Combination three pocket folder and document stand

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Solution Overview

Problem

Users face the challenge of needing to carry additional items to access documents while using computers or presenting, as existing folders do not easily convert into sturdy document stands, and often lead to disarray of documents.

Innovation Solution

A three-pocket folder with folding panels that can transform into a document stand, featuring a flap with accordion folds and a slot for securing the stand configuration, ensuring stability and organization of documents, including supporting electronic devices.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a traditional folder is used to carry documents, then documents can be transported, but the user must carry additional items to access documents while using a computer or presenting

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedocument access capabilityVSAvoidnumber of items to carry

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The folder is designed to perform multiple functions: it serves as a document carrier when closed and as a document stand when opened and configured. The folding panels can be arranged to form a stable stand structure with an inclined surface for displaying documents, eliminating the need to carry a separate document holder or stand.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Ease of operation

If a folder is converted into a document stand, then document access is improved, but the structure may lack stability and cause disarray of documents

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedocument accessibilityVSAvoidstructural stability

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The folder is divided into multiple folding panels that can be independently positioned and configured. These panels work together to form a stable triangular or A-frame structure when opened, providing structural rigidity and preventing document disarray while maintaining ease of access.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

3Strength

If the folder structure is reinforced to support electronic devices, then durability is improved, but manufacturing complexity and cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesupport capacityVSAvoidmanufacturing simplicity

Core Design Contradiction:

StrengthVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The folder utilizes the inherent stiffness and strength properties of standard folder materials by optimizing the geometric configuration of the folding panels. The angle and arrangement of panels are designed to distribute weight effectively, allowing the folder to support electronic devices without requiring additional reinforcement materials or complex manufacturing processes.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #35Parameter changes

Data Source

PatentUS11167583B1Combination three pocket folder and document stand

Publication Date: 2021.11.09 JARZOMBEK TERESA M

AI summary

A combination multiple pocket folder and document stand includes a first rising panel having a first edge and a second edge; a second rising panel, having a first edge attached to the second edge of the first rising panel and a second edge; a base panel, having a first edge attached to the second edge of the second rising panel and a second edge; a flap attached to the first edge of the first rising panel and having a tab at a distal edge thereof; and a slot provided along the second edge of the base panel for receiving therein the tab of the flap. The flap, which preferably includes accordion folds, cooperates with the slot to transform the folder into a document stand.