Foldable Banner With Pivot Links For Self-Erecting Display
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional banners lack the ability to easily transform from a flat state into a three-dimensional, festive display with self-erecting elements, making them less versatile and engaging for decorative purposes.
Innovation Solution
A foldable banner design featuring a chain of pivotable links with pop-up elements that automatically transition from a flat to a raised position when suspended, utilizing sliding panels and attachment mechanisms to create a dynamic display.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional banners are used, then they are simple and easy to manufacture, but they lack the ability to transform from flat state to three-dimensional display
Solution Approach 1:
The banner is divided into multiple rigid links connected by pivot joints, allowing each segment to move independently. This segmentation enables the banner to transform from a flat configuration to a three-dimensional display while maintaining manufacturing simplicity through modular construction.
Solution Approach 2:
The banner incorporates dynamic pivot joints that allow the rigid links to rotate and change configuration. This dynamic capability enables automatic transformation from flat to three-dimensional display when suspended, without requiring complex control mechanisms.
2Adaptability or versatility
If foldable banner with pop-up elements is used, then visual appeal is enhanced, but storage and transport become more difficult
Solution Approach 1:
When not in use, the banner links nest together in a compact configuration, with each link fitting within the space of the others. This nesting capability allows the visually appealing three-dimensional banner to be stored in a small footprint, solving the contradiction between display quality and storage convenience.
Solution Approach 2:
The dynamic pivot joints enable the banner to automatically transition between compact storage configuration and expanded display configuration. When suspended, gravity and the pivot mechanism work together to automatically pop the banner into its three-dimensional display form without requiring manual assembly.
3Ease of operation
If automatic pop-up mechanism is implemented, then ease of setup is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The banner employs a self-service mechanism where the pivot joints and link geometry automatically cause the pop-up transformation when suspended. No external power source, motors, or complex control systems are needed - the structure itself performs the transformation service through its mechanical design and gravitational forces.
Solution Approach 2:
Instead of using complex mechanical systems with motors and controllers, the invention replaces them with simple pivot joints and carefully designed link geometries. The automatic pop-up effect is achieved through passive mechanical means and gravitational forces, significantly reducing overall system complexity while maintaining ease of setup.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The foldable banner provides a low-cost, reusable, and instantly engaging decorative solution that can be easily stored and transported, enhancing visual appeal with automatic pop-up elements when hung, suitable for various themes and occasions.
Implementation Method 1
each panel connected to at least one other panel at a 360-degree pivot point
Implementation Method 2
when the first and last panels are spaced apart and suspended from their respective hanging devices, the first and second pop-up elements move from a flat position to a raised position
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AI summary
A foldable garland or banner with pop-up elements that can be folded flat for easy storage, transport or delivery and can be unfolded into a unique, festive banner with pop-up elements. The pop-up elements are self-erecting when the banner is suspended from a loop attached to each distal end of the banner. The foldable banner is a low-cost, reusable, décor item that instantly creates a celebratory atmosphere.