EMF-Shielded Display Stand With Pivoting Animal-Style Support

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display stand apparatuses do not provide a pivoting stand that allows electronic devices to be displayed on a support surface while blocking electromagnetic radiation, and they lack an appealing design.

Innovation Solution

A display stand apparatus with a case that holds an electronic device and features an EMF shield to block electromagnetic radiation, along with a support system that includes a pivotable prop to adjust the device's position, creating an animal-like appearance.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Object-affected harmful factors

If a case with EMF shield is used to block electromagnetic radiation, then electromagnetic radiation blocking is improved, but the device cannot be displayed on a support surface

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveelectromagnetic radiation blockingVSAvoiddisplay capability
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-affected harmful factorsVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the dynamics principle by incorporating a pivotable support system that allows the case to transition between different positions. The support includes a base member and a prop that can pivot relative to each other, enabling the case to be positioned at various angles on a support surface. This dynamic mechanism resolves the contradiction by allowing the EMF-shielded case to be displayed in an upright position while maintaining its radiation-blocking functionality.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of operation

If a pivoting stand is added to enable display positioning, then display capability is improved, but the design becomes less appealing

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedisplay positioning capabilityVSAvoidaesthetic appearance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSShape

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the color changes principle by utilizing texture changes instead. The support system incorporates a base member with a textured surface resembling animal skin or fur, and the prop is designed to complement this texture. When the prop is in the stowed position, the textured base member creates an appealing visual appearance. This aesthetic design resolves the contradiction by making the functional pivoting mechanism visually attractive rather than detracting from the design.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #32Color changes

3Ease of operation

If the prop is extended rearwardly to form a stand, then display positioning is improved, but the structure becomes more complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadjustable display positioningVSAvoidsupport structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the segmentation principle by dividing the support system into distinct functional components: a base member with a textured surface and a separate prop that pivots relative to the base. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function independently while simplifying the overall structure. The prop can pivot to extend rearwardly for display positioning or fold forward to a stowed position, providing adjustability without excessive complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

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

The apparatus effectively blocks electromagnetic radiation and allows for adjustable display positioning, while its animal-like design provides an aesthetically appealing and functional solution.

Implementation Method 1

An electromagnetic field (EMF) shield coupled to a front side of the back wall and comprising an EMF blocking material. The EMF shield is configured to block electromagnetic radiation emitted by the electronic device.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic shielding: Faraday Cage

Data Source

PatentUS12264776B2Display stand apparatus for an electronic device
Publication Date: 2025.04.01 STEVENS ZACHARY
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AI summary

A display stand apparatus for supporting an electronic device on a support surface and blocking electromagnetic radiation emitted by the electronic device includes a case with an electromagnetic field (EMF) shield for blocking the electromagnetic radiation. A support is attached to the case which is deployable to position the electronic device on the support surface. The support has an appearance of an animal and has a pivoting prop that appears as an appendage of the animal.