Anti-release wall unit support device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wall unit support devices are not practical for easy adjustment and locking, often requiring tools for detachment and lack safety features to prevent accidental detachment under upward thrust.
Innovation Solution
A wall unit support device with adjustable and vertically movable attachment means, featuring a locking element that can be manually operated without tools, ensuring secure attachment to a supporting rail.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a locking element is added to prevent accidental detachment, then safety is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The locking element is nested within the attachment means structure, where the spring-loaded locking mechanism is integrated into the attachment means housing. The locking element can be manually actuated and engages with a corresponding feature on the supporting rail, providing safety without requiring a separate external locking device.
2Reliability
If a removable locking element is added to prevent detachment, then safety is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The locking element is designed as a spring-loaded mechanism that automatically engages with the supporting rail when the attachment means is installed. The locking action occurs automatically without requiring manual intervention or tools, and the attachment can be released by simply pulling the attachment means away from the rail.
3Adaptability or versatility
If adjustment means are added to allow positioning adjustment, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment means incorporates adjustment mechanisms that allow the free attachment end to be positioned at different locations along the supporting rail. The adjustment means enables vertical and horizontal positioning changes, allowing the wall unit support device to adapt to different installation requirements and furniture configurations.
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AI summary
A wall unit support device (1) designed to be applied in the structure of a piece of furniture (2) and to engage by removable attachment the upper end (3b) of a supporting rail (3) with an inner seat (11). Advantageously, said attachment means (7) comprise a locking element (12) positioned below the lower opening of said inner seat (11) to partially obstruct the lower opening (11), said locking element being driven by a pushing member (14) inserted from the outside into the supporting structure (4) of the wall unit support device (1) through a special passage.