Windshield Wiper Arm Bracket With Adaptable Pin Interface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing windshield wiper arm brackets face challenges in securely accommodating pin arms of varying sizes without the need for multiple holes, and in providing a robust connection to windshield wiper assemblies.
Innovation Solution
A windshield wiper arm bracket with centrally located pin arm receiving holes and an adaptable mechanism, including a pin arm adaptor with a flexible web portion, allows for secure attachment of different sized pin arms using a single hole, and a crimped attachment system to connect to spring steel elements in the wiper assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple holes are provided in the bracket to accommodate pin arms of varying sizes, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The single pin arm receiving hole is designed to universally accommodate pin arms of various sizes through the adaptor mechanism. The adaptor serves multiple functions: it attaches to the bracket post, receives the pin arm, and provides adjustment capability, thereby eliminating the need for multiple specialized holes in the bracket itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor acts as an intermediary component between the bracket and the pin arm. Instead of modifying the bracket to accommodate different pin arm sizes, the adaptor mediates this interface, providing size adaptation while keeping the bracket structure simple with a single hole.
2Device complexity
If a single hole is used for all pin arm sizes, then device complexity is reduced, but adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system is segmented into distinct functional components: the bracket with its single receiving hole, the adaptor that attaches to the hole, and the pin arm. This segmentation allows the bracket to remain simple while the adaptor handles the adaptability requirements for different pin arm sizes.
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor incorporates dynamic adjustment capability, allowing it to adapt to different pin arm sizes. The set screw mechanism enables the adaptor to be adjusted and secured at different positions along the pin arm, providing versatility without requiring multiple fixed holes in the bracket.
3Ease of manufacture
If the bracket structure is simplified, then ease of manufacture is improved, but connection robustness deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The adaptor merges multiple connection functions into a single component: it attaches to the bracket post, secures the pin arm, and provides adjustment capability. This consolidation simplifies the bracket structure while maintaining robust connections through the integrated adaptor assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The adaptor is constructed from composite materials including a resilient body and a set screw, combining different material properties to achieve both simplicity and robustness. The resilient material provides flexibility and shock absorption, while the set screw provides secure mechanical fastening.
Data Source
AI summary
A windshield wiper arm bracket includes a pair of side walls. Each of said side walls include at least one centrally located pin arm receiving hole formed therein. The bracket also includes a post attaching the pair of side walls together. The post is for receiving a pin arm adaptor thereon. The bracket also includes an attachment arm formed on a bottom of each of the pair of side walls. The attachment arms are for connecting the bracket to a windshield wiper assembly. An adaptor for a windshield wiper arm bracket includes a top portion and a web portion. The web portion includes a central aperture formed therein. The central aperture includes a first portion for receiving a post of the windshield wiper arm bracket and a second aperture for receiving a pin arm of a windshield wiper arm.


