Display Stand Coupling With Tool-Free Locking Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing display support devices require separate coupling members or tools for assembly and disassembly, which complicates the process and reduces user convenience.
Innovation Solution
A supporting device with a stand base and stand neck that utilize a spring-loaded elastic block mechanism, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly without additional tools, where the stand neck rotates to engage or disengage with the stand base, using a coupling hole and protrusion system for secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If separate coupling members or tools are used for assembly and disassembly, then the connection strength and reliability are improved, but the device complexity and ease of operation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling member is merged with the stand base to form an integrated structure. The elastic block is embedded within the coupling member, eliminating the need for separate coupling components and tools, thereby simplifying the overall device structure while maintaining connection reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic block automatically engages with the coupling hole through elastic deformation when the stand neck is inserted, and automatically disengages when external force is applied for removal. This self-actuating mechanism eliminates the need for separate coupling members or tools, reducing device complexity while ensuring reliable connection
2Reliability
If separate coupling members or tools are used for assembly and disassembly, then the connection strength and reliability are improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The elastic block automatically engages with the coupling hole through elastic deformation when the stand neck is inserted, and automatically disengages when external force is applied for removal. This self-actuating mechanism eliminates the need for separate coupling members or tools, reducing device complexity while ensuring reliable connection
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic block changes its physical state through elastic deformation, transitioning between engaged and disengaged positions. This parameter change allows the coupling mechanism to switch between locked and unlocked states without additional components, simplifying operation while maintaining connection strength
3Ease of operation
If a spring-loaded elastic block mechanism is used, then the ease of operation is improved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The coupling member is merged with the stand base to form an integrated structure. The elastic block is embedded within the coupling member, eliminating the need for separate coupling components and tools, thereby simplifying the overall device structure while maintaining connection reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The elastic block serves as an intermediary element between the stand base and stand neck, mediating the connection and disconnection processes through its elastic deformation. This single intermediary component replaces complex multi-part coupling mechanisms, simplifying the overall system while enabling easy operation
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables convenient and tool-free assembly and disassembly of the supporting device, improving usability by simplifying the process and enhancing user experience.
Implementation Method 1
a spring accommodated inside the second coupling body, and an elastic block that is movable relative to the second coupling body by the spring
Data Source
AI summary
A supporting device for supporting a display may include a stand base including a first coupling portion; and a stand neck including a second coupling portion being couplable with the first coupling portion, the stand neck being supported by the stand base and being connectable to a rear side of the display. The first coupling portion may include: a first coupling body formed in a hollow shape; and a coupling hole formed in the first coupling body. The second coupling portion may include: a second coupling body being insertable in the first coupling body; a spring accommodated inside the second coupling body; and an elastic block being movable relative to the second coupling body by the spring and corresponding to the coupling hole.