Display Mounting Structure With Hooked Assembly and Airflow Paths

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Solution Overview

Problem

The demand for digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising units has increased, but public and private real-estate space is scarce and expensive, necessitating a versatile and adaptable display assembly that can be installed in various environments.

Innovation Solution

A self-contained electronic display assembly with a flexible mounting structure that includes dedicated airflow pathways and adaptable hooks for easy installation on different surfaces, allowing for the integration of various electronic equipment such as EV charging stations, traffic control devices, and street lighting, and can be removably attached to accommodate rotational movement and compact transportation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If a fixed mounting structure is used for electronic display assemblies, then installation stability is improved, but adaptability to different environments deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation stabilityVSAvoidenvironmental adaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting structure incorporates adjustable and reconfigurable components that allow it to adapt to different installation environments while maintaining stable operation. The structure can be dynamically adjusted during installation and maintenance phases.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting structure is designed with universal features that enable it to be installed in multiple environments (indoor, outdoor, various wall types, poles, etc.) while providing consistent stable support for electronic display assemblies.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Stability of the object's composition

If electronic display assemblies are permanently fixed, then structural stability is improved, but ease of removal and repositioning deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidremoval and repositioning ease
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The mounting structure is divided into separable components with standardized connection interfaces. This allows the electronic display assembly to be easily detached and repositioned while maintaining structural stability during operation through robust connection mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The connection system transitions from a static permanent fix to a dynamic system that provides stable operation during use but enables easy removal when needed, through designed disconnection mechanisms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Stability of the object's composition

If dedicated mounting structures are constructed for each location, then installation stability is improved, but device complexity and cost deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation stabilityVSAvoidmounting structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

A single universal mounting structure design is used across multiple locations and environments, eliminating the need for custom-built structures for each site. This reduces overall system complexity and cost while maintaining installation stability through standardized robust connections.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The mounting structure integrates multiple functions (support, positioning, electrical connection, environmental protection) into a single unified system, reducing the number of separate components needed and simplifying the overall installation process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

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 efficient and cost-effective installation of digital advertising units in diverse environments, optimizing space utilization and allowing for the integration of multiple electronic devices, while ensuring thermal management and meeting IP standards.

Implementation Method 1

The mounting structure may comprise a dedicated, open loop airflow pathway between the electronic display assemblies to thermally manage some or all of the electronic equipment

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectConvection: Convection

Data Source

PatentUS12072561B2Self-contained electronic display assembly, mounting structure and methods for the same
Publication Date: 2024.08.27 MANUFACTURING RESOURCES INTERNATIONAL INC
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AI summary

Display assemblies and related systems and methods for mounting are provided. A side assembly includes a cover positioned forward of an electronic display and a mounting device positioned, at least in part, rearward of the electronic display. The mounting device includes a laterally extending portion and hooked portions facing, at least primarily, in a downward facing direction. An additional mounting device includes a laterally extending portion and hooked portions facing, at least primarily, in an upward facing direction, where the hooked portions of the mounting device are complementary with the hooked portions of the additional mounting device.