Corner Wall Mountable Hanging Structure with Anti-Rotation Retainers
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Solution Overview
Problem
There is a need for an improved structure to hang garments between two intersecting walls, as existing solutions are inadequate for securely supporting hanger bars.
Innovation Solution
A hanging structure comprising a curved rod with holes or notches and a mounting assembly with retainers, each comprising a base, flange, and shroud, which securely attaches to the walls to prevent rotation and provide a stable mounting system for hanger bars.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a simple mounting structure is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the reliability of securing the hanger bar is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure is divided into separate components: a rod with curved section, multiple retainers, bases for wall mounting, flanges for receiving rod ends, and holding elements. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function reliably while maintaining overall structural integrity without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The flange receives the end of the rod, and the holding elements are nested within the flange structure to engage with the rod. The retainer comprises nested components (base, flange, holding elements) that fit together to create a secure mounting system without requiring overly complex external structures.
2Stability of the object's composition
If the rod is made rigid to prevent rotation, then the stability is improved, but the adaptability to varying wall angles is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The rod includes a curved section that can accommodate different wall angles and configurations. The holding elements engage with the rod in a manner that allows for adjustment and adaptation to varying geometric requirements while maintaining stability through the interlocking mechanism of bases, flanges, and holding elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The curved section of the rod can have varying radius of curvature to adapt to different wall angles. The mounting structure allows for parameter changes in the rod's geometry and positioning to suit different installation requirements while maintaining secure attachment through the retainer mechanism.
3Reliability
If multiple holding elements are used to prevent rotation, then the reliability is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple holding elements are integrated into a unified flange structure rather than being separate components. The holding elements work together as a combined system within the flange to prevent rod rotation, reducing the overall complexity compared to having multiple independent mounting mechanisms.
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AI summary
A mountable hanging structure may be mounted between two intersecting walls forming a corner. The hanging structure may comprise a rod comprising a body with a curved section extending between first and second ends and a mounting assembly comprising two retainers. Each of the retainers may comprises (1) a base configured for mounting to one of the intersecting walls, (2) a flange extending from the base for receiving a respective end of the rod, wherein the flange comprises one or more holding elements configured to receive the ends of the rod and prevent the rod from rotating relative to the base, and (3) a shroud configured for connecting to the base and comprising a bore for receiving an end of the rod. The base and the shroud may comprise interlocking members for interlocking the shroud to the base to mount the rod.