Goods display rack

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional goods display racks require replacement or repair when product types, sizes, or display configurations change, as the integrated goods base can only accommodate specific products and is prone to damage or contamination.

Innovation Solution

A goods display rack with attachable and detachable goods transfer units that are slidable between front and rear fixing profiles, allowing for easy modification and replacement of units based on product characteristics and display needs, with features like magnetic or Velcro attachment and adjustable positioning.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If an integrated goods base is used, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidadaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The integrated goods base is divided into multiple independent goods transfer units that can be separately attached and detached. Each unit has a specific function (transfer, support, or guide) and can be independently replaced or repositioned, maintaining structural stability while enabling adaptability to different product requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The goods transfer units are designed to be movable and repositionable along the rack structure. The support means allow units to be slid or adjusted to different positions, transforming the static integrated base into a dynamic configuration that adapts to changing display needs while preserving overall structural integrity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Ease of manufacture

If an integrated goods base is used, then manufacturing simplicity is improved, but ease of repair deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemanufacturing simplicityVSAvoidease of repair
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSEase of repair

Solution Approach 1:

By segmenting the goods base into separate transfer units with standardized interfaces, each unit can be manufactured independently using simpler processes. When repair is needed, only the defective unit requires attention rather than replacing the entire integrated base, significantly improving ease of repair.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The modular design allows defective units to be easily removed and replaced with new or refurbished units. The standardized attachment mechanisms enable quick disposal of damaged components and recovery of functional ones, reducing repair time and costs while maintaining manufacturing simplicity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #34Discarding and recovering

3Stability of the object's composition

If the goods base is fixed in position, then structural stability is improved, but adaptability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestructural stabilityVSAvoidadaptability
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The support means are designed to provide stable support while allowing positional adjustment. Goods transfer units can be securely fixed at chosen positions to maintain stability, yet the entire system remains adaptable as units can be repositioned or reconfigured based on different product display requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS10441094B2Goods display rack
Publication Date: 2019.10.15 SEIDAE IND CO LTD
  • US10441094B2 patent drawing
  • US10441094B2 patent drawing
  • US10441094B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A goods display rack according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: at least one goods transfer unit configured so as to transfer goods placed on an upper surface to a withdrawal position; a front fixing profile arranged on the front of the goods display rack so as to attachably/detachably fix a front end of the goods transfer unit; and a rear fixing profile arranged on the rear of the goods display rack so as to attachably/detachably fix a rear end of the goods transfer unit, wherein the goods transfer unit is configured so as to slide to the left and right sides in a position-adjustable area between the front fixing profile and the rear fixing profile, in a state in which the front end and the rear end thereof are respectively mounted in the front fixing profile and the rear fixing profile.