Wireless Work-Tool Positioning System for Obstructed Views
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional leveling devices, such as bubble levels, are limited by the need for direct user visibility and are not suitable for robust positioning data generation, making them ineffective in various settings, especially when users have obstructed views or are working with multiple tools.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising a positioning device that couples with work-tools, detects leveling status, and wirelessly communicates this data to a display device for real-time visualization, allowing for accurate positioning and leveling across multiple axes, even in obstructed views.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a bubble level is used for leveling, then the device is simple and inexpensive, but the user must directly observe the bubble position which limits usability in obstructed views
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary system consisting of a positioning device with sensors and a remote display device. The positioning device detects leveling status via accelerometers or other sensors, and the display device presents this information to the user remotely, eliminating the need for direct observation of the leveling mechanism itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical bubble level observation system with an electronic sensing and display system. Instead of relying on optical observation of a physical bubble, the system uses electronic sensors (accelerometers, gyroscopes) to detect orientation and communicates this data through digital displays or wireless interfaces.
2Measurement precision
If robust positioning data generation is included in work-tools, then real-time positioning data is available, but the cost becomes prohibitively expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal positioning device that can interface with multiple different work-tool types. Rather than embedding expensive positioning systems in each individual tool, a single multi-functional positioning device with standardized coupling mechanisms can serve various tools, distributing the cost across multiple applications.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the positioning system into separate functional modules: a positioning device that attaches to the work-tool, sensing components, communication modules, and a display device. This segmentation allows the system to be configured selectively based on needs, avoiding the expense of complete integrated systems in every tool.
3Loss of information
If a bubble level is used, then the device structure is simple, but it cannot provide graphical representation of positioning data
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a digital copy or representation of the physical leveling information. Instead of directly observing the physical state of the tool, the system captures positioning data through sensors and creates graphical representations (icons, bars, numerical displays) that replicate and enhance the information, making it more accessible and interpretable.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables real-time, accurate leveling and positioning data visualization, enhancing usability and accuracy in diverse settings, including construction and tool operations, by providing graphical representations of positioning data without the need for direct user observation.
Implementation Method 1
detect a first leveling status of the device... detect a second leveling status of the device
Data Source
AI summary
One embodiment includes display device configured to wirelessly receive a first position status from a positioning device; display a first work-tool working-axis leveling status based on the first position status; receive cut parameters; receive a cut-start indication; determine a first work-tool position status difference based on cut parameters and a second position status; present a position status correction indicator; determine that a third position status is within cut parameters; send a cut-start signal to the positioning device operable to actuate the first work-tool; determine a work-tool cut completion; and send a cut-end signal to the positioning device operable to de-actuate the first work-tool.