Flat Panel Display Support With Hinge Assemblies
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional flat panel display (FPD) supports occupy large space due to their base size, making them difficult to place and store, especially when the FPD needs to be adjusted for visual angle adjustments.
Innovation Solution
A compact FPD support design featuring a panel bracket with two hinge assemblies and a U-shaped supporting bracket, allowing the FPD to stand on a plane and pivot, while maintaining a lightweight and portable shape for easy packaging and storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a large base is used in conventional FPD supports, then stability is improved, but space occupation increases making placement and storage difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure transitions from a planar base configuration to a three-dimensional folded configuration. When unfolded, the support brackets extend outward to provide stability; when folded, they collapse into a compact form that minimizes space occupation. This dimensional transformation allows the same structure to achieve both stability during use and compactness during storage.
Solution Approach 2:
The support brackets are designed to be dynamically adjustable between extended and retracted positions. The hinge assemblies enable the brackets to pivot and fold, transforming the static base into a dynamic structure that can adapt its configuration based on whether the FPD is in use or storage mode, thereby resolving the contradiction between stability and space occupation.
2Weight of moving object
If a compact design is used, then portability is improved, but stability may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The support structure utilizes three-dimensional folding mechanics to achieve compactness without sacrificing stability. When deployed, the brackets extend in multiple dimensions to create a stable support base; when collapsed, they fold into a compact form that maintains portability. This dimensional transformation allows the structure to be both lightweight and stable.
3Adaptability or versatility
If hinge assemblies are added for angle adjustment, then versatility is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The hinge assemblies serve multiple functions simultaneously: they enable angle adjustment of the FPD, allow the support brackets to fold for compact storage, and provide structural connection points. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components, thereby increasing versatility while controlling overall device complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The design enables convenient storage and portability of FPDs while allowing for adjustable visual angles without occupying excessive space, enhancing usability and space efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
two hinge assemblies being mounted on the panel bracket and an U-shaped supporting bracket being attached to the hinge assemblies. The supporting bracket supports the FPD to allow the FPD to stand on a plane and can pivot to adjust an angle of the FPD relative to the plane with the hinge assemblies.
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AI summary
A flat panel display (FPD) support has a panel bracket being attached to an FPD, two hinge assemblies being mounted on the panel bracket and an U-shaped supporting bracket being attached to the hinge assemblies. The supporting bracket supports the FPD to allow the FPD to stand on a plane and can pivot to adjust an angle of the FPD relative to the plane with the hinge assemblies. The FPD with the FPD support shows a light, simple and portable shape, can be conveniently packaged for sell or moving and will not occupy life space while using.