Flexible Planar Component Stabilization With Rear-Side Lamellas
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Solution Overview
Problem
Flexible components require auxiliary means to maintain a fixed shape, as they are easily deformable.
Innovation Solution
A stabilization element is used on the rear side of a flexible component, connected via lamellas in a force-transmitting and friction-locked manner, allowing the component to be fixed and stiffened in a desired shape, with the option for reversible attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a flexible component is used, then ease of deformation and adaptability are improved, but shape stability and structural rigidity deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The stabilization element is divided into multiple lamellas that can be independently connected to the flexible component. Each lamella acts as a separate stabilizing element, allowing localized shape fixation while maintaining overall flexibility. The lamellas are distributed across the surface of the flexible component, providing segmented support that prevents unwanted deformation.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention combines the flexible component material with a stabilization element made of different material properties. The stabilization element (layer and lamellas) has higher rigidity and dimensional stability compared to the flexible component, creating a composite structure that exhibits both flexibility and shape stability. This composite approach allows the system to benefit from the complementary properties of different materials.
2Stability of the object's composition
If auxiliary stabilization means are added to fix the flexible component, then shape stability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The stabilization function is extracted as a separate, removable element (layer with lamellas) that can be independently applied to the flexible component. This extracted stabilization means can be attached when shape stability is needed and removed when flexibility is required, avoiding permanent complexity in the base flexible component design.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection between the stabilization element and the flexible component is designed to be reversible and dynamic. The lamellas can be connected and disconnected from the flexible component, allowing the system to transition between stabilized and flexible states as needed. This dynamic capability reduces the need for complex permanent stabilization mechanisms.
3Stability of the object's composition
If the stabilization element is permanently connected to the flexible component, then shape stability is improved, but reversibility and ease of operation deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The connection system is designed with dynamic characteristics, allowing the stabilization element to be easily attached and detached. The reversible connection mechanism enables the flexible component to switch between stabilized and flexible states as needed, maintaining both shape stability when required and operational flexibility when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The stabilization element can be temporarily attached (discarded when not needed) and recovered (re-attached when needed) based on operational requirements. This approach allows the system to maintain shape stability only when necessary, preserving the inherent flexibility of the component for ease of operation during tasks requiring deformation.
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 component maintains its intended shape through the stabilization element, enabling applications like sunshields or displays to be easily deployed and stored, while allowing for flexibility when needed.
Implementation Method 1
The lamellas on the rear side of the component are to be connected or are connectable in a force-transmitting and/or in a friction-locked manner on the rear side of the component to the layer and thus to the stabilization element
Implementation Method 2
via an electrostatic force of attraction or a magnetic force of attraction, a reversible force-transmitting or friction-locked connection is provided, wherein the lamellas and/or the layer accordingly comprise or comprises electrostatically and/or magnetically acting elements for providing a respective force of attraction
Implementation Method 3
via an electrostatic force of attraction or a magnetic force of attraction, a reversible force-transmitting or friction-locked connection is provided, wherein the lamellas and/or the layer accordingly comprise or comprises electrostatically and/or magnetically acting elements for providing a respective force of attraction
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AI summary
The problem relates to an arrangement for a flexible flat component which comprises a front side and a rear side, wherein the arrangement comprises a flat stabilization element and lamellas, wherein the lamellas are arranged on the rear side of the component, wherein the component can be deformed, wherein the stabilization element is designed to cooperate with the lamellas on the rear side of the component and to fix the component in a shape that the respective component is respectively currently in.