Wearable Camera Mount With Slide-Swing Clamp for Thick Clothing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mounting systems for cameras on articles of wear, such as clothing, face issues with magnetic systems losing strength over distance, adhesive systems failing in harsh environments, and mechanical interlock systems requiring modifications to clothing or not being universally compatible.
Innovation Solution
A mount system comprising a front plate and a back plate with interlocking structures made of durable materials, allowing for secure and universal attachment to various articles of wear without modification, featuring a slide and swing mechanism for adjustable engagement and a coupler for accessory attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Force
If magnetic mounts are used to attach cameras to articles of wear, then the mounting force is strong over thin clothing, but the attractive force rapidly decreases as distance increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a mechanical intermediary structure (mounting bracket with clamp mechanism) between the camera and the article of wear. This intermediary converts the magnetic attraction into a mechanical clamping force, allowing the mount to maintain secure attachment even when the distance between magnetic elements increases due to thicker clothing.
2Strength
If adhesive mounts are used to provide robust and versatile attachment, then the mounting strength is high, but environmental conditions lead to premature failure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the chemical adhesive bonding system with a mechanical mounting system consisting of a bracket, clamp, and fastening mechanism. This mechanical system provides consistent attachment strength that is not degraded by environmental factors such as temperature, moisture, or chemicals, thereby improving reliability in harsh conditions.
3Strength
If mechanical interlock systems requiring alterations to clothing are used, then the attachment is secure, but additional resources and modifications are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent designs a universal mounting bracket that can be attached to various types of articles of wear (uniforms, jackets, vests, hats, gloves, pants, shoes) without requiring modifications to the clothing itself. The bracket uses a clamp mechanism that can accommodate different fabric types, thicknesses, and garment styles, eliminating the need for custom alterations and reducing manufacturing complexity.
4Adaptability or versatility
If mechanical interlock systems without alterations are used that rely on inherent clothing features, then no modifications are needed, but these features do not exist on all articles of clothing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a clamp mechanism with adjustable parameters (opening width, clamping force, positioning) that can adapt to different article of wear characteristics. The clamp can be adjusted to accommodate varying fabric thicknesses, material properties, and garment contours, providing secure attachment across diverse clothing types without relying on pre-existing mounting features.
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AI summary
A mount for coupling to an article of wear comprises a back plate configured to engage a front plate over the article of wear. The back plate comprises a first structure and a second structure. The front plate comprises a base configured to receive an accessory, a slide slidably engaged with the base, and a swing rotatably engaged with the base. The base comprises a third structure and a first latch feature. The slide comprises a fourth structure and a first coupler. The swing comprises a second coupler and a second latch feature. The slide is configured to move to engage the third structure with the first structure and the fourth structure with the second structure. The swing is configured to rotate to engage the first coupler with the second coupler and the first latch feature with the second latch feature.