes a first clamping plate, a second clamping plate, a rotating base, a tightening element, and an adjustment component. The first clamping plate includes a first arc-shaped groove, and the second clamping plate includes a second arc-shaped groove. A portion of a slide rail of the rotating base is placed between the first arc-shaped groove and the second arc-shaped groove. The tightening element passes through the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate. The adjustment component is connected to the tightening element and switchable between an unlocked position and a locked position. In the unlocked position, the slide rail is slidable to adjust an angle of the rotating base. In the locked position, the tightening element presses the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate to tightly secure the slide rail for rapid adjustment of the angle of the rotating base.