Carrier module, carrier device and carrier system

Abstract

Support module (10) for receiving at least one event technology element (51), comprising a base body (11) which extends along a longitudinal axis (L) between a first end (E1) and a second end (E2), wherein a connector element (12) for connecting the support module (10) to another support module (10) is arranged at the first end (E1) and at the second end (E2).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a carrier module, a carrier device and carrier systems.

[0002] Large events (e.g., concerts) utilize event technology, which can include spotlights, loudspeakers, displays, and / or set pieces. At least some of this event technology is typically positioned above the stage and / or the auditorium. This is achieved, for example, by suspending it from supporting structures, particularly trusses. Trusses can be designed, for instance, as truss girders.

[0003] In this context, a disadvantage has emerged: different event technology elements (especially display elements) have different interfaces for suspension to supporting structures. Therefore, it is generally necessary to individually adapt the respective suspension system to the specific event technology elements and the available supporting structure. This requires a significant amount of work and increases the time needed for setting up and dismantling the respective event technology. Furthermore, the various interfaces and the respective suspension systems, including the supporting structure, result in a considerable overall height.

[0004] It is therefore an object of the present invention to overcome at least one of the disadvantages described above, at least partially. In particular, it is an object of the invention to provide a support module, a support device, and a support system that enable the simple, efficient, and flexible suspension of event technology on supporting structures, and in particular to reduce the overall installation height.

[0005] The aforementioned problem is solved by a support module according to a first aspect of the present invention, by a support device according to a second aspect of the present invention, and by a support system according to a third aspect of the present invention. Further features and details of the invention will become apparent from the dependent claims, the description, and the drawings. Features and details described in connection with the support module according to the invention naturally also apply in connection with the support device and / or the support system according to the invention, and vice versa, so that the disclosure relating to the individual aspects of the invention always includes, or allows for, reciprocal reference.

[0006] According to a first aspect, the present invention relates to a support module for receiving at least one event technology element, comprising a base body which extends along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end, wherein a connector element for connecting the support module to a further, in particular identical or substantially identical, support module is arranged at at least one end, in particular the first or the second end. It is particularly preferred that a connector element for connecting the support module to a further, in particular identical or substantially identical, support module is arranged at both the first end and the second end.

[0007] In other words, a support module for accommodating at least one event technology element is proposed. The support module comprises a base body extending along a longitudinal axis between a first end and a second end. A connector element is arranged at at least one end of the base body, in particular the first or the second end, for connecting the support module to another support module, in particular an identical or substantially identical one. It has proven particularly advantageous if a connector element is arranged at both the first and the second end.

[0008] The support module according to the invention, together with the base body, offers the possibility of providing defined anchor points or anchor elements, via which suspension to supporting structures and connection to further support modules can be easily and efficiently established. Identical or substantially identical configurations of anchor elements can be used for comparable applications. Individually adapted suspension systems for event technology elements are eliminated or significantly simplified. Event technology elements can be easily arranged directly on the base body or, in particular, indirectly via at least one adapter. The necessary assembly steps can be carried out easily and efficiently on the ground.

[0009] Furthermore, the use of the connecting elements makes it possible to easily and efficiently connect several support modules to form a support system. Such a support system can, for example, combine different configurations (e.g., lengths, shapes, and / or curvatures) of base bodies, thus enabling a high degree of customization while maintaining a consistently low assembly effort for suspending the required event technology. A support module according to the invention also offers the advantage that event technology elements can be suspended in a space-saving and unobtrusive manner, eliminating the need for additional cladding elements.

[0010] At least one event technology element can preferably be configured as a sound technology element and / or a lighting technology element and / or a video technology element and / or a decorative element. At least one sound technology element can preferably be configured as a loudspeaker or a loudspeaker system, in particular as a line array. Additionally or alternatively, at least one lighting technology element can preferably be configured as a spotlight or spotlight array. Additionally or alternatively, at least one video technology element can be configured as a display element, in particular a video wall and / or LED wall and / or as a video monitor. Additionally or alternatively, at least one decorative element can be configured as a curtain and / or a backdrop, in particular a stage backdrop.

[0011] Within the scope of the invention, it can be advantageous for the connector element arranged at the first end and the connector element arranged at the second end to be identical or substantially identical. This results in a particularly simple construction of the support module and the connector elements. The connector elements can preferably be designed to be compatible with each other, so that a connection between two support modules can be established via, in particular, identical connector elements.

[0012] Within the scope of the invention, it can be particularly preferably provided that the connector element arranged at the first end is designed as a primary, in particular male, connector element and the connector element arranged at the second end is designed as a secondary, in particular female, connector element, wherein the primary connector element and the secondary connector element form a compatible adapter pair.

[0013] In other words, it is preferable that the connector elements arranged at the respective ends are not identical, but rather configured as a primary, particularly male, and a secondary, particularly female, connector element. It is preferably provided that the primary and secondary connector elements are designed such that they can be connected to each other, thus forming a compatible adapter pair. This offers the advantage that appropriately configured support modules can be easily and efficiently connected to form a support system, with the respective orientation of the support modules relative to each other being preferably fixed. In this way, even complex arrangements of event technology can be implemented efficiently, and at the same time, assembly errors can be prevented.

[0014] Within the scope of the invention, it may be provided that the primary, in particular male, connector element comprises at least one extension or projection for insertion, at least partially, into at least one receiving section of a secondary, in particular female, connector element. It may preferably be provided that at least one extension or projection is oriented orthogonally or substantially orthogonally to the longitudinal axis of the base body with respect to its longitudinal extent. Additionally or alternatively, within the scope of the invention, it may be provided that, in particular, a collar is formed at an end of at least one projection or extension facing the base body, in particular a collar that extends at least partially around the projection or extension. In particular, the collar limits the insertion depth of the projection or extension into a receiving section.Such a design of a primary, in particular male, connector element has proven advantageous within the scope of the present invention for a reliable and efficient connection of carrier modules to a carrier system.

[0015] Additionally or alternatively, it may preferably be provided that the secondary, in particular female, connector element comprises at least one receiving section or at least one recess for receiving, at least partially, at least one extension or projection of a primary, in particular male, connector element. It may preferably be provided that at least one receiving section is oriented orthogonally or substantially orthogonally to the longitudinal axis of the base body with respect to its longitudinal extent. Additionally or alternatively, it may be provided within the scope of the invention that at least one receiving section is unlimited along its longitudinal extent at least on one side, in particular on both sides. This means that the receiving section is not limited along its longitudinal extent at least on one side by a wall of the connector element. This has the advantage that a projection or projection is not limited by the length of the primary connector element.The extension of a primary, particularly male, connector element can be easily inserted into and / or removed from the receiving section. Such a design of a primary, particularly male, connector element has proven advantageous within the scope of the present invention for a reliable and efficient connection of carrier modules to a carrier system.

[0016] It is further conceivable that at least one first recess is formed in the extension or projection of the primary connector element, and that at least one second recess is formed in at least one wall or side wall of the receiving section of the secondary connector element, wherein the first recess and the second recess are arranged such that, by inserting the projection into the receiving section, at least one first recess and at least one second recess can be brought into overlap, at least partially. In particular, such a design allows a connection between a primary and a secondary connector element to be realized by means of a first or second recess through the insertion of locking devices.

[0017] With respect to at least one secondary connector element, it may be provided that at least one pair of second recesses is formed in the walls or side walls of the receiving section, wherein the recesses of the pair of recesses are arranged coaxially and / or in opposite walls of the receiving section. In particular, it may be provided that at least one first recess can be brought into overlap with the two recesses of a pair of recesses by inserting the projection into the receiving section, at least partially. This allows a locking element to pass completely through the primary and secondary connector elements, thereby achieving a simpler and more reliable connection between the connector elements.

[0018] Additionally or alternatively, it is conceivable that at least one connector element is arranged in a form-fit manner on the base body, at least partially, and in particular over at least one base body section, wherein preferably the form-fit only allows movement of the connector element relative to the base body along the longitudinal axis. Preferably, the base body section for creating the form-fit can be received in the base body, at least partially or completely. In particular, the form-fit can only allow movement of the connector element away from the base body along the longitudinal axis. This statement refers to a state in which the connector element is arranged on the base body as intended. This results in a reliable arrangement of the connector element on the base body as well as simplified assembly due to reliable centering.Pre-positioning of the connector element.

[0019] In particular, it may be provided that, to form the positive fit between at least one connector element and the base body, the connector element is received, at least partially, in the base body. For this purpose, the base body may be open at at least one end or have a recess and / or be designed as a hollow profile, so that the connector element can be inserted, at least partially, and in particular positively, into the base body at that end.

[0020] A preferred embodiment of the invention further comprises the provision of at least one collar on at least one connector element, wherein the collar limits the insertion depth of the connector element, particularly along its longitudinal axis, into the base body. In other words, the connector element can only be inserted into the base body up to the point where the collar abuts the base body. This offers the advantage of reliable positioning of the connector element on or in the base body.

[0021] Within the scope of the invention, it is optionally possible that at least one connector element is secured to the base body by at least one securing means, preferably in a positionally fixed or substantially positionally fixed manner. This allows for a particularly reliable arrangement of the connector element on the base body.

[0022] In this context, it may be provided that at least one securing element penetrates or passes through the base body and the connector element, at least partially, and in particular completely. For this purpose, corresponding, and in particular synchronous, recesses may be provided in the connector element and the base body, which can be brought into contact with the base body by an arrangement of the connector element on the base body, in particular as intended, so that the securing element can pass through the base body or the connector element.

[0023] Preferably, in relation to the present invention, at least one locking element may be designed as a hollow spring pin. The use of hollow spring pins, particularly for a connection between the connector element and the base body, has proven to be particularly advantageous in relation to the present invention, since such a connection can be easily made and released.

[0024] Additionally or alternatively, at least one locking device may be configured differently. In particular, at least one locking device may be configured, for example, as a locking pin. At least one locking pin may be configured as a conical locking pin and / or include a locking cotter pin. Additionally or alternatively, at least one locking device may be configured as a screw, in particular as a hexagonal screw, or as a threaded bolt. When a screw is used, the locking device may preferably include a nut. Additionally or alternatively, at least one locking device may be configured as a dowel pin.

[0025] The use of locking pins offers the advantage of particularly quick assembly or disassembly of adapters and / or stop elements on the base body and / or a particularly quick connection of connector elements.

[0026] It may also be provided that at least one connecting element is materially bonded to the base body, at least partially. A materially bonded connection may, in particular, be an adhesive bond or a welded joint. Additionally or alternatively, it may be provided that the base body and at least one connecting element are designed as a monolithic and / or materially uniform component.

[0027] Furthermore, the invention may provide that the base body has a hollow profile, in particular a rectangular or square one, or is designed as such a hollow profile. A rectangular or square profile offers orthogonally oriented mounting surfaces on the base body for attaching event technology elements, adapters, and / or stop elements, as well as high bending stiffness. Such a design of the base body has proven particularly advantageous with regard to handling the support module. Alternatively, the base body may have a hollow profile of a different polygonal shape or an oval or round hollow profile, or be designed as such a hollow profile.

[0028] Additionally or alternatively, the base body and / or at least one connector element and / or at least one adapter and / or at least one stop element may be made, at least partially, and in particular entirely, of aluminum. Such a design has proven particularly advantageous with regard to the weight of a support module while maintaining high load-bearing capacity and robustness. Additionally or alternatively, the base body and / or at least one connector element and / or at least one adapter and / or at least one stop element may be made, at least partially, and in particular entirely, of steel. This offers the advantage of cost-effective manufacturing combined with high load-bearing capacity.Additionally or alternatively, the base body and / or at least one connector element and / or at least one adapter and / or at least one stop element can be made, at least partially, and in particular entirely, from a plastic material. Using plastic offers the advantages of low weight and cost-effective manufacturing. In principle, the combination of different materials is also conceivable, both with regard to various components of the support module and with regard to individual components, in particular connector elements and / or base body and / or adapter and / or stop elements.

[0029] With regard to the present invention, it is conceivable that the base body has at least one connection interface for connecting the base body to at least one adapter and / or at least one stop element. Preferably, the connection interface may comprise at least one recess formed on the base body, or the connection interface may be formed by at least one recess formed on the base body. In particular, at least one connection interface may comprise at least one pair of recesses in the base body, wherein, in particular, the recesses of the pair of recesses are arranged coaxially and / or in opposite walls of the base body. By using recesses arranged in pairs, locking elements can be passed through the base body, thus facilitating a simpler connection between adapters or...This is achievable with the stop elements and the base body.

[0030] Additionally or alternatively, it may be provided that a plurality of identical or substantially identical connection interfaces, particularly at equidistant intervals, are formed along the longitudinal axis of the base body. This can be provided equally with respect to several connection interfaces of different types. This offers the advantage that several mounting positions on the base body are possible for an adapter or a stop element, resulting in a high degree of flexibility with regard to the use of the carrier module.

[0031] Furthermore, it is conceivable that at least one adapter for connection with at least one event technology element is included, wherein the adapter is arranged on the base body via at least one connection interface and in particular has at least one mounting interface for connecting the adapter to an event technology element.

[0032] An adapter can therefore be easily and reliably attached to the base unit via a predefined connection interface and also connected to the event technology element via at least one mounting interface. The event technology element is thus suspended by the support module, eliminating the need for individual adjustment of the suspension to the event technology element.

[0033] An adapter's mounting interface can be designed to be manufacturer-specific. For example, different adapters may be provided for LED walls from different manufacturers. However, all adapters can be attached to the base unit via one or more connection interfaces, thus enabling a uniform and manufacturer-independent suspension of different LED walls or other event technology elements on a supporting structure.

[0034] Within the scope of the invention, it can be advantageous that at least one stop element for connection to a support structure and / or at least one further support module is also included, wherein the stop element is arranged on the base body via at least one connection interface and, in particular, has at least one stop interface for connecting the stop element to a support structure and / or at least one further support module. A reliable connection to a support structure and / or a connection to further support modules can thus be established via stop elements, if necessary. In this way, regardless of the event technology element intended for suspension, it is always possible to use only a few stop elements, which cover the usual mounting situations. Individual adaptation of a suspension to support structures or...A connection to other event technology elements is not required. At least one attachment point can be designed, for example, as an eye bolt, a carabiner hook, and / or a shackle.

[0035] It can be provided that at least one stop interface is displaceable, at least section by section, relative to the stop element, and in particular relative to a base body of the stop element. For this purpose, for example, an eye bolt can be arranged in at least one elongated hole, so that the eye bolt can be moved within the elongated hole(s) and its position subsequently fixed. This results in increased flexibility of the support module.

[0036] It may preferably be provided that a connection between at least one adapter or at least one stop element and the base body is realized via or using at least one locking device. At least one locking device may preferably be designed as a screw or a threaded bolt. The use of other locking devices, in particular as described within the scope of the present invention, is conceivable. In other words, it may be provided that at least one locking device is used in operative connection with at least one connection interface in order to arrange an adapter or a stop element on the base body or to connect it to the base body.

[0037] Within the scope of the invention, it can advantageously be provided that at least one stop element is designed such that, when the stop element is arranged on the base body, in particular via at least one connection interface, at least one mounting surface formed on the base body for receiving at least one event technology element and / or at least one adapter and / or at least one stop element is completely exposed by the stop element. In other words, it can preferably be provided that at least one stop element is designed such that, when the stop element is arranged on the base body, in particular via at least one connection interface, at least one mounting surface of the base body is arranged without overlap with the stop element.A mounting surface is defined here as a surface of the base body intended for mounting event technology elements, adapters, and / or mounting elements. If the base body has, for example, a rectangular profile, a mounting surface may preferably be a surface formed by one of the long sides of the rectangular profile.

[0038] With reference to the present invention, it is further preferable that at least one adapter comprises at least one adjustment mechanism for changing, at least partially, the position of at least one mounting interface along the longitudinal axis of the base body. This offers the advantage that the position of an event technology element and / or a further support module relative to the base body can be changed along the longitudinal axis of the base body, thereby further increasing the flexibility of a support module.

[0039] At least one adjustment mechanism can comprise at least one slide element, wherein the slide element is movable, at least partially, relative to a base body of the adapter. The base body of the adapter is to be understood as a part of the adapter which is, in particular statically, connected or connectable to the base body of the support module. Preferably, at least one drive system can be provided for moving the slide element.

[0040] At least one drive system can preferably comprise at least one drive, in particular an electric one. Preferably, at least one drive system can be designed as a friction wheel drive, a spindle drive, or a rack and pinion drive.

[0041] Additionally or alternatively, the invention may provide that at least one adapter and / or at least one stop element comprises at least one winch mechanism. In particular, it may be provided that the winch mechanism allows for the variable, at least sectionally variable, distance (especially vertical) between at least one event technology element and / or further support module or at least one stop interface and / or mounting interface to the support module or base body. The winch mechanism may, in particular, be designed as a cable winch. Instead of a cable, a chain or the like may also be used, for example.

[0042] With regard to the present connection, it can be provided that at least one base body is linear. Additionally or alternatively, it can be provided that at least one base body has a curvature or is designed as a circular arc segment. By different configurations of the base body, a wide variety of configurations can be realized, particularly in support systems with multiple support modules, and individual adaptations can be made, for example, to local conditions. In particular, a circular structure can be realized in support systems according to the invention by using curved base bodies. Furthermore, virtually any polygonal structure can be realized in support systems by using several linear base bodies.

[0043] According to a second aspect, the present invention further relates to a support device comprising at least one support module according to the first aspect of the present invention, in particular according to one of claims 1 to 12, and at least one event technology element, wherein the event technology element is arranged on the base body. This results in the same advantages with respect to a support device according to the invention as have already been described with respect to a support module according to the invention.

[0044] In particular, it may be provided that at least one event technology element is arranged directly on the support module, especially on the base body of the support module. Such an approach has proven particularly advantageous, for example, with spotlights and / or loudspeakers.

[0045] Additionally or alternatively, it can be provided that at least one event technology element is arranged on the base body via at least one adapter. In other words, in this case, the adapter is connected to the base body of the support module, in particular via at least one connection interface, and the event technology element is connected to the adapter, in particular via at least one mounting interface. In this way, an indirect connection of the event technology element to the base body via the adapter can be achieved.

[0046] Particularly preferred with regard to the present invention is that at least one event element is arranged on the support module via at least one adapter such that the event element is located below the base body and, in particular, at least one adapter is located between the base body and the event element. These details refer to an intended use of the support device. Such an arrangement has proven particularly advantageous with regard to LED walls or display boards.

[0047] According to a third aspect, the present invention further relates to a support system comprising at least two support modules according to the first aspect of the present invention, in particular two support modules according to any one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the support modules are connected to one another via connecting elements, in particular a primary connecting element and a secondary connecting element. This results in the same advantages with respect to a support system according to the invention as have already been described with respect to a support module and / or a support device according to the invention.

[0048] Within the scope of the invention, it can be provided that the connecting elements are connected to one another via at least one locking means, wherein the locking means is preferably designed as a locking pin that is at least partially conical. The alternative and / or additional use of further locking means, in particular as described within the scope of the invention, is conceivable.

[0049] Preferably, the support modules may also form a circular arc or a closed circle. This can be achieved by means of a curved design of the respective base bodies. Additionally or alternatively, the support modules may form an open or closed polygonal structure.

[0050] Further advantages, features, and details of the invention will become apparent from the following description, in which several embodiments of the invention are described in detail with reference to the drawings. The features mentioned in the claims and in the description can each be essential to the invention individually or in any combination. The following is shown: Fig. 1 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 2 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 3 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 4 a schematic view of a connector element, Fig. 5 a schematic view of a connector element, Fig. 6 a schematic view of a connector element, Fig. 7 a schematic view of a connector element, Fig. 8 a schematic view of a connector element, Fig. 9 a schematic view of a connector element, Fig. 10 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 11 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 12 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 13 a schematic view of a support device, Fig. 14 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 15 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 16 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 17 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 18 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 19 a schematic view of a support module, Fig. 20 a schematic view of a support system, Fig. 21 a schematic view of a support system, Fig. 22 a schematic view of a support system and Fig. 23 a schematic view of a support system.

[0051] The figures use identical reference numerals for the same technical features, even for different embodiments.

[0052] Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. Figure 3 shows schematic views of a support module 10 for accommodating at least one event technology element 51. The support module 10 is in Fig. 1 in an isometric view, in Fig. 2 in a top view and in Fig. 3 shown in a side view.

[0053] It will be made from Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. Figure 3 shows that the support module 10 comprises a base body 11 which extends along a longitudinal axis L between a first end E1 and a second end E2. A connector element 12 is arranged at both the first end E1 and the second end E2 of the base body 11.

[0054] Out of Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. It is further evident from Figure 3 that the connector element 12 arranged at the first end E1 is configured as a primary, in particular male, connector element 12.1, and the connector element 12 arranged at the second end E2 is configured as a secondary, in particular female, connector element 12.2. The primary connector element 12.1 and the secondary connector element 12.2 are configured such that they form a compatible adapter pair. This offers the advantage that appropriately configured support modules 10 can be easily and efficiently connected to form a support system 100, with the respective orientation of the support modules 10 relative to each other being fixed.

[0055] In Fig. 4, Fig. 5 to Fig. Figure 6 shows schematic views of a primary or male connector element 12. This shows. Fig. 4 the connector element 12 in an isometric view, Fig. Figure 5 shows the connector element 12 in a side view and Fig. Figure 6 shows the connector element 12 in a top view. Fig. 7, Fig. 8 to Fig. Figure 9 shows corresponding views for a secondary or female connector element 12.2.

[0056] Out of Fig. 4, Fig. 5 to Fig. It becomes apparent from Figure 6 that the primary connector element 12.1 comprises at least one projection 13 for insertion, at least partially, into a receiving section 14 of a secondary or female connector element 12.2. Furthermore, it is evident from Fig. 7, Fig. 8 to Fig. 9 shows that the secondary or female connector element 12.2 comprises at least one receiving section 14 for receiving, at least partially, at least one projection 13 of a primary or male connector element 12.1.

[0057] To connect a primary connector element 12.1 with a secondary connector element 12.2, at least one first recess 15 is formed in the projection 13 of the primary connector element 12.1, and at least one second recess 17 is formed in at least one wall 16 of the receiving section 14 of the secondary connector element 12.2. The first recess 15 and the second recess 17 are arranged such that by inserting the projection 13 into the receiving section 14, at least one first recess 15 and at least one second recess 17 can be brought into overlap, at least partially. This allows a locking element 18 to pass through the first or second recess to connect the connector elements 12.

[0058] Regarding the in Fig. 7, Fig. 8 to Fig. The secondary connector element 12.2 shown in section 9 is made in particular of Fig. Figure 7 shows that at least one pair of second recesses 17 is formed in opposing walls 16 or side walls of the receiving section 14. The recesses 17 of the pair of recesses are arranged coaxially. Thus, for connecting the connector elements 12 or corresponding support modules 10, a locking element 18 can be passed completely through the primary connector element 12.1 and the secondary connector element 12.2. Such a locking element 18 is in Fig. 1 and Fig. Figure 2 shows the secondary connector element 12.2 arranged at the second end E2, wherein the locking device 18 is designed as a locking pin or cotter pin, at least partially conical. Alternative embodiments of locking devices 18 are conceivable.

[0059] Out of Fig. 1, Fig. 2 to Fig. Figure 3 further shows that the connecting elements 12 are arranged, at least partially, in a form-fit manner on the base body 11. For this purpose, the connecting elements 12 each have a base body section 25, which is inserted into the base body 11, which is designed as a hollow profile. The form-fit is designed such that only movement of the connecting element 12 away from the base body 11 along the longitudinal axis L is permitted. In this case, the base body 11 is designed as a rectangular hollow profile.

[0060] Furthermore, it is from Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8 to Fig. 9 can be seen that a collar 26 is formed on each of the connector elements 12, wherein the insertion depth of the connector element 12 into the base body 11 along the longitudinal axis L is limited by the collar 26.

[0061] The connector elements 12 are each secured to or connected with the base body 11 by at least one locking element 18, resulting in a fixed position of the connector elements 12 on the base body 11. The locking elements 18 for securing the connector elements 12 to the base body 11 are designed as hollow spring pins. Alternative designs of the locking elements 18 are conceivable. Corresponding recesses are provided in the base body 11 and in the respective connector elements 12 for inserting the locking elements 18.

[0062] Furthermore, it is from Fig. 1 and Fig. It is evident from Figure 3 that at least one connection interface 19 is formed on the base body 11 for connecting the base body 11 with at least one adapter 21 and / or stop element 23. In this case, the connection interface 19 comprises at least two recesses 20 formed in the base body 11 or is formed by these recesses 20.

[0063] Fig. 10, Fig. 11 to Fig. Figure 12 shows a support module 10 in an isometric view ( Fig. 10), a side view ( Fig. 11) as well as a view from below ( Fig. 12). The carrier module 10 exhibits the in relation to the Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8 to Fig. The structure described in section 9 is based on the following. Furthermore, an adapter 21 for connection to at least one event technology element 51 is included, wherein the adapter 21 is arranged on the base body 11 via at least one connection interface 19. The adapter 21 also includes at least one mounting interface 22 for connecting the adapter 21 to at least one event technology element 51.

[0064] Fig. 13 shows that in Fig. 10, Fig. 11 to Fig. Figure 12 shows a support module 10, wherein at least one event technology element 51 is arranged on the base body 11 via the adapter 21. The connection between the adapter 21 and the event technology element 51 is via the [missing information]. Fig. The mounting interface 22 shown in Figure 12 is realized. The support module 10 and the event technology element 51 form a support device 50 according to the second aspect of the present invention. The event technology element 51 is designed here as an LED wall or video wall.

[0065] Fig. 14 to Fig. Figure 16 shows a carrier module 10, which, in relation to Fig. 1, Fig. 2, Fig. 3, Fig. 4, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8 to Fig. The structure described in section 9 is further comprised of at least one stop element 23 for connection to a support structure 27 and / or at least one further support module 10. The support module 10 is in Fig. 14 in an isometric view, in Fig. 15 in a side view and in Fig. Figure 16 shows a top view. The present figure comprises two identical stop elements 23, each arranged on the base body 11 via connection interfaces 19. Locking devices 18 are used to connect the stop elements 23 to the base body 11.

[0066] Furthermore, the stop elements 23 each have at least one stop interface 24 for connecting the stop element 23 to a support structure 27 and / or at least one further support module 10 or at least one stop element 23 arranged on a further support module 10. The stop interfaces 24 are designed as shackles.

[0067] Fig. 17, Fig. 18 to Fig. Figure 19 shows a further support module 10 on which two stop elements 23 are arranged via connection interfaces 19. The stop elements 23 have stop interfaces 24 designed as eye bolts. The stop interfaces 24 are displaceable, at least partially, relative to a base body 29 of the respective stop element 23. For this purpose, the eye bolts are arranged in an elongated hole formed in a base body 29 of the stop element 23 such that they can be displaced, at least partially, along the longitudinal extent of the elongated hole and then fixed in their position.

[0068] Out of Fig. 17 and Fig. It is further evident from Figure 18 that the stop elements 23 are each designed such that when the stop elements 23 are arranged on the base body 11, in particular via at least one connection interface 19, at least one mounting surface 28 formed on the base body 11 is completely freed for receiving at least one event technology element 51 by the stop elements 23. Thus, event technology elements 51, in particular spotlights or the like, which conceal the base body 11, can be attached to the mounting surface 28. This allows for a particularly discreet method of suspending event technology elements 51.

[0069] Fig. Figure 20 further shows a schematic view of a support system 100 comprising two support modules 10 according to the first aspect of the present invention. The support modules 10 each comprise two stop elements 23 and are connected to each other via the stop elements 23 or corresponding stop interfaces 24 of the stop elements 23. Furthermore, one of the support modules 10 is connected to a support structure 27 via corresponding stop interfaces 24.

[0070] Fig. 21, Fig. 22 to Fig. Figure 23 shows a further embodiment of a carrier system 100, comprising at least two carrier modules 10 according to the first aspect of the present invention, wherein the carrier modules 10 are connected to one another via connecting elements 12, in particular a primary connecting element 12.1 and a secondary connecting element 12.2. The connecting elements 12 are connected to one another via at least one locking element 18, wherein the locking element 18 is designed in this case as a locking pin that is at least partially conical.

[0071] It goes without saying that the in Fig. 20 or Fig. 21, Fig. 22 to Fig. The 23 illustrated embodiments of a carrier system 100 can be combined.

[0072] The preceding explanation of the embodiments describes the present invention solely by way of examples. Naturally, individual features of the embodiments can be freely combined with one another, provided this is technically feasible, without departing from the scope of the present invention. Reference symbol list 10 Carrier module 11 Basic bodies 12 connector element 12.1 Primary connector element 12.2 secondary connector element 13 lead 14 Recording section 15 first recess 16 wall 17 second recess 18 safety devices 19 Connection interface 20 recesses 21 adapters 22 Mounting interface 23 Stop element 24 Stop interface 25 Basic body section 26 collars 27 Supporting structure 28 Mounting surface 29 Basic bodies 50 Carrier device 51 Event technology element 100 carrier system E1 first end E2 second end L Longitudinal axis

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[1] Support module (10) for receiving at least one event technology element (51), comprising a base body (11) which extends along a longitudinal axis (L) between a first end (E1) and a second end (E2), wherein a connector element (12) for connecting the support module (10) to another support module (10) is arranged at the first end (E1) and at the second end (E2). [2] Carrier module (10) according to claim 1, characterized by , that the connector element (12) arranged at the first end (E1) and the connector element (12) arranged at the second end (E2) are identical or substantially identical in design. [3] Carrier module (10) according to claim 1, characterized by, that the connector element (12) arranged at the first end (E1) is designed as a primary connector element (12.1) and the connector element (12) arranged at the second end (E2) is designed as a secondary connector element (12.2), wherein the primary connector element (12.1) and the secondary connector element (12.2) form a compatible adapter pair. [4] Carrier module (10) according to claim 3, characterized by , that the primary connector element (12.1) comprises at least one projection (13) for insertion, at least partially, into at least one receiving section (14) of a secondary connector element (12.2) and / or that the secondary connector element (12.2) comprises at least one receiving section (14) for receiving, at least partially, at least one projection (13) of a primary connector element (12.1). [5] Carrier module (10) according to claim 4, characterized by, that at least a first recess (15) is formed in the projection (13) of the primary connector element (12.1) and wherein at least a second recess (17) is formed in at least one wall (16) of the receiving section (14) of the secondary connector element (12.2), wherein at least a first recess (15) and at least a second recess (17) can be brought into overlap, at least sectionally, by inserting the projection (13) into the receiving section (14). [6] Carrier module (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that at least one connecting element (12) is arranged, at least sectionally, in a form-fitting manner on the base body (11), wherein preferably the form-fitting exclusively allows movement of the connecting element (12) relative to the base body (11) along the longitudinal axis (L). [7] Carrier module (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that at least one connector element (12) is secured to the base body (11) by at least one locking means (18), preferably in a position-fixed or substantially position-fixed manner, wherein the locking means (18) is preferably designed as a hollow spring pin. [8] Carrier module (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by that the base body (11) has a hollow profile, in particular a rectangular one, and / or that the base body (11) and / or at least one connecting element (12) is made of aluminium and / or steel, at least in sections. [9] Carrier module (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that at least one connection interface (19) for connecting the base body (11) to at least one adapter (21) and / or at least one stop element (23) is formed on the base body (11), wherein in particular the connection interface (19) comprises at least one recess (20) formed on the base body (11). [10] Carrier module (10) according to claim 9, characterized by , furthermore, that at least one adapter (21) for connection with at least one event technology element (51) is included, wherein the adapter (21) is arranged on the base body (11) via at least one connection interface (19) and in particular has at least one mounting interface (22) for connecting the adapter (21) to an event technology element (51). [11] Carrier module (10) according to claim 9 or 10, characterized by, that furthermore at least one stop element (23) for connection with a support structure (27) and / or at least one further support module (10) is included, wherein the stop element (23) is arranged on the base body (11) via at least one connection interface (19) and in particular has at least one stop interface (24) for connecting the stop element (23) to a support structure (27) and / or at least one further support module (10). [12] Carrier module (10) according to claim 11, characterized by , that at least one stop element (23) is designed such that when the stop element (23) is arranged on the base body (11), at least one mounting surface (28) formed on the base body (11) is completely released by the stop element (23) for receiving at least one event technology element (51). [13] Carrier device (50) comprising at least one carrier module (10) according to one of the preceding claims and at least one event technology element (51), wherein the event technology element (51) is arranged on the base body (11), in particular via at least one adapter (21). [14] Support system (100) comprising at least two support modules (10) according to one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the support modules (10) are connected to each other via connecting elements (12), in particular a primary connecting element (12.1) and a secondary connecting element (12.2). [15] Carrier system (100) comprising at least two carrier modules (10) according to one of claims 1 to 12, wherein the carrier modules (10) are connected to each other via stop elements (23). [16] Carrier system (100) according to claim 14 or 15, characterized by, that at least two connecting elements (12) are connected to each other via at least one locking means (18), wherein preferably the locking means (18) is designed as a, at least partially, conical locking pin.

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