Variable Rotation Sight Compensating Mechanism
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional sights have adjusting caps that can only be rotated a fixed number of rounds, limiting operational flexibility.
Innovation Solution
A compensating mechanism that includes a base unit, transmission unit, adjusting cap, and rotation setting unit, allowing the allowable number of rotation of the adjusting cap to be changed by a movable element and constraining elements.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the adjusting cap is designed with a fixed rotation limit, then the structure is simple and reliable, but the operational flexibility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the rotation limit of the adjusting cap variable rather than fixed. The movable element can shift between different positions on the grooved element, allowing the rotation constraint to dynamically change from one round to two rounds based on user needs. This resolves the contradiction by enabling operational flexibility without requiring multiple different sight units.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the rotation constraint function into multiple discrete options (one round, two rounds, or unlimited). The grooved element has distinct grooved portions at different positions, and the movable element can selectively engage with each, dividing the overall rotation control into separable, selectable segments. This allows the system to maintain simplicity while providing adaptability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the adjustable rotation mechanism is added, then the operational flexibility is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by designing a single compensating mechanism that can perform multiple rotation functions (one round, two rounds, or unlimited) through one adjustable system. The movable element and grooved element combination serves as a universal constraint mechanism that adapts to different rotation requirements, eliminating the need for multiple specialized mechanisms for each rotation option.
Solution Approach 2:
The movable element is nested within the compensating mechanism housing and can slide along the grooved element. The constraining element is nested within the movable element, creating a compact nested structure. This nesting approach allows the adjustable rotation mechanism to be integrated into the existing sight structure with minimal additional space and complexity.
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AI summary
A compensating mechanism includes a base unit, a transmission unit, an adjusting cap and a rotation setting unit. The base unit includes a grooved portion that includes a first groove and a second groove communicated with the first groove. The second groove includes a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The first end is connected to the first groove. The first end and the second end have a height difference therebetween in an axial direction of the base unit. The transmission unit is disposed on the base unit. The adjusting cap is connected to the transmission unit. The adjusting cap drives the transmission unit to rotate when the adjusting cap is rotated. The rotation setting unit includes a movable element that is movably disposed on the transmission unit to be connected to the grooved element or to be separated from the grooved element.