Flexible Cable Display System for Rapid Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing display systems for video displays in the performance industry are rigid, time-consuming to assemble and disassemble, and do not allow for flexible manipulation or rotation, leading to inconsistent weight distribution and potential connector failure.

Innovation Solution

A display system utilizing flexible supports, such as cables or wires, that can be easily attached and detached to display devices, allowing for flexible arrangement and weight distribution, enabling quick assembly and disassembly without requiring complex tools or skilled personnel.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If rigid supports are used in display systems, then structural stability is improved, but assembly time increases and flexibility is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidassembly time
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The display system is divided into modular display arrangements that can be independently assembled and connected. Each module can be pre-assembled and tested separately, then quickly connected to form the complete display structure, significantly reducing overall assembly time while maintaining structural stability through standardized connection interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs movable and adjustable support structures that can be dynamically reconfigured during assembly and operation. These dynamic elements allow the display system to be easily adjusted, repositioned, and assembled in different configurations, reducing assembly time while adapting to various structural stability requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Manufacturing precision

If complex assembly procedures are used, then manufacturing precision is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveassembly precisionVSAvoidease of assembly
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The display system incorporates self-aligning features and self-adjusting mechanisms that automatically ensure proper positioning and connection during assembly. The modular components are designed with built-in alignment guides and tolerance compensation features that automatically correct minor positioning errors, achieving high assembly precision without requiring complex procedures or highly skilled operators.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

Standardized universal connection interfaces are used across all display modules, allowing the same assembly procedures and connection mechanisms to be applied consistently throughout the system. This universality simplifies the assembly process while maintaining precision through repeated, standardized operations rather than custom procedures for each component.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Strength

If heavy support structures are used, then strength is improved, but weight increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupport strengthVSAvoiddisplay system weight
Core Design Contradiction:
StrengthVSWeight of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent utilizes flexible cable supports and thin-film structural elements instead of traditional heavy rigid supports. These flexible elements provide sufficient strength to hold display arrangements while dramatically reducing the overall weight of the system. The cable-based support structure maintains adequate strength through tension-based load bearing rather than compression-resistant rigid structures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #30Flexible shells and thin films

Solution Approach 2:

The support structures employ composite materials that combine high strength-to-weight ratio properties. By using materials such as high-strength alloys, carbon-fiber reinforced polymers, or other composite constructions, the system achieves the necessary support strength with significantly reduced weight compared to traditional solid metal structures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

4Stability of the object's composition

If fixed display arrangements are used, then stability is improved, but adaptability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedisplay stabilityVSAvoiddisplay flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The display system incorporates movable, adjustable, and reconfigurable elements that allow the stable display arrangements to be dynamically repositioned and reconfigured. Connection mechanisms enable easy attachment and detachment of display modules, allowing the system to adapt to different spatial requirements and display configurations while maintaining stability during operation through secure locking features.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS9449538B2Display system, display process and engagement feature
Publication Date: 2016.09.20 TAIT TOWERS MANUFACTURING LLC
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AI summary

A display system, a display process, and an engagement feature are disclosed. The display system includes a first display arrangement, a second display arrangement, and a flexible support extending from the first display arrangement to the second display arrangement. The first display arrangement engages the second display arrangement by movement of the flexible support.