Galley Display Rotary-Pivot Mount for Flexible Stowage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Integrating a display into a galley monument of a vehicle, such as an aircraft or spacecraft, is challenging due to space constraints and the need for flexible positioning, especially in environments where specific customer adaptations are common.
Innovation Solution
A galley monument with a display holder designed as a rotary-pivot joint allows the display to be rotatably and pivotably attached, enabling it to be positioned optimally for use and stowed as needed, with the ability to rotate ±90°, 180°, or 270°, and pivot into a stowed state, using static friction for support and optional manual or automatic locking.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If a display is integrated into a galley monument with fixed mounting, then space management is improved, but flexibility and adaptability are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The display is mounted on a rotary-pivot joint that allows it to be rotated and tilted to different positions and orientations. This dynamic mounting mechanism enables the display to adapt to different operational requirements and space configurations while maintaining secure attachment to the galley monument.
Solution Approach 2:
The rotary-pivot joint mechanism provides multiple functions: securing the display in various positions, allowing rotation for different orientations, enabling tilting for optimal viewing angles, and providing a stowed state when not in use. This multi-functional mounting system addresses both space management and adaptability requirements.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a display is fixed in position on a galley monument, then structural stability is improved, but ease of operation and positioning flexibility are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The rotary-pivot joint provides a dynamically adjustable mounting system that allows the display to be positioned in various orientations and angles while maintaining secure attachment. The mechanism enables smooth rotation and tilting movements for easy positioning, then locks firmly to provide structural stability during operation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a display is mounted with multiple degrees of freedom, then adaptability and positioning options are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The rotary-pivot joint combines rotation and tilting movements into a single integrated mounting mechanism. This merged design provides multiple degrees of freedom for positioning the display while avoiding the complexity of separate adjustment mechanisms. The unified structure reduces the number of components and simplifies the overall mounting system.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This solution provides a flexible and secure display mounting system that can be retrofitted, allowing the display to be positioned optimally for operation while minimizing crew movement restrictions, and can withstand vibrations and loads, enhancing usability and adaptability in confined spaces.
Implementation Method 1
The display holder can hold the display in any position without further mechanical support by static friction
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AI summary
A galley monument having an integrated display arrangement includes a display; a display holder, by which the display is movably attached to the galley monument, wherein the display holder is designed as a rotary-pivot joint; and a receiving region, into which the display can be pivoted into a stowed state by the display holder; wherein the display can be rotated by the display holder in a state of use in order to set an orientation for use.