Interactive display case for objects, in particular watches, or jewellery

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Solution Overview

Problem

Displaying precious and small-sized objects, such as watches and jewelry, poses challenges in providing effective public observation while ensuring security against theft, as existing solutions either compromise on visibility or security.

Innovation Solution

An interactive display stand with a closed compartment and control means to manage the presentation and security of objects, featuring sliding or pivoting flaps, motors for precise object alignment, and detection systems to secure objects during public interaction, allowing for secure and engaging product presentation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Illumination intensity

If objects are displayed openly for public viewing, then visibility and public interaction are improved, but security against theft deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovevisibilityVSAvoidtheft risk
Core Design Contradiction:
Illumination intensityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The display system dynamically transitions between open and closed states. The compartment can be opened to reveal objects for viewing, then closed to secure them. This dynamic state change allows the system to adapt between visibility and security requirements based on operational mode.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

A movable partition or flap acts as an intermediary element between the display space and the secure storage space. This partition can be positioned to either reveal or conceal objects, serving as a mediator that enables both viewing and security functions without requiring complete exposure or complete concealment at all times.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Adaptability or versatility

If multiple objects are displayed simultaneously, then product variety is improved, but security control deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveproduct varietyVSAvoidsecurity control
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The display compartment is segmented into multiple independent sections or levels, each capable of holding different objects. The movable partition can selectively cover specific segments while leaving others exposed, or cover all segments uniformly. This segmentation allows simultaneous display of multiple objects with controlled security application.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system employs periodic presentation of objects through automated mechanisms that move objects into and out of view in sequence. Objects are presented one at a time or in small groups for brief periods, then returned to secure storage. This periodic action allows variety in displayed products while maintaining strict security control through time-limited exposure.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

3Productivity

If rapid object exchange is implemented, then presentation speed is improved, but mechanical complexity deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepresentation speedVSAvoidmechanical complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Multiple objects are combined on a single movable support structure or carousel. The entire support carrying multiple objects can be moved simultaneously into or out of the display position through a single mechanical action. This merging reduces the number of separate mechanical operations required compared to moving individual objects separately.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

Complex mechanical object exchange mechanisms are replaced with simpler automated systems such as motorized carousels, conveyor belts, or electronically controlled movable partitions. These systems use standardized mechanical movements (rotation, linear translation) that are easier to implement and control than custom-designed object manipulation mechanisms.

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

Data Source

PatentEP3375330B1Interactive display case for objects, in particular watches, or jewellery
Publication Date: 2020.04.29 OMEGA SA
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AI summary

Interactive display (1) comprising a compartment (2) arranged to contain a plurality of objects (10) to be presented fixed on at least one support (3), said compartment (2) constituting a closed enclosure accessible by an orifice (4) unique, this display (1) comprises control means (20) arranged to control maneuvering means (6), which comprise transport means (63) arranged to move at least one said support (3) so that that a single object (10) is visible at a time through said orifice (4), and this display (1) comprises control means (7) accessible to a user for the selection of a said object (10) , and interfaced with said control means (20) for controlling said maneuvering means (6) to align said support (3) carrying said selected object (10) with said orifice (4) for viewing said object by the user.