Elevated Object Mounting Stand for Stable Gravesite Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional cemetery gravesite display systems face issues with vases of flowers being knocked over and limited placement options, lacking a secure means to display various objects at a height relative to the ground surface.
Innovation Solution
A support system comprising a stand with horizontal and vertical members, featuring attachment poles and legs for securing objects, allowing for elevated display and protection from environmental factors, with interchangeable attachment means for different types of objects.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a vase of flowers is placed on the ground surface at a gravesite, then it is easily accessible and simple to place, but it can be knocked over and has limited placement options
Solution Approach 1:
The display system is divided into separate components: a ground-insertion stake, a vertical support pole, and a horizontal display arm. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function while maintaining overall system stability without excessive complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from ground-level display to elevated display by adding vertical dimension through the stake and pole structure. This elevates the object above ground level, protecting it from being knocked over while providing better visibility and placement options.
2Reliability
If a fixed display structure is installed at a gravesite, then objects are secured at height, but the structure occupies ground surface space
Solution Approach 1:
The display structure uses a narrow stake that inserts into the ground rather than a broad base, minimizing ground surface occupation. The vertical pole and horizontal arm provide secure elevated display while the stake's small footprint preserves gravesite space.
Solution Approach 2:
By moving the display function to the vertical dimension through the stake and pole, the system secures objects at height without requiring extensive ground surface area, thus resolving the conflict between security and space occupation.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If a simple vase placement system is used, then it is easy to operate, but it lacks protection from environmental factors
Solution Approach 1:
The stake is pre-formed with a pointed tip for easy ground insertion, and the horizontal arm is pre-attached to the pole at the correct angle. This preliminary preparation allows quick assembly and object placement without complex adjustments, while the elevated structure provides environmental protection.
Solution Approach 2:
Elevating the display above ground level through the vertical pole provides protection from environmental factors such as water, mud, and physical disturbance, while the simple stake insertion mechanism maintains ease of operation.
Data Source
AI summary
A support system includes a stand having a first vertical member and a second adjacent vertical member; a first horizontal member and a second adjacent horizontal member; a first pole and a second pole extending from the second horizontal member; a first leg and a second leg extending from the first vertical member and the second vertical member; a first hook and a second hook extending from the second horizontal member; a sign removably attached to the first hook and the second hook; and an object, having a body; a first locking member configured to extend within the body and configured to engage with the first pole; and a second locking member configured to extend within the body and configured to engage with the second pole.