Releasable Display Mount With 90-Degree Rotation and Pivot Lock

Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional device mounts are limited in configuration and cannot securely attach a control or display device to surfaces other than those below the device, as they rely on gravity and friction, restricting rotation and viewing angles.

Innovation Solution

A device mount with a pivot bolt system and adjustable nut that allows for releasable attachment and rotation in increments of 90 degrees, using retaining tabs and corner guides for secure alignment with a receptor hollow on the device, enabling flexible attachment to various surfaces and angles.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If conventional mounts use gravity and friction for retention, then the device can be securely attached to surfaces below it, but the mount cannot be used on wall mounts or elevated surfaces and rotation is limited

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvemounting surface compatibilityVSAvoidinsertion direction requirement

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent inverts the conventional retention mechanism by using an upward-opening snap-fit engagement instead of downward insertion. The recess in the base and protrusion on the device work together to allow the device to be attached from any direction, eliminating the gravity-dependent downward insertion requirement of conventional mounts.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #13The other way round (Inversion)

Solution Approach 2:

The mount is designed with a universal attachment mechanism that can securely fasten devices to various surface types and orientations. The snap-fit system with recess and protrusion provides consistent retention whether mounted on walls, ceilings, or elevated surfaces, making the mount multi-functional and adaptable to different installation scenarios.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Reliability

If conventional mounts require downward insertion to enlist gravity for stability, then the device can be retained in the base, but the mount bracket is limited to surfaces below the desired device position

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedevice retention stabilityVSAvoidmounting location flexibility

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent inverts the conventional retention mechanism by using an upward-opening snap-fit engagement instead of downward insertion. The recess in the base and protrusion on the device work together to allow the device to be attached from any direction, eliminating the gravity-dependent downward insertion requirement of conventional mounts.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #13The other way round (Inversion)

3Adaptability or versatility

If magnets are used in control device mounts, then attachment to metal and magnetic surfaces is enabled, but the mount is limited to these specific surface types

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvesurface type compatibilityVSAvoidattachment direction limitation

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent inverts the conventional retention mechanism by using an upward-opening snap-fit engagement instead of downward insertion. The recess in the base and protrusion on the device work together to allow the device to be attached from any direction, eliminating the gravity-dependent downward insertion requirement of conventional mounts.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #13The other way round (Inversion)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the magnetic attachment mechanism with a mechanical snap-fit system consisting of a recess and protrusion. This mechanical system provides universal attachment capability to any surface type without relying on magnetic properties, while also enabling rotation and repositioning that magnetic mounts restrict.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

4Adaptability or versatility

If the mount allows rotation of the display device, then desired viewing angles can be achieved, but the attachment mechanism must accommodate movement while maintaining security

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveviewing angle adjustmentVSAvoidattachment security

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent incorporates a dynamic adjustment mechanism that allows the device to be rotated and repositioned to various viewing angles while maintaining secure attachment. The snap-fit system permits controlled movement during installation and adjustment, then locks firmly in the desired position, providing both flexibility and reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables secure, releasable attachment and adjustable rotation of devices up to 90 degrees, providing greater flexibility in mounting configurations and allowing for optimal viewing angles without the need for gravity-assisted alignment.

Implementation Method 1

a pivot bolt engages an adjustment nut with a threaded interior where rotation of said adjustment nut prevents rotation of said mount relative to said stand

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectThreaded engagement: Screw

Implementation Method 2

a friction extension extending from said mount

Methodology Applied

Scientific EffectFriction: Friction

Data Source

PatentUS11384893B2Device mount with releasable attachment and adjustable rotation

Publication Date: 2022.07.12 THE BBQ GURU INC

AI summary

A device is disclosed that provides secure and releasable connection between a mount and a display device where corresponding structural elements on the mount and a receptor hollow disposed on the display device provide for alternate attachment where the connected structures can be rotated in increments of ninety degrees and consistently and releasably connected. A second axis of rotation is provided around a pivot bolt that can be adjusted or fixed with a threaded adjustment nut.