Display Support Sliding Module with Integral Snap-Fit Frames
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional display supports with sliding mechanisms have high production costs due to mechanical stamping and require numerous screws for assembly, making them expensive and complex to manufacture.
Innovation Solution
A display support design featuring a sliding module with integral-formed frames that can be easily inserted into a base module, utilizing a flexible structure and a screw-less mechanism, allowing for retraction and extension without the need for screws, and utilizing a constant spring for connection between the frames.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If mechanical stamping is used to manufacture metal frames, then the structural strength is improved, but the production cost increases and assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical stamping and screw assembly with an injection molding process that integrates the frame structure and fastening features into a single molded component. The injection molded frame incorporates built-in snap-fit features and reinforcement ribs that provide structural strength without requiring separate stamping operations or multiple screws for assembly.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the frame body and fastening features into a single integrated injection molded component. The frame includes integrated snap-fit features, mounting structures, and reinforcement elements all formed in one piece, eliminating the need for separate stamped metal parts and reducing assembly steps while maintaining structural integrity.
2Reliability
If multiple screws are used for assembly, then the connection reliability is improved, but the assembly complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the screw and nut fastening system with an injection molded snap-fit mechanism. The frame includes integrated elastic arms and positioning features that provide reliable mechanical connection through plastic deformation and geometric interlocking, eliminating the need for multiple screws and simplifying assembly to a single insertion motion.
Solution Approach 2:
The injection molded frame includes self-aligning features and elastic recovery elements that automatically position and secure components during assembly. The built-in spring arms and positioning ribs guide the assembly process and maintain connection reliability without requiring precise manual alignment or additional fastening operations.
3Adaptability or versatility
If the display support is designed with sliding mechanism, then the height adjustability is improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the support structure into modular components with standardized interface features. The injection molded frame includes repeating patterns of mounting holes, snap-fit features, and reinforcement ribs that can be configured for different height positions, allowing height adjustability while maintaining consistent manufacturing processes across all positions.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This design reduces production costs, simplifies assembly, and allows for easy storage and height adjustment of the display support, while maintaining stability and functionality.
Implementation Method 1
the second joining portion is disengaged from the first joining portion by a slope of the protrusion pressing and deforming the flexible structure
Data Source
AI summary
A display support includes a sliding module and a base module detachably connected to each other. The sliding module includes a first integral-formed frame and a second integral-formed frame movably disposed therein. When using the display support, the sliding module is joined in a receiving portion of the base module.