Magnetic Holder Adjustment for Micro LED Module Alignment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Modular display technologies using micro LED panels face issues with image quality due to gaps and height differences between modules, causing user discomfort and deteriorated image quality.

Innovation Solution

A display apparatus with a magnetic coupling device and adjustment mechanism that allows for precise positioning of display modules relative to a frame, using a magnet and holder system to secure and adjust the modules without disassembly, ensuring uniform height and improved image quality.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Volume of moving object

If modular display technology is used to create large screens by tiling multiple micro LED modules, then the screen size and manufacturing flexibility are improved, but height differences and gaps between modules occur causing deteriorated image quality

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvescreen sizeVSAvoidmodule height uniformity
Core Design Contradiction:
Volume of moving objectVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The holder is designed with a rotatable adjustment device that allows the display module to be dynamically positioned at different depths. By rotating the adjustment device, the module can be moved forward or rearward to compensate for height differences, enabling continuous position adjustment to achieve uniform module alignment across the display screen.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system changes the positional parameter of the display module by allowing rotation of the holder at different angles. This parameter change enables the module to be positioned at various depths relative to the frame, thereby adjusting for height variations and achieving uniform alignment without requiring precise manufacturing tolerances.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Stability of the object's composition

If display modules are securely fastened to the frame, then structural stability is improved, but the ability to adjust module positions after installation is lost

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemodule fixation stabilityVSAvoidpost-installation adjustability
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The holder incorporates a rotatable adjustment device that maintains secure fixation while enabling dynamic position adjustment. The magnetic coupling provides stable attachment, but the rotatable mechanism allows the module to be repositioned by rotating the holder, thus achieving both stability and adjustability after installation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The adjustment device acts as an intermediary mechanism between the frame and the display module. It provides a controlled interface that allows position adjustment while maintaining secure connection, enabling operators to modify module positions without disassembling the entire apparatus.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

3Ease of manufacture

If the display apparatus is installed in a fixed position, then installation simplicity is improved, but the ability to correct height differences requires disassembly which increases maintenance complexity

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveinstallation simplicityVSAvoidmaintenance complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The rotatable adjustment device enables maintenance personnel to correct height differences by simply rotating the holder without disassembling the display apparatus. This dynamic adjustment capability simplifies maintenance operations while keeping the apparatus in its installed position, reducing the complexity associated with module repositioning.

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 effectively eliminates height differences between display modules, enhancing image quality and user experience by allowing for adjustments to be made post-installation without disassembling the apparatus.

Implementation Method 1

a magnet received in the holder and configured to apply a magnetic attraction force to pull the display module

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMagnetic attraction force: Magnetism

Data Source

PatentUS11353732B2Display apparatus
Publication Date: 2022.06.07 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

A display apparatus includes a frame; a display module including at least one substrate on which a plurality of light emitting elements is mounted, and a bracket to which the at least one substrate is attached; and a magnetic coupling device including a holder fastened to the frame and configured to support the display module, and a magnet received in the holder and configured to apply a magnetic attraction force to pull the display module, wherein the holder may include an adjustment device configured to adjust a position of the display module with respect to the frame while the display module is supported by the frame.