Foldable Display Support Base for Stable Tool-Free Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing flat-panel display devices require bulky and inconvenient base seats that occupy excessive space and are difficult to disassemble for transportation, necessitating the need for specialized tools for assembly and disassembly.

Innovation Solution

A supporting base seat with symmetrical structure members hinged in an axial symmetrical mode, forming a triangular cone-shaped frame when unfolded, featuring clamping hooks, spring columns, and magnets for secure assembly and easy disassembly, allowing for compact storage and tool-free operation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If a traditional base seat is used to support the flat-panel display device, then the device can be kept upright and stable, but the base seat occupies too much space and is difficult to disassemble for transportation

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveupright stabilityVSAvoidoccupied space
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSVolume of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The base seat is divided into multiple detachable structure members (first structure member and second structure member) that can be separated from each other. This segmentation allows the base seat to be disassembled into smaller components for compact storage and transportation, while still providing stable support when assembled and used.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Stability of the object's composition

If a traditional base seat with screws and brackets is used, then the device can be kept upright, but special tools are required for assembly and disassembly

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveupright stabilityVSAvoidassembly convenience
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The traditional screw and bracket mechanical connection system is replaced with a magnetic connection system. The structure members are equipped with magnetic components that enable automatic magnetic attraction and connection, eliminating the need for screws, brackets, and special assembly tools. This substitution maintains structural stability while dramatically improving ease of assembly and disassembly.

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

3Stability of the object's composition

If a bulky base seat is used to ensure stability, then the device can be kept upright, but large capacity is occupied when packed

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesupport stabilityVSAvoidpacking capacity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The base seat is segmented into multiple detachable structure members that can be separated and compacted. When disassembled, the members can be arranged in a compact configuration that minimizes occupied space during packing, thereby increasing the quantity of items that can be packed while maintaining support stability when assembled and used.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

4Stability of the object's composition

If a fixed base seat structure is used, then the device can be kept upright, but it is very inconvenient when disassembly is needed for moving the TV

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveupright stabilityVSAvoiddisassembly flexibility
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The base seat transitions from a fixed structure to a dynamic, detachable structure. The magnetic connection system allows the structure members to be easily attached and detached based on user needs. This dynamic design provides adaptability for different scenarios - stable when assembled for use, and easily disassembled when moving or storing the device.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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 solution enables convenient assembly and disassembly of the flat-panel display device, ensuring stability and space-saving capabilities, facilitating easy transportation and storage while eliminating the need for specialized tools.

Implementation Method 1

a magnetic component is arranged on the supporting base seat, and a metal component is arranged on the flat-panel display device; the magnetic component is magnetically attracted to the metal component so as to hold the supporting base seat to the flat-panel display device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic attraction: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS9433287B2Flat panel display device and support base thereof
Publication Date: 2016.09.06 SHENZHEN TCL NEW-TECH CO LTD
  • US9433287B2 patent drawing
  • US9433287B2 patent drawing
  • US9433287B2 patent drawing

AI summary

The present disclosure discloses a flat-panel display device and a supporting base seat thereof. The supporting base seat includes a first structure member and a second structure member; the first structure member and the second structure member are symmetrical, and the first structure member is axisymmetrically hinged to the second structure member; a first hinging portion is arranged on bottom rear sides of the first structure member and the second structure member; a second hinging portion is arranged at top ends of the first structure member and the second structure member, and a maximum hinged included angle is smaller than 180 degrees; the supporting base seat is a triangular cone-shaped frame structure when unfolded; a first clamping hook extends out of a bottom front side of the first structure member, and a second clamping hook extends out of a bottom front side of the second structure member.