Hooked Display Mounting Structure for Space-Limited Retrofit Installations
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Solution Overview
Problem
The demand for digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising units has increased, but public and private real-estate space is scarce and expensive, necessitating a versatile and adaptable display assembly that can be installed in various environments, including existing street furniture and structures.
Innovation Solution
A self-contained electronic display assembly with a flexible mounting structure that accommodates different environments, featuring adaptable airflow pathways for thermal management and compatibility with various electronic equipment, such as EV charging and traffic control devices, allowing for easy installation and retrofitting of existing structures.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed mounting structure is used for DOOH units, then installation is simple, but adaptability to different environments is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure is designed with universal features that enable it to be installed on multiple types of surfaces including walls, poles, and existing street furniture. The structure incorporates adjustable mounting brackets and universal connection interfaces that can accommodate various installation environments without requiring environment-specific custom designs, thereby achieving multi-functionality and broad adaptability.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting structure employs dynamic adjustment mechanisms including telescopic arms with adjustable lengths, rotatable joints for angle adjustment, and movable mounting plates that can be positioned at different locations. These dynamic features allow the structure to adapt to different spatial requirements and installation surfaces while maintaining a relatively simple base design.
2Adaptability or versatility
If real-estate space is used for DOOH units, then advertising visibility is good, but space availability is limited and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The DOOH unit is designed with universal mounting capabilities that enable installation on non-traditional surfaces such as utility poles, streetlights, bus stops, and building facades. This universal adaptability expands the pool of available installation locations beyond conventional high-visibility real estate, providing alternative spaces that are currently underutilized for advertising purposes.
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting structure is divided into modular segments including separate mounting brackets, support arms, and display units. This segmentation allows the system to be configured and installed on various surfaces and at different heights, maximizing the use of available space in diverse locations without requiring large contiguous installation areas.
3Adaptability or versatility
If electronic equipment is integrated into the mounting structure, then functionality is enhanced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting structure incorporates universal electronic interfaces and mounting provisions that can accommodate various types of electronic equipment including displays, sensors, cameras, and communication devices. Standardized power connections, data ports, and equipment mounting brackets enable different electronic components to be integrated without requiring custom wiring or structural modifications for each device type.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated electronic system employs dynamic configuration capabilities where equipment can be added, removed, or replaced based on operational requirements. The mounting structure includes accessible equipment bays and modular electronic components that can be dynamically adjusted or upgraded without disrupting the entire system, maintaining flexibility while managing complexity.
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
Enables efficient and cost-effective installation of DOOH units in diverse settings, optimizing space utilization and thermal management while accommodating multiple types of electronic equipment, thus addressing the challenge of limited real-estate availability.
Implementation Method 1
The mounting structure may comprise a dedicated, open loop airflow pathway between the electronic display assemblies to thermally manage some or all of the electronic equipment
Implementation Method 2
The mounting structure may comprise a dedicated, open loop airflow pathway between the electronic display assemblies to thermally manage some or all of the electronic equipment
Data Source
AI summary
Display assemblies and related systems and methods for mounting are provided. A side assembly with electronic display and a mounting device positioned, at least in part, rearward of the electronic display having laterally extending portion and hooked portions facing, at least primarily, in a first direction is raised relative to another mounting device with hooked portions facing, at least primarily, in a second, opposing direction. The side assembly is raised so that the hooked portions of said additional mounting device clear the hooked portions of the mounting device as the side assembly is moved laterally rearward to at least partially overlap the hooked portions of the mounting device and the additional mounting device. The side assembly is lowered to engage hooked portions of the additional mounting device and the mounting device.