[1]The present invention generally relates to a device and method for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes in minimal time. More particularly, the invention relates to a method for utilizing a single-handed device with more accuracy and convenience in less time to create any angle or variation of angles up to 120 degrees.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[2] In general, many mechanical devices are used for measuring and drawing straight lines, angles and combinations of the same. The most commonly used devices are straight rulers, stacked rulers with a fixed pivot, protractors, protractors with indicating arms, triangle rulers, squares rulers, adjustable fixed-length triangles with limited angle variability, and fixed-angle devices, such as scalable squares and frames.

[3] However, all the devices have limited intended uses such as, standalone protractors are only allowed for angle measurement and do not facilitate drawing, stacked rulers with a fixed pivot only allow for angle creation where at the location on the ruler and where the fixed pivot point is located, fixed-length and variable-angle triangular sketch and measure devices can only be used over a small range of angles, scalable squares and frames have fixed angles and thus, are not useful for creating and scaling other shapes, etc.

[4] Further, combinations of rulers and protractors also provide a limited intended use for limited angle variation. For instance, a two-ruler configuration with a sliding pivot element fastens the two rulers of this assembly together and centralized in a slot that is common to each of the stacked rulers. However, if an angle is created at a certain metric and the angle is subsequently changed, the change in angle modifies the point of intersection.

[5] Subsequently, a type of design used by two rulers with the pivot element are fixed to each other either permanently or semi-permanently and the modes of attachment facilitate rapid interchangeability between rulers without any instant connect/disconnect mechanism. The stacked configuration also causes each ruler to raise off the drawing or measuring surface by a different height which is inaccurate and difficult.

[6] Moreover, the scales used for drawing pentagon, hexagon or any angle using conventional geometry instruments such as, but not limited to, protector, scale, and compass require more time and is a tedious job of adjusting the alignment and getting the accuracy of angles during the drawing.

[7] Therefore, in light of the aforementioned invention, the device and method for utilizing a single-handed device with more accuracy and convenience in less time to create any angle or variation of angles up to 120 degrees.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[8] The present disclosure is directed towards a device and method for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes in minimal time with more accuracy and convenience.

[9] In accordance with an embodiment, the device and method include at least one link provided at one end of a first scale. At least one link includes a closed-end representing a single arc with a gap or empty space;

[10] In accordance with another embodiment, the device and method include at least one another link provided at one end of a second scale. At least one another link includes a closed-end and an open-end representing two arcs positioned one over the other with a gap.

[11] In accordance with another embodiment, the device and method include a groove mechanism to position the single arc on at least one link of the first scale over two arcs on at least one another link of the second scale to form a single device for creating the plurality of geometrical shapes. The groove mechanism creates a flexible rotatable joint by joining an open end of the second scale to hold the first scale.

[12] The groove mechanism creates a planar motion for joining a slot on at least one link of the first scale with a projection on at least one another link of the second scale.

[13] In accordance with another embodiment, the device and method accommodate a maximum planar angular variation of at least 120 degrees by creating the plurality of planar geometric shapes at any angle or combination of the angles.

BRIEF DESCRPTION OF DRAWINGS

[14] The accompanying figures where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views and which together with the detailed description below are incorporated in and form part of the specification, serve to further illustrate various embodiments and to explain various principles and advantages all in accordance with the invention.

[15] FIG. 1 illustrates a plurality of views of the first scale with at least one link in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[16] FIG. 2 illustrates a plurality of views of a second scale with at least one another link in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[17] FIG. 3 illustrates a device for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes in minimal time in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[18] FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary prototype of the single-handed device utilized in real-time in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[19] FIG. 5 illustrates the position of the single-handed device with a movable joint in different angles to create a pentagon or 5-gon in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[20] FIG. 6 illustrates the position of the single-handed device with a movable joint in different angles to create a hexagon or 6-gon in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[21] FIG. 7 illustrates a flow chart of a method for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes with minimal time using the single-handed device in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[22] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the invention.

DETAIL DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[23] Before describing in detail embodiments that are in accordance with the invention, it should be observed that the embodiments reside primarily in combinations of method steps and device components related to joining at least one link on a first scale with at least one another link on a second scale using a groove mechanism to create a plurality of geometrical shapes in any angle or variation of angles up to 120 degrees with more accuracy and convenience.

[24] Accordingly, the system components and method steps have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the invention so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

[25] In this document, relational terms such as first and second, top and bottom, and the like may be used solely to distinguish one entity or action from another entity or action without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions. The terms "comprises," "comprising," or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article or composition that comprises a list of elements does not include only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article or composition. An element proceeded by "comprises . . . a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article or composition that comprises the element.

[26] FIG. 1 illustrates a plurality of views of a first scale 100 with at least one link in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[27] As illustrated in FIG. 1, the first scale 100 is represented in different views such as, but not limited to, a front view 102, a side view 104, a top view 106 and an isometric view 108.

[28] In accordance with an embodiment, front view 102 of first scale 100 depicts a link 110 positioned at one end of first scale 100. Link 110 includes a closed-end representing a single arc with a gap or empty space.

[29] Subsequently, side view 104 and top view 106 represents first scale 100 in different directions, where the singe arc is not visible through these directions.

[30] Further, isometric view 108 represents a different direction of first scale 100 along with link 110 visible.

[31] FIG. 2 illustrates a plurality of views of a second scale 200 with at least one another link in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[32] As illustrated in FIG. 2, second scale 200 is represented in different views such as, but not limited to, a front view 202, a side view 204, a top view 206 and an isometric view 208.

[33] In accordance with an embodiment, front view 202 of second scale 200 depicts a different link 210 positioned at one end of second scale 200. Different link 210 includes an open end 212 and a closed end 214 representing two arcs positioned one over the other with a gap.

[34] Subsequently, side view 204 and top view 206 represents second scale 200 in different directions, where the two arcs are not visible through these directions.

[35] Further, isometric view 208 represents a different direction of second scale 200 along with link 210 visible.

[36] FIG. 3 illustrates a single-handed device 300 for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes in minimal time in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[37] As illustrated in FIG. 3, first scale 100 and second scale 200 are joined to create a single-handed device 300 utilizing a groove mechanism for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes which may include, but need not be limited to, regular hexagon, pentagon, quadrilateral, a triangle with different side lengths and the like.

[38] Single-handed device 300 is represented in different views such as, but not limited to, a front view 302, a side view 304, a top view 306 and an isometric view 308.

[39] In accordance with an embodiment, single-handed device 300 utilizes groove mechanism to join the single arc of first scale 100 with two arcs of the second scale 200. The groove mechanism creates a planar motion for joining a slot on first scale 100 with a projection on second scale 200 to create a flexible rotatable joint.

[40] Further, single-handed device 300 accommodates maximum planar angular variation up to 120 degrees for creating the plurality of planar geometric shapes at any angle or combination of the angles.

[41] Subsequently, side view 304 and top view 306 represents single-handed device 300 in different directions, where the integration of links from two different scales are not visible in these directions.

[42] Further, isometric view 308 represents a different direction of single-handed device 300 along with an integration link 310 is visible.

[43] In accordance with another embodiment, first scale 100 is a linear scale with a length up to 6 mm printed on an arm, where the linear scale is used to create a plurality of geometric shapes such as, but not limited to, hexagon, pentagon and the like of exact dimension. First scale 100 is provided as clamping or inserting purpose in second scale 200 using the groove mechanism. The groove mechanism is used to provide a key mechanism so that the movement of second scale 200 is restricted once an angle is prefixed.

[44] Subsequently, second scale 200 includes a linear scale on the arm for the same purpose as first scale 100. Also, the angular dimension (degree scale from 0-120°) is marked in the sliding part. Mark of 108 degrees is specifically shown for creating a geometric shape such as, but not limited to, hexagon. Device 300 can create a maximum angle up to 120 degrees, which covers almost all the geometric shapes such as, but not limited to, pentagon, hexagon, right angle triangle etc., or any specific angle without using multiple devices.

[45] FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary prototype 400 of single-handed device 300 utilized in real-time in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[46] As illustrated in FIG. 4, prototype 400 represents first scale 100 as 402 and second scale 200 as 404. Also, the position of two scales together represented in 406 and the integration of link 110 of first scale 100 with link 210 of second scale 200 is represented in 408.

[47] First scale 100 with link 110 represented as 402 displays a length of scale in centimeters which may include, but need not be limited to, six centimeters. Subsequently, second scale 200 with link 210 represented as 404 displays a length of scale in centimeters which may include, but need not be limited to, six centimeters and a degree scale on link 210 is represented from 0-120 degrees.

[48] Further, the position of first scale 100 and second scale 200 are represented as 406 and the integration of first scale 100 with second scale 200 by joining link 110 with 210 is represented in 408. Also, the integrated scale represented as 408 provides a 108-degree angle with a movable joint.

[49] FIG. 5 illustrates a position of single-handed device 300 with a movable joint in different angles to create a pentagon or 5-gon in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[50] As illustrated in FIG. 5, single-handed device 300 is used to create the pentagon using the groove mechanism. Initially, a horizontal and 108-degree line of 3cms each is drawn as shown in figure 5(a). Next, single-handed device 300 is positioned as 0, 0 at a point ‘b’ and aligns the device at an angle of 108 degrees as shown in figure 5(b).

[51] Further, single-handed device 300 is maintained at 0, 0 at a point ‘c’ and ‘d’, and maintains an angle of 108 degrees as shown in figure 5(c) and 5 (d). Therefore, a required pentagon of side length 3cms using single-handed device 300 as shown in figure 5 (e).

[52] FIG. 6 illustrates a position of single-handed device 300 with a movable joint in different angles to create a hexagon or 6-gon in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[53] As illustrated in FIG. 6, single-handed device 300 is used to create the hexagon using the groove mechanism. Initially, a horizontal and 120-degree line of 3cms each is drawn as shown in figure 6(a). Next, single-handed device 300 is positioned at 0, 0 at a point ‘b’ and aligns the device at an angle of 120 degrees as shown in figure 6(b).

[54] Further, single-handed device 300 is kept 0, 0 at a point ‘c’ and creates an angle of 120 degrees as shown in figure 6(c). Subsequently, single-handed device 300 is kept 0, 0 at a point ‘d’ and creates an angle of 120 degrees as shown in figure 6(d). Also, single-handed device 300 is kept 0, 0 at a point ‘e’ and creates an angle of 120 degrees as shown in figure 6(e). Therefore, the required hexagon of side length 3cms is drawn using single-handed device 300 as shown in figure 6(f).

[55] FIG. 7 illustrates a flow chart of a method for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes with minimal time using single-handed device 300 in accordance with an embodiment of the invention.

[56] At step 702, utilizing at least one link 110 positioned at one end of first scale 100. At least one link 110 includes a closed-end representing a single arc with a gap or empty space.

[57] Next at step 704, utilizing at least one another link 210 positioned at one end of second scale 200. At least one another link 210 includes a closed-end and open end representing dual arc positioned one over the other with a gap.

[58] Further at step 706, positioning a single arc on at least one link 110 of first scale 100 over dual arcs on at least one another link 210 of second scale 200 using the groove mechanism for creating the plurality of geometrical shapes. The groove mechanism creates a flexible rotatable joint by joining an open end of second scale 200 to hold the first scale 100.

[59] The present invention is related to a new design of device, which ensure the possibility of creating a plurality of geometrical shapes such as, but not limited to, hexagon, pentagon and the like.

[60] The device also provides an accuracy of creating geometric shapes which is comparatively high because of less movement of hands and less use of multiple devices.

[61] The single-handed device provides a convenience to draw an angle up to 120 degrees in less time.

[62] No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element as essential to the practice of the invention.

[63] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. There is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form or forms enclosed. On the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention, as defined in the appended claims. Thus, it is intended that the present invention cover the modifications and variations of this invention, provided they are within the scope of the appended claims and their equivalents.

[64] As used herein, and unless the context dictates otherwise, the term “configured to” or “coupled to” is intended to include both direct coupling (in which two elements that are coupled to each other contact each other) and indirect coupling (in which at least one additional element is located between the two elements). Therefore, the terms “configured to”, “configured with”, “coupled to” and “coupled with” are used synonymously. Within the context of this document terms “configured to”, “coupled to” and “coupled with” are also used euphemistically to mean “communicatively coupled with” over a network, where two or more devices are able to exchange data with each other over the network, possibly via one or more intermediary device.

[65] It should be apparent to those skilled in the art that many more modifications besides those already described are possible without departing from the inventive concepts herein. The inventive subject matter, therefore, is not to be restricted except in the spirit of the appended claims. Moreover, in interpreting both the specification and the claims, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms “comprises” and “comprising” should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced.

We Claim:

1.A device (300) for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes in minimal time, the device comprising:
at least one link (110) provided at one end of a first scale (100), wherein the at least one link (110) includes a closed end representing a single arc with a gap or empty space;
at least one another link (210) provided at one end of a second scale (200), wherein the at least one another link (210) includes a closed end (214) and an open end (212) representing two arcs positioned one over the other with a gap; and
a groove mechanism is utilized to position the single arc of the at least one link (110) of the first scale (100) over two arcs of the at least one another link (210) of the second scale (200) to form a single device (300) for creating the plurality of geometrical shapes, wherein the groove mechanism creates a flexible rotatable joint by joining an open end (212) of the second scale (200) to hold the first scale (100).

2. The device (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the groove mechanism creates a planar motion for joining a slot on the at least one link (110) of the first scale (100) with a projection on the at least on another link (210) of the second scale (200).

3. The device (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein accommodates maximum planar angular variation up to 120 degrees.

4. The device (300) as claimed in claim 3, wherein creates the plurality of planar geometric shapes at any angle or combination of the angles.

5. The device (300) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of geometric shapes including, but not limited to, regular hexagon, pentagon, quadrilateral, triangle with different side lengths and the like.

6. A method for creating a plurality of geometrical shapes with minimal time using a single device (300), the method comprising:
utilizing an at least one link (110) positioned at one end of a first scale (100), wherein the at least one link (110) includes a closed end representing a single arc with a gap or empty space;
utilizing at least one another link (210) positioned at one end of a second scale (200), wherein the at least one another link (210) includes a closed end (214) and an open end (212) representing dual arc positioned one over the other with a gap; and
positioning a single arc on the at least one link (110) of the first scale (100) over dual arcs on the at least one another link (210) of the second scale (200) using a groove mechanism for creating the plurality of geometrical shapes, wherein the groove mechanism creates a flexible rotatable joint by joining an open end of the second scale (200) to hold the first scale (100).