Flatness Sensing Device for Display Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

The assembly of large display screens, such as LED or LCD screens, is compromised by uneven flatness between basic units, affecting the overall display and visual effect, as existing technologies lack effective methods to ensure uniformity.

Innovation Solution

A flatness sensing device comprising a pressure sensing unit and a controller, which uses a pressure sensor to detect pressure variations and determine flatness by comparing measured pressures against a preset range, issuing an alarm if deviations occur, and allowing for real-time adjustment during assembly.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If manual assembly methods are used for display screens, then assembly flexibility is maintained, but flatness uniformity between basic units deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveflatness uniformityVSAvoidassembly system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent replaces manual mechanical assembly with an automated sensing system that uses pressure sensors to detect flatness deviations. The controller automatically processes sensor data and provides adjustment instructions, substituting human judgment and manual measurement with automated electronic detection and control systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The sensing device enables operators to perform self-checks during assembly by placing the sensing unit on basic units. The system provides immediate feedback through the controller, allowing workers to adjust flatness themselves based on quantitative data, transforming manual assembly into a self-correcting process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

2Productivity

If automated assembly lines are implemented, then assembly speed increases, but detection and adjustment capability for flatness decreases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveassembly speedVSAvoidflatness detection accuracy
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a feedback mechanism where pressure sensors continuously monitor flatness during assembly, the controller processes this data in real-time, and adjustment instructions are immediately provided to operators. This closed-loop feedback system ensures precise detection without slowing down the assembly process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The sensing device performs preliminary detection of flatness deviations before final assembly is completed. By detecting issues early during the assembly process, the system allows for timely adjustments, preventing defects from propagating and reducing the need for rework.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

3Measurement precision

If multiple pressure sensors are deployed across the surface, then measurement coverage improves, but device complexity and cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveflatness detection coverageVSAvoidsensing system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent divides the sensing function into multiple independent pressure sensors distributed across the sensing unit. Each sensor monitors a specific location, and the controller aggregates data from all sensors to provide comprehensive flatness assessment. This segmentation allows comprehensive coverage while keeping individual sensor components simple and manageable.

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 device ensures accurate flatness detection and adjustment during assembly, enhancing the quality and efficiency of the final display screen by allowing for precise alignment and uniform pressure distribution across the surface.

Implementation Method 1

a pressure sensor (14) arranged at an edge of the plate body (12) The pressure sensor (14) senses a pressure when the sensing surface (140) contacts an object to be tested

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPressure sensing: Piezoresistive Effect

Data Source

PatentUS11022420B2Flatness sensing device and method for detecting pressures applied by an object to the flatness sensing device
Publication Date: 2021.06.01 HONGFUJIN PRECISION ELECTRONICS (ZHENGZHOU) CO LTD
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  • US11022420B2 patent drawing
  • US11022420B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A flatness sensing device includes a pressure sensing unit and a controller. The pressure sensing unit includes a plate portion, and a pressure sensor fixed and exposed at an edge of the plate portion. A sensing surface of the pressure sensor is flush with the bottom surface of the plate portion. The pressure sensor senses a pressure or lack of pressure of an object to be tested when it touches the object to be tested. The controller receives the pressure value output from the pressure sensor and determines a flatness of the object to be tested, the controller can issue an alarm on finding non-flatness and cause the degree of flatness to be displayed to a user.